Team Detail
"Career choices shape your future. Let informed decisions, expert advice, and self-awareness be your guiding lights."
Maria Tinwala
Advisor (Career Counselling)
Clinical Psychologist | Counsellor | Mentor
Maria Tinwala is a seasoned mental health professional with over 15 years of experience in counselling psychology. As the Founder of The Happy Hive Counseling & Therapy Center, she provides emotional, academic, and career guidance, helping individuals navigate personal and professional challenges.
She has worked extensively with students and young adults, serving as a Psychology Mentor at Avasara Academy and a Counselor & Faculty at Crimson Anisha Global School. Her expertise in school counselling, career guidance, and mental well-being extends to her roles at The Kalyani School and Mansukhbhai Kothari National School, where she has played a key role in emotional support, academic planning, and resilience-building of the students.
Maria holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from IGNOU and a Postgraduate Diploma in School Counseling from SNDT Women’s University. She is certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Child Guidance, Trauma-Informed Counseling, and Career Guidance Counseling, ensuring a holistic approach to therapy.
An award-winning counsellor recognized as the Best School Counselor of the Year 2021, Maria is deeply committed to mental health advocacy, conducting life skills sessions, student advisory programs, and workshops for students, parents, and educators. Through her work, she continues to foster a compassionate and supportive environment for emotional and psychological well-being.
Achievements
- Founder, The Happy Hive Counseling & Therapy Center – Creating a safe space for mental well-being and personal growth.
- 15+ Years of Counseling Expertise – Guiding individuals through emotional, academic, and career challenges.
- Mentor & Student Coach – Supporting AS & A-level students in academic success, emotional resilience, and career decisions.
- Psychology Educator – Inspiring young minds through CBSE & CAIE Psychology education.
- Mental Health Advocate – Leading impactful workshops on life skills, stress management, and mental wellness
- Award-Winning Counselor – Best School Counselor of the Year 2021 (AKA), recognized for excellence in student well-being.
- Certified Specialist – Expertise in NLP, Child Guidance, Learning Disabilities, and Trauma Counseling for holistic support.
- Career Counseling Expert – Helping students make confident, well-informed career choices.