Ankur Counseling and Training Center

25/07/2025

25/07/2025

Excited to share that our booklets on Trauma and Exam Anxiety are ready for distribution!

16/07/2025

Identifying Traumatic Experiences and Their Effects on Grade 8 Students at Community Schools
The study found in average Nepali adolescents experience 4 traumatic events in their lives. The most common traumatic event reported by 71.1% of respondents is witnessing physical aggression. The second most common event is serious natural disaster reported by 70.5%, and the third most common is experiencing physical aggression by 65.7%. Experiencing and witnessing physical aggression is higher in male compared to female. Equal percentage of male (13.2%) and female (13.3%) have endured sexual violence while higher percentage of older adolescents (14.9%) have reported experiencing sexual violence. The result showed that 50.6% of the respondents have post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS); gender-wise higher number of female respondents (50.1%) showed PTSS compared to male respondents (45.6%). There is not much difference among younger and older adolescents in severity of PTSS (52.0% and 50%). This study shows that Nepali adolescents are suffering from the effects of trauma. They need awareness programs about mental health and trauma to understand its impact, with information on when, where and how to access mental health services. The school teachers also require trainings on various mental health topics include trauma and trauma-informed approach. The government need to find ways to make school counselors available at each school and also to incorporate trauma-informed approach as a part of training curriculums for the school teachers.
https://www.nepjol.info/index.php/nprcjmr/article/view/81245/62441
https://doi.org/10.3126/nprcjmr.v2i7.81245

11/07/2025

Many psychologists and counselors in Nepal have graduated from Tribhuvan University (TU), obtaining various degrees including Master’s, PhD, and even bachelor’s and post-bachelor’s degrees. The TU Institute of Medicine (IOM) also produces MPhil graduates, and a small number of NGOs have been training psychosocial counselors on six-months counseling training modality based on the needs of their projects. However, only MPhil graduates from the IOM are licensed by the Nepal Health Professional Council (NHPC). There is a need for clearer monitoring and supervision, as many practitioners (both self-certified and certified by international boards) are currently practicing without a national regulatory body. The Nepalese government has overlooked this issue, allowing the potential for malpractice and lack of accountability.

Mental health, which encompasses both mental well-being and mental illness, is a crucial component of overall health. According to the National Mental Health Survey 2020 done by Nepal Health Research Council (NHRC), approximately 10% of the adults had experienced a mental health disorder in their li...

17/06/2025

06/06/2025

It was an honor and a pleasure to present our papers at 2nd International Community Mental Health Conference 1-3 May 2025, Chitwan.

02/05/2025

Proudly serving the community through beneficiaries.

Did you know that almost every NYF program involves services provided through Ankur? NYF’s Ankur Counseling Center, founded in 2006, is Nepal’s original counseling center for children. Our Ankur team, pictured here, offers psychological care to children recovering from trauma and those with mental illness. They also lead workshops and share resources on boundaries, stress management, self-care, and other essential topics for young people.

From routine therapy for children at Olgapuri, to goal-setting workshops for vocational trainees, to peer counseling for young women in Saptari—Ankur’s work is woven throughout NYF’s impact. The team also partners with schools and universities, helping young people recognize early signs of mental health issues, offering therapy for women experiencing domestic violence, and more.

In a country where mental health awareness is still growing, Ankur is leading the way, transforming access to care and building resilience for generations to come. We’re so grateful for this team’s vision, empathy, and leadership!

21/02/2025

It's already been a year since you left us physically but we can feel your presence through all the work that we proudly continue to carry on.

15/01/2025

According to Dr. Thomas Gordon “Children don’t misbehave, they simply behave to get their needs met.” The key to addressing the misbehavior of children and adolescents lies in responding appropriately. The Training on Positive Dealing with Children and Adolescents is about identifying the misbehavior, its goals and how to manage them positively.

16/12/2024

We just concluded two trainings on Basic Communication Skills under our Community Mental Health Project. Thanks to all the participants for your enthusiasm and involvement!

03/10/2024

Our pre-celebration of at Adarsha Saula Yubak Secondary School. We were joined by Shree Bakhel Kumari Basic School and Shree Chundevi Basic School. The students from Grade 6-8 prepared collages on Mental health and the teachers also prepared poems on Mental health, which were exhibited during the event. We also displayed the result from our study on Effectiveness of Mann Chautari (Mental Health Desk) a program run for the students of the above mentioned schools under Community Mental Health Project. Despite the rain, we are thrilled that the event was such a hit! Thank you everyone for your participation. #विश्वमानसिकस्वास्थ्यदिवस २०२४ 2024