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Testimonials

The following testimonials have been provided voluntarily by students from different institutes of MAHE, Manipal, based on their personal experiences at the Student Support Centre. These select testimonials have been anonymized to respect the privacy of our clients.

As my first year of medical school came to an end, my life seemed to be going great – I had adjusted well to life away from home, had made a bunch of great friends, and was doing well in school but something inside me felt askew. 8 months later, I was lying in my bed at 2 p.m., having missed all my classes, googling symptoms of depression. I tried the psychotherapy services at Kasturba Hospital but could rarely make it to appointments because they often clashed with my class timings. Luckily for me, the Student Support Centre opened that year with kind, non-judgmental therapists, student-friendly timings, and a promise of confidentiality. Over four years of regular therapy sessions, my therapist at SSC helped me navigate my way out of depression and deal with interpersonal issues and academic stress. In hindsight, seeking out therapy at the SSC not only saved my life, but also helped enrich all avenues of my life. Whether you are struggling with mental health issues or seeking personal development, I could not recommend SSC highly enough.
SSC helped me cope with my addictions and problems, which I was stuck with for 6 years. I am really thankful and grateful to my therapist, how he introduced me to mindfulness and coping with my own problems, which were mostly in my head. I am proud to say that I have noticed significant improvement since my last session and I’m looking towards the future with optimism. I wish SSC all the best for the future, and hope that I can be of help later. Thank you once again.
SSC had been the one ray of sunshine in my life when all I could see was darkness. Months of self-blaming, numerous anxiety attacks and one major panic attack later I realised it was finally time to seek help and try to change things for the better. And it was definitely the best decision I had ever taken. Not only did therapy calm me down, but it made me unlearn and relearn and get a different perspective on life. After a whole journey of ups and downs I can finally say that “I love me, no matter what”. For anyone who’s reading this I’d suggest; we all have issues and no matter how small they are, they should be addressed. Don’t wait for you to reach your breaking point, seek help!
SSC was a savior especially since we are struggling financially, and I cannot afford to pay for a therapist
I attended a single session and because of the pandemic, I had to leave Manipal. But that one session helped me SO SO SO much. I’m so grateful.
No one tells you how overwhelming and lonely college can get. All while I was in school, I had this fantasy on what my college life would look like, but the reality was completely different. Having moved out and now living in a new place, surrounded by strangers, making new friends etc. can seem overwhelming. Trying to manage between figuring out classes to friends was so exhausting for me. I remember refusing to go for classes one day because I was just too sad, and I could not pinpoint what exactly I was feeling. I’m so grateful to my department coordinator who reached out to me and asked me to meet with her. After talking to her she suggested I try out therapy and that our university provides free counselling sessions which we can book at our convenience. Having no prior experience going with therapy, I had all sorts of thoughts. For the longest time, I assumed therapy is for people who are clinically diagnosed with mental issues and should only see a therapist to “fix” themselves. I was very skeptical but thought I should at least give it a fair shot. When I entered SSC, I remember immediately feeling calm and hopeful. The staff present were super nice and welcoming and helped guide me through scheduling an appointment to even sending out reminders. I continued to go for the entire duration of my course. I can now tell you this, therapy can be for anyone. Sure, it can get uncomfortable, overwhelming or you might even feel like there’s something wrong with you for having to go to therapy but with the right therapists, this journey towards building a healthier mind can be smooth sailing and liberating. I now believe I have the skills to tackle situations I once could not. It has allowed me to be more mindful and kinder towards myself and others. Having access to therapy is a privilege and I’m so grateful our university provides us an outlet which is free of cost and convenient.
My therapist helped me immensely and was crucial in my betterment. I send her my warmest regards and wish the entire SSC team success in life. Thank you for helping me. My approach to things has improved significantly and it was all because of my therapist. Thank you.
Therapy was a quite profound, life-changing perspective. It is the best investment I've made in my life and if I am something someday, it will be because of this.
When I talk to my therapist, I feel better because I get an unbiased view on things, and it helps me to sort out my thoughts in a better way.
The Student Support Centre of MAHE provides students with a safe space to speak their minds and work out the stress and problems that interfere with their everyday living in the presence of professionals. My overall experience with SSC has been phenomenal. Starting with the procedure, it's very simple, easy, and hassle-free. The schedules are flexible to the needs of students and the staff are one of the warmest people I have ever met. The atmosphere of the institution itself is very warm and provides a home-like feeling. In the end, I would like to say that seeking help at SSC was one of the best decisions I have made as it provided me with clarity and a genuine understanding about myself as well as a sense of control over my life.
I joined as a faculty at another institute and we’re trying to spread awareness on the importance of an SSC for the vast student population here. SSC helped me survive, made me want to do all I can to have such centres catering to mental health, specifically for students.
This has been the most fruitful experience of my life and I would like to give all that credit to my therapist. I was very skeptical about joining therapy and a plethora of concerns surrounded it but during the process, I was certain that none of them will hinder my process of self-growth. My therapist supported me immensely through this journey and I cannot thank her enough for that. It is very difficult to find a therapist who suits your needs and I think mine just exceeded all of them. I am really grateful for the help provided.
Please continue the amazing work the SSC and the therapists are doing here. Even with just 5-6 sessions, my mood and health improved significantly. My only regret is not beginning therapy here early on. I would highly recommend SSC to everyone and am really, really grateful for the time and help provided by my therapist.
I had a very fruitful time with SSC. It was much more different than I expected, in a good way. My therapist was kind, empathetic and listened to me while providing proper and useful feedback. My only regret is not reaching out sooner. Keep up the good work!
I am extremely grateful to SSC and my therapist for their support, professionalism, and accessibility.
I just wanted to thank my therapist for being such a support system for me when I found things, my life, in general, to be difficult. She has been such a calming and caring presence in my life.
This is the best thing that has happened to me. Thank you, SSC.

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