Experts

Our Experts

Priya Sivakumar

Ms. PRIYA SIVAKUMAR

Ms. Priya Sivakumar is an accomplished career coach and counsellor with an extensive academic background and a deep commitment to helping individuals achieve their professional goals. She holds an MSc in Applied Psychology from Annamalai University, a Diploma in Life Coaching and Counselling, and a Certified Course in Career Guidance and Counselling. Additionally, she has a PG Diploma in Human Resources Management from IGNOU and a B.A. in Literature from Queen Mary’s College. She is also an International Certified Career Coach through Mindler and a Certified Career Counsellor from Elysian Inspires. She has completed Basic and Advanced levels in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at Endorphins, Pune, and has undertaken online training on Transactional Analysis (TA101).

With over 7 years of experience as a recruitment consultant and business relationship officer, she is currently based in Dubai. Her diverse qualifications and years of experience have positively impacted countless lives, offering guidance and support to help individuals navigate their career journeys with confidence. She has a proven track record of helping clients achieve their career goals through personalized coaching and counselling sessions.

Ms. Priya brings a wealth of knowledge and a compassionate approach to her work, empowering individuals to discover and pursue their true career paths. Her dedication to personal and professional development is evident in her continuous pursuit of education and certification. Known for her considerate nature, exceptional communication skills, and proficiency in managing difficult cases, she ensures her clients receive the best support and guidance.

She offers her guidance and support through C-Park and is available for virtual sessions:

11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (by appointment, scheduled a day in advance)

Yuvapriya

Ms. YUVAPRIYA

Ms. Yuva Priya holds a Master in Social Work, specializing in Family and Child Welfare, from Stella Maris College for Women, Chennai (2009-2011). She also has a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai (2006-2009). In addition to her formal education, she has special qualifications in life skills and value education, understanding human behaviour, health service management, and management of non-profit organizations. Her diverse educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in her field.

She has accumulated over 8 years of work experience in counselling and social work. Ms. Yuva Priya served as a Secretary cum Senior Counsellor and Social Worker at YWCA of Madras from June 2016 to 2021, where she led and supervised project activities, counselled clients, and organized various programs and activities. During this time, she was also deputed as a counsellor by the Tamil Nadu Social Welfare Board and conducted counselling sessions for couples facing marital problems at Vepery All Women’s Police Station. Over her career, she has counselled more than 500 clients achieving a success rate of over 50%. Her past experience includes working as a Project Officer of the Counselling and Healing Unit at Arunodhaya Centre for Street and Working Children and in patient care services at Fortis Malar Hospital, Chennai. Throughout her career, Ms. Yuva Priya has been involved in various fieldwork and training sessions. She has organized numerous awareness programs and training sessions.

Her strengths include her empathetic approach, strong communication skills and ability to handle complex cases with compassion and professionalism. Her extensive experience in counselling children, families, and individuals, as well as her ability to conduct group therapy and outreach programs, makes her a standout in her field. She is dedicated to empowering individuals and communities, and her commitment to continuous learning and professional development ensures that she remains at the forefront of her field.

Ms. Yuva Priya is available for in-person and online counselling sessions:

Monday to Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (by appointment, scheduled a day in advance)

HELAN KANNAN

Ms. HELAN KANNAN

Ms. Helan Kannan is a highly qualified and experienced professional with a diverse background in counselling, psychology, and education. She holds an MSc in Counselling Psychology from the University of Madras, a Bachelor of Education from SNR B.Ed. College of Education, and a BE in Chemical Engineering from Annamalai University. Additionally, she has completed her CBSE education at D.A.V Bhel School. Ms. Helan has further enhanced her qualifications with various certifications, including an International Life Coach certification, NLP, CBT, Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy training, a diploma in child psychology, and a course at Christian Medical College and Hospital, Vellore. Her extensive education and training reflect her dedication to continuous learning and her commitment to making a positive impact in her field.

Ms. Helan Kannan has over 5 years of experience in counselling, having provided support to more than 100 clients. She has worked as a consulting psychologist through the Professional Applied Psychologists Association and as a counselling psychologist at Doctor Net India, an NGO. She has also counselled children at Tamil Nadu Government Model and Residential School, Ranipet, and served as Principal at The Krisar Academy CBSE School. Throughout her career, Ms. Helan has conducted individual and group therapy sessions, facilitated mental health awareness programs at institutions such as Loyola College, and provided counselling sessions for students at Selvam Arts and Science College, Salem. She specializes in addressing issues such as autism, ADHD, schizophrenia, OCD, and other mental disorders, using effective therapeutic interventions. Her dedication and expertise have successfully transformed the lives of numerous individuals.

Ms. Helan’s strengths include her concerned approach, strong communication skills, and ability to handle different types of cases with proficiency. Her dedication to continuous learning and professional development, coupled with her wide-ranging experience and diverse qualifications, make her an invaluable asset to our NGO. She is committed to empowering individuals through effective counselling and coaching, and her work has had a significant positive impact on the community we serve.

Available for guidance and support (by appointment only):

– Monday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (in-person and online)

Venkatesan

Venkatesan is a reliable volunteer of C-Park, who offers administrative support and assists fieldwork by distributing essentials at the time of need. Also, he assists events and coordinates with the accounts team to tally with the expenditures of the supplied provisions.

Siva

Siva is a diligent volunteer of C-Park, who does fieldwork by delivering essentials to local people who are facing hardships to meet even their basic needs and distributes safety kits at the hour of need.

Raj kumar

Raj kumar is the Website Developer of C-Park. He is a skillful volunteer of C-Park, who possesses a combination of graphic designing and technical computer skills. His responsibilities include building the website with an innovative layout, fashioning the home page that features user-friendly design and clear navigation, and verifying whether the website is functional and secure. He works closely with the content team and uploads appropriate content on the website to increase website traffic.

Kamal

Kamal is a proficient Technical Advisor of C-Park, who provides exceptional technical suggestions, proposes strategic management, operational, and financial plans that best suits the requirement, and exhibits key computer competencies. He takes care of any technical glitch that arises during virtual events and is highly detail-oriented. He possesses positive energy and personality, willing to contribute every possible support for the growth of C-Park.

Manju

Manju is the Content Specialist of C-Park. She creates content that resonates with the interests of the intended audience through video. Being a vibrant volunteer, she works closely with video editors and the marketing team to develop, plan, edit, and share the video via multiple social media platforms. Her works include blog writing, reliable networking, and the post-production process. She ensures brand accuracy and the standard of the video before it is published.

Sathish

Sathish is a highly active volunteer of C-Park, whose area of expertise lies in video editing. As a resourceful Video Editor, he brings concepts to life and his works hold a higher degree of professionalism and quality. He plays a key role in the post-production process by organizing, editing, and compiling recorded videos, including and synchronizing sound files, reordering, and fine-tuning the content to ensure the logical sequencing of the final product.