Children First ExpertAbin Mathew
M.A, PGDP
2 years of experience
I offer mental health care for individuals aged 8–25.
Abin (he/they) is an RCI-registered counsellor and psychologist who supports children, adolescents, and young adults by creating a warm, approachable space where they feel heard and understood. He works with concerns related to anxiety, depression, academic stress, self-esteem, neurodivergence, and disability, and offers gender- and queer-affirming support.
Abin works with young individuals in sessions to collaboratively co-create a space that provides agency, freedom, and a sense of ownership over their therapeutic journey. Rather than taking an expert stance, he uses an experience-near approach that allows each person to make sense of their feelings at a pace that feels safe and comfortable. Through play, narrative, and person-centred practices, he supports authentic expression and gentle emotional exploration.
He remains mindful of the influential role of family, identity, and the world around a young person, drawing on an intersectional and trauma-informed lens to understand their experiences with care and nuance.
Concerns I can help with
Whenever I start thinking about it, I just spiral. It’s like my mind won’t stop replaying the same worries over and over, and it leaves me feeling exhausted and tense.It’s exhausting, honestly. I’m always second-guessing myself. How I talk, how I act, what I share. Every new space feels like a question: can I be myself here, or do I need to hide again? It’s like I’m always carrying this quiet fear that being seen for who I am might not be safe.I feel like I need to have achievements or proof that I’m doing well for people to take me seriously. Like who I am right now just isn’t enough
I offer therapy for
Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Low Mood & Mood Swings
Helplessness & Self-Doubt
Fear & Excessive Worries
Bullying & Peer Difficulties
Confusion About Identity
Gender & Sexuality Concerns
Get started with an information session
What does it mean?
The information session is the first interaction with a psychologist to understand the concerns and plan the best support.
Whom will you meet?
Psychologists, Narrative Practitioners
Duration: 1 hour
What will happen?
Discussion on concerns, history & strengths
Next Steps: Collaborative discussion for a care plan with therapy or further assessments
I am Trained in
1
Humanistic Therapy
2
Affirmative Therapy
3
Neuroaffirmative Developmental therapy
Languages I speak
English
Hindi
Malayalam
My Affiliations
MH Therapist at Children First from Oct 2025 to present
Counselling Psychologist at Karma Care from Oct 2024 to Oct 2025
For those in need of more intensive care and daily support, our Mental Health Hospital is now open in Bangalore.
If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.
For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.
If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.
For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.