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Compassion
Meets Clinical Excellence.

Kripa was born from a simple idea: that everyone deserves to be heard without judgment. We're here to help you move from a place of struggle to a life where you feel steady, supported, and whole again.

Therapy session at Kripa

15+

Years of healing journeys

Meet Our Expert Therapists

The founders of Kripa bring nearly three decades of combined experience in counselling, psychology, and music therapy.

Reziya Gurung, Founder · Psychology Professional

Founder · Psychology Professional

Reziya Gurung

Clinical Counselling and Therapy | Academic Faculty | Founder, Kripa Counselling and Therapy Center

15+

Years clinical experience

CBT

Trained therapist

Reziya Gurung is a psychology professional with over 15 years of clinical experience in counselling and therapy, particularly in supporting adolescents and individuals with emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges. She is committed to promoting mental health and psychological well-being through individualized, compassionate, and evidence-informed therapeutic approaches.

Her clinical experience includes working at NEO Health Clinic, Autism Care Nepal Society for six years, and the National Institute of Psychoeducational Counseling for three years. She has completed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training through the Psychological Rehabilitation and Training Center in Pakistan.

In academia, she served as a Module Leader at Lord Buddha Education Foundation from 2017 to 2021 and has been a faculty member at Presidential Business College since 2021.

As the Founder of Kripa Counselling and Therapy Center, Reziya is dedicated to supporting children and adolescents, empowering families, and contributing to accessible mental health services and the advancement of psychological care in Nepal.

CBTAdolescent Mental HealthChild PsychologyNeurodevelopmental ConditionsBehavioural InterventionsFamily Well-being
Amrit Gandhari, Co-Founder · Music Therapist

Co-Founder · Music Therapist

Amrit Gandhari

Music Therapist | Sarangi Instructor | Cultural Music Educator | Co-Founder of Kripa Counselling and Therapy Center

13+

Years professional experience

10y

Autism Care Nepal Society

Amrit Gandhari is a music therapist with over 13 years of professional experience and specialized training through a two-year clinical music therapy course in Delhi, India. Amrit has extensive experience working with children with autism and other developmental needs, using music-based therapeutic approaches to support communication, emotional expression, engagement, and overall well-being.

Amrit is the Co-Founder of Kripa Counselling and Therapy Center and worked with Autism Care Nepal Society for 10 years. Currently, Amrit works with several organizations, including AVAANI Foundation, NEO School, Hope Center, Navajyoti Center, Disable New Life Center (DNC), and Friends of Parents of Children with Autism (FPCA).

Beyond clinical practice, Amrit preserves and promotes Nepal's musical heritage through the sarangi, sharing traditional musical knowledge through teaching, performances, and digital platforms, including a Facebook presence with nearly 100,000 followers and a TikTok audience of about 75,000. Amrit is also the owner of Abira Music Shop in Thamel, Kathmandu.

Music TherapyAutism SupportDevelopmental NeedsSarangiNepali Folk Music

Our Mission & Philosophy

We believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and healing. Our role is to provide the safe space, the clinical tools, and the professional guidance to make that possible.

  • Evidence-based clinical practices
  • Cultural sensitivity and local relevance
  • Continuous professional development
  • Holistic approach to mental wellness
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