Corporate engagements
Wipro, Tata Power, KPMG, JCB, Canara HSBC, Tesco Bank, Societe Generale, and more.
Psychologist · Executive coach · Author
About Dr. Ruupa Rao
Two decades of work in psychology, leadership coaching, and mental health education—helping people rewire patterns for lasting change.
- 20+Years of practice
- ICF PCCCertified coach
- 4+Published books
- GlobalCorporate & social impact
Introduction
Transforming lives through mindset and emotional well-being
Dr. Ruupa Rao is an Indian psychologist, executive coach, author, and mental health educator based in Bengaluru, Karnataka. She specialises in behavioural psychology, psychotherapy, leadership coaching, and public mental health awareness across individuals, institutions, and organisations.
Her integrative approach combines psychology, nutrition, and lifestyle science—so people rewire patterns and build sustainable change, not just short-term relief.
“Lasting transformation starts when we understand the patterns behind how we think, feel, and act.”
Education and qualifications
Multidisciplinary and globally certified
Academic depth across psychology, coaching, nutrition, and applied mental health.
ICF PCC — Professional Certified Coach (International Coach Federation)
Kayamanas Institute of Psychological Science
Positive Psychology Master Coach
Sleep Consultant
Master NLP Coach and Practitioner
PhD in Psychology (pursuing)
MSc and MA in Psychology · MSc Psychotherapy
MBA · PG Diploma in Clinical Psychology
Young Minds and Mental Health — University of Cambridge
PG Diploma in Nutrition · Clinical & psychiatric nutrition credentials
PhD in Computer Science
Career and impact
Professional journey across corporate and social ecosystems
From boardrooms to classrooms—work that scales insight into measurable change.
National missions
NSDC, RASCI, ICICI Foundation, and Karnataka government-led skill initiatives.
Youth programs
Structured mental wellness and life skills programs for children and adolescents.
Public mental health
Workshops, seminars, and awareness sessions for practical, preventive well-being.
Leadership coaching
Executive coaching, behavioural training, and high-impact leadership development.
Institutional change
Translating psychological theory into measurable behaviour change and workplace effectiveness.
Achievements and recognition
Honours that reflect real-world impact
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World Book of Records (London) for the Anuhyaa Summer Camp initiative.
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Best Lady Entrepreneur — Global Excellence India.
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Best Trainer Award (2019) — Ministry of Social Welfare, Government of India.
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Best Training Institute Award (2021) — MSME, Government of India.
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Biographical film produced by DIPR, Government of Karnataka.
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Corona Warrior Recognition for digital health contributions during COVID-19.
Books and publications
Published
Published
Kannada
Kannada
In progress
Articles
Writing that makes psychology accessible
Published works on identity, belief systems, emotional patterns, and practical mindset development.
The Identity Matrix
A guide to identifying your true self.
Why Do We Lie to Ourselves
Understanding cognitive distortion.
Manasigondu Kaigannadi
Personal development in Kannada.
Psychohorror
Kannada publication.
When Love Feels Unbalanced
Upcoming book on relationships and emotional balance.
Blogs & features
Beliefs, nostalgia, emotional patterns, and mindset development.
Read the blog →
Personal philosophy
Mind, body, and behaviour in alignment
Dr. Ruupa Rao’s vision is to make life coaching accessible, normalize mental health conversations, build integrative care systems, and empower professionals, women, and youth through practical and sustainable transformation.