PROJECT MUSKAN
One smile at a time, we can change a child’s world.
Our Purpose
Where Hope Begins
Muskan began in Dhauj village, Haryana, where we met an Anganwadi worker whose daughter hadn’t eaten, slept, or spoken in weeks after losing her father. No one had asked if she was grieving, only why she wasn’t studying. It was a reminder that emotional distress in children often remains invisible, yet it plays a critical role in shaping their future. Project Muskan was created to bridge this gap.
Every Day Counts: Mental Health for Every Child, Everywhere
In India, we have just 0.75 psychologists for every 100,000 people, one-fourth the WHO’s minimum recommendation. And in rural areas, this number drops further. It is hard to ignore India's silent suffering and the silent suffering of our youngest, most vulnerable citizens, our children, is often left entirely unheard.
Meet some of the psychologists who have worked with us
Dr Divya Pandey
Dr Priti Srivastava
Dr Priti Srivastava
Mrs. Divya Pandey is a highly experienced and well-respected psychologist, holding over a decade of expertise in the field. She completed her BA in Psychology from VHD College, Bangalore in 2011, and earned her MSc in Psychology from Surana College, Bangalore in
2013.
Dr Priti Srivastava
Dr Priti Srivastava
Dr Priti Srivastava
Dr. Priti Srivastava is a clinical psychologist with deep expertise in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychotherapy, and counseling. She specializes in working with children and adolescents, offering compassionate and insightful support.
Dr. Ria Mahanty
Dr Priti Srivastava
Dr. Ria Mahanty
RCI registered Clinical Psychologist - ChildrenPlus Noida & Lajpat Nagar
Ria is a dedicated and compassionate, RCI licensed, clinical psychologist with a profound understanding of mental disorders and a specialization in child neurodevelopment
Ria Aggarwal
Dr. Ria Mahanty
Ria Aggarwal is specialising in individual and group counselling, with a deep commitment to evidence-based therapy and Cognitive behaviour therapy.
Archie Bansal
Aarchi Bansal As a dedicated Child Counsellor and Psychologist, Aarchi blends expertise with empathy to help little minds grow big and strong.
Lakshika Juggal
Lakshika Juggal, a compassionate and dedicated child counselor with a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of children.
CONTACT US
Project Muskan is open to collaborations and individuals interested to join us
Whether you’re an NGO looking to collaborate, a passionate volunteer, or a student seeking meaningful internship experience, Project Muskan welcomes you to join our mission. Together, we can bring culturally sensitive mental health support to children who need it most. Fill out the form below to tell us a bit about yourself and how you’d like to get involved, our team will reach out soon.
