Mental wellbeing made simple.
At MannTara, we believe that the journey to mental serenity shouldn't be complicated. We bridge the gap between complex psychological science and everyday human experience.
The People Behind MannTara
MannTara is founded by Dr. Lavish Chayal and Dr. Richa Panpaliya, bringing together our professional experience and shared commitment to mental health and well-being.
Know us

Dr. Lavish Chayal
"We built Mantara to be the quiet companion in a noisy world. Our goal is to ensure no one feels lost in their own mind."
Co-Founder & Clinical Director

Dr. Richa Panpaliya
"True healing begins with clarity. Mantara provides the tools to map your emotions and find your way back to serenity."
Co-Founder & Lead Researcher
Our Services
MannTara brings together a range of mental-health and well-being services for individuals, families, and communities.
Psychological Assessment
Structured assessments to understand cognitive, emotional, behavioural, and psychological concerns
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Professional support for emotional difficulties, life challenges, relationships, and psychological concerns.
Psychiatric Services
Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of mental-health conditions.
De-addiction & Addiction Care
Support for substance-use and behavioural addictions, including recovery and relapse prevention.
Sexual & Relationship Health
Confidential support for concerns related to sexual and relationship well-being.
Mental Health Awareness
Educational initiatives, awareness programs, and resources to promote better understanding of mental health.
Workshops & Training
Mental-health workshops and training programs for institutions, organisations, and communities.
Relaxation & Well-being
Practical resources for relaxation, stress management, mindfulness, and emotional well-being.
Stigma Reduction
Normalizing the conversation around mental health through education.
Simple Tools
Practical, science-backed exercises that fit into a busy life.
Emotional Literacy
Helping users identify and articulate their feelings with precision.
Safe Communities
Moderated spaces where lived experience is honored and protected.
Our Approach
We believe mental-health care should be individualised, evidence-informed, compassionate, and accessible. At MannTara, we look beyond symptoms or assessment scores to understand the individual and their unique needs.
The Values We Breathe
Compassion
Leading with heart in every interaction.
Clarity
Complex science, simplified for you.
Accessibility
Support that everyone can reach.
Safety
Your privacy is our sacred trust.
Science
Evidence-based at every single turn.