Meghna Singhal Ph.D.

About

Meghna Singhal, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and an internationally certified parenting coach. She is one of the first Indians to have received accreditation for the Positive Parenting Program (Triple-P). Dr. Meghna obtained a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from NIMHANS (India) and a post-doctorate from the Parenting and Family Support Centre at the University of Queensland (Australia).

In the past 20+ years, she has conducted 500+ open workshops and delivered 4000+ hours of psychotherapeutic sessions with 1000+ clients (children, adolescents, and their parents) and 200+ hours of talks and lectures.

With 50+ publications (including international and national peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, manuals, and media articles), she has received the "Best International Researcher Award" and "Special Achiever's Award" among scores of other "Best Paper Awards" at various national and international conferences.

Through her work, she aims to communicate the latest scientific research knowledge to the general public in a friendly and easy to understand manner. She blogs under the name The Therapist Mommy.

Recent Posts

How to Prevent Cyberbullying

Is your teen increasingly spending time online? Here are some ways to reduce their likelihood of being cyberbullied.

"My Skin Is Darker Than Your Skin, Mumma"

It's never too early to begin cultivating a healthy awareness of skin diversity in your child.

Are You Ready to Have Another Baby?

Thinking of having a second child? Pondering these seven questions can help you make the decision.

What It’s Like to Parent as a Highly Sensitive Person

While parenting is never easy, it can be even more challenging if you’re a highly sensitive person.

6 Things Emotionally Intelligent Parents Do Differently

You serve your child's favorite breakfast on her favorite plate. And what do you receive in return? A high-pitched "I HATE toast!" What do you do?