About

Dr. Sumathi Narayanan

A Legacy of Transformational Impact

Dr. Sumathi Narayanan is a trailblazer in bridging psychological science with human potential development. Her work transcends traditional training by fostering lasting behavioral change through evidence-based methodologies.

  • Trained 18,000+ professionals across 175+ corporates-National and Multinational.
  • 10,000+ students empowered through memory and life skills programs.
  • Provided 1,000+ hours of counselling to individuals and teams.
  • Visiting Faculty at Elite School of Optometry (Sankara Nethralaya) for 35+ years.

Philosophy & Methodology

“Potential is Universal; Transformation is Personal.”
Dr. Sumathi’s approach combines rigor with empathy:

  • Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
  • Transactional Analysis
  • Experiential Learning to ensure real-world application.

Academic Milestones

  • Ph.D. in Human Development (University of Madras).
  • Certified as NFNLP Platinum Master Trainer (USA).
  • University of Madras Certificate for Counselling Skills
  • B Ed - Annamalai University

Other Certifications

  • Certified Platinum Master Trainer for NLP Basic Practitioner & Master Practitioner under NFNLP - USA
  • Certificate of Attainment by ACA (Australian Counselling Association) Certified Professional Supervisor
  • Silva Mind Control
  • Metaphors of Movement 3 levels - Practitioner
  • Integrated Eye Movement Therapy – Basic level practitioner
  • Core transformation Practitioner
  • Level 2 Certified TEAM CBT Practitioner from Dr. David Burns Feeling Good Institute
  • Self Hypnosis | Therapeutic Hypnosis | Modern Hypnosis

Awards & Recognition

Best Senior Faculty Award-Four Times

Elite School of Optometry-Sankara Nethralaya.

Life time Professional Excellence

Alumni of J.B.A.S. College For Women

Life Time of Achievement and Services to Elite School of Optometry

Elite School of Optometry-Sankara Nethralaya.​

Eminent Women Achiever “– Training and Communication

Rajalakshmi Institutions

Hall of Fame Award

YourDost Counselling Portal.

Customer Centricity Award

YourDost Counselling Portal.

Training | Presentations | Membership

  • Trained under Dr. Richard Bandler (Co-Creator of NLP), Dr. William Horton (NFNLP), and several other National and International experts.
  • Presented papers at the Afro-Asian Psychological Congress (Malaysia) and ITAA Conferences.
  • Founding Member - Hypnotique Circle Madras | T.A. Study Circle Madras | Indian Academy of Professional Supervisors.