Dr. Shelja Sen

Hey, I’m Dr. Shelja Sen

I work with parents, children, and families to build emotional safety, connection, and resilience. My approach emphasizes empathy, presence, and understanding emotions rather than control or fear-based parenting. I use psychological insights combined with real-life application to support healthier relationships at home. The transformation I help create is emotionally secure children and conscious, confident parents.

The Story

Dr. Shelja Sen trained as a psychologist specializing in child and adolescent mental health and family relationships. Over the years, she built a well-known practice supporting parents, children, and educators through therapy, workshops, and public education. She is the founder of the Children First initiative, focused on child wellbeing and emotional health. She is the author of multiple books on parenting and emotions, including works that address empathy, boundaries, and connection. Her talks and workshops have reached schools, organizations, and parents across India. Her influence lies in normalizing emotional conversations and reshaping modern parenting through compassion and understanding.