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Healthy Minds. A Healthy India.

Promoting Dignity, Wellbeing, and Positive Mental Health

Over 32 years of Service to the Nation

Healthy Minds. A Healthy India.

Since 1994 • Mental Health for All

Recovery begins with Sharing

Promoting Dignity, Wellbeing and Positive Mental Health

Snehi is a not-for-profit organisation working for psychosocial support and mental health care, since 1994. It was registered in April, 1996 under Societies Registration Act, 1860.

32 Years of Service

Snehi Foundation-Mental Health Care

1385+

Suicides Prevented

Prevention works better than cure, particularly in mental health.

Why Mental Health Matters

Understanding your mental health issues helps you live a better and productive life

Mental health is a state of successful performance of the mind, resulting in productive activities, fulfilling relationships, and the ability to adapt to change & cope with adversity.

Mental health is indispensable to personal well-being, family and interpersonal relationships, and a positive contribution to society.

It is easy to overlook the value of mental health and wellness until the problem surface yet from childhood to death, mental health is a springboard for thinking, communication, learning, emotional growth, resilience, and self-esteem.

Mental Health in India at a Glance

Population Context

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India is home to approximately 18% of the world's population, making improvements in mental health care a global public health priority.
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Mental Health Burden

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Approximately 10.6% of Indian adults are living with a diagnosable mental disorder, according to the National Mental Health Survey (NMHS) of India, 2015-16
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Care Needs

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According to the National Mental Health Survey of India (2015–16), nearly 150 million Indians are estimated to require active mental health interventions and care due to mental health conditions.
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Treatment Gap

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A significant treatment gap exists for mental disorders in India, with approximately 70%-92% of people experiencing mental health conditions not receiving adequate treatment.
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Economic Impact

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The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that India may incur economic losses of approximately USD 1.03 trillion between 2012 and 2030 due to mental health conditions.
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Suicide Burden

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12.4 suicides per lakh population, with an absolute count of 170924 suicides in the year 2022. Suicide prevention requires timely identification, mental health support, and accessible care systems.
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Disease Burden

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The burden of mental health problems in India is 2443 disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) per 10000 population
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Dearth of Mental Health Workforce

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India has approximately 0.75 psychiatrists per 100,000 population, compared with the desirable availability of 3 or more psychiatrists per 100,000 population.
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Disability and mental health

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National Mental Health Survey of India (2015–16) conducted by NIMHANS show substantial levels of depression, anxiety, psychological distress, reduced quality of life, and significant caregiver burden among persons living with mental disorders and associated disabilities, as well as their families.
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LGBTQ+ and Mental health

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Sexual and gender minority (SGM) communities in India experience significantly higher rates of moderate-to-severe depression and anxiety compared to the general population.
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Economic Disparity and Mental Health

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Discrimination and Mental health

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Our Impact

Numbers that reflect decades of commitment to mental health care across India.

1,71,471

Individual Counselled

in the last 32 years

3,080

Trained People

from different fields

5,162

Community Workshop

participants joined our workshops

2,05,210

Students Reached

through Chetna

211+

Partnered with

schools

35

Partnered with

colleges

What We Do

Support that Heal & Empower

From crisis support to preventive wellness, Snehi offers comprehensive mental health support rooted in listening, empathy, care, and the psycho-social model.

Helpline & Immediate Support

Crisis Intervention Helpline

(10 AM - 10 PM)

Disha

(Pre & Post Exam Helpline)

Hopeline

(Pre & Post Result Helpline)
Counselling & Mental Health Support

Online Counselling

(via Zoom)

Face-To-Face Counselling

(at Centre)

Child Mental Health

Community Outreach Programmes

Chetna

Bal Bhawan Programme

Advocacy & Awareness

Awareness Programmes

Breaking stigma through awareness, dialogue, and community engagement to build a healthier outlook on mental well-being.

Our Story

Passion that became a Mission

Snehi was born from a deep conviction that mental health support should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.

What started as a single helpline has grown into a comprehensive mental health organization helping thousands across India.

Snehi was the first in the country to launch a Pre-Exam Helpline in 1996, pioneering a movement that continues to this day.

Today, Snehi’s helpline number is recommended by media houses, mental health organizations, and even AI platforms, a testament to the trust built over three decades.

Empathy First

We believe in the psycho-social model - caring, empathy, and sharing as the foundation of healing.

Prevention & Promotion

Our focus is preventive mental health care and promoting awareness.

Community Driven

From volunteers to trained counsellors, our strength is the community that stands together.

Ways to Associate with Snehi

Be a part of building stronger, healthier, and more supportive communities through volunteering and mental health capacity building.

Partners

Together for Mental Wellness

"हर कहानी एक उम्मीद है"

Helpline Timing • 10 AM – 10 PM Everyday

Need Someone to Talk to?

तनाव, चिंता या किसी भी परेशानी में, हमसे बात करें। हर समस्या का समाधान तुरंत नहीं होता, लेकिन बात करना शुरुआत हो सकती है। काउंसलिंग पूरी तरह मुफ्त और गोपनीय है।

Our trained counsellors are here to listen, understand, and support you.
Every conversation is free, confidential, and conducted with care and respect.

If we helped you, you can always donate to support our mission.