Who are we?

We are a mental health organisation based in Calicut, founded by the duo of Shibili Suhana, a clinical psychologist, a queer affirmative and feminist therapist, and Dr. Mohamed Abshad, a psychiatrist and a compassionate inquiry therapist.

At Stairway to Haven, we believe that feminist, queer affirmative, and anti-oppressive care is essential in creating an inclusive and empowering environment. Mental health care is not one-size-fits-all and we work hard to create a space that is affirming for everyone. We strive to provide care that is non-judgmental, respectful and culturally sensitive.

Our team has expertise in treating various mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, OCD, and more, tailored to your unique needs. Our services include psychiatric consultations and psychotherapy, including individual therapy, couple therapy, family therapy and group therapy. We also believe in the power of community and connection and hence often organise support groups, events, training programs and workshops.