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Mental Health Counsellor
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Mental Health Counsellor
Provides support and therapy for individuals facing emotional difficulties.
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NSQF Level 6
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At a glance
Salary range in India
₹3.3L – ₹8.8L/year
Market demand
growing
Low
Very High
Minimum qualification
Degree
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote
Your pathway into Mental Health Counsellor
1
Step 1
Bachelor's degree (3-4 years)
2
Step 2
Campus placement
3
Step 3
Professional certification
Skills you'll need
patient care
Core skill
medical knowledge
Core skill
empathy
Core skill
attention to detail
Core skill
communication
Core skill
Salary breakdown in India
Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹3.3L – ₹8.8L/year
Lead / Head
Upper Range
What does a Mental Health Counsellor actually do?
Provides support and therapy for individuals facing emotional difficulties.