Professional Counseling Rooted in Catholic Faith for Holistic Healing and Transformation.

At Metanoia, we offer a gentle space for individuals, couples, and families to begin the journey from life's challenges to healing and lasting transformation.

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Services

Individual Counseling

  • Anxiety, depression, burnout
  • Identity & self-worth
  • Life transitions, decision-making
  • Personal spiritual growth

Marriage & Couples Counseling

  • Enhancing effective spousal communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Forgiveness and emotional healing
  • Pre-marital & sacramental preparation
  • Catholic understanding of marriage as vocation

“So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore, what God has joined together, no human being must separate.” - Matthew 19:6

Family Counseling

  • Effective Parenting (gentle discipline, boundaries, faith formation)
  • Communications skills & Conflict resolution tools
  • Support in Life transitions (pregnancy, arrival of newborn, relocations/migrations, financial crisis)
  • Emotional and spiritual support for children and teens
  • Faith-based strategies for family unity

Spiritual Direction & Discernment

  • Vocation and life path discernment
  • Navigating spiritual dryness or struggle
  • Deepening prayer life
  • Reconnecting with the sacraments

Grief, Trauma & Inner Healing

  • Grief after loss (death, miscarriage, separation)
  • Trauma-informed care for past wounds
  • Prayer-based inner healing (as appropriate)
  • Emotional safety and spiritual encouragement

Retreats & Workshops (Community Programs)

  • Family and couples retreats
  • Faith + Mental Health webinars
  • Parenting & Catholic home-life workshops
  • Group support circles

Basic Medical Consultation

Basic consultations to help you understand your current medications or discuss general health concerns.
Includes:

  • Holistic guidance on physical wellness in alignment with faith
  • Referrals to specialists when needed
About

metanoia

[meh-ta-noy-ah] : Greek

(n.) the journey of changing one's mind, heart, self, or way of life; repent; spiritual conversion.

Hands shaping clay on a potter's wheel
  1. Heal th
    The process of becoming well again.
  2. Health - WHO Definition
    Health is the state of physical, mental, social and spiritual well being of an individual, and not merely the absence of disease or infinity.
  3. Sick
    One who is affected by physical or mental illness.
  4. Heal the Sick
    Help one who is affected by physical or mental illness to become well again.
  5. Disease
    Difficulty at ease.
  6. Word / Food / Drug
    Wisdom 16 : 12 / John 6 : 51 / Sirach 38 : 1 - 15
  7. Well Again / See Again / Born Again
    Jeremiah 30 : 17 / Luke 18 : 35 - 43 / 1 Peter 1 : 23
  1. Our Call
    To be His Chosen Witnesses
    Acts 10 : 41
  2. Our Vision
    To Heal the Sick
    Luke 9 : 1 - 2
  3. Our Mission
    To Unite Families
    Matthew 19 : 6
  1. Our Home
    John 14 : 23
  2. Our Beginning
    7 June 2025 /
    Acts 28 : 31
  3. Our Pledge
    To live as Godly men
  4. Metanoia
    Means Repent!
    Matthew 4 : 17 / Acts 3 : 19

Meet the Metanoia Family

Holy Spirit

Guide and Helper
John 14:26
Dove symbolising the Holy Spirit

Our constant guide, comforter, and source of wisdom. The Holy Spirit leads our work with grace, compassion, and truth, helping us discern the right path for every person we serve.

Br. Sunil Joseph

Spiritual Counselor
Wisdom 16:12
Br. Sunil Joseph

A spiritual counselor with over 20 years of ministry, Br. Sunil helps individuals and families find healing and hope through the Word of God.

Br. Joseph Jarard

MBA, Technical Counselor
John 6:51
Br. Joseph Jarard

An MBA graduate with a heart for service, Br. Joseph is passionate about uplifting and supporting those in need—offering encouragement, care, and support to those going through difficult times.

Dr. Sam Augustine Sebastian

Medical Advisor, MBBS
Sirach 38:1-15
Dr. Sam Augustine Sebastian

The doctor on our team, Dr. Sam brings skilled hands and a compassionate heart, with a vision to care for and heal the sick through his medical expertise.

Annie Sebastian

Consultant Psychologist
Luke 1:38
Annie Sebastian

Our Consultant Psychologist, Annie brings years of experience and a warm, caring heart to support individuals and families on their journey toward emotional well-being and healing.

Esa Maria Sebastian

Consultant Psychologist, M.Phil Psychology
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Esa Maria Sebastian

Consultant Psychologist supporting children, adolescents, and adults through CBT, EFT, and Expressive therapies. Specializes in care for pregnant women and new mothers. Enjoys singing and music as part of holistic well-being.

Approach

At Metanoia Family Counseling, we care for the whole person — spirit, mind, and body — as one integrated journey of transformation. We believe healing is most effective when each of these parts is supported with equal care and intention.

Our approach blends:

  • Mental health therapy using proven methods like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy),
  • Spiritual guidance rooted in Catholic tradition and Word of God,
  • And basic medical advising to support physical well-being and clarity around medications.

Empathy

We listen with understanding and compassion, holding space for your experience without judgment.

Confidentiality & Anonymity

What you share stays protected — your privacy is honored with the utmost care and discretion.

Congruence

We build trust by being honest, consistent, and true in how we care for you.

Frequently asked questions

We serve individuals, couples, and families of all ages who are seeking emotional, relational, or spiritual support.
No. While our approach is grounded in Catholic values, we welcome and respect anyone who is open to our faith-informed perspective.

We help with a wide range of concerns, including:

  • Marriage and family conflict
  • Parenting struggles
  • Anxiety, depression, grief
  • Addiction and recovery
  • Spiritual dryness or confusion
  • Trauma and past wounds

All of our counseling is currently offered online through private, secure video sessions.

We offer in-person sessions on a case-by-case basis. While most of our sessions are conducted online for accessibility and privacy, we can offer in-person therapy if you're able to meet us in Cochin, Kerala. Just reach out via WhatsApp to discuss availability and options.

We ask for a contribution of ₹500 per session, which includes both mental health support and spiritual guidance.
If you need a medical consultation, we offer it on a case-by-case basis.
If you're going through a difficult time financially, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we're happy to talk and find a way forward together.
Click on the “Book a Session” button, and you’ll be directed to our WhatsApp to start a conversation with our team. We’ll guide you from there.

We're here to Listen.
You don't need to have the right words. Just begin.

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