When life feels turbulent, having the right support beside you makes all the difference. Raft offers compassionate counselling and purposeful training — so individuals and organisations can move forward, grounded and sure.
Founders' Note — Why We Do What We Do
"Raft Foundation grew from a shared belief that when people feel truly seen and supported, change unfolds naturally. In a world that often moves too fast, we chose to create a space that invites pause, reflection, and reconnection.
Though our paths have been different, they meet in the same intention — to walk alongside individuals and organisations as they navigate growth, transition, and healing. We believe the answers people seek already exist within them; our role is to help create the conditions where those answers can emerge.
At Raft Foundation, we don't rush change or offer quick fixes. We listen deeply, hold space with care, and support people in moving forward with clarity, balance, and quiet confidence."
— Dr. Rafia Anjum & Anand Menon · Founders, Raft Foundation
Dr. Rafia Anjum & Anand Menon
Counsellor · Trainer · Healthcare Professional
Dr. Rafia Anjum is a counsellor, trainer, and healthcare professional who believes deeply in the human capacity to heal, grow, and flourish. Her work is rooted in the understanding that meaningful change begins with awareness, compassion, and the right support.
With a background in dentistry and a postgraduate degree in Health and Hospital Management, she brings together clinical insight, organisational experience, and a strong people-centred approach. She has worked with Fortis Hospitals, Narayana Hrudayalaya Chain of Dental Clinics, Medi Assist, and currently IndusInd Insurance as a Product Trainer and Underwriter.
Beyond corporate settings, her work extends into community and non-profit spaces — particularly with adolescents and young adults across India and Sri Lanka, through Janaagraha and Moksha Trust. She holds a Diploma in Counselling (Banjara Academy), and is a certified NLP Practitioner (AANLP), trained through Dale Carnegie's Train the Trainer programme.
She works with individuals across life stages — adolescents, working professionals, and couples — offering a safe, inclusive, non-judgmental space for exploration and healing.
Counsellor · Career Coach · Trainer
Anand Menon is a counsellor, career coach, and trainer who is deeply curious about human behaviour, growth, and the inner worlds people carry. His work is grounded in empathy and the belief that clarity and self-understanding can transform the way individuals relate to themselves, their work, and their lives.
He brings a rich professional background across multiple industries, including over a decade in senior leadership and C-suite positions. As a counsellor, Anand follows an eclectic approach — drawing from a range of psychological frameworks to support clients navigating challenges, transitions, and personal concerns.
A certified Career Analyst and Coach, he conducts workshops, training programmes, and consulting in Human Resources and organisational development. Committed to continuous learning, he actively invests in workshops across healing, mental health, and psychology, and is currently pursuing his Master's degree in Psychology.
His work sits at the intersection of personal wellbeing, career direction, and professional effectiveness — supporting individuals and organisations in creating meaningful change.
We offer counselling and developmental support through a holistic, client-centred approach. We draw from well-established frameworks — including Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) — creating a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space, with deep respect for confidentiality and individual dignity.
For moments when life feels heavy, confusing, or overwhelming.
Support for individuals navigating emotional, social, work-related, or family concerns. Sessions focus on building awareness, resilience, and healthier ways of coping and relating.
When conversations feel stuck, or closeness needs a gentle nudge.
For individuals and couples experiencing relationship challenges. We support partners in improving communication, understanding patterns, and rebuilding connection and trust.
Because families grow stronger when everyone feels heard.
For families facing interpersonal difficulties. The focus is on strengthening relationships, improving communication, and fostering mutual understanding.
Finding clarity and direction at important crossroads.
For individuals choosing academic streams, career paths, seeking growth, or navigating professional transitions. We support clarity, informed decision-making, and confidence.
Supporting intentional growth and personal transformation.
For individuals focused on personal development, goal-setting, and meaningful transformation. Coaching supports clients in overcoming limitations and unlocking their full potential.
Custom wellbeing programmes for schools and organisations.
Tailored programmes for schools, colleges, and organisations — including individual counselling, group counselling, workshops, coaching, and mentoring, based on specific needs.
Our training and workshops are practical, engaging, and outcome-oriented — drawing from psychology, organisational experience, and adult learning principles. Each programme is thoughtfully designed to support skill-building, self-awareness, and behavioural change that can be applied in personal and professional settings.
