Celebrating Silent Changemakers: Women Coach & Counsellor Awards 2025 Shines Spotlight on Purpose-Led Impact

On a night that resonated with purpose and empowerment, the Women Coach & Counsellor Awards (WCCA) 2025 were presented at Hotel Avasa, Hitech City, Madhapur. The ceremony honoured 21 extraordinary women who have transformed lives through coaching, counselling, and unwavering commitment to building better futures.

From mental health advocates to corporate coaches, these women are catalysts for change—uplifting individuals, families, and communities, often without fanfare. “They lead from the heart, creating ripple effects that go far beyond their sessions,” said Geetika Batra, Founder of Goldfish Communications and the visionary behind WCCA. “WCCA is not just an event; it’s a movement to recognize real work, real women, and real impact.”

The evening was graced by esteemed leaders including Mr. Krishna Yedula, Vice President – Virtusa & Co-Chair, CSR & Sustainability, ASSOCHAM; Ms. Mamatha Madireddy, MD & Head, HSBC India Global Service Centres; Mr. Vinay Agarwal, Global Head – Business HR, Tech Mahindra; Mr. TRL Rao, Associate VP, Ramoji Film City; and Ms. Sameeksha Arora, who has been closely associated with the initiative.

Krishna Yedula lauded the initiative, highlighting how “women coaches and counsellors are silent warriors—providing hope, clarity, and resilience in a chaotic world.” He cited impactful programs like Margadarshak and Sanghamitra by SCSC as proof of what guided support can achieve.

Mamatha Madireddy shared a heartfelt reflection, noting, “The ripple effect of a true coach is immeasurable. They don't give you answers—they empower you to find your own.” Vinay Agarwal echoed the sentiment, emphasising the role of coaching in enabling self-discovery and growth. TRL Rao called attention to the enduring power of women in shaping society’s moral and emotional compass, while Sameeksha Arora added, “Coaching comes instinctively to women—they guide and nurture from the very beginning of life.”

The evening also featured a deeply engaging panel discussion titled “Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Women Leading the Change”, moderated by Padmapriya Chilakamarti. Panelists included industry trailblazers like Vishala Reddy, Praveena Thota, Asra Haq, Archana Suresh, Anupama Dalmia, and Devashish Jena, who shared powerful insights on creating inclusive spaces for transformation.

The awardees represented a vibrant spectrum of change-makers—from Swathi, Radio Jockey at Radio Mirchi, to Devika Rami Karri, an internationally certified addictions professional, and Haimanti Paul Sarker, co-founder of the Isha Foundation. Also recognised were voices like Lalita Tims of the Women’s Forum at SCSC, among others.

What sets WCCA apart is its authenticity-first approach: honourees are selected not by social metrics or visibility, but by real-world impact and peer recommendations. This curation process ensures that the spotlight is placed exactly where it’s due—on women creating meaningful change quietly, yet powerfully.

With attendees ranging from therapists and educators to HR leaders and social workers, the evening wasn’t just an awards function—it was a gathering of minds and hearts committed to well-being, growth, and social upliftment. In a time when the world is increasingly looking for balance and guidance, the WCCA 2025 offered a glowing reminder: when women rise, everything rises.