Speakers - 2026

Biography

Dr. Archana Mishra is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS), Faridabad, and Founder of Mihira Psychological Services. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology and a PG Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology from the University of Allahabad. With over a decade of experience in clinical practice, behavioral research, and psychometrics, she has published 10+ research papers, 5 book chapters, and serves as Editor-in-Chief of an international edited volume. A Best Paper Award recipient and invited speaker at NAOP and ICCBI, she leads an ICSSR-funded project and specializes in neuroscience-informed, culturally grounded mental health interventions.

Research interests:

1. Neuroscience of Addiction and Behavioral Disorders
2. Clinical and Counseling Psychology
3. Neuroplasticity and Mind–Brain Mechanisms
4. Cognitive-Behavioral and Mindfulness-Based Interventions
5. Indian Psychology, Yogic Science, and Consciousness Studies
6. Psychometric Test Development and Cognitive Profiling
7. Emotional Intelligence, Self-Regulation, and Behavioral Health