"In South India, marriage is not just two people — it is two families, two traditions, and sometimes two languages learning to live together."
About Kavitha
Kavitha Nair is a family counselor based in Kochi with 10 years of experience working with families across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. She speaks fluent Malayalam, Tamil, and Kannada — and understands the cultural nuances that make South Indian matrimony different from the rest of India.
Kavitha's work focuses on bridging generational gaps during the marriage process. She has helped over 300 families navigate everything from Nair tharavad expectations to modern inter-community matches in Bangalore's IT corridor.
Before joining Samaj Saathi, Kavitha ran workshops for parents at the Kerala Women's Commission on 'Letting Your Children Choose.' She writes in Malayalam, Tamil, and English for the Samaj Saathi blog.
Areas of Expertise
Education
- ●M.Sc. Psychology, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
- ●B.A. Sociology, Stella Maris College, Chennai
- ●Certified Family Therapist, IAMFT India
Experience
- ●South India Content Lead, Samaj Saathi (2024–Present)
- ●Family Counselor, Rajagiri Hospital Kochi (2018–2024)
- ●Workshop Facilitator, Kerala Women's Commission (2016–2018)
- ●Counselor, Snehi Foundation Chennai (2014–2016)
Languages
Malayalam · Tamil · Kannada · English