Dr. Sumathi Narayanan

Dr. Sumathi Narayanan, Platinum Master Trainer

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Student Feedback

• Following is the feedback from Ms. Anu Karthikeyan (Nov 2025):
  
  "Can online training really match offline learning?" I was skeptical. Until this week.
  
  A short orientation on NLP during my college days planted a seed. In 2015: Afer 12 years, I finally found the right mentors - Sumathi Narayanan Ma'am and Aravudhan Sir.
  
  NLP didn't just teach me techniques; It gave me a mirror to see my limiting patterns and the tools to reshape them. I shed behaviours that held me back and replaced them wth empowering behaviours to Unlock my true potential.
  
  Here's what made my first training unforgettable, The dedication it demanded was to rise at 4 AM. Preparing the entire day's meals before dawn. Traveling 3 hours each way. Managing home responsibiities despite complete exhaustion. The exhaustion was real. But so was the energy I gained from every lesson.
  
  This week, I completd my NLP refresher with Sumathy Ma'am - online. And here's what stunned me: The transformation was just as pround, SAME depth, SAME breakthroughs, SAME life-changing insights.
  
  The truth I discovered, Transformation isn't about WHERE you learn. It's about a skilled mentor who knows how to guide. A committed learner desperate to grow and the connection between teaching and receiving.
  
  To my incredible mentor's words will never capture my gratitude. You've given me the tools to become my best self. To Sumathy Ma'am and Aravamudhan Sir, my gratitude runs deeper than words. You have shaped who I am, not once but twice. Thank you for proving that true mentorship transcends boundaries.
  
  And to everyone thinking "maybe later" about their personal development: The barriers you think exist? They are smaller than you believe.
  
  Your transformation is waiting. The question is: Are you ready?


• Following is the feedback from Muthulakshmi Ramachandran (Sept 2024):
  
  I wish to extend my heartfelt thanks to Dr. Sumathi Narayanan for the excellent program on NFNLP. It was truly a wonderful and enriching experience. I found it incredibly beneficial for self-development and for realizing one's own potential. I believe it can be helpful for everyone, be it a professional, a homemaker, or a student. I feel it's a life skill that everyone could truly benefit from. Thank you Dr. Sumathi for enriching us with your expertise in this field. Grateful to all my co participants.


• Following is the feedback from Ramya Balakrishnan (Sept 2024):
  
  I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the fantastic NLP training you provided. Your insights and enthusiasm made the sessions engaging and inspiring. I've already started applying what I learned, and I can feel the difference it's making. Thank you for your dedication and support throughout the training. I truly appreciate all the effort you put in! Looking forward to future sessions!


• Following is the feedback from Jacob Montoya (Sept 2024):
  
  Thank you Sumathi, for the wornderful in depth introduction to NLP. I found the course very engaging with a great amount of practical experience. Sumathi's teaching is very grounded and takes a trauma informed approach. I left the course immediately ready to use the tools and techniques in my own sessions that compliment my current practice as a counsellor. I look forward to the Masters!


• Following is the feedback from Prerna Shreeram (Sept 2024):
  
  I would like to thank Dr. Sumathi Narayanan for a very enriching and educational NLP training course. She created an environment that felt safe and inviting allowing me to articulate my insights and pose my questions freely. Her constant encouragement for participants to be proactive kept the energy of the group high and lively. Every technique and tool was backed by personal and client examples which made the experience more impactful. This course helped me realise the significance of "the power of choice", which I had previously underestimated. It was very refreshing to see that change can be instantaneous. I am enjoying the process of using NLP tools for my personal growth and integrating it in my practice as a counselling psychologist. I am looking forward to advancing my skills with further training in NLP.


• Following is the feedback from Sai Saradha. V (Sept 2024):
  
  The 4 days of NLP practitioner course was very enriching. I am so grateful to be part of the group and learn from Sumathi ma'am. This course gave me an opportunity to learn more about myself and how i can transform my life with my thoughts and words. The techniques I learnt have been very useful for me. I am looking forward to learning more, growing and also helping others using NLP.


• Following is the feedback from Sophie.F.Augustina (Sept 2024):
  
  This NFNLP certified Basic Practitioner course is a wonderful transformative course. I want to thank Dr Sumathi Narayanan for giving an incredible learning experience. She is an outstanding educator and I want to express my sincere gratitude for the valuable knowledge gained through this course. I was amazed to see her dedication and the passion for the subject throughout the training. I want to appreciate the effort in making the course interactive and informative. The well structured course content and the practical learning sessions were excellent.The course experience renewed my sense of purpose. The instantaneous change that happened during the course makes me feel empowered .This kindles me to evoke the power to bring a change. It has unlocked the brighter perspective. This course has given me confidence to effectively use this technique in my sessions as a counselling psychologist. Looking forward to pursuing a Master's program to enhance my expertise.


• Following is the feedback from Pawan Kumar (July 2024):
  
  I am thrilled to express my deepest gratitude to Dr. Sumathi for her transformative courses in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Having completed both the Basic and Master's Level under her expert guidance, I can confidently say that these programs have been nothing short of life-changing. Dr. Sumathi's dedication to her students is unparalleled. Her approach goes beyond just teaching, she ensures that each concept is thoroughly understood and seamlessly integrates it withthe Indian context. This culturally relevant persepective made the learning experience incredibly enriching and practical. What sets Dr. Sumathi apart is her unwavering commitment to her students' success. She doesn't just provide a course; she offers a lifelong support system. Her willingness to go the extra mile to ensure that every participant grasps the material and can apply it effectively is truly commendable. Thank you, Dr. Sumathi, for not only imparting knowledge but also for fostering a supportive learning environment that extends well beyond the classroom. Your influence has had a profound impact on my personal and professional life, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to learn from you.


• Following is the feedback from Venkatraman Chittur Krishnan:
  
  I am very happy to have attended your NLP course. I loved the way you explained the concepts relating them to everyday examples and showing the power we can unleash using NLP. The way you lead as well as made us do the technquies was quite effective. I can feel the impact of these tools myself. As I said, I will internalise all the NLP presuppostions and consciously apply them in all my interactions and communications in personal, social and professional spheres. My coaching clients will definetely be benefitted. I will whole-heartedly recommend this course to everyone since NLP has the power to change lives postively. Thank you for your dedication and passion for the subject the shines through your training. Just listening to you itself has postively changed all of us !!!
  I will definetly keep in touch with you and the cohort.


• Feedback from Aruna Panangipally:
  
  Thank you, Dr. Narayanan, for an enriching 5 days. The way you reinforced the principles with practice (exercises) not only made the principles real but also "made them stick". As a result, the principles became ingrained through the 5 days of practice. It was also enlightening to see you use the NLP principles when conducting the course. The pace, the delivery, examples, and the reinforcements were all well-aligned, and that made the learning journey all the more easier. Once again, thank you very much; and I look forward to updating you with the positive results I will be able to achieve from now on.


• Feedback from Sulabha R:
  
  Thank you for the lovely 40 hours. Filled with so many WOW moments and Aaha realizations. Thank you for being such a dynamic coach! I truly believe that a coach brings a concept alive through their personality. The space you created through these weekends was safe and non judgemental. It made it possible for me to clarify any doubt and cross out all confusions. Absolutely refreshing and engaging ! Would highly recommend this course


• Feedback from Mythreyi Solai:
  
  NFNLP has greatly helped me in bringing about positive changes in my life. The program gave so much clarity on human behaviors and thought processes. I apply the NLP techniques to build rapport in relationships and communicate with people every day. I can already see so much progress in how I relate with my own inner self and others. All the NLP tools are so simple, practical and results oriented. Anchoring is my personal favorite tool as it keeps me focused on my goals and work towards them with enthusiasm. I immensely enjoyed Dr. Sumathi Narayanan's insightful words of wisdom and experience during the entire course. Thank you so much for such an empowering and life transformational program.

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NLP Basic Practitioner Hybrid Class December 2023

Dr. Sumathi Narayanan
NLP Hybrid Trainings
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