Darnisha Devi Ragupathi

Darnisha is a children’s book author holding an MSc in Psychological Medicine, with a deep interest in cognitive-behavioral and developmental approaches to early childhood. Combining her academic background with her real-world perspective as a mother, she translates complex psychological concepts into practical tools for emotional regulation.

Darnisha is the creator of the book series, Big Feelings, Little Bodies, a collection specifically written to ground child psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) inspired techniques into accessible language for young children. Passionate about shifting how families navigate toddler behavior, she designs interactive workshops and hands-on resources such as her signature DIY Emotion Watch that empower both verbal and non- verbal children to label and safely navigate intense emotions. Through her community-focused approach, Darnisha provides parents with actionable, attachment-secure strategies to foster emotional intelligence in daily life.