Hansit Deb
@hansitdeb
Dedicated counselling psychologist focused on mental health and well-being.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate counselling psychologist with extensive experience in providing mental health support across diverse populations. Currently, I serve as a Residential Counsellor at Azim Premji University, where I lead individual and group counselling sessions, focusing on academic stress and personal development. My role involves designing workshops to promote mental health awareness and implementing crisis intervention strategies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for students.
Previously, I worked with various organizations, including the Good Wave Foundation and TWEET Foundation, where I provided online counselling and specialized support for vulnerable communities. My commitment to mental health advocacy is evident in my efforts to enhance well-being through community engagement and collaboration with stakeholders. I have a strong background in conducting mental health assessments, crisis intervention, and facilitating workshops aimed at empowering individuals and families.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Residential Counsellor
Azim Premji University
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Spearhead individual and group counselling sessions addressing academic stress and mental health challenges. Design workshops to foster mental health awareness and manage conflicts in a residential environment. Train staff in intervention techniques and maintain confidential records.
Counselling Psychologist
Good Wave Foundation
Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Provide online counselling services, prepare mental health crisis risk assessments, and maintain detailed client records. Engage in supervision sessions for professional growth while prioritizing client confidentiality.
Mental Health Practitioner (Intern)
ETC Centre for Disability
Sep 2023 - Oct 2023 (1 month)
Conducted clinical observations of individuals with disabilities and engaged in community activities to enhance social and emotional well-being. Evaluated cognitive functioning and assessed therapeutic interventions.
Research Intern
National Health Mission
Nov 2021 - Jan 2022 (2 months)
Visited mental healthcare facilities to observe services and conducted a literature review on innovations in mental health. Made recommendations for improving the District Mental Health Programme.
In-house Counselling Psychologist
TWEET Foundation
Feb 2023 - Oct 2023 (8 months)
Managed a caseload of residents with diverse mental health conditions, conducted group sessions, and advocated for mental healthcare needs. Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure quality care.
Online Mental Health Professional
Being Mental Healthcare Pvt Ltd.
Aug 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year)
Conducted assessments and provided chat-based counselling to a diverse user base. Led a team to ensure quality support and addressed complex mental health cases.
Tele-Counsellor Intern
CINI (Child In Need Institute)
Jun 2021 - Sep 2021 (3 months)
Provided tele-counselling services and facilitated Psychological First Aid in Covid-affected areas. Organized webinars and conferences to support community mental health.
Field Investigator
Mental Health Foundation (India)
Feb 2016 - Dec 2016 (10 months)
Mobilized efforts to provide mental health services to low socio-economic residents through outreach and public awareness programs. Collected data and prioritized cases based on severity.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TATA Institute of Social Sciences
PG Diploma in Counselling, Counselling
2022 - 2024
University of Sussex
MSc in Applied Social Psychology, Applied Social Psychology
2018 - 2020
Zakir Husain Delhi College, University of Delhi
B.A. Hons (Psychology), Psychology
2014 - 2017
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