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Delivered full-time onsite psychological care in a rehabilitation setting, including psychoeducation, one-on-one counselling, and structured case documentation. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to align counselling approaches with patient treatment plans.

Delivered one-on-one client-centred counselling sessions remotely for clients with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship, workplace, and family issues. Conducted intake assessments and case conceptualization to develop individualized treatment plans.

Observed and assisted in psychological assessments and interventions within a multidisciplinary hospital team. Administered psychological tests under supervision and attended clinical symposia on behaviour understanding and communication skills.

Conducted an independent mixed-method dissertation on parasocial relationships, personality traits, emotional dysregulation, and social connectedness among Indian young adults. Designed and administered quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, applying statistical and thematic analysis.

Collected community-based qualitative and quantitative data from intellectually disabled older adults, supporting client-population needs assessment.

Practised case history taking and Mental Status Examination on simulated client cases to build diagnostic interviewing skills. Completed structured clinical skill-building training covering therapeutic basics and supportive counselling techniques.

Supported residents through cognitive stimulation activities and applied behavioural observation to monitor cognitive decline and emotional wellbeing. Gained direct exposure to geriatric mental health and caregiving needs.

Built applied psychology skills through virtual supervision and task-based training in a structured remote learning environment.

Grade: CGPA: 8.38

Pursued an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology, including a mixed-method dissertation on parasocial relationships, personality, and emotional dysregulation.

Grade: CGPA: 8.1

Completed a B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology with a strong foundation in psychological principles and research.