Kshama Gudka

An academically driven and clinically experienced Postgraduate Psychology student with a robust background in front-line neurodevelopmental and mental health settings. Combines current, high-level theoretical knowledge from King's College London with extensive practical expertise in implementing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), managing complex behaviours, and executing clinical documentation. Demonstrates a strong clinical focus on neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD), cognitive behavioural monitoring, and multidisciplinary risk management.

Seeking to transition from front-line support into a professional Assistant Psychologist or clinical research role within a structured, high-standard mental health setting.

Mental Health Support Worker - Hightown Housing (Westcroft House Residential Services and Stainton Court)

(2026-01)

• Deliver clinical support to adults presenting with complex, enduring mental health diagnoses, operating strictly within structured recovery and risk-management plans.
• Maintain accurate, objective daily clinical notes tracking longitudinal mood shifts, behavioural metrics, incident escalation, and cognitive presentation.
• Manage safe medication administration workflows, adhering to rigorous clinical compliance, MAR chart auditing, and adverse side-effect monitoring.
• Utilize advanced verbal de-escalation, emotional containment, and psychological reassurance strategies to support residents experiencing acute distress or behavioural crises.
• Collaborate closely with external multidisciplinary teams (MDTs), escalating clinical risk indicators and changes in presentation to senior psychology and psychiatric staff.

Psychology SEN Teaching Assistant - St Peter Eaton Square C of E Primary School, London - London

(2024-09 - 2025-09)

• Provided intensive 1:1 and group interventions for children with complex neurodevelopmental profiles, translating statutory EHCP provisions into daily cognitive and educational milestones.
• Partnered directly with Educational Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech and Language Therapists to operationalize and unify clinical therapy goals.
• Formulated and delivered tailored behavioural management plans, focusing directly on emotional regulation, sensory integration, and social communication mechanics.
• Analysed, tracked, and recorded student psychometrics and milestone data to actively contribute to Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Psychology SEN Teaching Assistant - Netley Primary School and Centre for Autism, London - London

(2023-09 - 2024-08)

• Executed structured 1:1 behavioural and cognitive assessments for children within a specialized, dedicated Autism provision.
• Designed, adapted, and applied highly targeted learning methodologies matching the distinct cognitive and communication profiles of neurodivergent pupils.
• Authored comprehensive progress and behavioural tracking reports utilized by teaching staff, external psychological agencies, and parents during statutory reviews.
• Facilitated the safe and clinically minded transition of SEN students into mainstream academic environments, actively mitigating anxiety and sensory overload.

Premium Beauty Advisor / Hospitality Team Member - 24 SEVEN Agency & Roxy Ballroom, London/Nottingham - London/Nottingham

(2021 - 2023)

• Developed high-level corporate communication, professional consultation, and conflict-resolution skills within high-end, fast-paced commercial environments.
• Managed executive client relationships, tracked consumer data systems, and operated under strict corporate service standards.

MSc - Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health - King's College London (2024)

BSc (Hons) - Psychology - Nottingham Trent University (2019 - 2023)