Riya Z

A highly motivated and passionate aspiring Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with over 5 years' experience working with neurodiversity and mental health difficulties. Committed to providing evidence-based support, promoting positive outcomes and contributing to the delivery of high-quality psychological services within clinical settings. Seeking to apply and further enhance my current skills and knowledge to make a meaningful difference to the wellbeing of individuals accessing psychological services.

Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - Black Country NHS Healthcare

(2025-09)

• Engaged in Clinical Skills and Case management supervision to support ongoing professional development and improve patient care.
• Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to understand clients' presenting difficulties, utilising the 4Ws framework, ABC model, routine outcome measures (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7), disorder-specific measures (e.g., SPIN, PCL-5, HAI), risk assessments, collaborative problem statements, goal setting, and COM-B behavioural assessments to inform treatment planning.
• Delivered guided self-help and CBT-based interventions for people experiencing common mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety.
• Engaged with CBT based interventions such as Behavioural activation, worry and anxiety management, psychoeducation, guided self-help, cognitive restructuring and relapse prevention.
• Building strong therapeutic relationships using common factor skills such as empathy and active listening.
• Conducting sessions through a variety of modalities including cCBT, telephone, video face-to-face and groups.

Assistant Educational Psychologist - Romans field School

(2025-02 - 2025-04)

• Conducted initial observational assessments such as in classrooms and reviewed EHCPs to inform appropriate intervention strategies.
• Assisted in developing and implementing therapy programmes, including trauma-focused therapy and behaviour therapy.
• Following appropriate legislation and guidance to ensure the safeguarding and wellbeing of all children
• Collaborated with students, parents, teachers and school counsellors to reflect and monitor progress to adjust plans as necessary.
• Conducted four 1:1 individual therapy sessions in a day managing workloads and setting deadlines.
• Contributed to written evaluation report of student progress in Excel spreadsheet.
• Achievement: Led development of a trauma-focused programme that reduced student anxiety levels by 45%.

Assistant Manager - Coding LTD

(2023-08 - 2025-08)

• Applied behavioral management and positive reinforcement to support motivation among neurodiverse students.
• Assessed student progress and provided feedback to increase self-efficacy and confidence in coding.
• Conducted staff training for supporting neurodiverse learners in STEM education settings.
• Demonstrated strong IT skills in coding software including JAVA script, Microsoft and Excel.
• Handled administrative tasks including scheduling, document management and task delegation while supporting a team of over 100 staff and students.
• Achievement: Achieved a retention rate exceeding 80% by cultivating strong student rapport and establishing personalised learning approaches.

Mental Health Assistant (SEN/SEMH) - Academics

(2022-10 - 2025-07)

• Applied evidence-based behavioral strategies including visual support and zones of regulation to improve classroom engagement.
• Utilised strong interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with students and teachers.
• Collaborated with teachers to adapt curriculum materials, ensuring accessibility for all learners.
• Evaluated student progress through formative assessments to review learning performance.
• Independently delivered lessons including life skills and PSHE to support holistic development.
• Achievement: 100% improvement in student performance with all students scoring significantly higher compared to previous years

SEND Teaching assistant - Special Educational Needs and Disabilities School

(2019-04 - 2019-05)

• Engaged with children, teachers, and parents to assess needs before and after events.
• Supported children with a range of physical and neurological conditions including Down syndrome, achondroplasia, epilepsy, Autism, ADHD and dyslexia.
• Monitored behaviour patterns, emotional responses and social interactions through confidential database such as Earwig.
• Promoted emotional regulation through positive reinforcement under the guidance of specialist staff.
• Achievement: Organised and delivered an inclusive Sports Day event, promoting across all ability levels.

Pharmacist Assistant - Jade Pharmacy

(2019-07 - 2019-08)

• Assisted patients in healthcare setting, communicating health information compassionately.
• Handled patient records, repeat prescription ensuring confidentiality and patient safety.
• Achievement: Gained exposure to psychotropic medications and enhanced understanding of their use in mental health treatment.

Community Support Worker - Institute Of Ismaili

(2014-01 - 2015-12)

• Provided one-on-one and group support for individuals with mental health challenges.
• Assisted clients in developing coping strategies, enhancing overall wellbeing.
• Worked closely with healthcare professionals to deliver personalised care and support plans.
• Maintained detailed, confidential records of client progress and outcomes.
• Achievement: Successfully engaged over 200 participants in community-based support initiatives.

Postgraduate Certificate - Low Intensity Psychological Interventions - University of Birmingham (2025-09)

MSc - Clinical Psychology - Royal Holloway, University of London (2024-09 - 2025-08)

BSc (Hons) - Psychology - University of Portsmouth (2020-09 - 2023-06)