Shawn Dsouza

A postgraduate MSc Health Psychology student at King's College London with research and healthcare experience in clinical, hospital and mental health settings. Passionate about supporting individuals through patient-centred care, with interests in mental health, healthcare and education.

Healthcare & Mealtime Volunteer (Imperial College Healthcare NHS) - Imperial Health Charity - Hammersmith Hospital & Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea Hospital

(2026-03)

• Supported ward staff and catering teams to enhance patient care.
• Communicated with patients from diverse backgrounds, including vulnerable individuals and developed strong empathy and communication skills within an NHS hospital environment.

Clinical Research Assistant (Placement) - King's College London

(2026-01 - 2026-05)

• Contributed to a clinical research project investigating experiences of medical dismissal and its impact on mental and physical health.
• Transcribed qualitative interviews with high accuracy.
• Supported Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) activities within the research study.

Psychiatric Centre Observership - Insight Mind Care Centre - Mumbai

(2025-01 - 2025-04)

• Shadowed Clinical Psychologists and Psychiatrists during outpatient consultations.
• Assisted group activities and workshops for hospitalised patients.
• Supported patient documentation and data entry and day care of patients.

Leadership | Student Representative - Amity University Mumbai - Mumbai

(2023 - 2025)

MSc - Health Psychology - King's College London (2025-09 - 2026-09)

B.A. (Hons) - Applied Psychology & Behavioural Sciences & Minor Diploma in Social Work - Amity University Mumbai (2021 - 2025)