Aastha Banka

Psychology professional with experience in individual and group counselling, psychological assessment, psychoeducation, case management, therapeutic sessions, clinical observation, history taking, report writing, case presentation, and mental and emotional well-being initiatives. Experienced in clinical and field-based settings, with strong communication, active listening, teamwork, and documentation skills.

Psychologist at CanKids…KidsCan (2026-03 – Present)

• Conduct 1:1 therapy sessions focused on emotional and mental well-being.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and psychoeducation interventions.
• Conduct psychological assessments and document relevant case information.
• Conduct sessions with employees as part of emotional and mental well-being initiatives.
• Participate in on-field hospital visits and provide psychological support in field settings.
• Present cases and contribute to case discussions and clinical planning.
• Work toward strengthening emotional and mental well-being through individual, group, and field-based interventions.

Counsellor at Intas Foundation (2024-12 – 2025-04)

• Conducted 1:1 counselling sessions and group therapy sessions.
• Conducted psychological assessments and supported comprehensive case management.
• Managed patient cases from initial interaction through follow-up, ensuring end-to-end case handling.
• Conducted different therapeutic interventions based on client needs.
• Maintained professional documentation and supported continuity of care.

Clinical Psychology Intern at King George's Medical University (KGMU), Clinical Psychology Unit, Department of Psychiatry

2 months

• Conducted psychological assessments under supervision.
• Participated in clinical history taking and patient interactions.
• Observed clinical presentations and behavioural patterns.
• Assisted with psychological report writing and documentation.

Content Writer – Intern

Developed written content as part of the content-writing internship.

Intern at Swapna Foundation

Completed an internship with Swapna Foundation.

M.A. in Psychology (2024)

B.A. – National Post Graduate College (2022)

Class XII – Central Academy Senior Secondary School (2019)

Class X – Stella Maris School (2017)