Batul Lehri
Counselling Psychology postgraduate with experience in teaching, counselling, psychological assessment, and research
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Counselling Psychology postgraduate with experience in teaching, counselling, psychological assessment, and research. Delivered undergraduate lectures and mental health seminars, with a focus on translating psychological theory into engaging, real-world learning experiences. Possess 100+ hours of supervised one-on-one counselling experience, including pro bono work with adults presenting concerns related to anxiety, emotional regulation, self-esteem, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties.
Experienced in working with children and adolescents in school and NGO settings through counselling and psychosocial support initiatives. Trained in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, with a published research paper and a master's dissertation examining cognitive and emotional processes among undergraduate students.
Experience
Peer Facilitator - Human Development & Sociology of Development - Maniben Nanavati Women's College - Mithibai College, Mumbai, India
(2024-01 - 2024-01)
- Delivered undergraduate-level lectures on Human Development and Sociology of Development to SYBA students under faculty supervision.
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with course objectives.
- Facilitated classroom discussions and employed interactive teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and conceptual understanding.
- Coordinated with faculty members to ensure academic accuracy and effective content delivery
Workshop Series on Caregiver Fatigue and Reclaiming Self - KDN Shruti School - KDN Shruti School, Mumbai
(2025-03 - 2025-03)
- Co-designed and implemented a six-session psychoeducational intervention for 15 mothers of children with hearing impairments from underserved communities.
- Developed pre- and post-intervention assessment tools to evaluate participant needs and program outcomes.
- Facilitated psychoeducational sessions on self-awareness, emotional identification, self-care, social support, and caregiver well-being through experiential learning techniques.
- Designed and led creative therapeutic activities.
Career Counselling & Assessment (Academic/Practicum-Based Experience) - Mithibai College of Arts
- Conducted career counselling sessions for students (Grades 10 & 12), supporting stream and career decision-making
- Administered and interpreted psychological assessments including: Interest inventories (SDS), Aptitude/ability tests (DBDA), Personality assessments (HSPQ, 16PF), IQ assessments (BKT, WAIS).
- Assisted students in identifying strengths, interests, and suitable career pathways
- Communicated insights and recommendations effectively to students (and where relevant, parents)
Seminar Presenter - Social Anxiety Disorder - Mithibai College - Mithibai College
(2023-08 - 2023-08)
- Designed and delivered a psychoeducational seminar on Social Anxiety Disorder for higher secondary students.
- Presented symptomatology, risk and causal factors, early identification, and evidence-based support strategies.
- Facilitated student engagement and discussion to promote mental health awareness and help-seeking behaviour among adolescents.
Associate Teacher - Tickle Right
(2022-12 - 2023-05)
- Facilitated right-brain based learning sessions for children aged 18 months to 7 years.
- Conducted structured activities to enhance memory, concentration, sensory processing, and early cognitive skills.
- Engaged parents in understanding developmental milestones and learning techniques.
- Assisted in classroom planning and implementation of early learning modules.
School Counselling Intern - St Xavier's High School - St Xavier's High School, Mumbai, India
(2026-01 - 2026-03)
- Conducted individual counselling sessions for middle and secondary school students addressing emotional, behavioural, social, and academic concerns.
- Conducted screening and assessment for students using standardized psychological tools.
- Applied CBT, play-based techniques, and behavioural intervention plans
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and school administration for holistic student support.
- Collaborated with school leadership to design workshops for teachers on classroom management and self-regulation strategies.
Counselling Intern - Spark A Change Foundation (NGO) - Spark A Change Foundation (NGO), Mumbai, India
(2026-01 - 2026-03)
- Designed and implemented skill-building activities targeting pre-writing, fine motor, and gross motor development.
- Identified developmental deficits and created individualized intervention plans.
- Used play-based and activity-oriented strategies to enhance attention, self-regulation, and classroom readiness.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to monitor developmental progress and reinforce skills at home and school.
Counselling Intern - Hasanat High School - Hasanat High School, Mumbai, India
(2025-07 - 2025-09)
- Worked with concerns like ADHD, learning disability, and self-esteem.
- Developed SEL-based lesson plans for students.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions and assisted with developmental milestones in Pre-Primary.
- Designed and monitored intervention plans.
Psychiatric OPD Intern - Manas Neuropsychiatry Hospital - Manas Neuropsychiatry Hospital, Jalgaon, India
(2025-05 - 2025-06)
- Conducted initial intake sessions with the client and their caregivers to gather case history, MSE, and relevant background information and participated in clinical case discussions.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology (Counselling) - Maniben Nanavati Women's College (2024-07 - 2026-04)
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - Mithibai College of Arts (2021 - 2024)
