Dia Upadhyay

Aspiring psychologist with a keen interest in human behavior and the mind-body connection. Skilled in communication and building rapport, with a strong desire to support mental well-being and apply psychological insight to enhance HR practices and employee experience.

Clinical Psychology Intern - Fortis Healthcare

(2025-07 - 2025-07)

• Clinical Psychology
• Case History
• Mental Status Examination
• Test Administration
• Psychological Assessments
• Observation
• Reflective Listening
• Group Therapy

Clinical psychology intern - Sir Ganga Ram City Hospital

(2025-06 - 2025-07)

Observing and interacting with patients with various mental health concerns and disorders. Taking detailed case histories and conducting mental status examination. Working closely with psychologists during psychological assessments and case discussion.

Building

Rapport with clients and understanding their concerns with empathy. Participate in clinical consultations and understand individualized care planning. Observe and administer psychological tests under supervision. Joining case discussions to better understand mental health conditions and treatment frameworks.

• Binet-Kamat Test of Intelligence (BKT)
• Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
• Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS)
• Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination
• NIMHANS Neuropsychological Battery
• Perceived Stress Scale
• Sentence Completion Test
• Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
• Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI)
• Beck Scale for Suicide Ideation (BSS)
• Auditory Verbal Learning Test (AVLT)
• Jacobson's Progressive Muscle Relaxation (JPMR)

Child Psychology Intern - Potentials Therapy Centre - New Delhi

(2024-06 - 2024-08)

Gained hands-on exposure to working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, developmental delays, learning difficulties, and social-communication disorders. Observed and analyzed individual and group therapy sessions for children aged 1.8 to 17 years, covering early intervention to adolescence.

• Researched and created therapy-aligned resources and teaching materials to support intervention strategies
• Monitored behavioral cues, emotional responses, and social interaction patterns during structured activities and life skills sessions
• Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions, including play therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to co-develop personalized, child-centric development plans
• Participated in psychoeducation sessions to assist families in adopting effective coping and communication strategies
• Contributed to building a nurturing, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment for children with diverse needs
• Rapport building
• Child psychology
• Group facilitation
• Observation
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Empathy

Clinical Psychology Intern - Batra Hospital & Medical Research Centre - New Delhi

(2023-06 - 2023-07)

Internship done under Psychiatrist DR. DHARMENDRA SINGH. Analyzed and observed various case studies through offline sessions. Studied client information recording (mental status examination & case history). Detailed observation of Personality disorders clients, Substance abuse clients & Anxiety patients. Evaluation of Obsessive-Compulsive disorder

• Understanding Psychological disorders
• Rapport Building
• Case History & Mental Status Examination
• Communication & Interpersonal Skill

Visitor - Jeevan Jyothi Old Age Home - Jaipur, Rajasthan

(2023 - 2023)

Engaged with elderly residents through interactive sessions and emotional support. Organized cognitive activities to promote mental stimulation and well-being. Contributed to creating a warm, respectful, and inclusive environment. Supported daily routines and encouraged social interaction through group discussions.

• Empathy
• Patience & Emotional Intelligence

Participant - Manipal University Jaipur

(2022 - 2022)

• Emotional expression
• Confidence building
• Public engagement
• Teamwork

Team Coordinator - Manipal University Jaipur

(2022 - 2023)

Cactus: Fashion & Perception Community (MUJ). Oversaw planning and execution of team activities, ensuring timely task completion. Delegated responsibilities and monitored team performance for optimal workflow. Fostered a collaborative and motivated team environment through effective communication. Acted as a key liaison between core leadership and working team to streamline operations.

• Task Coordination

M.Sc - Clinical Psychology - Manipal University Jaipur (2024 - 2026)

BA. Hons - Psychology - Manipal University Jaipur (2021 - 2024)

Intermediate - Humanities (Psychology, Economics, Entrepreneurship) - Chinmaya Vidyalaya