Kimaya Ghatkar

A dedicated and empathetic Clinical Psychology postgraduate with hands-on experience across psychiatric hospitals, child welfare institutions, and community counseling settings. Skilled in psychological assessment and case formulation. Brings a strong academic foundation in research and a genuine passion for advancing mental health care in India.

Student Clinical Fieldwork Intern - Spandana Nursing Home - Bengaluru

(2025-12 - 2026-04)

• Observed and supported patient care across OPD, IPD, and ECT settings within an active psychiatric unit.
• Conducted structured follow-up sessions to monitor client progress and continuity of care.
• Attended Alcohol Prevention Counseling sessions and participated in in-depth case discussions with supervisors.

Student Intern - Dongri Children's Home, Ashiyana Foundation - Mumbai

(2026-01 - 2026-01)

• Provided psychosocial support to CNCP girls (Children in Need of Care and Protection) through structured individual and group interventions.
• Designed tailored safety plans and crisis intervention strategies for at-risk youth.
• Facilitated group circles, psychoeducation workshops, and therapeutic activities to build resilience and trust.
• Prepared professional case reports and coordinated referrals to psychiatrists and residential institutions.
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team comprising counselors, doctors, and probation officers.
• Acquired working knowledge of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act and child rights frameworks.

Student Clinical Intern - Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College & General Hospital (LTMGH) - Sion, Mumbai

(2025-06 - 2025-06)

• Administered standardized psychological assessments including BKT, WAIS, and MMPI-II to diverse patient populations.
• Conducted detailed case histories and Mental Status Examinations (MSE) under clinical supervision.
• Attended and observed individual counseling sessions, Alcohol Anonymous group therapy, and ECT sessions.
• Participated in OPD and in-patient ward rounds, gaining exposure to acute psychiatric care.

Student Observer - NMMC Hospital Vashi - Navi Mumbai

(2023-12 - 2023-12)

• Shadowed healthcare professionals, building clinical observation and professional communication skills.
• Maintained strict adherence to patient confidentiality and professional ethics standards.

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology - Kristu Jayanti Autonomous College (2024 - 2026)

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - K. G.

Joshi Bedekar

College of Arts (Autonomous) (2023 - 2024)

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology - Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College (2023)

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - Arts - Ramnivas Ruia Junior College (2021)

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Udayachal High School (2019)