Payal Ahuja

MA Psychology graduate from K.C. College with training in clinical psychology, counselling, psychological assessment, psychoeducation, and research. Experienced in working with psychiatric populations, young adults, and children in conflict with law across hospital and community settings. Committed to trauma-informed, ethical, and justice-oriented mental health practice.

Counselling Intern - Seedling Foundation

(2026-04 - 2026-05)

• Conducted case histories, psychological assessments, counselling under supervision using solution focussed principles.
• Facilitated group sessions, psychoeducation workshops, classroom interactions, and maintained clinical documentation.

Clinical Psychology Intern - Regional Mental Hospital, Thane - Thane

(2025-08 - 2026-02)

• Conducted case history taking, psychological assessments, and clinical documentation.
• Observed psychiatric consultations and supported counselling for inpatient populations.

Psychology Trainee - K.C. College

(2025-03 - 2025-04)

• Conducted four supervised counselling sessions with case formulation and session planning.
• Administered psychological assessments and maintained detailed clinical records.

Psychology Associate (Research) - Tata Memorial Hospital

(2025-05 - 2025-05)

• Assisted in transcription of structured interviews within a psycho-oncology research project.
• Developed understanding of psychosocial concerns in medical settings.

Social Media Manager & Content Creator - Couch N' Compass

(2026-02 - 2026-05)

• Created evidence-based psychoeducational content on mental health.
• Supported workshop facilitation, outreach, and community engagement initiatives.

M.A. - Psychology - K.C. College, Mumbai (2024 - 2026)

B.A. - Psychology - K.C. College, Mumbai (2021 - 2024)