School Counsellor at ST. JOSEPH GLOBAL SCHOOL (Run by DMI Foundation Trust) (2025-10 – 2026-03)
Provided individual and group counselling to students addressing emotional, behavioral, and academic concerns. Conducted mental health awareness sessions and developed intervention plans.
- Provided individual and group counselling to students addressing emotional, behavioral, and academic concerns.
- Conducted mental health awareness sessions on stress management, bullying, self-esteem, and peer relationships.
- Identified students with learning, behavioral, and emotional difficulties and developed intervention plans.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and school management to support student well-being and progress.
- Maintained confidential case records and documentation in accordance with ethical guidelines.
- Assisted students in career guidance and academic planning through counselling and assessment tools.
- Organized seminars for teachers to enhance resilience, work life balance, communication, and coping skills.
- Conducted classroom sessions on various mental health and life skills topics for students.
School Counsellor (Concurrent Fieldwork) at ST. SEBASTIAN MATRICULATION HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL (2024-07 – 2024-12)
Provided one-on-one counselling to students addressing academic, emotional, and behavioural concerns. Delivered psychoeducation sessions and established a safe environment.
- Provided one-on-one counselling to students addressing academic, emotional, and behavioural concerns.
- Delivered psychoeducation sessions on mental health, stress management, and emotional regulation.
- Established a safe and supportive environment by building strong rapport with students.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized intervention strategies.
- Maintained accurate case records and ensured strict adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality.
Concurrent Fieldwork Intern at TTK HOSPITAL (T T RANGANATHAN CLINICAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION) (2025-01 – 2025-03)
Observed educational sessions on drug abuse, withdrawal symptoms, recovery processes. Gained exposure to group therapy sessions and therapeutic activities.
- Observed educational sessions on key topics such as drug abuse, withdrawal symptoms, recovery processes, and the Quit Tobacco Program.
- Gained exposure to group therapy sessions involving both clients and their family members, enhancing understanding of family dynamics in addiction recovery.
- Observed intake and assessment procedures to understand client evaluation and case history documentation.
- Observed the application of Animal-Assisted Therapy and its impact on client engagement and emotional well-being.
- Witnessed a range of therapeutic and recreational activities designed to support clients' recovery and social functioning.
- Volunteered in Nalam Thiruvizha (January 2025), a mental health awareness event organized by the hospital, contributing to public outreach and advocacy.
- Developed a foundational understanding of ethical practices, therapeutic boundaries, and professional conduct in a setting.
Summer Internship at NIRBHAYA COUNSELLING CENTRE (2024-04 – 2024-05)
Observed and documented clients' case progress systematically. Maintained strict confidentiality and participated in interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Observed and documented clients' case progress systematically, contributing to effective treatment planning.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all client communications and fostered a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team discussions to gain insight into complex psychosocial issues such as domestic violence, sexual abuse, harassment, and dowry-related concerns.
