Snehavi Kancharla

A dedicated and empathetic Behavioural Health Sciences graduate with hands-on clinical and community experience across mental health advocacy, child development therapy, and counselling settings. Adept at building therapeutic rapport, communicating complex information to diverse audiences, and applying evidence-based approaches with cultural sensitivity. Driven by a deep commitment to client-centred care and social impact, with a strong foundation in research and a passion for advancing mental health awareness.

Clinical Psychology Training Intern at Socially Souled (2025-11 – 2025-12)

• Gained practical exposure to clinical psychology principles in a structured training environment
• Applied assessment and intervention techniques under professional supervision

Student Intern – Counselling Observation at Symbiosis Centre for Emotional Well-Being (SCEW), Symbiosis International University (2025-02 – 2025-05)

• Observed and assisted a practising counsellor in a real clinical setting over three months
• Developed insight into therapeutic rapport-building, intervention techniques, and safe-space creation for clients
• Enhanced communication skills, mindfulness, and clinical confidence through direct exposure to diverse client cases
• Reinforced commitment to compassionate, client-centred mental health practice

Student Intern – Child Development at Jyothi Development Centre (2024-05 – 2024-06)

• Participated in therapy sessions addressing cognitive, motor, and language development in children
• Observed individualised therapeutic approaches and the importance of patience and adaptability
• Engaged with parents through structured interviews to understand family dynamics and home support strategies
• Gained practical understanding of bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world therapeutic application

Student Intern – Mental Health & Community Outreach at Y4D Foundation (2024-02 – 2024-04)

• Conducted mental health awareness sessions for fifth- and sixth-grade students
• Assisted with a blood test drive for intellectually disabled individuals
• Created project proposals focused on menstrual and sexual hygiene education for tribal women and girls
• Planned a social media calendar and authored impact reports on ecological development initiatives
• Developed a script for a mental health awareness video on burnout and stress management

BSc in Behavioural Health Sciences – Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (2026)

Higher Secondary Certificate in Classes XI–XII – St. Ann's High School (2022)

Secondary School Certificate in UKG–Class X – Ramadevi Public School (2020)