PLACEMENT Brochure 2017-19

SCHOOL OF HUMAN ECOLOGY MA Applied Psychology with specialization in Clinical Psychology & MA Applied Psychology with specialization in Counselling Psychology

Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai

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HEAR IT FROM THE DEAN ...... 3

COURSES ...... 4

FACULTY BYTES ...... 5-8

STUDENT PROFILES ...... 9-32

PLACEMENT & CONTACT US ...... 36 HEAR IT FROM THE DEAN

he fi rst National Mental Health Policy for India and researchers in an integrated way. Further was released in October 2014. The document developments towards a Direct Ph.D. in Clinical and Ttitled ‘New Pathways, New Hope’ recommended Counselling Practice are awaited. a strategic, integrated and holistic policy to mental The Master’s in Applied Psychology, with health. The vision of the policy was ‘to promote mental Specialisation in Counselling Psychology (earlier the health, prevent mental illness, enable recovery from MA in Counselling – up to 2013) and the Master’s mental illness, promote de-stigmatization and de- in Applied Psychology with Specialisation in Clinical segregation, and ensure socio-economic inclusion Psychology were introduced in 2013. of persons affected by mental illness by providing The Courses though have some distinct accessible, affordable and quality health and social components, have the underlying training in care to all persons through their life-span, within perspective building to understand society and a rights-based framework. The Master’s’ context of human development and behaviour, Programmes in Clinical and Counselling the infl uences on mental health and well- Psychology have attempted such a being, understanding mental health perspective right from their inception in problems, developing the requisite 2009 (Clinical one in 2013). attitudes, skills and behaviour in client- It is a decade now and we centered counselling, theories and skills have refl ected and revised our in psychotherapy and interventions, Programmes and continue to skill training in psychological better ourselves! We have assessment, ethical issues been offering short-term guiding mental health practice courses in Marriage and knowledge and skills in and Couple Therapy, quantitative and qualitative School Counselling, research. Field exposure and Career Counselling practice in the fi eld, refl ection (being offered this year), on self-professional stances collaborative courses in through the 4 Semesters and Special Education (with a month-long internship at the New Horizons), The Child end of the 4 Semesters forms Development Aide Training the core of fi eld practice. with the Ummeed Child The appreciations and positive Development Centre, Mumbai feedback we have received over the and more recently the Kevat years from employers tell us that we have Programme which is a Collaboration been moving in the right direction! We present of TISS (the School of Health Systems Studies, yet another batch of excellent students ready to enter Centre for Life Long Learning and SHE) with Tata the world of work and apply the knowledge and know- Memorial Hospital, Mumbai on a One-Year Diploma how in the fi eld! I wish them all the best in their future Program on Patient Navigation. The integrated M.Phil/ endeavors! Ph.D. programme in Applied Psychology (Clinical & Counselling Practice) was offered for the fi rst time in Dr. Rajani M. Konantambigi 2017. This course builds on the Boulder model and Professor, School of Human Ecology, incorporates practice, research and teaching and Tata Institute of Social Sciences, works towards developing mental health practitioners Mumbai.

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THE COURSES OFFERED (and their structure) COURSES COMMON TO BOTH PROGRAMMES Course Semester Credits Foundation Courses I 7 Choice based Credit Courses (2) II 4 (2+2) Counselling Process and Micro- I 4 skills

Personal and Interpersonal I and II 4 (2+2) Development of the Counsellor

Theoretical Approaches and I, II and III 8 (2+4+2) Techniques of Psychotherapy

Research Methods I and II 4 (2+2) Ethics in Counselling Practice II 2 Human Growth and Development III 2 Community Mental Health IV 2 Research Project Across all semesters 6

COURSES UNIQUE TO CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMME

Course Semester Credits Psychopathology I, II and III 8 (2+2+4) Psychological Assessment and II and III 4 (2+2) Diagnostics

Practicum (Field Work) Across all semesters 14 (2+4+4+4)

COURSES UNIQUE TO COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMME Course Semester Credits Understanding Psychological II 2 Problem with Practical

Psychological Assessment III 4 Elective course with practical III and IV 16 (8+8) (ﬁ eldwork)(Adult/Child)

Practicum (Field Work) I and II 8 (2+6)

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Theories and Techniques in Counselling and Psychotherapy t the centre of psychotherapy and counselling into account the infl uence of contextual factors. Apractice lies the theoretical model or approach The courses are designed and delivered in a of practice that the counsellor or therapist manner to cortically engage students with the adopts to guide their work and ensure theoretical principles and philosophical ideas positive outcome for clients. To help underlying different theoretical models students develop a therapeutic of psychotherapy, the research related approach to their counseling to the same and their application and psychotherapy practice to different client concerns and the M.A. Programs in Applied client groups. The faculty employs Psychology include three courses innovative techniques for assessment on ‘Theories and techniques in of student work in order to encourage psychotherapy and counselling’ and reward holistic learning. Using for a total of eight credits that are assignments, case discussions, class spread over the fi rst three semesters. exercises, and journal writing allows Over the three semesters, they cover students to seamlessly integrate theory, major schools of psychotherapy and counseling research, self - refl ection and practice. ranging from the traditional models through On completion of these courses, students the contemporary approaches that begin to have an advanced knowledge of the theories and integrate the impact of socio-cultural realities and techniques of major psychotherapy approaches incorporate creative and expressive methods. The and are able to formulate an initial personal theory courses help students learn to conceptualize client of counseling from which to build as they transition concerns, create intervention plans, and develop into professional practice. therapeutic skills and techniques to manage a range of client concerns. There is a focus on Dr. Chetna Duggal evidence based psychotherapy models and their Assistant Professor, School of Human Ecology, application with individuals, couples and families, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, across a range of psychological disorders, taking Mumbai.

Psychopathology he Psychopathology course is offered various etiological theories of mental disorders and Texclusively to M.A. Applied Psychology applying them in the formulation of treatment - Clinical Specialization students, and plans. The students are trained to use the stretches over the ﬁ rst three semesters. internationally accepted DSM V and ICD The objectives of this course include: 10 coding systems, and they practice (i) understanding the concepts of the skills they learn in the course in normality and abnormality, (ii) their respective ﬁ eld work settings learning to recognize and elicit as part of their practical training. psychiatric signs and symptoms through observation and history- Dr. Danielle Pereira taking, (iii) learning the diagnostic Assistant Professor, criteria for different mental disorders School of Human Ecology, Tata and the skills to differentially diagnose Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai. between them, and (iv) understanding

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Research Component for MA Applied Psychology esearch is an important part of the MA Applied process from the stage of preparing a proposal to RPsychology programs of the School of Human the fi nal document that is submitted. The proposal Ecology. This is in line with the other MA programs presentation is in the second semester, after which of the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. Students the preparation of the tools and the pilot study are are grounded in basic concepts of research done. Students present the proposal to their methods and statistics in the fi rst two peers and to a panel of faculty members semesters of the program through three who offer critique on the proposal to refi ne taught courses. These courses include it further. Data collection is usually done a Foundation Course on Philosophy in the break between the second and of Research and two School-based third semesters. The third and the courses on research methods. The fourth semesters are when the curriculum introduces students to dissertation takes fi nal shape, with fundamentals that will stand them analysis of data and chapter writing, in good stead during the process bringing together the whole process. of the research dissertation. Along The thesis carries six credits of with introductions to qualitative and weightage, which are evaluated in quantitative approaches to research, three ways – the process, the product, students are given practice on developing and the viva voce exam. An examiner tools of data collection, such as interviews, external to the School conducts the fi nal viva questionnaires, and focus groups, among others. voce. A prize is awarded for the best dissertation, There is practice provided on data analysis – both decided by a jury of faculty members from outside quantitative and qualitative. Students are trained in the School of Human Ecology. data analytics packages such as SPSS and ATLAS-Ti. The dissertation is a testament to the work done The research process begins at the end of the by students and their faculty guides. fi rst semester when students identify areas of interest. These are honed through discussions Dr. Sujata Sriram, with faculty members. Each student works with Professor, School of Human Ecology, a designated faculty mentor, who scaffolds the TISS Mumbai

Psychological Assessments sychological assessments help psychologists groups, students are also encouraged to critically Pgain a comprehensive understanding of appraise debates related to the empirical validity an individual’s strengths and concerns in of projective tests, graphology, physiognomy domains such as intelligence, aptitude, and body language in assessing a person. personality and interpersonal Further, as part of the course, students relationships. This course aims to also learn the characteristics of a equip students with the ability to standardised psychometric assessment identify the need for assessment, tool, the process of test construction select an appropriate assessment as well as ethics and good practices of tool for a certain domain, carry out psychological testing. the administration and scoring of a test using standardised procedures, Dr. Sukanya Ray interpret the ﬁ ndings meaningfully and Assistant Professor, incorporate these in the counselling process. School of Human Ecology, In addition to learning about the different types of Tata Institute of Social Sciences, tests for children and adult individuals as well as Mumbai.

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Overview: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialization in Clinical Psychology) tudents from the Clinical Psychology are taught assessment, and therapy with individuals with Spsychopathology course that is based on DSM V diagnosable mental disorders, the students are also and distributed across the fi rst three semesters. These taught about prevention of mental illness, promoting courses cover in a comprehensive manner each overall mental health, and reaching out to communities disorder’s symptom profi le, differential diagnosis, especially in a course on Community Psychology etiological theories, and psychotherapy for and a parallel fi eldwork placement in non-clinical various presentations, especially as settings such as schools, NGOs, and residential seen in the Indian context. Besides facilities that cater to children with special the psychopathology courses, needs, children in confl ict with the law, Psychological Assessment course is addiction-related issues, geriatric concerns, taught across two semesters. These violence against women, and family two courses have a parallel fi eldwork counselling. This exposure provides them component for which students are with the skills to work with a wider population placed in psychiatry departments of with various needs. Fieldwork reports and different hospitals in Mumbai. During these weekly supervision sessions ensure student fi eldwork placements, they observe case history learning and evaluation during the coursework. Overall, taking, interact with clients and family members, the course prepares students to work in the fi eld of conduct cognitive and personality assessments, and psychology with a much broader lens of understanding also carry out individual and group psychotherapy mental illness and using culturally sensitive techniques sessions. The students receive regular supervision to deal with such issues in a variety of settings. from faculty and trained fi eld work supervisors for their fi eld work wherein they discuss cases and learn case Dr. Shalini Anant conceptualization and treatment along with their own Assistant Professor, School of Human Ecology, refl ections of cases. In addition to doing individual Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai Child Elective n the third and fourth semester, the Masters in by the course. Two days in a week for fi fteen weeks in IApplied Psychology - Specialization in Counselling one semester is dedicated to fi eldwork experience. Psychology students who choose to work with Students are placed in Schools, Community centers, children are offered the Course: Counselling Child focused intervention centers and Children Children, Adolescents and Parents in School OPD in hospitals, to give them a hands-on and other Settings. This course provides experience in the real world. Faculty supervised in-depth inputs for working with children individual and group conferences are done on and has two important parts to it. One a weekly basis to help the students convert is the classroom learning and the other the classroom learning into the fi eld. Case is the fi eldwork practice. The classroom conceptualizations, therapeutic frameworks, teachings focus on the children in workshops with children, teachers and their developmental contexts and parents, assessing needs and creating child looks at various developmental disorders. focused systems form a part of the student Training to see the child in varied contexts like home, learning. This course helps the student become school and with peers, being sensitive to the child’s profi cient in knowledge and skills related to children, dealing within these contexts and strengthening the adolescents, family and the systems in which they co- resources of stakeholders like parents, teachers and exist. other adult stakeholders is done in classes geared to build perspective. Adolescents and their growing Dr. Mamatha Shetty up challenges require sustained effort and specifi c Assistant Professor, School of Human Ecology, interventions tailored to their needs which is addressed Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai.

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Overview: Field work in M.A. Counseling Psychology ieldwork is a fundamental component encouraged to participate in practical learning Fof learning in the Counseling simultaneously with theoretical learning so that Psychology course. The objectives of they can incorporate their experiences into fi eldwork are to acquire two important their future attitudes and skills in practice. qualities: 1) practical competence Supervisors use individual and group and skills; and 2) a state of mind debriefi ng sessions with the students characterized by confi dence, providing them the opportunity to be motivation, and a sense of aware of issues and develop skills professional identity. Field-work relevant to their fi eldwork settings. In is introduced from the First the second semester, students are also Semester to provide students placed in a Psychiatric OPD of a hospital the opportunity to move the for four days as part of their course profession of counseling out of work of Understanding Psychological its theoretical boxes and historical Problems. There they are exposed to cases of beliefs into integrated practice. For the serious mental illnesses and are encouraged to fi rst two semesters, students are placed in different conceptualize and develop treatment interventions fi eld work settings like schools, hospitals, women in supervision through group discussions and shelter homes, NGOs and observation homes submissions of case reports. which provides them with the knowledge of on-fi eld realities which increases their effectiveness with Mr. Budhadeep Gondane clients and becomes a basis of their education Assistant Professor, School of Human Ecology, and development as a counselor. Students are Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai.

Adult Elective The students of Masters in Applied Psychology - of the older adults. Varied teaching methods such Specialization in Counselling Psychology as lectures, discussions, role plays and several are also offered an elective on working evaluation methods like case presentations, case with adults, couples and families write ups, thematic papers, are employed in the third and fourth semester. for a comprehensive assessment of Issues covered in this course theoretical knowledge and analytical and range from exploring family and practice skills. Field work is an essential couple interactions, work place component of this course. Agencies are contexts, substance abuse, carefully selected to complement class psychosocial and interpersonal room teaching. In the third semester issues of the elderly. The broad students are placed with agencies dealing aim is to sensitize students to family and couple confl icts and in the these issues and help them develop fourth semester with counselling centers effective interventions relevant to the and residential programs addressing issues of Indian context. Third semester deals with substance abuse and concerns of the elderly. Weekly history and evolution of family counselling, systems fi eldwork supervision by the faculty aims at personal theory, schools of family therapy, assessment and and professional development of the students thus hypothesization in family and couple counselling, ensuring a smooth transition from classroom to the techniques of family and couple counselling, issues fi e l d . of gender and power, domestic violence and legal frameworks for understanding family and couple Dr. Aparna Joshi disputes. Fourth semester deals with issues related Assistant Professor, School of Human Ecology, to substance abuse and psychosocial concerns Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai.

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AAVLEEN BAKSHI FIELDWORK: Tarasha, Thane Mental Hospital (Semester-1&2). Special Cell for Women and Children, Belapur (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Comparative study on Drive for Muscularity, body image and self esteem in adolescent males in Chandigarh and Khamano, Punjab. (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Psychiatry Department- Ivy Hospital, Mohali, Punjab: Clinical Intern. ● Maxpro Intellithon, Mohali, Punjab (Psychometric testing corporate): Research Intern.. Enrollment No.: M2017APCP030 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: D.O.B.: 21/07/1996 B.A. (H) Psychology, MCM DAV College for Women (Panjab University), Course: Masters’ in Applied Chandigarh. Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

ABHILASHA FIELDWORK: Muktangan (socio-emotional dept.), Lower Parel (Semester- 1&2) Bhartiya mahila federation, Thane (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: Romantic beliefs and intimacy ideas in emerging adults (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Zero waste management project by Krishnamurti Foundation India (KFI) : Volunteer (2016-17)

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: B. A. (H) Economics, Banaras Hindu University Enrollment No.: M2017APCP001 D.O.B.: 23/04/1995 Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

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ADITI MEHRA FIELDWORK: Shishuvan School, Matunga (Semester-1&2) Special Cell for Women and Children, Belapur (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● The Urge to Click the Next Episode: A New Behavioural Addiction? (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Recipient of the Centenary Decade Undergraduate Research Grant by University of Delhi for the project “Being a Mental Health Professional: A Psychological Enquiry. ● Binge Watching: A Road to Pleasure or Pain?

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Community outreach project titled ‘Psychological Aid for the Undertrials in Prisons’ at Tihar jail: Intern (2017) Enrollment No.: ● Make A Difference : Ed Support Volunteer (2014-16) M2017APCP002 ● MHF, India: Intern (June-July’15) D.O.B.: 18/10/1996 Course: Masters’ in Applied PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Psychology: Specialization in B. A. (H) Psychology , Indraprastha College for Women, Delhi University Counselling Psychology

AISHWARYA CHAWLA FIELDWORK: Thane Mental Hospital (Semester-1&2) Nair Hospital & Ummeed Child Development Center (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: Ritualizing Parenthood: Experiences of Primary Caregivers of Children diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

PREVIOUS: ● The Hidden Identity: Exploring Experiences of one of the youngest Transgender Woman in India ○ Paper Presentation: International Conference of Women Studies, Sri Lanka, 2018 ○ Publication: Intl. J. of Indian Psychology (2018) ● Understanding Emotional Regulation and Emotional Well-being amongst the Indian Youth ○ Paper Presentation: National Conference, Delhi University, 2016.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Enrollment No.: ● Fortis Hospital, Gurgaon: Intern (June 2015) M2017APCP003 ● Children First, Delhi: Intern (December 2014) D.O.B.: 30/09/1994 ● CanKids and AIIMS, Delhi: Intern (May- September 2014) Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. (Hons). Psychology, Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi

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ANUSHKA CHOUDHARY FIELDWORK: Kripa foundation, Bandra (Semester 1&2) Nair Hospital & Ummeed Child Development Center (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Sexting in Urban India: An exploration of Attitude and Motivation.

PREVIOUS: ● Social representation of friends with beneﬁ ts in the Indian context Paper presentation: Indraprastha College for Women, Delhi University

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Efterskole Welfare Society, Ladakh - Volunteer (August, 2016) ● LGB Regional Institute of Mental Health, Tezpur, Assam - Intern Enrollment No.: M2017APCP004 (July, 2015) D.O.B.: 26/10/1995 ● Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi - Observer. (December, 2014) Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. (H) Psychology, Indraprastha College for Women, Delhi University

AYYOOB FIELDWORK: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital, Sion (Semester- 1&2) Apnalaya- Centre for Prevention of Violence against Children and Women (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● Attitudes and Perception towards Religious Healing Practices of Mental Illness in Muslim community in Kerala (Present) Previous: ● Attitudes of college students towards Transgender people in Delhi. Enrollment No.: WORK EXPERIENCE: M2016APCP009 D.O.B.: 02/11/1992 ● Hum Hindustani (NGO), Delhi: Intern Course: Masters’ in Applied ● Tanal foundation, Kerala: Intern Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: B. A. (H) Psychology, Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi

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DEEKSHA DEV FIELDWORK: General Education Academy School, Chembur (Semester- 1&2) Stree Mukti Sanghatana, Family Counselling Center, Mumbra (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● In search of oneself: Non- Indian visitors visiting Indian spiritual communes for spiritual identity development (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Social Desirability: A consequence of self-esteem Published in BRICS Journal of Educational Research

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Organized women empowerment workshops under Women cell, Enrollment No.: PGGCG-42 in collaboration with Sanjh Jagori: Volunteer (2016-2018) M2017APCP007 D.O.B.: 06/10/1996 Course: Masters’ in Applied PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Psychology: Specialization in B. A. (H) Psychology, Post Graduate Government College For Girls Counselling Psychology Sector- 42, Chandigarh

DHWANI VOHRA FIELDWORK: Guru Nanak Mission High School, Andheri (Semester- 1&2) Nair Hospital & Ummeed Child Development Center (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● The association between Instagram usage, social comparison, and psychological health.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Human Resource department of Future Group on CSR project- AARA, for the empowerment of women: Intern ● Completed the NSS- Community Connect Fellowship (2014-15) under The Blue Ribbon Movement. Enrollment No.: M2017APCP027 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: D.O.B.: 18/01/1996 B.A. in Psychology (Major), from Jai Hind College, Mumbai University. Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

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DINSUNG HAGE FIELDWORK: Sanskar Public School, Thane (Semester- 1&2) Family Court, Bandra (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Experiences of counsellors working with Tobacco Use disorder in Arunachal Pradesh (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Psychiatric Department at Moolchand hospital, Delhi: Intern ● Art of Living International Ashram, Bangalore: Intern ● ‘Friendicoes- SECA: an animal based organisation for helping distressed stray animals’, Delhi: Volunteer

Enrollment No.: M2017APCP008 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: D.O.B.: 17/03/1996 B. A. (H) Psychology, Lady Shri Ram college, Delhi University Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

FIELDWORK: HENNA ZYADU General Education academy School, Chembur (Semester- 1&2) Orchids International School & Ummeed Child Development Centre (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Emotions at occupations - Case of teachers in Kerala (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Emotional labour and Job attitude among Bus Conductors ● A study on ‘Childhood institutionalization on Quality of life ● Emotional intelligence and Self - Regulation among Medical students Paper presentation at a UGC sponsored National Seminar

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● National Seminar on ‘ Psychological and physical ill-effects of substance abuse and Inﬂ uence of spirituality on addiction recovery’ sponsored by Enrollment No.: UGC: Organization Team Member (January 2016) M2017APCP009 ● Mar Athanasius Rehabilitation Centre and Special School, Ernakulam, D.O.B.: 12/04/1997 Kerala: Intern (November, 2016) Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: in Counselling Psychology BSc Psychology, M E S College, Marampally; Mahatma Gandhi University

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IPSITA MALAVIYA FIELDWORK: Sukh-shanti (Women’s shelter), Mankhurd (Semester- 1&2) Special Cell for Women and Children, Kandivali (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: Exploring the understanding of happiness in young adults (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: 1. Bhumi- a Delhi- based NGO to teach science, english and maths to underprivileged students from class 6th to 9th: Volunteer (2014-16) 2. Karma Centre for counselling and wellbeing, New Delhi: Intern (2015) 3. Innovation Project (UGC mandated)- work with children with learning disabilities and the impact of play and movement on their social and Enrollment No.: interpersonal skills: Intern (2015-16) M2017APCP010 4. Counsel to Secure Justice, New Delhi: Intern; worked with children D.O.B.: 17/01/1997 and families of sexual abuse to provide legal and psychosocial aid Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. (H) Psychology, Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi

FIELDWORK: ISHA MISRA Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel (Semester- 1&2) Society for Nutrition, Education, and Health Action (SNEHA), Dharavi (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● Understanding bullying and cyber-bullying from the lens of middle school children, across different socio-economic status. (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Prison(ed) Guards and their Experiences” - The phenomenological experiences of prison guards in Delhi. (Previous)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Delhi Psychiatric Centre in COSMOS Hospital, Delhi: Observer intern (December, 2014- January, 2015 & June- July, 2015) ● Production’s Project PUKAAR, for raising funds for Kashmir Flood Enrollment No.: victims: Volunteer M2017APCP011 ● Psychiatry department of Fortis Hospital, Noida: Observer intern (2016) D.O.B.: 23/03/1996 ● Make A Difference: Volunteer (2014- 2017) Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. (H) Psychology, Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi

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FIELDWORK: Kripa Foundation, Bandra (Semester- 1&2) JASMINE SAROSH Nair Hospital & Ummeed Child Development Center (Semester- 3) KHAN RESEARCH: ● Facilitative factors and barriers: The process of caregiving for children with autism spectrum disorder (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Relationship between body image and psychological well-being in sojourn college students

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Teacher for children in Angels Orphanage, Bangalore: Volunteer (2013- 2014) ● Little Sisters of the Poor (old age home), Bangalore: Volunteer (December 2015- March 2017) Enrollment No.: ● Human Resources Department, Deloitte, Bangalore: Intern (March 2016) M2017APCP012 ● Spastic Society of Karnataka, Bangalore: Intern (October 2016) D.O.B.: 03/10/1995 ● Stepping Stones Center, Bangalore: Volunteer (October 2017) Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. (H) Psychology, Christ University, Bangalore

LEHAR MALHOTRA FIELDWORK: Sukh-Shanti- Shelter Home for Women, Mankhurd (Semester- 1&2) Child Learning Centre ,Community setting, M-ward, Indira Nagar & Ummeed Child Development Centre (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Experiences of Music Therapists in India (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Exploring the Relationship between Empathy and Prosocial Behaviour. (Previous)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Department of Mental Health at Max Hospital, Saket: Observer intern Enrollment No.: M2017APCP024 (2016) D.O.B.: 28/01/1996 ● Organized several Art of Living Youth Empowerment Workshops Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: in Counselling Psychology B.A. (H) Psychology, Ambedkar University Delhi

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MITALI MATHUR FIELDWORK: Vatsalaya Foundation (Semester-1&2) Family Court, Bandra (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Work, Well-being and Happiness among Young Adults. (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Human Resource Department of Whirlpool India Ltd.(Live project- to study the career paths of the Graduate engineer trainees): Intern (2016) ● Human Resource Department of Hindustan Computers Ltd.: Intern (2016) ● Startup Leadership (A program designed for Startup founders and Enrollment No.: entrepreneurs): Marketing Intern. M2017APCP013 ● Indian Cancer Society: Volunteer D.O.B.: 11/04/1996 Course: Masters’ in Applied PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Psychology: Specialization in B.A.(Psychology and Economics), Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Counselling Psychology Delhi University.

POOJA TIWARI FIELDWORK: Vinay High School, Chembur (under Teach For India) (Semester- 1&2) Nair Hospital & Ummeed Child Development Centre (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: Current ● Non-Suicidal Self Injury - Indian Parents’ attitudes and beliefs Previous ● Self-help Books - An In-depth Exploration Paper presented at BPA Annual Conference, 2016

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Mumbai Mirror for Kaleidoscope Fest (Sophia College for Women): Photography Representative (2014-’17) ● Photography intern and published artist at Vogue India, 2016 Enrollment No.: M2017APCP014 ● Photography head at TEDxTISS 2017 D.O.B.: 15/06/1997 Course: Masters’ in Applied PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Psychology: Specialization in B. A. Psychology (Major), Sophia College for Women, Mumbai University Counselling Psychology

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PRADNYA BANSODE FIELDWORK: Chembur Naka School (under Teach For India) (Semester- 1&2) Bhartiya Mahila Federation, Thane (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● Teacher’s Perception towards counselors in government schools (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Dalit Girl’s Education: A study of School drop-outs in a Municipal corporation School, Pune. ● Primary and Secondary Education: Rethinking Policy and Practice Paper presented at “ Ideas, People and Inclusive Education in India Today” conference held at TISS, Mumbai

WORK EXPERIENCE: Enrollment No.: ● Ambedkar Memorial Lecture Series in TISS Tuljapur: Volunteer M2017APCP029 ● National Rural Youth Festival in TISS Tuljapur: Volunteer D.O.B.: 08/05/1995 ● Project Koshish, TISS Mumbai: Intern Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. in Social Sciences, TISS Tuljapur

RACHITA SETHI FIELDWORK: Vinay High School, Chembur (under Teach For India) (Semester- 1&2) Stree Mukti Sanghatana, Family Counselling Center, Vashi (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● Wellbeing of women police personnel in Odisha. (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Stress in police ofﬁ cers of Ganjam, Odisha.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Anjali- International children festival: Volunteer (2015)

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Enrollment No.: M2017APCP015 B. A. (H) Psychology, Utkal University, Odisha D.O.B.: 07/08/1997 Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

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SALMA SOREN FIELDWORK: Vatsalya trust (centre for destitute children), Sanpada, Navi Mumbai (Semester- 1&2) Nair Hospital & Ummeed Child Development Center (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Ethical dilemma and resolution of the same amongst the trainee counsellors. (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Bharat Calling (NGO), Madhya Pradesh: Volunteer ● Part of a pilot project named “Shiksha-ka-Sawal” at MKSS, Rajasthan: Volunteer Enrollment No.: M2015APCP020 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: D.O.B.: 24/02/1994 B.A. in Social Sciences, TISS Tuljapur Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

SANJANA MITRA FIELDWORK: Chembur Naka School (under Teach For India) (Semester- 1&2) Stree Mukti Sanghatana, Family Counselling Center, Parel (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● Perception of Emotional Abuse in emerging adulthood (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Little sisters of the Poor, Kolkata: Volunteer ● NRS medical college and hospital, Kolkata: Volunteer

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: BSc (H), Psychology, Bethune College, Calcutta University Enrollment No.: M2017APCP016 D.O.B.: 11/08/1995 Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

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SHREYAS JOSHI FIELDWORK: N.G. Acharya & D.K. Marathe College, Chembur (Semester- 1&2) Stree Mukti Sanghatana, Family Counselling Centre, Chembur (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Life events, Self-Differentiation and Outcome Expectancies that inﬂ uence Student’s Use of Substances. (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Emotional Intelligence and Marital Adjustment

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Web and Graphic designing: Freelance work (2013) Enrollment No.: M2017APCP017 ● Smartbrick (Marketing): Co-Founder and Creative Head (2014-2016) D.O.B.: 21/12/94 Course: Masters’ in Applied PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Psychology: Specialization in B.A. Psychology, CHM College, Mumbai University Counselling Psychology

SHRINIDHI DESHMUKH FIELDWORK: B. A. R. C. Hospital, Chembur (Semester- 1&2) Family Court, Thane (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Experiences of Male Psychotherapists in India: Impact, Challenges and Self-Care strategies (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Comparative study of Stress levels among professionals directly dealing with humans and professionals indirectly dealing with humans.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Marathi daily ‘Maharashtra Times’: College Club reporter (2016- ‘17) Enrollment No.: M2017APCP018 D.O.B.: 06/06/1996 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Course: Masters’ in Applied Bachelor of Arts (B. A.), L. A. D. College for Women, Nagpur Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

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SNEHAL SARAF FIELDWORK: Muktangan schools (Semester- 1&2) Special Cell, Dadar (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Happiness and Wellbeing among Never Married Women. (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE/ VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE (IF ANY): ● Tiljila Shed NGO, Kolkata: Volunteer (2016) ● Indian Institute of Cerebral Palsy, Kolkata: Intern (2015). ● ‘Share Stories Open Minds-The PeaceWorks Storytelling project’ at the Seagull Foundation, Kolkata: Volunteer (2013-14)

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Enrollment No.: M2017APCP019 B.A. (H) Psychology, Loreto college, Kolkata D.O.B.: 27/10/1995 Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

SRISHTI JAITLEY FIELDWORK: Tata Memorial Hospital, Parel (Semester- 1&2) Child Learning Centre ,Community setting, M-ward, Indira Nagar & Ummeed Child Development Centre (Semester- 3)

RESEARCH: ● Study the process of resilience formation in orphan adults (Current)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Human Resource department of NTPC: Intern ( June 2015 and June 2016) ● Mount Abu Public School, Delhi: Intern

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Enrollment No.: M2017APCP026 B.A. (H) Applied Psychology, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University D.O.B.: 19/02/1996 of Delhi. Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in Counselling Psychology

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FIELDWORK: SUHASINI RAINA Acharya Marathe College, Chembur (Semester 1&2) Apnalaya(Semester 3)

RESEARCH: ● Discerning Kashmiriyat: psychosocial impacts of Biculturalism (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Home, Hearth and Hope: exploring psychosocial dimensions of experience of IDP in kashmiri hindus. Published. ● Innovation Project- bringing together chemistry and psychology. Examining the psychological implications of chemicals used in chemistry labs. ● Effect of Music on Learning, Paper presented at Psyﬁ esta, Gargi College, DU.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Make a Difference, Delhi Chapter: Ed Support Volunteer ● Mental Health Foundation, India. Enrollment No.: ● Inspiration- NGO working for kids with developmental needs M2017APCP020 ● Heritage School, Delhi: Observer intern D.O.B.: 18/02/1996 ● Aarvee Idealabs (a delhi- based startup): Intern Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. (Hons.) in Applied Psychology, Gargi College, Delhi University

FIELDWORK: SWATI AGARWAL Vatsalya Foundation (Semester- 1&2) Society for Nutrition, Education, and Health Action (SNEHA), Govandi (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● Body Image : Narratives of Female Sex Workers (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Exploring Attachment Styles and Creativity in Mood and Anxiety Disorders

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Travescend Pvt. Ltd. (Travel Startup) : Cofounder ● BloodConnect Foundation: Volunteer (Media manager and college head) ● Initiative for Mental Health Awareness India (IMHAI): Volunteer (Youth Crusader) Enrollment No.: ● Human Resource Management at Hero MotoCorp. Pvt Ltd.: Intern M2017APCP021 ● Fortis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.: Clinical Psychology Interns D.O.B.: 23/11/1994 ● Asha Healthcare: Counselling Psychology Externship Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: in Counselling Psychology B.A. (H) in Applied Psychology, Gargi College, Delhi University

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VAISHNAVI PAL FIELDWORK: Guru Nanak Mission School, Andheri (Semester- 1&2) Society for Nutrition, Education, and Health Action (SNEHA), Dharavi (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: ● Relationship between Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Adverse Childhood Experiences (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● Mobile phone addiction in youth(girls)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Regional Mental Hospital, Nagpur: Intern Enrollment No.: ● Psychology fest- Organised by Psychiatry Organisation of Nagpur: M2017APCP022 D.O.B.: 08/03/1996 Volunteer Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology Bachelor of Arts (B. A.), L. A. D. College for Women, Nagpur

FIELDWORK: VIBHUTI PANT Sanskar Public School (Semester 1&2) Orchids International School & Ummeed Child Development Centre (Semester-3)

RESEARCH: Unravelling the link between trauma, substance use and resilience (Current)

PREVIOUS: ● A Comparative Study of Pattern of Stress and Intelligence among Children Living with Family and in Orphanage ● Attitude of Indian Youth Towards Homosexuality (co-author) Paper presented at seminars in Delhi University. Publication: International Journal of Indian Psychology (2016) ● The Grass is Not Always Greener on the Other Side: A Study on Male Marginalization and Victimization

WORK EXPERIENCE: Enrollment No.: ● Psychology seminar by National Academy of Psychology: Volunteer M2017APCP023 ● National Conclave on Mental Health in AIIMS: Crew Member D.O.B.: 03/12/1995 ● AADI, LFT (NGOs): Intern; Volunteer Course: Masters’ in Applied Psychology: Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Counselling Psychology B.A. (H). Applied Psychology, Vivekananda College, Delhi University

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AANCHAL NARANG FIELDWORK: Clinical Psychology intern at Cooper hospital, Juhu (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current: Companion choice in homosexual men and their mental health concerns. Previous: The bystander effect and its role on eve teasing, with regard to locations which are neutral and ones which evoke morals.

WORK EXPERIENCE : ● Conducts training for debates, public speaking, gender and sexuality at Jamnabai Narsee School, Somaiya college, Jai Hind college and Emanant minds (2012-2018) ● Make a wish foundation: Volunteer 2016 Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP001 D.O.B.: 18.10.93 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Course: M.A. in Applied Bachelor of Arts ( Psychology ), Mithibai College of Arts Mumbai Psychology (Specialization in Clinical Psychology)

ADITYA AGARWALA FIELD WORK: King Edward Memorial hospital (KEM), Lower Parel (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current- Correlates between meditational outcomes and personality variables. (Masters thesis) Previous - “Do pitch and space share a common code?”

WORK EXPERIENCE: Research Assistant at CogSci lab, IIIT Hyderabad

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: M.Sc in Physics (Hons) + B.Tech Mechanical (Hons) at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP002 D.O.B.: 12.05.1994 Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specialization in Clinical Psychology)

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ANANTA KHARE FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology Intern at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital, Sion, Mumbai (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Studying the inﬂ uence of Parental involvement on the Theory of Mind of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Intern- The Child and Adolescent Clinic, Moolchand MedCity Hospital, Delhi ● Research Assistant- Cross cultural study on the Development of Prosocial and Helping Behaviours in Children from different contexts- India, China, Netherlands. Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP003 ● Intern- SOCH India, Gurgaon (Occupational Therapy Centre) D.O.B.: 16.9.1996 Course: M.A. in Applied PREVIOUS COURSE ATTENDED AND COLLEGE: Psychology (Specialization B.A (H) Psychology Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University in Clinical Psychology)

DEEPIKA EASWARAN FIELD WORK: Intern, Department of Psychiatry - Cooper Hospital (3 semesters) RESEARCH: Current: Utility of ‘Ecological Momentary Assessment’ in Depression. Previous: Differences in the knowledge of ADHD among school teachers on the basis of teaching experience.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Tech Mahindra, Chennai - HR Intern ● Crea-Shakthi: Facilitator of Theatre Skills for Children ● Vidyasagar: Teaching Assistant ● Child Developmental Centre: Teaching Assistant ● Element H PSS: Clinical Psychology Intern ● Sishu Vikas Trust: Facilitating Socio-Emotional Skills for Marginalised Enrollment No.: Children M2017APCLP005 ● ‘DEMCARES’ by SCARF: Home Visit Volunteer for PwDementia D.O.B.: 02.08.1996 Course: MA Applied PREVIOUS COURSE & COLLEGE: Psychology (Specialisation B.Sc Psychology (H), Women’s Christian College, Chennai in Clinical Psychology)

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KANAK KATARIA FIELD WORK: Intern, Department of Psychiatry, LTMG Hospital, Mumbai (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Ongoing: Psychological Correlates of Type 1 Diabetes Management in India.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Psychology intern at Manas Foundation (May-June 2016) ● Pratiti Fellow at People for Parity (July- October 2015)- Part of action project focused on creating safe spaces for discussing LGBTQIA issues in University/College spaces ● Volunteer at Make a Difference (December 2014-June 2016)- Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP006 Responsible for academic support, enhancing psychosocial awareness D.O.B.: 29.09.1996 and mentoring of children and adolescents. Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specialization PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: in Clinical Psychology) B.A. (H)- Psychology; Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi

MOKSHA MISKEEN FIELD WORK: Clinical psychology intern at Department of psychiatry, Dr. R. N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital, Vile Parle (3 semesters) RESEARCH: Current- Understanding the role of habituation and dishabituation on the experience of love in romantic relationships. Previous - Examining the phenomenon of procrastination and its correlates. - Happiness, Women and Ageing- A comparative study of middle age and old age women.

WORK EXPERIENCE ● Bal Sahyog, New Delhi- assisting In house counsellor and teaching. ● Dr. A.V Baliga memorial trust, New Delhi - Child protection and Family counseling centres. Enrollment No.: ● Make A Difference, New Delhi- Ed support volunteer MA2017APCLP007 ● Tihar Jail - Community outreach project to provide psychological aid for D.O.B.: 24.11.1995 the undertrials in prison. Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specialization PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: in Clinical Psychology) B.A (H) psychology, Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi

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NEHA BANIK FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology Intern at Dr. D.Y. Patil Hospital (3 Semesters)

RESEARCH: Current: Experiencing Qawwali: Self-Transformation of the Qawwal and the Follower Past: Internet Addiction: A study of its relevant correlates - Narcissism, Alexithymia and General Health

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Psychology intern at Iswar Sankalpa NGO in Kolkata

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: B.A. (H) in Psychology from Loreto College, University of Calcutta Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP008 D.O.B.: 15.05.1996 Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specialization in Clinical Psychology)

POOJA RAJENDRA DHEPE FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology Intern at K.J.Somaiya Ayurvihar Hospital. Research

RESEARCH: “Emotional Intelligence, stress and coping mechanism among Government Medical Practitioner”

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Bachelors’ of Art from Government Vidarbha Institute of Science and Humanities (G.I.V.S.H.), Amravati.

Enrollment No.: M2017apclp022 D.O.B.: 17.05.1996. Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology Specialization in Clinical Psychology

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PRANAAMYA FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology Intern- Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital, Sion, Mumbai (1st and 2nd semester) Clinical Psychology Intern- Department of Psychiatry, D.Y. Patil Hospital, Nerul (3rd semester)

RESEARCH: Exploring Inhibitory Control in Young Monks and Controls.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Intern: Department of Mental Health at Fortis, Noida. (July 2015) ● Volunteered at I-India, a child welfare center. (July 2016) ● Cadet at 1 RAJ AIR SQN NCC. (2014-17) Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP009 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: D.O.B.: 7.11.1996 Maharani’s College, Jaipur. BSc (Chemistry, Zoology and Psychology). Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specialization in Clinical Psychology)

PRANESH KRISHNA FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology Intern, Department of Psychiatry, D.Y. Patil Hospital, Nerul (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current: An exploratory study of mental health training of paraprofessional counselors in India. Previous: Correlates of Activism and Radicalism: Conﬁ rming the conveyor belt metaphor - Research Paper presented: Role of hardships in inner growth and resilience development.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Mental Health Foundation (India) ● Intern for the Summer Internship program (2015) ● Project Coordinator for Community Mental Health project (2015 -2016) Enrollment No.: ● Clinical incharge for CMH project (January 2017- March 2017) M2017APCLP010 ● Organizing Member - National Conclave on Mental Health, WHO D.O.B.: 16.12.1995 (2015,2016); Summer Internship program (2016) Course: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation PREVIOUS COURSE & COLLEGE: in Clinical Psychology) B.A. (H) Psychology; Zakir Husain Delhi College, University of Delhi

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PRIYA AHLUWALIA FIELD WORK: Clinical psychology intern at the Department of Psychiatry, Somaiya Hospital (3 months) - Clinical psychology intern at the Department of Psychiatry, Rajawadi Hospital (9 months)

RESEARCH WORK: Current : Understanding the journey’s of women who have undergone female genital cutting (Khatna) Previous : Research papers presented: ● Correlates of Social Media Activity amongst College youth ● Personality, Passion and Aggression in student politics ● Relationship between parenting styles and self esteem in adolescents. ● Role of exercise in the perception of stress and academic achievement.

WORK EXPERIENCE Enrollment No.: ● Special education teacher : Anugrah Sikhsha Kendra, Chandigarh (1 year) M2017APCLP023 ● Content contributor : Sahiyo, Mumbai (7 months) D.O.B.: 1.03.1996 ● Fundraising intern : Make a Difference , Chandigarh(1 year) Course: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Clinical Psychology) B.A.(H) Psychology, MCM DAV College for Women, P.U, Chandigarh

SANCHI LOKHANDE FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology Intern at the Department of Psychiatry, D.Y. Patil Hospital, Nerul (3 semesters).

RESEARCH: Ongoing - Therapists’ Perspective on Extradyadic Involvement in marital relationships.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Conducted one-day workshop on Conﬂ ict Resolution at Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai.

PREVIOUS COURSE & COLLEGE: B.A. Psychology, Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai. Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP011 D.O.B.: 25.11.1996 Course: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation in Clinical Psychology)

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SANIYA SIDHU FIELD WORK: King Edward Memorial Hospital, Parel (2 semesters), Somaiya Hospital (1 semester)

RESEARCH: Current Dissertation Topic: Negotiations between sexual and family identity in LGQ Individuals Previous Research: A Study of Adults’ Attitude towards Women in Relation to Ethics, Personality and Narcissism, Feminism and Women’s Leadership: An Analysis of how feminism has crept into the ﬁ elds of psychology, economics and politics.

WORK EXPERIENCE: Volunteer- Society for Indian Children’s Welfare, Kolkata Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP012 D.O.B.: 12.11.1995 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Course: MA in Applied B.Sc Psychology (H), Loreto College, University of Calcutta Psychology (Specialisation in Clinical)

SANJANA CHOUDHARY FIELD WORK: Clinical psychology intern at Department of Psychiatry, Sion hospital (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current : Mastectomy through a psychological lens

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Project Core Member, Connecting dreams foundation. ● One month rural internship on ICS schemes at Jatan Sansthan, Udaipur ● Intern- Absolute mental peace and Harmony

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP013 B.A. (H) Psychology, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi DOB : 22.05.1996 Course : M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation in Clinical Psychology)

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SANJANA MISHRA FIELD WORK: K.J. Somaiya Hospital, Sion (E)

RESEARCH: Current: Exploring the nature and function of non-suicidal self-injury and its relation to depression Previous: Comparative Study of Middle Age and Old Age Women: On Happiness, Women and Ageing

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Clinical Observer: Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences Department, Max Super Specialty Hospital, Saket ● Project on Psychological Aid for Under Trial Prisoners: Tihar Jail ● Peer Education Program Volunteer, Rahi Foundation, New Delhi Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP014 D.O.B.: 28.04.1996 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Course: M.A. Applied B.A. (H) Psychology, Indraprastha College for Women, University of Psychology (Specialisation Delhi in Clinical Psychology)

SARAH AWUNGSHI FIELD WORK: Sarvodaya Hospital, Ghatkopar West

RESEARCH: Exploring ideas of gender and sexuality among North East Indian students living in Delhi (Masters Thesis)

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Volunteer for peer education program for child sexual abuse at RAHI, Delhi ● Intern at Council to Secure Justice, Delhi,

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: B.A. (H) Psychology, Indraprastha College for Women, University of Enrollment No.: Delhi MA2017APCLP015 D.O.B.: 18. 07.1996 Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specializing in Clinical Psychology)

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SHAHEEN KHAN FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology Intern at Department of Psychiatry at Rajawadi Hospital, Ghatkopar, Mumbai (3 semesters)

RESEARCH Current: Illness Experience of persons with depression from low socioeconomic status Previous: - Research paper on “Contemplating Morality through Panchtantra Tales”. - Research paper on “Menstruation myths and women in India”.

WORK EXPERIENCE ● Psychology Intern at PALS, Delhi ● Volunteer at Reach out & Pass it On foundation, Delhi, worked for the Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP016 cause of underprivileged children and education and skill development D.O.B.: 22.02.1996 also volunteered for various events organized by the same. Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specialization in PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Clinical Psychology) B.A (H) Psychology, I.P College for Women, University of Delhi

SHIVANI YADAV FIELD WORK: Clinical Psychology intern at Department of Psychiatry, Rajawadi Hospital (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current- Exploring the Impact of working with Child Sexual Abuse on therapists

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Tamanna, Delhi - intern ● Jatan Sansthan, Udaipur- intern ● Kailash Hospital, Noida- intern ● Absolute Mental Peace and Harmony, Noida - intern Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP017 PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: D.O.B.: 20.11.1997 B.A. (H) Psychology, Lady Shri Ram College for women, Delhi Course: M.A. in applied psychology with specialisation in clinical psychology

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SHREYA ZADE FIELD WORK: Currently working at Sarvodaya Hospital, Ghatkopar ( 3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Vicarious Trauma of the mental health professionals working with Women

PREVIOUS COLLEGE ATTENDED: B.A. Psychology, Fergusson college, Pune.

Enrollment No.: M2016APCLP022 D.O.B.: 15.04.1995 Course: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation in Clinical Psychology)

SONALI KADIAN FIELDWORK: Cooper Hospital, Vile Parle - 3 semesters, LTMG Hospital, Sion - 1 semester

RESEARCH: Current - Psychosocial concerns and well-being of adolescents who have witnessed interparental violence. Previous - How complexion of both the genders impacts your choice of partner for marriage in India.

WORK EXPERIENCE: 1 year - Intern (Child Psychologist) at Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi

PREVIOUS COURSE & COLLEGE: Enrollment No.: B.A. (H) Psychology, Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi M2016APCLP019 D.O.B.: 25.11.94 Course: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation in Clinical Psychology)

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SOUMYA JAGATDEB FIELDWORK: Clinical Psychology Intern, Department of Psychiatry, Dr. R.N. Cooper Hospital, Mumbai (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current: How Single Fathers Foster Resilience in Children After Maternal Death. Previous: -Mental Health in India: Emerging Challenges, Policies & Programmes, Research Paper.

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Intern at VIMHANS Hospital, Delhi. ● Research Intern at Sigma Research & Consulting, Delhi, Associated with a) Study on School Related Gender Based Violence (SRGBV) supported by UNESCO b) Barriers faced by children with Intellectual & Developmental Challenges and their Caregivers in Accessing & Utilizing services, supported by Amrit Enrollment No.: Foundation, Delhi. M2017APCLP018 ● Intern at Smile Foundation India in Reproductive & Child Healthcare and D.O.B.: 05.07.1996 Education. Course: M.A. Applied ● NSS Volunteer, Aarohan N.G.O, Delhi. Psychology (Specialisation in Clinical Psychology) PREVIOUS COLLEGE: B.A. (H) Psychology, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi

STANZIN DOLMA FIELDWORK: KEM hospital and Rajawadi hospital

RESEARCH: Parenting practices and parenting values in the contemporary Indian society

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Interned at Moolchand hospital

PREVIOUS COURSE & COLLEGE: B.A. (H) Psychology, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi

Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP019 D.O.B.: 20.08.1995 Course: M.A. in Applied Psychology (Specialization in Clinical Psychology)

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FIELD WORK: SUVRITA Clinical Psychology Intern, Department of Psychiatry, D.Y. Patil Hospital, Nerul (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current: Exploring the mental health concerns and the experiences of trans* persons with mental health professionals Previous: Exploring the Colours of the Rainbow: A Dialogue with the Queer Client and the Practising Therapist

WORK EXPERIENCE: ● Designed, conducted, evaluated workshops on enabling empathy and deeper connections ● Its Ok to Talk- Youth Advocate ● The YP Foundation, New Delhi- Peer Educator, Intern, Senior Fellow ● Gender Pages Project, New Delhi- Collaborator Enrollment No.: ● SEWA Bharat, New Delhi- Mentor, Youth Connect Program M2017APCLP020 ● Teenhelp.org- Staff Member D.O.B.: 24.02.1996 Course: M.A. Applied Psychology (Specialisation PREVIOUS COURSE & COLLEGE: in Clinical Psychology) B.A. (H) Psychology; Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi

TANISHA VERMA FIELDWORK: Psychology Intern at Department of Psychiatry, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital, Sion, Mumbai (3 semesters)

RESEARCH: Current - Therapists’ experience with adult male clients in therapy Previous - Sleep quality and its relationship with psychological health

WORK EXPERIENCE: Psychology intern- Kailash hospital and heart institute, Noida

PREVIOUS COURSE AND COLLEGE: Daulat Ram College, Delhi University; B.A. (Hons) Psychology

Enrollment No.: M2017APCLP021 D.O.B.: 28.06.1995 Course: M.A. in Applied Clinical Psychology

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THE PLACEMENT PROCESS

Organizations interested in recruitment can register for placements by sending an email to [email protected] or by contacting any of the Placement Committee members (contact numbers are provided below).

The placement process shall consist of the following stages: 1. The Pre- Placement Talk: The interested organisations are invited for a Pre- Placement Talk prior to the ﬁ nal placement process. This is aimed at enabling both the students as well as the organisation to understand each other better and to clarify the doubts, if any. 2. Recruitment Process: The companies shall intimate the Placement Committee about the following details in advance: ● Process of selection (Preliminary Test, GD, Interview etc.) ● Number of rounds of the GD and group size ● Number of rounds of the interview ● Approximate duration of the GDs and interviews 3. Interested organizations can also use Skype calls for taking interviews. The Placement Committee should be intimated of the Skype Ids and other details beforehand.

The members of the Placement Committee can be be contacted for further details.

Dr. Chetna Duggal (Faculty Co-ordinator) Contact Number: +91- 9833059886 Email: [email protected]

THE PLACEMENT COMMITTEE: Pranesh Krishna +91- 9953553667 [email protected] Shaheen Khan +91- 8447219222 [email protected] Pooja Tiwari +91- 8879777105 ofﬁ [email protected] Aditi Mehra +91- 9818156576 [email protected] Pooja Dhepe +91- 8108062633 [email protected] Deeksha Dev +91- 9877392421 [email protected]

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