“It's the relationship that heals,”
- Irvin Yalom
One of the most difficult things I have done in life is write this “About Me” section. Probably because I don’t know what is expected of me here. I want to be candid enough to allow you to know me, yet there are some boundaries that I wouldn’t want to cross to ensure the sanctity of the therapist-client relationship.
So I will speak about my professional background and personal understanding of therapy. If you have any more questions, feel free to get in touch :)
I started my education with a basic understanding of psychology after coming from a medical student prep background. I have done my education mostly in Delhi (Jamia Millia Islamia and Ambedkar University), but I have worked with organizations across the country to not only share my vision for mental health but also to learn the aspects of mental health around the nation.
I understand that therapy is a deeper exploration of self, yet I feel that it is important to situate this self in the world. I like to bring the socio-cultural and political lens too, into the space. The discourse is empty without acknowledging the importance of our backgrounds, cultural inheritance, social status, gender, political environment and so much more. Most of what we know of therapy is understood and studied in a western lens, I work towards understanding self in a collectivist culture like India and decolonizing our understanding of healing.
Professional Background
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What am i doing currently?
Currently, I am working independently as a therapist for my private practice. I have worked with 100+ clients in the last 3 years. I also conduct workshops and seminars, if you would like to contact me for a workshop or seminar, please contact me here.
I am also an affiliate member of the Indian Psychoanalytical Society.
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Education
~ Foundation Year of Group Analysis,
Institute of Group Analysis (2023)
~ Master’s in Psychosocial and Clinical Studies,
Ambedkar University (2019)
~ Bachelor’s in Psychology (Hons),
Jamia Millia Islamia (2017)
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Volunteering
As a student, I volunteered with numerous organizations that helped in understanding the impact of mental health education, sex education and child sexual abuse awareness. Two such organizations are Gramiksha and Womenite, where I was involved for over 2 years in leadership positions. In a professional sense, I have volunteered with Koshish, a TISS project, to streamline the work of mental health databases of the beneficiaries in their homes and with MSAAW with survivors of domestic abuse as a counselling psychologist.
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Work Experience (PAST)
Psychotherapeutic Consultant with Protsahan India
Creative Director and Curriculum Developer at MindPeers
In-House Psychologist at Now&Me
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certifications
GCAS, Dublin (2021) : Certificate of Psychoanalysis
PESI Certifications: (2021): Certified Trauma Healthcare Professional, Certified Telehealth Professional, Certified ACT Therapist
Oxford College of Arts & Therapy (2020): Mentalization based Art Therapy Certification, Reflective Art Therapy Practices
IGNOU (2020): Criminal Justice in Social Work (Certificate)
TISS (2020): Certificate in Youth and Sexuality
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Internships
I have interned under Dr Mahalakshmi at Sahayam Intervention Centre to understand the importance of group work and therapy in a group setting. I also gained insight into how therapy and healing look different in the Indian context. I have also worked under Mr Shaleen Mitra with the Health Ministry of the Delhi Government to create peer education systems for coping with addiction-related issues.
