Adhunika Naithani
New Delhi
Summary
Caring and dedicated school counsellor with a strong commitment to nurturing students' social, emotional and academic development.
Experienced in developing counselling programs, managing sensitive cases and fostering strong partnerships with school staff and families to enhance student outcomes and wellbeing.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
School Counsellor
The British School
New Delhi
03.2021 - Current
- Delivered individual counseling to students on academic and personal issues, fostering resilience and personal growth.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and strengths.
- Engaged parents in discussions on student progress and challenges, strengthening support systems for student success.
- Consulted families and staff to develop strategies for enhancing student social and academic performance.
- Collaborated with teachers to support student mental health initiatives.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in the classroom.
- Led weekly faculty meetings to review student progress and identify targeted interventions for improvement.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives focused on promoting a safe and welcoming environment for all learners.
School Counselor
Step By Step
Noida
04.2014 - 03.2021
- Developed and implemented comprehensive counseling programs that address students' academic, career, and personal and social development needs.
- Established and supervised peer-counseling and peer-tutoring programs, fostering student support networks that promote academic success.
- Coordinated college and career fairs, connecting students with postsecondary options and workforce opportunities to support informed decision-making.
- Organized workshops for parents on adolescent development, parenting strategies, and educational planning to strengthen parental engagement and support.
- Planned orientation programs and group conferences to facilitate adjustment of individuals to new life experiences, fostering a supportive transition.
Counselor- Adolescent Guidance Service Center
National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development
New Delhi
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Delivered counseling services to families and children, strengthening community program support.
- Facilitated workshops on child development and parenting skills, equipping participants with effective strategies.
- Conducted assessments to identify client challenges and set personalized goals.
Psychometrician and Career Counsellor
MeraCareerGuide.com
Noida
09.2011 - 07.2012
- Developed psychometric assessments to improve student evaluation and inform career guidance.
- Analyzed test data to confirm reliability and validity of measures.
- Collaborated with educational professionals to enhance assessment tools and refine methodologies.
Education
Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance & Counselling - Rehabilitation Psychology
National Institute of Public Cooperation & Child D
New Delhi01-2013
Master of Arts - Psychology
HNB Garhwal University
Dehradun01-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Delhi University
New Delhi01-2009
Skills
- Assessment of Child & Adolescence Behaviour
- Child & Adolescence Guidance and Intervention Planning
- Parent Counselling
- Career Counselling
- Play Therapy
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Group Intervention
- Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy
- Teacher Training
- Adolescent Education Training
Affiliations
Wrote weekly career columns for the newspaper 'The Hans India'
Worked as a counsellor for psychiatric patients at Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi
Conducted workshop on socio-emotional well-being at FOBISIA 2023
Assisted NGOs and schools through various workshops for parents and children with special needs
Worked as a counsellor for psychiatric patients at Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi
Conducted workshop on socio-emotional well-being at FOBISIA 2023
Assisted NGOs and schools through various workshops for parents and children with special needs
Certification
RCI Licensed Child & Adolescent Counsellor (A55945)
Timeline
School Counsellor
The British School
03.2021 - Current
School Counselor
Step By Step
04.2014 - 03.2021
Counselor- Adolescent Guidance Service Center
National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development
09.2013 - 04.2014
Psychometrician and Career Counsellor
MeraCareerGuide.com
09.2011 - 07.2012
Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance & Counselling - Rehabilitation Psychology
National Institute of Public Cooperation & Child D
Master of Arts - Psychology
HNB Garhwal University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Delhi University