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AFEELA P M
Counselling Psychologist
Kozhikode
Summary
Motivated professional seeking a challenging position in a reputable organization to expand learning, knowledge, and skills. Committed to utilizing capabilities for personal and professional growth while making a maximum contribution to the organization. Experienced in mentoring and guiding individuals towards personal and professional development, fostering collaborative environments, and adapting to evolving needs. Possesses strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills with a reputation for reliability and a results-driven approach. Passionate and hardworking job seeker with excellent organizational skills, eager to secure an entry-level counseling psychologist position and contribute to the team's goal achievement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Counselling Psychologist
Positive Minds Counseling Centre,Chevayur
12.2023 - Current
- Counselling
- Soft skill Trainer
- Strong Communicative Skill
- Motivational Speaker
- Service focused
- Professional commitments
- Team work
- Listened to patients' concerns, instructed on stress-management techniques, adjustment strategies for life changes, how to live normal lives and ways to improve relationships.
- Maintained thorough documentation of counseling sessions, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and professional guidelines.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Improved client well-being by developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Enhanced group therapy sessions for more effective communication and conflict resolution skills development.
- Provided crisis intervention services, helping clients navigate through challenging life situations.
- Consulted with patients on issues pertaining to relationship issues, substance abuse, career, and other problems.
- Met regularly with other counselors to assess individual cases and coordinate counseling services.
- Delivered psychoeducation workshops for clients, families, and community members to increase mental health awareness.
- Treated various anxiety disorders, using exposure therapies such as in vivo, imaginal and virtual reality exposure.
- Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment through direct observation.
- Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
Child Psychologist
Positive Minds Counseling Centre
12.2023 - Current
- Established strong rapport with clients through active listening skills, empathy, and trust-building techniques during sessions.
- Conducted psycho-educational evaluations of school-aged children identified or suspected of having learning or behavioral disabilities.
- Utilized play therapy techniques alongside traditional talk therapy methods to better engage young clients during sessions effectively.
- Developed individualized treatment plans targeting specific emotional, behavioral, and developmental issues in children.
- Advocated for clients within community resources such as schools or social service agencies when necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Led social skills groups to improve peer relationships and promote healthy communication among children.
- Provided parent training and support, enhancing their understanding of their child''s needs and promoting positive family dynamics.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing empathetic and compassionate care during therapy sessions.
- Observed children in classrooms, at home and in other settings.
- Implemented early intervention strategies to prevent the development of more severe mental health issues later in life.
- Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment through direct observation.
Mentor in Hope a Kerala Police Project.
Hope
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: An innovative project launched by the Kerala Police with the aim of enabling children, who are isolated from their families and society
- We contact the child/parent to perform the psychological assessment of children/family
- Followingly identify the mental status of each child and provide the required level supports to ensure the physical, mental and social health of children and to elevate them to the mainstream of the society
- Mentored new panel members by sharing best practices for effective communication and presentation skills.
- Developed and implemented strategies to drive organizational growth and development.
Parenting Coach
Deep Parenting
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective coaching strategies.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Motivated children to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Managed practice schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources for optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with players'' families to encourage support and involvement in their athletic growth.
- Give great support to parents for an effective parenting,
Intern
Institute of Mental Health & Neuroscience (IMHANS)
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Contributed to positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities.
Montessori Teacher
MES Central School
05.2014 - 03.2019
- Give grace and courtesy lessons and individual presentations to children
- Outline projected routine of the day, including any special activities
- Guiding a child's research and exploration, capitalizing on interests and excitement about a subject
- To make sure that at any one time in a day, subjects like - math, language, science, history, geography, art, music are being studied at all levels
- Double check all learning materials and remove the items that need repair replacement or cleaning
- Confer with the assistant teacher to compare observations, discuss relevant points in Montessori theory, exchange ideas or alternate ways to cope with a given child
Education
Diploma - child psychology
Counsel India
MSc - Counseling Psychology
Pope John Paul Institute of Counseling and Psychotherapy, Singhania University
Certificate - Clinical Psychology
Institute of Mental Health & Neuroscience (IMHANS)
Certificate - Solution Focused Counselling
Department of Clinical Psychology, Institute of Psychological Medicine and Research (IPMR)
Karanthur, KozhikodeCertificate - Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Mindcraft India
Kottayam, KeralaMaster of Arts - English
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Diploma - Modern Montessori
International London University
Certificate - Electronic Office
Govt. of Kerala
SSLC - undefined
Board of Public Examination
Skills
Supportive Counseling Skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/24/82
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Islam
Interests
Cooking
Driving
Watching movies
Travelling
"A passion for exploring diverse destinations and gaining insight into their unique customs and traditions."
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the above mention details are true to best of my knowledge.
Timeline
Parenting Coach
Deep Parenting
04.2024 - Current
Counselling Psychologist
Positive Minds Counseling Centre,Chevayur
12.2023 - Current
Child Psychologist
Positive Minds Counseling Centre
12.2023 - Current
Mentor in Hope a Kerala Police Project.
Hope
01.2022 - Current
Intern
Institute of Mental Health & Neuroscience (IMHANS)
01.2022 - 01.2022
Montessori Teacher
MES Central School
05.2014 - 03.2019
MSc - Counseling Psychology
Pope John Paul Institute of Counseling and Psychotherapy, Singhania University
Certificate - Clinical Psychology
Institute of Mental Health & Neuroscience (IMHANS)
Certificate - Solution Focused Counselling
Department of Clinical Psychology, Institute of Psychological Medicine and Research (IPMR)
Certificate - Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Mindcraft India
Master of Arts - English
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Diploma - Modern Montessori
International London University
Certificate - Electronic Office
Govt. of Kerala
SSLC - undefined
Board of Public Examination
Diploma - child psychology
Counsel India
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