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Anupriya Kapoor

Clinical Psychologist|Safeguarding And Wellbeing Policy Consultant|CIS Evaluator
New Delhi

Summary

RCI licensed Clinical Psychologist with 12+ years of experience in assessing and treating patients with various emotional, mental and behavioral disorders. Successful at accurate diagnoses and working closely with high-risk patients. Has an extensive experience providing crisis intervention, psychological evaluations and psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults. Expertise in suicide prevention, self-harm, sexual assault and other trauma-related disorders. Working closely with high-risk individuals, supporting them through effective and compassionate care.

A certified instructor in child protection and safeguarding (CIS and AAIE), with a proven track record of conducting 50+ training sessions across CBSE and IB schools on topics such as CCE, life skills, classroom management, parenting, sex education, child protection, life skills, parenting, classroom management, child health and protection, recognizing signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse, and familiarizing with child protection policies and the POCSO Act

Extensively contributed to the development and implementation of policies on bullying prevention, student well-being, sex education, and child safeguarding in alignment with the POCSO Act across schools in Delhi/NCR. Drafted comprehensive Well-being and Child Protection Policies for Pathways School.

Completed CIS International Accreditation Evaluator Training (2024), demonstrating a commitment to upholding global standards in education and student wellbeing. Currently serves as Clinical Psychologist and POCSO Chair at Pathways School Noida, alongside part-time clinical practice with YourDOST and Bennett University.

Recognized for ethical practice, strong interpersonal leadership, and a collaborative approach to advancing mental health and well-being. Clinical and professional interests include trauma-informed care, crisis response, grief support, and developing sustainable mental health frameworks through training, policy development, and stakeholder engagement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Licensed Clinical Psychologist and POCSO Chair

Pathways Group School
07.2015 - Current
  • Offered individual outpatient therapy to adult clients and children with wide range of psychological problems.
  • Instrumental in creating and upgrading the Child Protection policies in accordance with Indian laws and CIS guidelines & recommendations.
  • Managed children with child sexual abuse, and facilitated various workshops on awareness and prevention of child sexual abuse, on laws for safeguarding children rights and prevention of child sexual abuse, sex education for parents and other stakeholders like educators, counselors etc.
  • Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients (specifically, children, adolescents, and young adults).
  • Conducted psychological assessments for adults and children to help address variety of clinical concerns and performed educational testing to inform courts of intelligence and personality assessment results.
  • Mitigated injuries and de-escalated life-threatening events through effective crisis intervention and coordination of emergency services.
  • Maintained confidential records related to individual patient treatment.
  • Linked clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.
  • Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
  • Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals, and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
  • Collected information about individuals or clients using interviews, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
  • Counseled individuals, groups, or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations, and develop realistic action plans.
  • Wrote reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
  • Referred clients to other specialists, institutions, or support services as necessary.
  • Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
  • Offered perspective on effectiveness of treatments concerning conditions such as depression and anxiety.
  • Identified indications of mental deficiency, abnormal behavior, or maladjustment through direct observation.
  • Offered specific advice to help clients work through educational or occupational issues.
  • Aided general practitioners and specialists with handling complex cases by consulting on psychological diagnoses and treatments.
  • (IB continuum, CIS & NEASC accredited - Pathways School Noida)

Consultant Clinical Psychologist

YourDost, Bennett University (The Times Group)
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Facilitating face-to-face psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic approaches to address client’s mental health concerns.
  • Responding promptly to clients in crisis, raising red flags, providing necessary support, and collaborating with appropriate resources to ensure their safety and well-being.
  • Identifying client’s psychological needs, provisional diagnosis of mental health conditions and formulating treatment plans.
  • Documentation and record-keeping.

Consultant Psychologist & Psychology PGT Educator

Tagore International School and The Shri Ram School (Gurgaon)
01.2014 - 03.2015
  • Guided academic department staff members in handling of mental health issues and crises.
  • Delivered clinical and consultation services according to standards of Indian Psychological Association.
  • Conducted professional education and staff development activities for mental health professionals and for other facility staff members regarding mental health issues.
  • Identified psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues and diagnosed disorders using information obtained from evaluation techniques.
  • Defined core problems and determined key strategies for investigating and remediating concerns.
  • Counseled individuals and groups regarding problems such as stress, substance abuse or family situations to modify behavior to improve personal adjustment.
  • Updated records and prepared reports of concern cases (K-12 school students) to outline intervention program, devise strategies aiming at inclusion and recommended improvements.

Consultant Counselor

Shiv Nadar School
09.2011 - 05.2013
  • Identified students with special needs and provided recommendations for inclusive education of identified students in a mainstream classroom.
  • Trained teachers and the leadership team on various developmental disorders and on how to create an inclusive school environment.
  • Refereed students for psychological assessments and for other therapeutic interventions like, speech therapy, occupational therapy, to help them integrate into the mainstream school.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Provided strategies to teachers for an inclusive education and help devise Individualized Education Plan for students with special needs.

Part-time School Counselor

Pragyan School and ASN School
01.2010 - 09.2011
  • Identified students with special needs and provided recommendations for inclusive education of identified students in a mainstream classroom.
  • Trained teachers and the leadership team on various developmental disorders and on how to create an inclusive school environment.
  • Refereed students for psychological assessments and for other therapeutic interventions like, speech therapy, occupational therapy, to help them integrate into the mainstream school.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Provided strategies to teachers for an inclusive education and help devise Individualized Education Plan for students with special needs.

Special Needs Educator, Acting Head and Counselor

ORKIDS- The Multidisciplinary Clinic
08.2008 - 09.2010
  • Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
  • Aided parents in arranging medication evaluations and psychological testing.
  • Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors and special educators to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to range of neurodiverse students.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Worked with other multidisciplinary professionals to improve functional skills in children with developmental difficulties.

Education

M.Phil - Clinical Psychology

Institute of Human Behavior And Allied Sciences (IHBAS)
New Delhi, India
01-2013

Master of Arts - Psychology

University of Delhi
New Delhi, India
01-2011

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Hons.)

University of Delhi
New Delhi, India
01-2008

High School Diploma -

Somerville School
Noida

Skills

    Psychotherapeutic Interventions (Individual and Group Therapy for Children, Adolescents and Adults)
    Clinical Interviewing, Psychological Assessment and Psychoeducation
    Crisis Intervention and Risk Assessment for High-Risk Individuals
    Family Counseling and Therapeutic Support
    Clinical Documentation and Ethical Case Management

  • Queer-Affirmative Counseling Practice (LGBTQ Inclusive Mental Health Support)


    Child Protection and Safeguarding Leadership (POCSO Compliance)
    Development, Review and Implementation of School Safeguarding and Well-being Policies
    Workshop Facilitation and Training for Educators, Parents and Students
    Relationship and Sex Education (RSE) and Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Programs
    Mental Health and Well-being Promotion in School Communities
    Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Planning
    Differentiated Instruction and Inclusive Education Strategies
    Multi-disciplinary Collaboration with Educators, Counselors and Health Professionals

Affiliations

CIS International Accreditation Evaluator, Council of International Schools
POCSO Chair, Child Protection and Safeguarding Leadership Role
Registered Clinical Psychologist, Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)
Certified Instructor in Child Protection and Safeguarding, Council of International Schools and Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE)

Certification

Successfully completed the CIS International Accreditation Evaluator training in May 2024

Training

  • Compassionate Integrity Training Course by UNESCO_MGIEP in August 2020.
  • Attended virtual screening of "The Upstanders” a film-based education program about resilience, attention, and the power of connection to end bullying. The film explores cyber-bullying, bullying among friends, families, co-workers and the brain science behind it all. The virtual screening & panel discussion was hosted by CIS in May 2020.
  • Attended a webinar in April 2020 by ISCA on “Planning for and Responding to Grief and Loss during a Pandemic".
  • Attended a Webinar organized by ISCA on 19th March 2020, on "Understanding and Communicating Your Role as a School Counselor in an Online Environment".
  • Completed the Mindfulness in Education retreat organized by Ahimsa trust and taught by teachers from the Zen tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, held at Shiv Nadar School from 14th to 16th September 2018
  • Facilitated and chaired the panel discussion on Child sexual Abuse awareness and prevention session held at Pathways School Gurgaon on 17th November 2018
  • Facilitated the webinar on "Let's Walk the Talk", a session on Child Safeguarding with focus on Relationship and Sex Education, on 12th September 2020. The webinar was for parents of students for MYP 3 to DP 2 (Grade 8 - 12).
  • Certification in AAIE Child Protection Leadership Team Training & Level 1 in September 2016, at TAISI Conference New Delhi, India.
  • Participated in a workshop on Behavior Management in Schools on 26th July 2016 by The Achievers Programme.
  • A 12-session course in "Skill Development Program in Counselling" from 10th September to 5th October 2007, Organized by Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences, Max Healthcare at Max Super Specialty Hospital, New Delhi.
  • A 36 hours "Instructional Program in Learning Disabilities" from October-December 2007, Organized by ORKIDS, The Multi-Disciplinary Clinic.
  • Attended the 2nd National Conference on Mental Health Challenges 2020-A Vision for Future, organized by Amity Institute of Behavioral (Health) and Allied Sciences.
  • A short-term course in Counseling and Guidance from University of Delhi, from 1st August-31st December 2008.
  • A short-term course in Psychological Assessment from University of Delhi, from 17th November-11th February 2009.
  • Participated in a two-day Symposium on Career Development in India, held on 13th & 14th Jan 2010, at University of Delhi, Delhi, in collaboration with Career Development Leadership Alliance, Maryland, USA & Work Psychology and Human Resource Forum, New Delhi.

Timeline

Consultant Clinical Psychologist

YourDost, Bennett University (The Times Group)
05.2023 - 08.2024

Licensed Clinical Psychologist and POCSO Chair

Pathways Group School
07.2015 - Current

Consultant Psychologist & Psychology PGT Educator

Tagore International School and The Shri Ram School (Gurgaon)
01.2014 - 03.2015

Consultant Counselor

Shiv Nadar School
09.2011 - 05.2013

Part-time School Counselor

Pragyan School and ASN School
01.2010 - 09.2011

Special Needs Educator, Acting Head and Counselor

ORKIDS- The Multidisciplinary Clinic
08.2008 - 09.2010

Master of Arts - Psychology

University of Delhi

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology (Hons.)

University of Delhi

M.Phil - Clinical Psychology

Institute of Human Behavior And Allied Sciences (IHBAS)

High School Diploma -

Somerville School
Anupriya KapoorClinical Psychologist|Safeguarding And Wellbeing Policy Consultant|CIS Evaluator