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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Training
Paper Presentations
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Durgesh Ojha

Durgesh Ojha

Kundli

Summary

Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Ashoka University, specializing in crisis intervention and treatment planning. Proven ability to enhance client engagement and facilitate workshops, fostering emotional well-being. Adept at multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring comprehensive care and support for diverse populations. Committed to driving positive outcomes through innovative therapeutic techniques.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Counsellor

Ashoka University (IFRE)
12.2023 - Current

Clinical Responsibilities:

Demonstrated strong expertise in providing both individual and group counseling tailored to diverse client needs, while designing personalized treatment plans informed by thorough assessments and client goals. Successfully facilitated workshops on coping strategies and life skills for clients, and proactively organized similar initiatives for university members and surrounding communities. Maintained meticulous, confidential case notes, ensuring full compliance with legal standards and best practices in mental health documentation and care.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Effectively managed a wide range of administrative functions to support executive leadership and enhance workflow efficiency, including organizing office supplies and inventory, developing streamlined filing systems for document access, and assisting with report and presentation preparation for meetings. Adeptly implemented office policies and procedures, coordinated cross-functional projects, and collaborated with diverse teams to achieve organizational objectives and maintain optimal operational standards

Resident Psychologist

HCL Healthcare
07.2023 - 11.2023

Delivered individual therapy for diverse students experiencing anxiety, adjustment issues, and academic stress.
Customized counseling sessions focused on resilience-building and personal development.
Facilitated group therapy workshops aimed at enhancing interpersonal skills among participants.
Partnered with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive coordination of care with academic staff and mental health experts.
Applied evidence-based therapies, delivering crisis intervention during critical moments.
Guided students in developing coping strategies while connecting them to campus mental health services.
Documented client progress through precise case record maintenance for continuous treatment assessment.

Resident Counsellor

Blue Circle Medi Services
02.2023 - 07.2023

Delivered individual therapy for diverse students experiencing anxiety, adjustment issues, and academic stress.
Customized counseling sessions focused on resilience-building and personal development.
Facilitated group therapy workshops aimed at enhancing interpersonal skills among participants.
Partnered with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive coordination of care with academic staff and mental health experts.
Applied evidence-based therapies, delivering crisis intervention during critical moments.
Guided students in developing coping strategies while connecting them to campus mental health services.
Documented client progress through precise case record maintenance for continuous treatment assessment.

Psychologist

United Way of Delhi
10.2022 - 02.2023

Provided individual and group counseling to students facing academic, social, and emotional challenges including anxiety and adjustment issues. Developed personalized strategies to build resilience and promote personal growth. Collaborated with teachers, staff, and mental health professionals to ensure integrated support. Delivered crisis interventions when needed and guided students to campus and community resources. Maintained detailed records to track progress and support ongoing care.

Adjunct Faculty

Ambedkar University Delhi
09.2022 - 10.2022

Developed and delivered advanced course materials for master’s level psychology students, facilitating engaging classroom discussions to promote critical thinking and active participation. Evaluated student performance through rigorous assignments and exams, while providing academic and career mentoring tailored to graduate-level expectations. Applied innovative teaching strategies using technology to enhance complex learning, and collaborated with faculty to continuously improve curriculum relevance and instructional quality. Fostered a positive learning environment by setting clear behavioral standards and actively contributing to departmental program development.

Psychologist

The Hans Foundation
01.2022 - 06.2022

Provided individual and group counseling to students facing academic, social, and emotional challenges including anxiety and adjustment issues. Developed personalized strategies to build resilience and promote personal growth. Collaborated with teachers, staff, and mental health professionals to ensure integrated support. Delivered crisis interventions when needed and guided students to campus and community resources. Maintained detailed records to track progress and support ongoing care.

Psychotherapist Trainee

Ehsaas Psychotherapy Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Providing Psychotherapy to individuals, children, groups, couples and families.

Internship

Kilkari Rainbow Homes, Kashmere Gate
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Working with female children up to age 18 in the shelter home for group processing and individual counselling.

Benefits Operations Administrator

AON HEWITT
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Managed employee benefits inquiries, providing accurate information to clients.
  • Coordinated benefit enrollment processes, ensuring timely completion for participants.
  • Reviewed and processed claims for various benefit programs with efficiency.
  • Maintained updated records in benefits management systems for compliance.
  • Trained new staff on benefits policies and operational procedures.
  • Responded to escalated issues, ensuring alignment with company standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance benefits administration processes.
  • Analyzed employee benefits data to ensure regulatory compliance.

Education

M. Phil. - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

Ambedkar University Delhi
Kashmere Gate
01.2022

M. A. - Applied Psychology

Delhi University
South Campus
01.2015

B. A. (H) - Applied Psychology

Delhi University
Bhim Rao Ambedkar College
01.2013

Skills

  • Crisis intervention and case management
  • Mental health assessment
  • Treatment planning and record keeping
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Crisis intervention
  • Case management
  • Treatment planning
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Data analysis
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Community outreach
  • Client engagement
  • Needs assessment
  • Public speaking
  • Office administration
  • Therapy

Certification

  • UGC NET-JRF qualified
  • Promoted to SRF
  • Selected as student coordinator of the Innovation Research Project, University of Delhi
  • Recipient of a Certificate of Excellence for academic performance in B.A.
  • Recipient of Award of Excellence from Delhi Sanskrit Academy, and Bharat Vikas Parishad

Training

  • Queer Affirmative Counseling Practices, Mariwala Health Initiative, Delhi, 2019
  • Depression Counseling Diploma: Advanced Level, Udemy, 06/2020
  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: Advanced Level Accredited, Udemy, 06/2020
  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy: Accredited Certificate, Udemy, 07/2020
  • Professional Counselling Grief and Bereavement Diploma Course, Udemy, 06/2020
  • Professional Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Diploma, Udemy, 06/2020
  • Clinical Practice for Couples and Family Therapy, Yun Pang Psychotherapy, 10/2020 - 03/2021
  • Introductory training of Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy, 02/2021 - 03/2021

Paper Presentations

  • Into Each Other’s homes: Pandemic and Psychotherapy, International E- Conference on the New Normal- Psychological Perspectives, Dr. MGR Janaki College of Arts and Science for Women, Chennai, 03/2021
  • A Brief Note on Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy, International Conference cum Workshop on Psychotherapy and Counseling, Kerala, India, 08/2019
  • Media: Challenges and Opportunities, International Conference on The Colours of Career Development, Haryana, 03/2013
  • Evolution of Media, National Seminar on Media Mediated Realities and Its Impact on PsychoSocial Well Being, Delhi, 04/2013
  • Mass Media Domain and Its Impact on PsychoSocial Well Being, XII Annual Convention of NAoP India, Bengaluru, 12/2012

Affiliations

  • American Psychological Association, International Member, C2103076725
  • APA Division 39 Society for Psychoanalysis and Psychoanalytic Psychology
  • International Association of Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy, 3578
  • World Mental Healthcare Association, Fellow Counsellor, 400200000005

Computing Skills

Master Diploma in Computer Application and Information Management.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Listening to music.
  • Reading fictional novels.
  • Reading Academic work and latest research in the relevant field.
  • Travelling to new places.
  • Cooking.

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Counsellor

Ashoka University (IFRE)
12.2023 - Current

Resident Psychologist

HCL Healthcare
07.2023 - 11.2023

Resident Counsellor

Blue Circle Medi Services
02.2023 - 07.2023

Psychologist

United Way of Delhi
10.2022 - 02.2023

Adjunct Faculty

Ambedkar University Delhi
09.2022 - 10.2022

Psychologist

The Hans Foundation
01.2022 - 06.2022

Psychotherapist Trainee

Ehsaas Psychotherapy Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2021

Internship

Kilkari Rainbow Homes, Kashmere Gate
01.2018 - 01.2019

Benefits Operations Administrator

AON HEWITT
01.2013 - 01.2016

M. Phil. - Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

Ambedkar University Delhi

M. A. - Applied Psychology

Delhi University

B. A. (H) - Applied Psychology

Delhi University
Durgesh Ojha