Gitanjali Bommanapalli (Research Scholar)
Hyderabad
Summary
Enthusiastic and experienced Counseling Psychologist with 3 years of success in providing therapeutic and case management services to individuals with mental illness and substance abuse problems. Developing treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based interventions to promote positive change and improve overall well-being. Proficient in crisis intervention, group facilitation, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Committed to fostering personal growth and resiliency through compassionate and culturally responsive care. Adept at establishing trusted relationships, empowering clients, and achieving meaningful outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counseling Psychologist
Adi Hospitals
Hyderabad
11.2023 - Current
- Provided therapeutic and case management services to individuals with mental illness and substance abuse problems in various settings including community agencies
- Delivered direct service to clients through individual, group, and family therapy
- Coordinated and provided public presentations and training workshops on substance abuse prevention and treatment programs
- Assisted clients in identifying living alternatives, employment opportunities, education, and entitlement opportunities resulting in increased overall well-being and independence
- Conducted clinical assessments to determine appropriate treatment plans and implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions resulting in improved mental health outcomes for clients
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans and coordinated client care to ensure continuity and effectiveness of services
- Conducted comprehensive substance abuse assessments resulting in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
- Facilitated group therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches resulting in increased motivation for recovery and relapse prevention
- Collaborated with community agencies to establish a network of support services and resources to assist clients in maintaining long-term recovery goals
Consultant Counselor
Standard Group
Hyderabad
08.2022 - Current
- Apply psychological research to the workplace
- Identify and facilitate employee coaching and training and development need, to improve workplace performance and support employees in managing their careers
- Support organizational adaptation to internal or external change
- Assist with employee recruitment and selection process, including the evaluation of interviews, situational judgment tests and assessments center activities
- Develop talent management interventions to support the progression of high-potential employees and contribute towards the improvement of workforce productivity
Lead Child and Adolescent Psychologist
Sri Chaitanya Educational Institutions
Hyderabad
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Served as Counselor for Student Wellness and Assessment and Career Exploration
- Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention to emotionally disturbed children and adolescents
- Counseled to help them understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with ADHD children and their families
- Encouraged students to get involved in social, recreational and other therapeutic activities to enhance interpersonal skills and develop social relationships
- Managed and restrained violent, potentially violent and suicidal students
- Regularly administered and interpreted the Strong Interest Inventory and Myers Briggs Type Indicator for undergraduate and graduate students
Yoga Therapist
- Conducted beginner and intermediate level of Pilates and Yoga classes for members
- Challenged students while remaining sensitive to their individual needs and goals at all times
- Guide members through encouraging and effective mind and body practices
- Attended training workshops to ensure my teachings were on trend with the latest and most up to date fitness findings
Education
Master of Clinical Psychology -
IGNOU
01.2025
Master of Science - Psychology
BRAOU
01.2022
Master of Arts - English
Nagpur University
01.2012
Research Scholar - Psychology
Jain University
B.Ed. - Intellectual Disability
Krishna University
Advanced Diploma -
Yoga Practice
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Crisis intervention
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis
- Psychosocial assessment
- Group therapy facilitation
- Longitudinal Study Design
- Program Evaluation Methods
- Play Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Family Systems Therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Substance abuse counseling
- Therapeutic counseling
- Relationship issues
- Family systems counseling
- Mental health counseling
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Family counseling
Certification
- Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS)
- Member of Deccan Positive Mental Health Practitioners Association
- National Training Programme on HIV/AIDS Awareness, National Council of Churches in India
Skills
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Qualitative & Quantitative Analysis, SPSS, ATLAS.ti, R, Longitudinal Study Design, Program Evaluation Methods, Play Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing
Personal Information
Title: Research Scholar
Disclaimer
I do hereby confirm that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Languages
English, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu, English, Hindi, Marathi, English, Hindi, Marathi
Life Philosophy
The best way to predict your future is to create it.
Languages
Marathi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Counseling Psychologist
Adi Hospitals
11.2023 - Current
Lead Child and Adolescent Psychologist
Sri Chaitanya Educational Institutions
11.2022 - 10.2023
Consultant Counselor
Standard Group
08.2022 - Current
Yoga Therapist
Master of Clinical Psychology -
IGNOU
Master of Science - Psychology
BRAOU
Master of Arts - English
Nagpur University
Research Scholar - Psychology
Jain University
B.Ed. - Intellectual Disability
Krishna University
Advanced Diploma -
Yoga Practice
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