Jai Soni
Psychologist (Msc Clinical Psychology)
Surat,GJ
Summary
Energetic and compassionate individual with solid foundation in psychological principles and practices. Knowledge of therapeutic techniques and psychological assessments, combined with strong analytical and organizational skills. Committed to fostering supportive environment to facilitate clients' personal growth and well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Clinical Psychologist
Urja Counselling Centre
Surat, Gujarat
08.2025 - Current
- Undertook supervised psychotherapy with the holistic approach of combining CBT framework with Psychodynamic techniques and Existential paradigms.
- Developed contextualised psychotherapy strategies for clients across ages and backgrounds, from late adolescents to middle and old ages.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of clinical psychology.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adhering to strict confidentiality policies while ensuring continuity of care across providers.
Psychologist
Turning Point Wellness
Surat, Gujarat
03.2026 - Current
- Conducted MCMI and TAT to inform diagnostic decision and develop treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions, facilitating mental well-being and addiction recovery through evidence-based interventions.
- Collaborated with addiction counselors, psychiatrist and other mental health practitioners to develop comprehensive strategies for behavioral and psychological outcomes.
Child Psychologist
Sadbhaav Child Development Foundation
Surat, Gujarat
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Implemented intervention strategies for the development of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, learning difficulties, learning delays and behavioral issues.
- Developed and executed IEPs for children under rigorous supervision and training.
- Deaigned and developed content for psycho-education and communication of workshops for informing mental health professionals, psychology students, community leaders, academic professionals and families.
Psychologist
Aster CMI
Bangalore
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Company Overview: Aster CMI Hospital is a leading healthcare provider in Bengaluru, focusing on delivering compassionate and quality treatment by providing a holistic model of treatment and care.
- Conducted NCCN Distress Thermometer, GAD-7, PHQ-9 and Zarit Caregiver Burden Assessment on inpatients and outpatients as well as their caregivers.
- Conducted supportive therapy and follow-up sessions for oncological treatment and palliative care.
- Conducted neuropsychological sessions for TBI patients, focusing on cognitive rehabilitation and emotional support.
- Assisted in developing integrated care plans by collaborating closely with the Pain and Palliative medical team to address patient needs effectively.
Psychology Intern
Urja Child Development Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: Urja Center provides specialized services for children with developmental and behavioral challenges.
- Carefully documented behavioral patterns to inform treatment plans and improve individual care strategies for each child.
- Collaborated with Applied Behavior Analyst and Occupational therapists to develop engaging activities that promote emotional and psychological growth in young clients.
Assistant Psychologist
Inspiron Psychological Well-Being Centre
Bangalore
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Company Overview: Inspiron Centre is dedicated to psychological well-being and assessment services for all age groups.
- Administered psychological assessments such as Student Engagement Inventories and Raven's CPM in St. John's School, Hebbal, (Grade 1 - 7).
- Conducted behavioral assessments and formulated comprehensive case history reports in efforts to understand and evaluate student needs at all levels.
Editorial Intern
Wingless Dreamer Publisher
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Company Overview: Wingless Dreamer Publisher focuses on promoting literary talents worldwide.
- Created content for advertisements and social media.
- Organized and provided feedback for poetry contests.
- Edited and contributed to poetry anthologies and storybooks.
Research and Content Development Intern
Psy Lens Centre
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Company Overview: Psy Lens is a clinical psychology and research organization in Surat offering quality mental healthcare services to patients of all ages, headed by Dr. Sudipta Roy.
- Assisted in research work by working with psychologists and academic researchers on field projects and manuscript work.
- Collaborated with team members to create multimedia content, integrating visuals and text to enhance audience engagement and retention.
- Created interactive presentations to facilitate discussions during conferences and enhance knowledge sharing among attendees.
- Facilitated recruitment processes for hiring trainee psychologists using recruitment scheduling systems.
Clinical Psychology Intern
SOCH - Institute Of Mental Health & Deaddiction, Sunshine Global Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Company Overview: SOCH is a unique psychiatric setup in Surat run by leading mental health professionals from both psychiatry and clinical psychology.
- Learnt about various psychopathological disorders and psychometric tests, applying theoretical knowledge in practical settings.
- Gained first-hand experience in treatment management of patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, clinical depression. addiction and anxiety.
- Participated in case discussions to evaluate therapy effectiveness and develop improvement strategies for future sessions.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development by attending workshops and sessions in psychiatry.
Student Intern
Manastha
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Company Overview: Based in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, Manastha is an online counseling and emotional support platform that connects certified therapists with clients across India.
- Learnt from experienced counselors on client interaction, rapport building and managing therapeutic relationships.
- Gained knowledge and practical exposure on intervention management and healing strategies employed in counseling.
- Participated in case discussions and mock demonstrations to inculcate practical knowledge in handling psychotherapy sessions.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Rehabilitation Psychology (RCI-Approved)
Indira Gandhi National Open University
08.2026 - Current
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)
Bangalore, Karnataka 08.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) - Psychology
AURO University
Surat, Gujarat 04.2019 - 01.2023
Diploma - Applied Knowledge Level
ACCA
Senior Secondary (XII) -
SGM Shiroiya Senior Secondary School
Navsari, Gujarat05.2019
Secondary (X) -
SGM Shiroiya Senior Secondary School
Navsari, Gujarat05.2017
Skills
Clinical Research
Psychological Assessment
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Metacognitive strategies
Data Analysis - Excel and SPSS
Ethical practice
Career Counseling
Substance abuse counseling
Family therapy
Marriage counseling
Interpersonal/Social skills development
Certification
Empowering Trainers: Mastering Life Skills Education - GVK Counselling Center and Life Skills Academy, Mysore