Joy Sidhu
Chandigarh
Summary
Dedicated research scholar in search of opportunities that would provide me a platform to implement my knowledge of psychology by way of problem solving and helping others. Ability to be a team player, motivated and good at communicating complex information in a simple manner. I want to work in an environment which not only develops and enhances my professional skills but leads to a sense of personal fulfillment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Scholar (Ph.D.) Psychology
Punjabi University
Patiala
08.2018 - Current
- Working in area of Creativity Development among Children.
- Conducted literature reviews and synthesized research findings to inform project objectives.
- Wrote summaries of case studies used as part of the research process.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to promote positive and welcoming learning environment.
Counselling Psychologist/Psycho-oncologist
Max Super Speciality Hospital
Mohali
08.2020 - 12.2021
- In-patient counsellor; majorly in area of oncology, pediatrics and psychiatry.
- Address the emotional issues and concerns of individuals (Children, Adolescents and Adults) and families touched by cancer.
- End-of-Life Care
- Grief and Bereavement Counselling
- Conducted research studies related to various psychological topics.
- Supervised interns providing counseling services under my direction.
- Met with patients and provided diagnoses and consultations.
- Rehabilitation Counselling ( Wigs to deal with hair loss, Stoma care etc)Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy and Family Therapy
- Conducted psychometric assessments to diagnose psychological disorders.
- Maintained detailed case notes and updated treatment plans as needed.
- Stress Management Techniques (Relaxation therapy; Jacksons’ Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Guided Imagery, etc)
Intern
University of Groningen
Groningen
03.2018 - 04.2018
- In forensic psychology gained deeper insights on how to conduct research on forensic topics.
- Undertook an oral exam on Body Image Diagnostics by completing required hours of self study. Evaluated on the basis of knowledge of topic, communication skills, speed of thinking and linking information.
Summer Intern
Fortis Hospital; Neuropsychiatry & Drug Deaddiction and Rehabilitation Centre (NDDRC)
Chandigarh
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Involved shadowing the psychiatrist and the psychologist to gain better understanding on how theory is put to practise with clinical patients.
- Completed detailed clinical reports on the cases studied both in OPD and IPD. Presentations were also given on assigned clinical topics.
- Gained insight to how interventions are put to practise with patients in neuropsychiatry and de- addiction centre.
- Participated in a street play to create awareness regarding clinical disorders. Developed team working and communication skills.
- Developed team working and communication skills.
Education
Ph.D. - Psychology
Punjabi University
Patiala, Punjab09-2024
Master of Arts - Psychology
Thapar Institute of Engineering And Technology
Patiala, Punjab07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Economics And Sociology
MCM DAV College For Women
Chandigarh04.2016
High School (ISC)
Yadavindra Public School
Patiala03.2013
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Classroom lectures
- Thesis guidance
- Research
- Active Listening
- Attention to Detail
- Research proposals
- SPSS
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management
- Creativity
- Team management
- Counselling
Certification
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Psychological First-Aid (Johns Hopkins University)
Accomplishments
- Subject Prize in Psychology (01/2012)
- Best COVID-19 Initiative in the North Zone for Project Kalyan, Economic Times Healthcare Awards (09/2020 - 12/2020)
- Project Kalyan was an initiative by Max Super Specialty Hospital, Mohali to foster a culture of positive mental health for the frontline health workers through mental well being and awareness interventions. The project was carried out during the first and the second major wave of COVID-19.
Community Work
- Volunteered at the school of Blind and Deaf, patiala. (03/2019 - 08/2019)
- Taught underprivileged children English and Social Studies at an NGO called - Teach a Child. (2016)
- Teach them social and life skills
- Importance of Education
- Importance of Hygiene
Languages
- English, Full Professional Proficiency
- Punjabi, Native or Bilingual Proficiency
- Hindi, Full Professional Proficiency
Projects and Papers Published
- Gender Differences in ADHD among High School Children (05/2016)
- Cross Gender Differences In Stroop Effect (01/2017)
- Self-Esteem; Anxiety; Locus of Control and Academic Performance Among University Students (03/2018)
- Role of Context Specificity in Understanding the Contribution of Cognition in Creativity (12/2021)
Affiliations
- Reading
- Volunteer Work
- Travel
- Art
Additional Work
- 2016 Title Holder - Miss Graceful (MCM, DAV College for Women, Chandigarh)
- Member of Rotaract Club of College
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Counselling Psychologist/Psycho-oncologist
Max Super Speciality Hospital
08.2020 - 12.2021
Research Scholar (Ph.D.) Psychology
Punjabi University
08.2018 - Current
Intern
University of Groningen
03.2018 - 04.2018
Summer Intern
Fortis Hospital; Neuropsychiatry & Drug Deaddiction and Rehabilitation Centre (NDDRC)
06.2017 - 07.2017
Ph.D. - Psychology
Punjabi University
Master of Arts - Psychology
Thapar Institute of Engineering And Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Economics And Sociology
MCM DAV College For Women
High School (ISC)
Yadavindra Public School
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