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Jyoti V Shingala

Kolkata

Summary

Adept Graphologist and counseling intern with a proven track record, including over 100 handwriting analyses and impactful mental health advocacy at Drishti Counselling Centre. Excelled in cognitive behavioral therapy and empathetic client interactions, enhancing children's educational and emotional well-being. Skilled in both crisis intervention and cultural sensitivity, demonstrating significant progress in client assessments and ethical counseling practices.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphologist (Handwriting Analyst)

Self-employed
10.2015 - 04.2022
  • Conducted Webinars during COVID Lockdown.
  • Analyzed over more than 100 samples of handwriting.


Intern

Drishti Counselling Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Shadowed experienced clinicians to gain in-depth knowledge of treatment, diagnosis and assessment techniques.
  • Assisted counselors in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on children's developmental and academic levels.
  • Collected case histories covering personal, work and social details for permanent records.
  • Gained valuable experience by planning and executing learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Gained knowledge and hands-on experience in assessing various clinical and psychological tests.

Intern as Preschool Teacher

Little Scholars Academy
09.2018 - 11.2018
  • Coordinated with teacher to implement lesson plans and keep students on track.
  • Played games with small groups of students reviewing previous day's material.
  • Prepared materials for class activities and art projects.
  • Read stories with small groups of students aged 3 to 4.
  • Observed and administered the preschool learning aids and materials

Intern

Indian Development Foundation
04.2017 - 05.2017
  • Undertaking Summer school camps in village of Somanahalli where children were taught about moral values, good habits
  • Teaching Maths and English to Underprivileged children at Caramel Primary School, Bengaluru.
  • Creating awareness about Mental Health in schools by conducting workshops
  • Teaching team work and moral values in Anathasishu Nivasa and Good Neighbours India (NGO)

Education

One Year Diploma Course - Student Counselling

Caring Minds International
Kolkata, India
01-2024

One Year Diploma Course - Psychological Counselling

Caring Minds International
Kolkata, India
01-2023

Master of Science - Human Development

J D Birla Institute
Kolkata, India
09-2019

NET - Home Science

University Grants Commission
07-2019

Bachelor of Science - Human Development

J D Birla Institute
Kolkata, India
01-2017

Skills

  • Counseling Techniques: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Client Assessment: Emotional, psychological, and behavioral assessments
  • Crisis Intervention: Conflict resolution, managing acute mental health crises
  • Mental Health: Awareness about various mental health disorders, psychomotor disorders
  • Empathy & Active Listening: Establishing trust and rapport with clients
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Case Management: Developing treatment plans, monitoring progress, and providing referrals
  • Communication: Verbal and written communication skills; documentation and reporting
  • Ethical Practices: Adherence to confidentiality and ethical guidelines in counseling

Timeline

Intern

Drishti Counselling Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019

Intern as Preschool Teacher

Little Scholars Academy
09.2018 - 11.2018

Intern

Indian Development Foundation
04.2017 - 05.2017

Graphologist (Handwriting Analyst)

Self-employed
10.2015 - 04.2022

One Year Diploma Course - Student Counselling

Caring Minds International

One Year Diploma Course - Psychological Counselling

Caring Minds International

Master of Science - Human Development

J D Birla Institute

NET - Home Science

University Grants Commission

Bachelor of Science - Human Development

J D Birla Institute
Jyoti V Shingala