MUSHFIRAH SAYED
Bengaluru
Summary
Dedicated Psychologist with extensive internship experience in behavioral counseling, therapeutic interventions, and psychological assessment. Expertise in working with diverse populations, including neurodiverse children and corporate employees, using evidence-based practices to support mental health. Proven in building strong therapeutic relationships, leading effective sessions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Passionate about advancing mental health care and committed to ethical practice and professional growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Kites Senior Care
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Gained hands-on experience in various cognitive assessments and interventions for the geriatric population, increasing assessment and intervention skill set.
Intern
G.S Medical College and KEM Hospital
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted comprehensive IQ and personality assessments for children and adolescents, while acquiring valuable hands-on experience at a deaddiction center, expanding expertise in addiction treatment methodologies and recovery processes.
Intern
Masina Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Gained hands-on experience in administering clinical assessments independently, developed a strong understanding of teamwork, and acquired knowledge of advanced technological aids in psychological services, including Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS).
Intern
People Tree Hospitals- Maarga
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Enhanced clinical skills in diagnosing and treating complex mental health conditions.
- Led two successful medical drives at SLK Software and Reliance Jio offices, independently delivering brief counseling services to corporate employees, addressing their mental health concerns and promoting workplace well-being.
Intern
Wings Within Counselling Centre
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Delivered support to neurodiverse children by facilitating therapeutic interventions through supervised play and occupational therapy, and gaining valuable experience in couple counseling to support relationship dynamics and conflict resolution.
Intern
ReACH Psychiatry and Counselling Centre
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Gained proficiency in taking case histories, deepened the understanding of child and adolescent cases, and refined intervention techniques to provide more effective therapeutic support.
Intern
Manipal Hospitals
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Developed strong clinical skills in therapist-client interactions, obtained a deep understanding of teamwork and leadership in delivering psychological services, emphasized genuineness and adherence to non-maleficence as a professional in the healthcare industry.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Kristu Jayanti College
Bengaluru, India07.2024
B.A (H) - Psychology, Sociology, Literature
CMR University
Bengaluru01.2022
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Neurodiversity Awareness
- Training and Development
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
- Administrative Skills
- Cultural Competence
- Teamwork and Leadership
Publications
- Gender Differences in Interpersonal Needs and its Influence on the Use of Social Media in Young Adults., International Journal of Indian Psychology (IJIP), 11, 2, 2023
- Family Communication Patterns, Individual's Overall Conflict Resolution Styles and Cognitive Flexibility in Young Adults, World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews (WJARR), 21, 03, 1817-1827, 2024
Certification
- Applied Behavior Analysis for Children with ADHD- Udemy, 2024
- Scientific Writing in Health Research- ICMR National Institute of Epidemiology, 2023
- Rorschach Inkblot Test- Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences, Fortis Healthcare Limited, 2021
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Intermediate (B1)
Extra Curricular Activities
- Workshop on Self-Awareness Through Art- CMRNPS, EKYA Schools, 2023
- Conference on Mental Health for a Changing World: New Challenges and Opportunities- Clinical Psychology Society of India (CPSI) in association with NIMHANS, 2023
- Webinar- Mental Health for All: Strategies and Roadmap by St. Joseph's College, Autonomous, 2020
- Awareness Program- Cancer Prevention and Healthy Lifestyle by Sanjeevani
Timeline
Intern
Kites Senior Care
01.2024 - 04.2024
Intern
G.S Medical College and KEM Hospital
12.2023 - 01.2024
Intern
Masina Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
Intern
People Tree Hospitals- Maarga
07.2022 - 08.2022
Intern
Wings Within Counselling Centre
03.2022 - 04.2022
Intern
ReACH Psychiatry and Counselling Centre
07.2021 - 08.2021
Intern
Manipal Hospitals
06.2021 - 07.2021
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Kristu Jayanti College
B.A (H) - Psychology, Sociology, Literature
CMR University
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