NATASHA SHAH
Hyderabad
Summary
Compassionate Counselor skilled in developing and executing tailored counseling plans that prioritize individual needs. Expertise in Strength-Based and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy enhances client decision-making capabilities. Proven track record of delivering personalized support to foster optimal client development. Committed to continuous professional growth in therapeutic practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher Trainer/ Counselor
Rubina Majid
Hyderabad
06.2024 - Current
- Delivered presentations on collaborative strategies for optimal student outcomes.
- Assisted teachers in understanding current educational trends and best practices.
- Collaborated with school administrators to design professional development plans for teachers.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Private Practice Therapist
Private Practice
Hyderabad
11.2019 - Current
- Provided counseling services, Student project mentoring, Life skills facilitator and Life skills curriculum builder
- Educated and provided support to students from grades 6-12 on their social and emotional needs
- Counseled students challenged by stress of bullying, family transitions, or other issues impeding their success and well being
- Coordinated with teachers, parents and students in providing better assistance to meeting students SEL needs
- Presented parents and teachers with various informative sessions on the importance of 'Mental Health of your child'
- Delivered staff development training for addressing student behavior and discipline
MYP Counselor
Sreenidhi International School
Hyderabad
09.2016 - 11.2017
- Provided techniques such as role-playing and behaviour modelling to change negative behaviours of middle school students
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness training into practice.
- Facilitated communication between school personnel, parents and guardians, therapists, psychiatrists, and other professionals involved in the student's care.
- Worked with students to develop important skills for coping with family and school environment issues such as peer pressure and anti-bullying
- Addressed working staff to improve their ability to communicate and serve better with a purpose of self satisfaction
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
Volunteer Teacher
Mudfort School
Secunderabad
06.2015 - 09.2015
Student Life Counselor
P.Obul Reddy School
Hyderabad
Education
NLP - Neuro Linguistic Programme - Neuroscience
The National Federation of NLP
Florida USA07-2024
Mindfulness - Based Symptom Management
Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic
Hyderabad, Telangana08.2017
Leading For Understanding -
Harvard Graduate School of Education
01.2016
PGD - Psychology Counseling
St. Francis College For Women
Hyderabad, Telengana04.2015
Certification in Behaviour Modification -
03.2014
Specialisation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy -
Beck Institute Of Cognitive Therapy (Affiliate to American Psychology Association)
Hyderabad, Telengana03.2014
Certification in Cognititve Behaviour Therapy -
National Institute Of Menatally Handicapped
Secunderbad, Telengana01.2014
Bachelor Of Commerce - Foreign Trade
St. Francis College For Women
Hyderabad, Telengana04.2013
Skills
- Group Counseling
- Individual Counseling
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Mindfulness Based Therapy
- Empathy
- Compassion
- Listening Skills
- Adaptability
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Student Engagement
- Mental health awareness
- Staff development
Certification
SAT/ACT Supervisor/Invigilator
Timeline
Teacher Trainer/ Counselor
Rubina Majid
06.2024 - Current
Private Practice Therapist
Private Practice
11.2019 - Current
MYP Counselor
Sreenidhi International School
09.2016 - 11.2017
Volunteer Teacher
Mudfort School
06.2015 - 09.2015
Student Life Counselor
P.Obul Reddy School
NLP - Neuro Linguistic Programme - Neuroscience
The National Federation of NLP
Mindfulness - Based Symptom Management
Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic
Leading For Understanding -
Harvard Graduate School of Education
PGD - Psychology Counseling
St. Francis College For Women
Certification in Behaviour Modification -
Specialisation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy -
Beck Institute Of Cognitive Therapy (Affiliate to American Psychology Association)
Certification in Cognititve Behaviour Therapy -
National Institute Of Menatally Handicapped
Bachelor Of Commerce - Foreign Trade
St. Francis College For Women