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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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Priya Sonpar

COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST
Bhopal

Summary

Counseling Psychologist with a strong track record of athlete mental performance enhancement and organizational resilience training. Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association and state sports departments equip athletes with tools to handle competitive pressure, maintain focus, and develop sportsmanship. In parallel, my extensive work as a Consultant Psychologist for police and state and central government institutions builds discipline, integrity, and psychological preparedness — qualities that translate seamlessly into high-performance sport.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Specialized Sports Psychology Roles

Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducting mental conditioning programs improving athlete confidence, focus, and resilience during tournaments. Group and one-on-one sessions foster consistent performance and mental recovery strategies.

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Government Medical Colleges
01.2024 - Current
  • Workshops for doctors on emotional intelligence and burnout prevention, improving coping strategies, communication, and focus under pressure.

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Central Academy of Police Training, Bhopal
01.2021 - Current
  • Strengthened mental resilience and behavioral competencies in senior officers through evidence-based psychological frameworks.

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Sashastra Seema Bal Training Academy, Bhopal
01.2021 - Current
  • Delivered programs on crisis intervention and mental preparedness, enhancing operational clarity and unit cohesion in paramilitary forces.

Consultant Psychologist

M.P. Police Welfare Department
01.2020 - Current
  • Implemented programs reducing stress, improving morale, and enhancing operational focus.

Consultant Psychologist

Police Commissionerate Bhopal
01.2020 - Current
  • High-impact workshops on decision-making, resilience, and emotional regulation for officers in demanding law-and-order roles.

Consultant Psychologist

Founder, Feeling Better – Counseling Space
01.2019 - Current
  • Providing psychological support for individuals and organizations.

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Madhya Pradesh Police Academy, Bhopal
01.2019 - Current
  • Intensive training on emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and officer well-being. Improved teamwork, judgment, and discipline in policing.

Consultant Psychologist

Career College, Bhopal
01.2018 - Current
  • Counseling support to students, enhancing coping skills and interpersonal growth.

Consultant Psychologist

S.V. Polytechnic College, Bhopal
01.2018 - Current
  • Counseling support to students, enhancing coping skills and interpersonal growth.

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

RCVP Noronha Academy of Administration and Management, Bhopal
01.2018 - Current
  • Conducted 150 + leadership, stress management, and emotional intelligence programs. Improved workplace efficiency, ethical decision-making, and interpersonal harmony in civil services. Developed experiential modules that create lasting behavioral change.

Consultant Psychologist

Ernst & Young LLP for M.P. Tribal Affairs Department
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Led mental health and career guidance initiatives for tribal students, fostering aspiration and emotional strength.

Specialized Sports Psychology Roles

M.P. Sports & Youth Welfare Department
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Designed holistic athlete training addressing performance anxiety, motivation, and mental well-being, aligning personal development with sporting excellence.

Consultant Psychologist

IISER Bhopal
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Mental wellness interventions improving adaptability and stress tolerance among high-achieving students.

Consultant Psychologist

IEHE Bhopal
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Mental wellness interventions improving adaptability and stress tolerance among high-achieving students.

Education

PhD - Happiness

Rabindranath Tagore University
01.2025

MA - Psychology

University of Mumbai
01.2018

Skills

    Friendly, positive attitude

    Teamwork and collaboration

    Computer skills

    Customer service

    Problem-solving

    Calm under pressure

Certification

Direct Trainer Skills (DTS) – DoPT, RCVP Noronha Academy of Administration and Management, Bhopal

Accomplishments

  • Sports Psychology Expertise – Consultant Psychologist for Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association and M.P. Sports & Youth Welfare Department
  • Performance Impact – Designed interventions that enhanced mental toughness, sportsmanship, and team cohesion, resulting in measurable on-field improvements.
  • Cross-Sector Training Experience – Delivered 400+ programs as Master Trainer for governance, law enforcement, medical, and educational institutions, equipping high-pressure professionals with emotional resilience and leadership skills.
  • Proven Behavioral Change – Recognized for creating modules that reduce stress, improve ethical decision-making, and strengthen interpersonal harmony across diverse professional settings.

Timeline

Specialized Sports Psychology Roles

Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association
01.2024 - Current

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Government Medical Colleges
01.2024 - Current

Consultant Psychologist

Ernst & Young LLP for M.P. Tribal Affairs Department
01.2022 - 01.2024

Specialized Sports Psychology Roles

M.P. Sports & Youth Welfare Department
01.2022 - 01.2023

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Central Academy of Police Training, Bhopal
01.2021 - Current

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Sashastra Seema Bal Training Academy, Bhopal
01.2021 - Current

Consultant Psychologist

M.P. Police Welfare Department
01.2020 - Current

Consultant Psychologist

Police Commissionerate Bhopal
01.2020 - Current

Consultant Psychologist

Founder, Feeling Better – Counseling Space
01.2019 - Current

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

Madhya Pradesh Police Academy, Bhopal
01.2019 - Current

Consultant Psychologist

IISER Bhopal
01.2019 - 01.2020

Consultant Psychologist

IEHE Bhopal
01.2019 - 01.2020

Consultant Psychologist

Career College, Bhopal
01.2018 - Current

Consultant Psychologist

S.V. Polytechnic College, Bhopal
01.2018 - Current

Master Trainer & Visiting Faculty

RCVP Noronha Academy of Administration and Management, Bhopal
01.2018 - Current

MA - Psychology

University of Mumbai

PhD - Happiness

Rabindranath Tagore University
Priya SonparCOUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST