RIYA CHAWLA
Applied Psychology Postgraduate
New Delhi,DL
Summary
Aspiring School Counsellor and Applied Psychology postgraduate
with experience working with children, adolescents, and diverse
community groups through internships, volunteer work, and
supervised training. Skilled in building rapport, active listening,
case history taking, psychoeducational, and supporting emotional
well-being in educational and community settings. Passionate
about fostering safe, inclusive, and supportive environments that promote students’ social, emotional, and academic development.
Enthusiastic about understanding psychological concepts and applying them in real-world contexts through counseling and research work.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2
2
Certifications
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical psy
Genzee Therapist
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Undergoing structured training in counselling
psychology with a focus on ethical practice and
professional standards. - Delivering supervised counselling support to pro bono
clients, applying Engaged in active listening techniques during client sessions.. - Listening, case conceptualisation, and client-centred
intervention techniques
Intern
Hope & Bliss
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Engaged with clients at Head Injury Foundation to understand their needs.
- Assisted in clinical assessments and observed therapy sessions to support patient care and treatment planning.
- Engaged with clients to enhance understanding of their cases and therapeutic needs.
- Demonstrated professionalism and active participation, and contributed to a collaborative learning environment.
NGO Intern
Umeed A Drop of Hope
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Conducted community outreach and slum visits to support underprivileged communities and promote social well-being.
- Organized menstrual hygiene awareness campaigns and distributed sanitary pads to promote health education among girls and women.
- Collaborated with NGO teams to support community welfare initiatives and contribute to the successful execution of outreach programs.
- Demonstrated empathy, teamwork, and strong interpersonal communication while engaging with diverse communities.
Volunteer/ Intern
Vardhman Welfare Society
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted counseling and therapy sessions for individuals, groups, and families to facilitate emotional healing.
- Psychological assessment and testing.
- Facilitated support groups for individuals with mental health conditions, fostering community and shared experiences.
- Organized and led mental health workshops and training programs to enhance awareness and coping strategies.
- Community outreach and awareness programs.
Social Worker
Beti Ek Lakshya Foundation
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Led community outreach and social welfare initiatives, fostering connections and support within the community.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly residents during old age home visits, enhancing their well-being.
- Organized donation drives and awareness activities, increasing community involvement and resources for those in need.
- Gained exposure to real-world social work and care environments.
Clinical psychology intern
Moolchand Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored assessment procedures involving clients of various ages and intervention procedures
involving children, adolescents, and adults. - Supported patient interactions during clinical assessments interactions, case history taking, and
behavioural observations. - Gained insights into developmental and behavioral issues across age groups of developmental, emotional,
and behavioural concerns across age groups.
Education
MA - Applied Psychology
AMITY UNIVERSITY
Noida Uttar PradeshBA - Hons Applied Psychology
AMITY UNIVERSITY
Noida, Uttar PradeshHumanities
St. Paul's School
New delhi07-2021
Skills
- Strong communication
- Empathetic and understanding toward others
- Counseling expertise
- Family and patient education
- Program evaluation
- Counseling techniques
- Confidentiality and professionalism
- Team collaboration
- Time management
Certification
Relationship between Existential Anxiety, and Career indecision among young adult IJIAP
Timeline
Clinical psy
Genzee Therapist
02.2026 - 04.2026
Intern
Hope & Bliss
09.2025 - 10.2025
NGO Intern
Umeed A Drop of Hope
01.2025 - 03.2025
Volunteer/ Intern
Vardhman Welfare Society
08.2024 - 10.2024
Social Worker
Beti Ek Lakshya Foundation
07.2023 - 10.2023
Clinical psychology intern
Moolchand Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
MA - Applied Psychology
AMITY UNIVERSITY
BA - Hons Applied Psychology
AMITY UNIVERSITY
Humanities
St. Paul's School