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Shrabana Panda
PSYCHOLOGIST
Kolkata
Summary
Psychologist with an M.Sc. in Clinical & Counseling Psychology and experience across university, hospital, and educational settings. Skilled in psychological assessment, trauma-informed psychotherapy, crisis intervention, student mental health, and movement-based therapeutic interventions. Research interests include trauma, mindfulness, embodiment, Dance Movement Therapy, and Indian psychology, with a published book chapter and ongoing research in performance psychology.
Perceptive and logical Psychologist with background studying client behavior and brain function. Sophisticated professional with experience applying wide-ranging knowledge base to accurately diagnose and treat patients' disorders. Demonstrated knowledge of multicultural aspects of psychology and how cultural differences impact screenings and responses
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychologist
Brainware University
Kolkata, India
08.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate student mental health and learning needs.
- Facilitated workshops on stress management and coping techniques for students and faculty.
- Collaborated with academic staff to create supportive learning environments and enhance student success.
- Provided crisis intervention and counseling services, ensuring immediate support for at-risk individuals.
- Analyzed program effectiveness through feedback mechanisms, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Mentored junior psychologists and interns, fostering professional development within the department.
- Provide individual psychotherapy and psychological assessments for university students.
- Conduct case history taking, MSE, case formulation, and clinical documentation.
- Deliver trauma-informed and integrative therapeutic interventions.
- Conduct campus outreach programmes, psychoeducation, and mental health awareness initiatives.
- Facilitate movement-based therapeutic sessions incorporating DMT, mindfulness, and embodiment.
Guest Lecturer (Psychology)
Bhawanipur Education Society & Maharani Kasiswari College
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Delivered engaging undergraduate Psychology courses, fostering student understanding and interest.
- Integrated clinical applications and research into classroom teaching.
- Designed and delivered engaging lectures on contemporary educational practices.
- Facilitated interactive discussions to enhance student understanding and participation.
Assistant Teacher (Psychology) & School Counsellor
Tamralipta Public School (ICSE & ISC)
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Facilitated learning in psychology to enhance student understanding of human behavior.
- Delivered school counselling and emotional well-being support to enhance student resilience and coping strategies.
- Facilitated life-skills and psychoeducation sessions to empower students with essential tools for personal and academic success.
Education
M.Sc. - Clinical & Counselling Psychology
West Bengal State University
01-2022
B.Sc. (Hons.) - Psychology
University of Calcutta
01-2020
Skills
Psychological Assessment
MSE & Case History
Clinical Documentation
Psychological assessment
Multicultural competence
Behavior analysis
Mental health diagnosis
Cognitive restructuring
Case management
Psychotherapy techniques
Classroom instruction
Empathy development
Adolescent psychology
Patient screening
Social work
Treatment implementation
Consultations
Integrated healthcare models
Mood disorders specialist
Disorder diagnosis
Active listening
Psychological interventions
Rapport building
Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Author of ResearchGate: Beyond Gender, Discovering Self
Additional Information
INTERDISCIPLINARY EXPERTISE
· 23+ years of Classical Dance training
· Bharatanatyam & Mohiniyattam
· Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)
· Mindfulness & Embodiment
· Integration of Psychology and Performing Arts
Software
Internet & Digital Literacy: Advanced web research, cloud storage (Google Drive, OneDrive), email
Google Workspace: Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Forms
AI Productivity Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Perplexity AI
Research & Academic Tools: Google Scholar, ResearchGate
Certification
Certified [Intern], [Institute of Psychiatry, IPGME&R & SSKM Hospital] - [Feb – Jun 2022]
Interests
Trauma Psychology, Psychotherapy, Student Mental Health, Dance Movement Therapy, Mindfulness, Indian Psychology, Embodiment Research
Timeline
Psychologist
Brainware University
08.2023 - Current
Guest Lecturer (Psychology)
Bhawanipur Education Society & Maharani Kasiswari College
04.2023 - 06.2023
Assistant Teacher (Psychology) & School Counsellor
Tamralipta Public School (ICSE & ISC)
11.2022 - 03.2023
Certified [Intern], [Institute of Psychiatry, IPGME&R & SSKM Hospital] - [Feb – Jun 2022]
02-2022
B.Sc. (Hons.) - Psychology
University of Calcutta
M.Sc. - Clinical & Counselling Psychology
West Bengal State University
CLINICAL TRAINING
- Institute of Psychiatry, IPGME&R & SSKM Hospital Clinical Psychology Trainee | Feb – Jun 2022
- Case history taking
- Mental Status Examination
- Psychological assessment
- Clinical observation
- Multidisciplinary case discussions
- NIEPID Psychology Trainee | Dec 2021 – Jan 2022
- Psychometric assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Behavioral evaluation
- Calcutta Foundation (NGO) Research Intern | Nov 2022
- Psychological data collection
- Research and data analysis
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Psychological Assessment & Psychometric Testing
- Clinical Interviewing & Case Formulation
- Mental Status Examination (MSE)
- Individual Psychotherapy
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Student Mental Health
- Integrative Psychotherapy
- CBT-Informed Practice
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)
- Research Writing & Literature Review
- Academic Teaching
- Workshop & Outreach Programme Design
- INTERDISCIPLINARY EXPERTISE
- 23+ years of Classical Dance training
- Bharatanatyam & Mohiniyattam
- Mindfulness & Embodiment
- Integration of Psychology and Performing Arts
RESEARCH
- Publication (2024) Beyond Gender, Discovering Self: Reviewing Ardhanarishwara through Bharatanatyam, Psychology and Vedic Philosophy Published in Everyday Psychology: Applying Psychological Insights in Modern Life (Walnut Publication)
- Master's Dissertation Examining Flow and Mindfulness in Professional Bharatanatyam Dancers: A Comparative Study with Non-Dancers (Manuscript under preparation)
- Conference Presentation Positive Psychology and its Indian Perspective Winner – Peace Seminar, West Bengal State University (2022)
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· Mental Status Examination
· Psychological assessment
· Clinical observation
· Multidisciplinary case discussions
NIEPIDPsychology Trainee | Dec 2021 – Jan 2022
· Psychometric assessment
· Clinical documentation
· Behavioral evaluation
Calcutta Foundation (NGO)Research Intern | Nov 2022
· Psychological data collection
· Research and data analysis