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sumayya tabassum

Psychologist
Bengaluru,KA

Summary

A dedicated psychologist with experience in working with children, adolescents, and couples, providing therapeutic support tailored to diverse needs. In addition to her clinical practice, she has contributed as a curriculum developer, designing programs to foster emotional well-being and holistic development. While her background reflects versatility, her strongest inclination lies in continuing as a practicing psychologist, with a focus on creating meaningful impact through counseling and mental health interventions.

Work History

Counseling Psychologist

Anjuman Orphanage
  • Conducted psychological assessments, including intelligence, behavioral, and emotional evaluations, to diagnose developmental, learning, and mental health disorders in children and adolescents.
  • Designed and implemented individualized therapeutic interventions (CBT, behavior modification) tailored to the needs of children.
  • Collaborated with parents, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions and workshops focused on social skills, emotional regulation, and peer interaction.
  • Delivered crisis intervention and counseling for children experiencing trauma, abuse, grief, or adjustment difficulties.

Psychologist

Freelance/ Pro-bono


  • Provided psychological counseling and therapy to clients across diverse age groups through in-person and teleconsultation modes, with specialization in stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
  • Designed and delivered personalized treatment plans using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness techniques.
  • Built and maintained a strong freelance practice through client networking, digital platforms, and referrals, ensuring professional confidentiality and ethical compliance.
  • Studied and applied practices from professional reports and literature along with therapies focused on patient needs.

Intern

Cadabams
Bangalore
  • Assisted senior psychiatrists and psychologists in conducting patient assessments, maintaining case notes, and observing therapeutic sessions.
  • Gained hands-on experience in psychiatric care by supporting treatment plans, participating in group therapy sessions, and interacting with patients under supervision.

Academic Writer

Unity Public School
  • Monitored curriculum and school practices for adherence to state educational laws.
  • Prepared comprehensive teacher guides outlining instructional strategies and suggested supplementary resources for effective curriculum implementation.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction strategies into lesson planning, accommodating a range of learning styles within the classroom setting.
  • Developed customized lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs, ensuring an inclusive learning environment.
  • Enhanced curriculum quality by collaborating with subject matter experts to develop accurate and engaging content.
  • Analyzed effectiveness of curriculum already in place.

Education

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Madras
Chennai
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Madras- IDE
Chennai, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis

Timeline

Master of Science - Psychology

University of Madras
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Madras- IDE
04.2001 -

Counseling Psychologist

Anjuman Orphanage

Psychologist

Freelance/ Pro-bono

Intern

Cadabams

Academic Writer

Unity Public School
sumayya tabassumPsychologist