VAISHNU V
Kollam
Summary
RCI-registered Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience in government mental health settings including DMHP, district hospitals, and taluk hospitals. Skilled in psychological assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. Published researcher with five international journal articles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer cum clinical Psychologist
National Institute for Empowerment of Person with Multiple Disabilities
Chennai
11.2025 - Current
- Developed lesson plans tailored for individuals with multiple disabilities.
- Delivered engaging lectures to enhance understanding and retention of concepts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create inclusive learning environments.
- Organized community outreach programs to raise awareness about disability empowerment.
- Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
- Clinical assessment and disability board
Clinical Psychologist
District Mental Health Programme
Kollam
02.2025 - 11.2025
- Psychological assessments, psychotherapy, crisis intervention.
- Community mental health training and outreach.
- Multidisciplinary team coordination.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Conducted psychological assessments for diverse client populations.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions for various psychological disorders.
- Conducted psychotherapy sessions with individuals, couples and families to assess mental health issues and develop treatment plans.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
- Assessed risk factors for suicide or self-harm behaviors among clients.
- Facilitated therapy sessions using play-based techniques to engage children effectively.
- Collaborated with parents and educators to support children's developmental needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services for children experiencing acute emotional distress.
Clinical Psychologist
Government District Hospital
02.2022 - 02.2025
- Psychological evaluation and evidence-based therapies.
- Managed depression, anxiety, addiction, severe mental illness cases.
- Provided psychoeducation to families.
- Conducted psychological assessments for diverse client populations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote mental health support.
- Provided crisis intervention services for immediate mental health needs.
- Developed therapeutic strategies for clients to address problems such as depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
- Communicated progress to teachers, parents, and guardians, addressing concerns on areas requiring improvement.
Clinical Psychologist
Government Taluk Headquarters Hospital
Punalur
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Diagnostic assessments, psychotherapy, case formulation.
- Community mental health outreach.
- Supported multidisciplinary patient care.
- Conducted psychological assessments to evaluate children's emotional and behavioral health.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and family input.
- Facilitated therapy sessions using play-based techniques to engage children effectively.
- Collaborated with parents and educators to support children's developmental needs.
- Provided psychoeducational evaluations to evaluate academic performance and learning disabilities.
- Utilized evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to promote positive change.
- Maintained detailed clinical records of all case notes, assessment results, interventions used.
Education
M.Phil. - Clinical Psychology
The ICFAI University
TripuraM.Sc. - Clinical Psychology (Integrated Programme)
Annamalai University
ChidambaramSkills
- Psychological Assessment & Diagnosis
- CBT & Behaviour Therapy
- Case Formulation
- Crisis Intervention
- Community Mental Health
- Learning disability assessment
- Child and adolesent Mental Health
- Training and workshops
- Documentation & Donor Writing
Research And Publications
Published 5 international journal articles.
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
Hindi
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Lecturer cum clinical Psychologist
National Institute for Empowerment of Person with Multiple Disabilities
11.2025 - Current
Clinical Psychologist
District Mental Health Programme
02.2025 - 11.2025
Clinical Psychologist
Government District Hospital
02.2022 - 02.2025
Clinical Psychologist
Government Taluk Headquarters Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2022
M.Phil. - Clinical Psychology
The ICFAI University
M.Sc. - Clinical Psychology (Integrated Programme)
Annamalai University