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VEERA BALAJI KUMAR
Psychologist
Madurai,TN
Summary
Compassionate and mindful Counseling Psychologist, with 12 years of dedicated experience in treating patients with anxiety disorders, substance abuse and mood disorders. Certified in Dialectical Behavior therapy. Offering patient-focused humanistic approach that emphasizes well-being and autonomy of patients. Sensitive to diverse cultures and therapeutic techniques. Demonstrated history of building strong rapport with patients while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Eligible to licensure as Doctoral level provincial practice member of Saskatchewan college of psychologists (SKCP), SK, Canada.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Visiting Psychologist
HINDUSTAN COMPUTERS LTD (HCL) HEALTHCARE
Madurai, TN
01.2019 - Current
- Improved self-esteem affecting performance of 168 fresh employees of HCL technologies employees by humanistic counselling approach and mindfulness-based therapies by 12%.
- Enhanced the quality of the treatments by conducting Psychological assessments for Psychiatric illness based on international classification of diseases (ICD-10).
- Maintaining patient data in electronic medical records (EMR) viz.eClinicalWorks (10 e) provided by Johns Hopkins.
- Contributed in reducing anxiety by 28% by conducting weekly interactive experiential webinars on stress management during Covid-19 pandemic crisis.
Counseling Psychologist
AHANA HOSPITALS
Madurai, TN
01.2010 - Current
- Conducted assessments for both Out-patients and In-patients and diagnosing psychological disorders by administering appropriate psycho-diagnostic tests, evaluating the results and preparing psychological reports.
- Developed mindfulness-based intervention programs for treating Anxiety, Depression, Addictions, Mood disorders and evaluated the program effectiveness.
- Psychotherapy for patients suffering from psychosomatic ailments like migraine, ulcerative colitis, urticaria, etc.
- Conducted workshops on Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for 58 social workers with 82% positive feedback for program effectiveness.
- Counseled a group of 236 higher secondary school students on career guidance based on vocational interest assessments, personal interviews and facilitated career planning decisions.
M.S. CHELLAMUTHU TRUST AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION, Psychologist
Madurai, INDIA
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Conducted intake assessments and clinical consultations for adolescents and adults individually and in group settings.
- Achieved positive outcomes for patients diagnosed with anxiety, trauma, depression, phobias, grief and loss, and relationship issues.
- Developed intervention programs based on Life skills & Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for 52 government school teachers and evaluated the program effectiveness.
- Conducted mental health awareness programs for 236 Under graduate college students with emphasis on Substance abuse & Internet addiction.
CYGMAX INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Madurai, INDIA
01.2008 - 01.2010
- An offshore division of the ICFAI business school - offered PG Dip in Management.
- Soft Skills training consultant, Offered soft skills training to MBA students to increase self-esteem, improve body language and positive attitude.
- Facilitated group discussions & team-building programs.
- Trained candidates in effective business communication and interpersonal skills.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Health Psychology
Bharathiar University
CoimbatoreMaster of Philosophy - Counseling Psychology
Bharathiar University
CoimbatoreMaster of Science - Psychology
University Of Madras
ChennaiBachelor in Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery -
The Tamilnadu Dr.MGR Medical University
ChennaiSkills
CounselingCritical thinkingTeam-buildingNegotiationProgram evaluationReport writingResearchStatistical analysisStress management
Multicultural counseling
Substance abuse counseling
Acceptance & commitment therapy
Teamwork
Compassion
Interpersonal Communication
Computer skills
Building rapport
Research and data management
Certification
Examining & Diagnosing mental illness | Adapting to changing conditions | Research expertise | Webinars Value clarification | John Hopkins eClinicalWorks 10e | Transdiagnostic Behavioral Therapies – DBT & ACT Life skills training| Mindfulness interventions |Program evaluation |Certified DBT | | SKCP recognized
Accomplishments
- Focused acceptance & commitment therapy (FACT) by Russ Harris, Psychwire, 2020-21.
- Acceptance and commitment therapy for Depression & Anxiety course by Russ Harris, Psychwire, 2020-2021.
- Addiction treatment: Clinical skills for healthcare provider, Yale University, 2020.
- APA continuing education - When Grief Goes Viral: Psychological Assessment and Intervention in the Corona Crisis, April, 2020.
- APA continuing education - Resilience for Trauma Responders: Protecting Ourselves from Secondary Traumatic Stress, April, 2020.
- ACT immersion course with Stephen Hayes - The Institute for Better Health, Nov,2019.
- Using values to activate your practice, Richard Bennett, Contextual consulting, June 2019.
- De-mystifying mindfulness – Coursera, February 2019 https://coursera.org/share/136c6641d97abd2036b894bcb08df9e6
- Career counselling assessments – Pearson academy, November 2018.
- Lifeskills educator’s workshop – NIMHANS, January 2010.
Affiliations
- Member, American Psychology Association – APA
- Member, National Academy of Psychology – NAOP
- Homeopathic Physician, Member, Tamilnadu Homeopathy medical council. http://www.tnhmc.com/Practitionerdetails.aspx?PID=P201609060141587191889759516
Additional Information
- AWARDS , Tamilnadu Homeopaths Association - Best Young Homeopath award
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Quote
If the doors of perception were cleaned, everything would appear to man as it is: infinite.
William Blake
Interests
Teaching
Reading
I love to spend most of my leisure time reading books on philosophy, spirituality and evolutionary psychology.
Timeline
Visiting Psychologist
HINDUSTAN COMPUTERS LTD (HCL) HEALTHCARE
01.2019 - Current
Counseling Psychologist
AHANA HOSPITALS
01.2010 - Current
CYGMAX INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
01.2008 - 01.2010
M.S. CHELLAMUTHU TRUST AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION, Psychologist
01.2006 - 01.2010
Bachelor in Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery -
The Tamilnadu Dr.MGR Medical University
Master of Science - Psychology
University Of Madras
Master of Philosophy - Counseling Psychology
Bharathiar University
Doctor of Philosophy - Health Psychology
Bharathiar University