When emotions feel intense, it's easy to react before you respond. This skills-based group helps you build practical tools to manage overwhelming emotions, navigate difficult situations, and respond more effectively.
Who should attend:
Anyone aged 16 and above who struggles with emotional overwhelm, impulsive reactions, interpersonal conflicts, or wants to strengthen emotional regulation skills.
What to expect:
Explore the hidden meaning behind emotional triggers, understand your recurring patterns, and develop healthier, more intentional ways of responding to difficult emotions.
Education/Exam; Trauma; Financial Stressors; Work Related; Anxiety; Depression; Relationship
Summary
I am a Psychology (Honours) student with practical experience in crisis intervention, mental health support, and psychosocial care through internships and volunteer work. My experience includes providing empathetic emotional support, conducting risk assessments under supervision, assisting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, academic stress, workplace challenges, grief, trauma, and financial stressors. Alongside crisis counselling, I have gained experience in psychological research, mental health awareness, and youth-focused initiatives, enabling me to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I am committed to ethical practice, continuous learning, and creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for those seeking help.
Experience
Worked as a Crisis Counsellor Intern at the Vandrevala Foundation, providing telephonic and chat-based emotional support to individuals experiencing psychological distress. Assisted clients presenting with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, academic pressure, workplace concerns, and financial stress. Conducted active listening, emotional validation, crisis de-escalation, safety planning, and appropriate referrals while maintaining confidentiality and professional ethics.
Additionally, gained experience through internships and volunteer opportunities in psychology, contributing to mental health awareness initiatives, psychoeducation, psychological research, documentation, and community engagement. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, strengthened communication and interpersonal skills, and developed a trauma-informed, client-centred approach to supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Education/Exam; Trauma; Self-Development; Work Related; Career/Unemployment; Anxiety; Depression; Relationship
Summary
A Clinical Psychology postgraduate who provides emotional support and counseling to individuals experiencing psychological distress. Aiming to create a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where individuals can express themselves openly and work toward improved mental well-being. Approach is focused on client-centered and supportive, drawing from foundational counselling skills, active listening, and evidence-informed psychological practices. Working with individuals facing concerns such as stress, anxiety, emotional distress, and interpersonal difficulties, while facilitating group therapy sessions that promote shared learning, coping skills, and emotional support.
Experience
She has experience providing emotional support and counselling through helpline services and structured sessions. Her work involves active listening, crisis support, and maintaining ethical and confidential practices. She has also facilitated group therapy sessions focused on emotional regulation, coping strategies, and peer support.