Yashpreet Kaur

Introduction

My journey into psychology began with a deep curiosity about how emotions, behaviour, and life experiences influence mental well-being. Over time, this interest evolved into a meaningful career focused on helping individuals understand themselves, strengthen emotional resilience, and move toward a healthier and more balanced life.

With 3.5+ years of professional experience, I have worked across clinical and organisational settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation initiatives, and government projects. These experiences have strengthened my skills in psychological assessment, counselling interventions, and client-centred therapeutic support. I follow a compassionate, evidence-based approach and tailor counselling methods to meet each person’s unique needs.

What motivates me most is seeing people regain clarity, confidence, and emotional stability. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals can heal, grow, and feel empowered in their personal journey.

Education & Clinical Experience

• B.Sc. in Psychology
• M.Sc. in Psychology
• Postgraduate Diploma in Guidance and Counselling

Clinical Internship Experience

• NIEPMD, Chennai
• Institute of Mental Health, Chennai

Work Experience

• Organisational Psychology
  Designed and implemented employee mental health and well-being programs focused on stress management, resilience building, and burnout prevention.
  Conducted psychological workshops and mental health awareness sessions to enhance workplace productivity and employee engagement.
  Provided individual and group interventions supporting work–life balance, healthy communication, and conflict resolution.
  Assisted in training and professional development programs with an emphasis on emotional intelligence and effective leadership.


• The Banyan – ECRC Initiative, GMCH Thiruvallur
  Provided clinical psychological services for individuals with anxiety, mood difficulties, stress-related issues, and behavioural challenges.
  Conducted psychological assessments, intervention planning, therapeutic support, and clinical documentation within a hospital setting.
  Supported the training of psychology interns by guiding them in basic assessment skills, case understanding, and professional practices.
  Strengthened clinical abilities and teamwork within a multidisciplinary environment.


• Current Role – TN Rights Project (Government of Tamil Nadu)
  Provide psychological assessment, counselling, and emotional support for individuals with disabilities and their families.
  Focus on improving mental well-being, supporting rehabilitation, and promoting inclusion.
  Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure holistic care and uphold the rights of persons with disabilities.

Year of Experience

3.5+ years

Counselling Skills

• Active and empathetic listening
• Building therapeutic rapport and trust
• Assessment and case formulation
• Goal-focused and client-centred counselling
• Crisis intervention and emotional support
• Guidance for coping strategies and problem-solving
• Facilitating healthy communication and conflict resolution
• Psychoeducation for clients and families
• Maintaining ethical and confidential practice
• Cultural sensitivity and inclusive counselling approaches

Areas of Specialization

• Emotional & Psychological Wellbeing
• Depression (Major Depressive Disorder & Persistent Depressive Disorder)
• Anxiety Disorders (GAD, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Phobias)
• Overthinking & Rumination
• Low Self-Esteem & Emotional Dysregulation
• Stress, Burnout & Emotional Overwhelm
• Anger Management & Irritability
• Mood Swings & Emotional Numbness
• Adjustment Difficulties
• Loneliness, Guilt & Shame
• Grief, Loss & Bereavement
• Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders
• OCD (Contamination, Checking, Harm, Relationship OCD, Religious Scrupulosity, Symmetry, Perfectionism)
• Trauma & Crisis Support
• Trauma Recovery & Childhood Trauma
• PTSD & Complex Trauma (C-PTSD)
• Abuse Recovery (Emotional, Physical, Sexual)
• Relationships & Family Counseling
• Relationship Conflicts & Trust Issues
• Marital & Pre-Marital Counseling
• Divorce & Separation Support
• Intimacy & Sexual Wellness Concerns
• Parenting & Co-Parenting Guidance
• Toxic/Abusive Relationship Recovery
• Boundary-Setting Skills
• Child & Adolescent Counseling
• Child Behavioral Concerns
• Hyperactivity & Impulsivity
• Academic Stress & Exam Anxiety
• Bullying & Peer Pressure
• Adolescent Identity Exploration
• Screen Addiction
• Parent-Child Relationship Support
• Personality & Emotional Regulation Concerns
• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
• Narcissistic & Avoidant Traits
• Emotional Instability & Interpersonal Difficulties
• Eating & Body Image Concerns
• Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating)
• Body Image Issues
• Emotional Eating
• Food & Weight Relationship Concerns
• Addiction & Compulsive Behaviors
• Alcohol & Substance Misuse
• Smoking/Nicotine Addiction
• Gaming & Social Media Addiction
• Sleep & Health-Related Concerns
• Insomnia & Sleep Disorders
• Nightmares & Night Terrors
• Psychosomatic Symptoms
• Chronic Illness Coping Support
• Health Behavior Change
• Career & Life Transition Support
• Career Guidance & Workplace Stress
• Work-Life Balance
• Performance Anxiety
• Decision-Making Difficulties
• Financial Stress
• Relocation & Life Transitions
• Midlife Crisis Support
• Identity & LGBTQ+ Affirmative Support
• Gender Identity Exploration
• Sexual Orientation Exploration
• Coming-Out Support
• Internalized Stigma Healing
• Affirmative & Inclusive Counseling
• Healing, Growth & Personal Development
• Self-Understanding & Emotional Healing
• Inner Child Work
• Self-Compassion & Mindfulness Training
• Confidence Building
• Assertiveness & Communication Skills
• Boundary Setting
• Resilience Building
• Meaning & Purpose Exploration

Languages Known

• Tamil
• English