KANIKA VIJAYVERGIYA
London
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Counseling Psychologist with experience of providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to diverse populations. Skilled in conducting comprehensive psychological assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and facilitating meaningful therapeutic relationships that promote healing and personal growth. Demonstrates expertise in specific approaches, like CBT, DBT, humanistic therapy, etc.tc. With proven success in addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselling Psychologist
Therapy Tattva
India Remote
11.2024 - Current
- Conducted over 100+ individual support sessions, providing personalized emotional and psychological advocacy tailored to each client's unique circumstances and mental health needs.
- Developed comprehensive support plans through detailed assessments and observations, demonstrating a 30% improvement in client engagement and self-advocacy skills.
- Applied evidence-based communication techniques (including CBT principles and person-centered approaches) to empower clients in expressing their views and wishes to care teams.
- Supported clients in developing practical strategies for managing anxiety, mood difficulties, and interpersonal challenges, with measurable improvements in self-reported well-being and confidence in self-advocacy.
Advisor
Hospiscare
Exeter
11.2024 - Current
- Mentor vulnerable individuals and neurodiverse team members, creating inclusive environments that promote dignity and respect for individual differences.
- Serve as Freedom to Speak Up volunteer, providing confidential support and ensuring concerns are appropriately escalated while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Engage with diverse community members, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and effective communication skills across different backgrounds and needs.
- Maintain strict confidentiality protocols and comply with data protection standards through comprehensive training, directly applicable to client advocacy work.
- Work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.
Well Being Advisor
United Well Being Organisation
India
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided one-to-one advocacy support to over 80 individuals experiencing mental health challenges, using active listening and appropriate referral techniques.
- Delivered mental health awareness workshops to 150+ participants, promoting understanding of rights, self-care, and available support services.
- Ensured 100% compliance with safeguarding protocols, maintaining detailed confidential records and making timely referrals within statutory timeframes.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams including student services and academic staff, contributing to 15% increased engagement in support programs.
Academic Representative
University of Exeter
Exeter
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Advocated for 50+ students, ensuring their concerns were heard and addressed through systematic communication with relevant professionals and decision-makers.
- Analyzed feedback from 60+ individuals, presenting their views clearly to implementing bodies and achieving 15% improvement in satisfaction outcomes.
- Chaired meetings and coordinated with support services to ensure appropriate referral pathways, demonstrating understanding of complex organizational structures.
- Led advocacy campaigns while maintaining professional relationships with all stakeholders.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology (Conversion)
University of Exeter
UK09-2024
BSc - Biotechnology
Devi Ahilya University
India01.2022
Skills
- Active listening and emotional regulation
- Knowledge of CBT, DBT,ACT, person-centered, and solution-focused therapies
- Mental health assessment and risk identification
- Crisis intervention and safeguarding awareness
- Case management and confidential record-keeping
- Inclusive, culturally sensitive support
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Basic data management and Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
Basic first aid awareness, safeguarding adults L1 and L2, prevent radicalization, understanding learning disabilities and autistic spectrum disorder, the Mental Capacity Act, CBT, DBT, health and safety level 1, data security and protection training, conflict resolution enhanced DBS certificate
Timeline
Counselling Psychologist
Therapy Tattva
11.2024 - Current
Advisor
Hospiscare
11.2024 - Current
Well Being Advisor
United Well Being Organisation
09.2023 - 09.2024
Academic Representative
University of Exeter
09.2023 - 09.2024
Master of Science - Psychology (Conversion)
University of Exeter
BSc - Biotechnology
Devi Ahilya University