Dr.Remya Nirmala
Psychologist / Mental Health Specialist
Sharjah
Summary
To build a successful career in an organization where I can learn and add value to myself and at the same time contributes and adds value to the organization using my abilities and skills. Highly concerned about the mental health of the society, so I will be blessed if I have given an opportunity to work in mental health related field and will be pleased if I can contribute to the allied medical researches in the field. Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in Mental health. Veteran Psychologist with top-level skills in Counselling and Psychotherapy . Likeable personality and customer-focused background coupled with expertise in Mental Health. Ready to tackle new challenges and build success with exciting organization.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Managing Director & Mental Health Specialist
Prathyasa Ayurvedic center
Trivandrum
06.2015 - 08.2022
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Aligned department vision, goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Strategically managed resources, milestones and budgets, saving in expenses.
- Used to provide treatments for various Psychosomatic, Psychological conditions and Neurotic and Psychotic diseases And also developmental disorders like ASD(Autism Spectrum Disorders) and other pervasive conditions, ADHD (Attention deficit Hyperactivity disorder, Conduct disorder, dyslexia, learning disabilities etc.
- Used to provide Psychiatric counseling-Psychiatric illness like phobias, panic disorders, generalized anxiety disorders, eating disorders ,bipolar disorders, depression etc, adolescent problems, learning disorders, marital counseling, family counseling and personal counseling.
Mental Health Consultant
IWRC
Dubai
09.2010 - 05.2012
- Indian workers resource center) under Embassy of India.U.A.E under the pay role of VFS Global L.L.C
- Also handled the IWRC project Co-Ordination -2 yrs
- Evaluated patients and implemented comprehensive treatment plans to enhance mental health.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss what was happening in day-to-day life in order to help each person develop insight into personal experiences and relationships
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Used to provide Psychiatric counselling-Psychiatric illness like phobias, panic disorders, generalized anxiety disorders, eating disorders ,bipolar disorders, depression etc, adolescent problems, learning disorders, marital counselling, family counselling and personal counselling.
- used to provide various training and development related modules to multicultural and Multi language peoples. Having cross cultural experience in training , development etc mainly more concentrating on motivation, coping, self esteem enhancing, stress management, Psychological & mental health developments, Used to handle indicators like MBTI, job opinion surveys, worksite pressure management, mental health surveys and depression inventories and other psychotherapy inventories. Used to provide ABA(Applied Behavior analysis), FBA (Functional Behavior Assessment) in ASD(Autism spectrum disorders) and other developmental disorders and an expert provider of various behavior modification therapies.
Lecturer
Santhigiri Ayurveda Medical College
Palakkad
01.2006 - 09.2007
- Worked as lecturer in dept of Anatomy in Santhigiri ayurveda medical college,Palakkad for seven months.
- Also functioned as R.M.O during that months.
- Also functioned as Internal Examiner of Anatomy in the Centralized valuation of University of Calicut, Kerala.
- Also handled psychiatry, psychopathology,Social and preventive medicine, and General Medicine subjects.
- Used to handle both clinical and theory classes.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students in effective next-steps for education and career preparedness.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Designed and distributed lecture handouts to round out material and increase student understanding.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments in subject.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
Tutor
Govt. Ayurveda College
Kannur
06.2004 - 12.2004
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation and encouragement.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided appropriate learning materials for students.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Leveraged technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
Mental Health Coach
Illuminations wellbeing center
Dubai
01.2014 - 12.2020
- Used to provide Psychiatric counselling for Psychiatric illness like phobias, panic disorders, generalized anxiety disorders, eating disorders ,bipolar disorders, depression etc, adolescent problems, learning disorders, marital counselling, family counselling and personal counselling
- used to provide various training and development related modules to multicultural and Multilanguage peoples. Having cross cultural experience in training , development etc mainly more concentrating on motivation, coping, self esteem enhancing, stress management, Psychological & mental health developments,
- Used to handle indicators like MBTI, job opinion surveys, worksite pressure management, mental health surveys and depression inventories and other psychotherapy inventories.
- Used to provide ABA(Applied Behavior analysis), FBA (Functional Behavior Assessment) in ASD(Autism spectrum disorders) and other developmental disorders and an expert provider of various behavior modification therapies
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Education
BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & surgery) - Ayurvedic Medicine, Medicine
Govt. Ayurveda College, University of Kerala
Trivandrum , Kerala 06.1997 - 05.2002
PGDHM (P.G. Diploma in Hospital Management) - Hospital Management
Annamalai University
Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu 01.2008 - 05.2009
P.G Certificate - Psychiatric Counselling
Loyola College of Social Sciences
Trivandrum, Kerala 01.2009 - 01.2010
Master of Science - Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
Annamalai University
Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu 04.2009 - 05.2011
Ph.D. - Health/Medical psychology
Bharathiyar University
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 01.2014 - 10.2021
Quality Risk management in clinical Trials - Research And Development Management
UDEMY
U.S.A 07.2020 - 08.2020
Mindfulness Life Coach Certification - Mindfulness Meditation
UDEMY
U.SA 06.2020 - 07.2020
Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist Diploma - Nutrition
The KEW Training Academy
U.S.A 11.2020 - 12.2020
IPPCR - Clinical Research
NIH (National Institute of Health)
U.S.A 01.2020 - 01.2021
CBT Life coach certification - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Life Coach
Transformation Academy
U.S.A 08.2021 - 09.2021
GPM- General Psychiatric Management - General Psychiatric Management in BPD
Harvard Medical School
Boston, U.S.A 05.2021 - 05.2022
P.G.Certificate - Prescription Drug Misuse And Addiction
Stanford University School of Medicine
U.S.A 07.2022 - 08.2022
Skills
English, Hindi, MalayalamTamil, SanskritAREAS OF INTERESTMental health, Counselling, Psychotherapy, Clinical research, Training & Development, Academics, Hospital administration Psychiatric counselling-Psychiatric illness like phobias, panic disorders, generalized anxiety disorders, eating disorders ,bipolar disorders, depression etc, adolescent problems, learning disorders, marital counselling, family counselling and personal counselling
Training &Development
Mentoring and training
Business administration
Operations management
Budgeting
Financial Management
Problem solving skills
Strategic planning
Staff Management
Business Development
Project Management
Business planning
Quality assurance
Contract Management
Employee scheduling
Recruitment
Delegation
Scheduling
Budget development
Product development
Staff training/development
Relationship building
Effective leader
Employee reviews
Coaching and mentoring
Accomplishments
- An article entitled “Management of Menopausal symptoms-an integrated approach“ in IJPE (Indian Journal of Psychology & Education vol 7, No2, July,2017 Journal
- Article entitled “Construction and Validation of menopausal symptom checklist –An exploration” on IJIP (International journal of Indian Psychology vol.4,Issue.3,April-June 2017)
- Presented more than 100 research papers on Various National and International Seminars.
- Also published more than 25 papers in reputed journals.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
- 1.Quality of life and global functioning of people suffering from severe mental disease
- 2.Psycho social rehabilitation in mental health
- 3.Outcomes and predictors of therapeutic interventions.4
- Use of certain herbal formulations in psychophysiological conditions5
- Application of a Holistic Psychological Intervention technique 6.New medicinal and non pharmacological therapy interventions
- 7.Gender specifications in certain disease development
- 8.Healthy physical and psychological environment for females
- 9.Gender discriminations10.Psychological involvement of physiological illness.
Affiliations
APA (American Psychological Association) International Affiliate Membership No- C2203898593
AAHP (Association of Allied Health Professionals ) Reg. No-OT792531
TCMC (Travancore- Cochin Medical Council ) Reg. No.-A/7949
Timeline
P.G.Certificate - Prescription Drug Misuse And Addiction
Stanford University School of Medicine
07.2022 - 08.2022
CBT Life coach certification - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Life Coach
Transformation Academy
08.2021 - 09.2021
GPM- General Psychiatric Management - General Psychiatric Management in BPD
Harvard Medical School
05.2021 - 05.2022
Fully Accredited Professional Nutritionist Diploma - Nutrition
The KEW Training Academy
11.2020 - 12.2020
Quality Risk management in clinical Trials - Research And Development Management
UDEMY
07.2020 - 08.2020
Mindfulness Life Coach Certification - Mindfulness Meditation
UDEMY
06.2020 - 07.2020
IPPCR - Clinical Research
NIH (National Institute of Health)
01.2020 - 01.2021
Managing Director & Mental Health Specialist
Prathyasa Ayurvedic center
06.2015 - 08.2022
Mental Health Coach
Illuminations wellbeing center
01.2014 - 12.2020
Ph.D. - Health/Medical psychology
Bharathiyar University
01.2014 - 10.2021
Mental Health Consultant
IWRC
09.2010 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
Annamalai University
04.2009 - 05.2011
P.G Certificate - Psychiatric Counselling
Loyola College of Social Sciences
01.2009 - 01.2010
PGDHM (P.G. Diploma in Hospital Management) - Hospital Management
Annamalai University
01.2008 - 05.2009
Lecturer
Santhigiri Ayurveda Medical College
01.2006 - 09.2007
Tutor
Govt. Ayurveda College
06.2004 - 12.2004
BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & surgery) - Ayurvedic Medicine, Medicine
Govt. Ayurveda College, University of Kerala
06.1997 - 05.2002
Professional Memberships
Membership in APA (American Psychological association)
Membership in AMA(American Medical Association)
Membership in Medscape.
Membership in AAHP (Association of alternate health professionals. India)
Membership in INPA (Indian national Portage Association ) under IPA.
Active membership in AMAI Research Foundation.
Active membership for more than 18 yrs in AMAI (Ayurveda Medical Association of India).
Membership in EAGA-Emirates Ayurveda Graduates Association.
Professional Memberships
Membership in APA (American Psychological association)
Membership in AMA(American Medical Association)
Membership in Medscape.
Membership in AAHP (Association of alternate health professionals. India)
Membership in INPA (Indian national Portage Association ) under IPA.
Active membership in AMAI Research Foundation.
Active membership for more than 18 yrs in AMAI (Ayurveda Medical Association of India).
Membership in EAGA-Emirates Ayurveda Graduates Association.