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Dr.Gayathri Menon - Clinical Psychologist
M.Sc M.Phil PhD
About Me
I specialize in providing support and assistance to children, adolescents, and young adults. My professional focus revolves around addressing various challenges such as hyperactivity, social anxiety & self-image issues, self-harm tendencies, exam anxiety and related concerns within this particular population. In terms of clinical expertise, I have extensive experience in working with cases related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder , Social anxiety, Phobias and Personality disorders. Previously, I served as an Assistant Professor at Christ University and acted as a mentor for undergraduate and postgraduate students at Amity University Rajasthan during my PhD program.
Specialities:
I specialize in utilizing various behavioral strategies such as shame attacking, guided imagery and grounding techniques as part of my therapeutic approach. Additionally, I also focus on addressing expressed emotions within the context of family dynamics. One of my core therapy beliefs is that no conditions arise in isolation, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various factors in a person's life.
Qualification
- I completed my undergraduate degree at Christ University in Bangalore
- Following that, I pursued my Masters at Pondicherry Central University
- I obtained my MPhil in Clinical Psychology, which is registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), from Sweekaar Academy of Rehabilitation Sciences
- I successfully completed my PhD at Amity University Rajasthan
Training
I have received comprehensive training in the domains of teaching, research, and practice which I perceive as an interconnected and mutually beneficial cycle. My academic pursuits have primarily focused on exploring the psychological foundations of topics such as underpinnings of pornographic addiction and subjective experience, faith healing and psychotherapy. I strongly advocate for the cultural accommodation of psychotherapy and emphasize the importance of tailor-made approaches in therapeutic practices.
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