Thamarai Ranjini Veerappan
Summary
Compassionate Psychotherapist with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counsellor
Holistic Psychotherapy Centre
10.2022 - Current
- Providing a comprehensive intake and assessment for clients
- Provide counselling and support to individual patients and families experiencing different challenges
- Specialized in pre - postnatal concerns , couple counselling , addiction related focusing on gaming , Youth and parenting issues
- Other mental health conditions such as OCD, Depression and Anxiety
- Conducting talks and workshops when necessary
- Making referrals to other agencies when necessary.
Clinical Counsellor
KK Women's and Children's Hospital
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Formulate and develop care management plans for patients in collaboration with clinicians and other health care members
- Coordinate continuity of inpatient and outpatient care
- Worked Closely with the multi - disciplinary care management team of patient updates and initiate case review and discussion
- Worked with patients, family and various agencies/professional in both the hospital settling or within the patient's community
- Conducted assessment of patient for medical , psychological and social environment , vocational and financial needs , including monitoring of mental state , monitoring for signs of relapse and suicide and infanticide risk as well as risk of child abuse and neglect
- Provided proactive problem - solving techniques in response to needs assessment , such as initiating appropriate referral and liaison with other professional agencies and/or step - down
- Provided trainings to Staff with related to mental health issues.
Senior Caseworker
Ministry of Social and Family Development/ Youth Residential Services, Singapore
10.2015 - 10.2018
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
Counsellor
National Addiction Management Services at Institute of Mental Health, Singapore
12.2012 - 10.2015
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Facilitated weekly group sessions to encourage self-reflection and problem-solving.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Provided Training to organizations.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - CounsellingPsychology
College of Allied Educators
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
SMa Institute of Higher Learning
Diploma of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Arium Education Pte Ltd
Diploma - Information Technology
Informatics Academy
Skills
- Addiction Counseling
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Conducting Training & Workshop
- Mental Health Support
- Case Management and Documentation
Affiliations
- Singapore Association of Counsellor
- Association of Professionals Specializing in Addiction Counselling
- Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors Singapore.
Accomplishments
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 -Bridging the Couple Chasm
- Gottman - The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work - Online Leader Training (Dec 2022)
Certification
- Certified Gaming Addiction Counsellor
- Certified Substance Abuse Counsellor
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Counsellor
Holistic Psychotherapy Centre
10.2022 - Current
Clinical Counsellor
KK Women's and Children's Hospital
10.2018 - 10.2021
Senior Caseworker
Ministry of Social and Family Development/ Youth Residential Services, Singapore
10.2015 - 10.2018
Counsellor
National Addiction Management Services at Institute of Mental Health, Singapore
12.2012 - 10.2015
Postgraduate Diploma - CounsellingPsychology
College of Allied Educators
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
SMa Institute of Higher Learning
Diploma of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Arium Education Pte Ltd
Diploma - Information Technology
Informatics Academy
- Certified Gaming Addiction Counsellor
- Certified Substance Abuse Counsellor
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