Unfolding the complexities of the human mind : This is the journey of 24 year old Ayushi Damani to becoming a psychologist.
In the ever evolving sector of mental health, the part of a counselling psychologist poses as a beacon of hope and healing for those persevering through its challenges. Keeping her professional position in mind, Ayushi has dedicated her career to understanding the complex network of the human mind, and chooses to provide support and guidance to individuals who seek betterment.
The Path To Becoming A Psychologist
Ayushi stepped into this lane of great difficulty with a strong desire to study human behaviour, and make a positive impact on everyone’s life. After pursuing her degree in psychology, she continued her studies, delving into the field of clinical psychology, which focuses on making personal and interpersonal functioning easier and more comfortable across the lifespan of any individual. This specialisation has opened the gates for Ayushi to address emotional, social, vocational, educational and communal concerns of various individuals/groups.
The Spirit Of A Psychologist
The very basic element of psychology highlights the shared remedial relationship between a psychologist and a client. Equal parts professional and personal, this relationship is built on grounds of trust, mutual respect and shared empathy towards one another. It is also a judgement free sphere of encouragement and advice, where clients can explore and express their unfiltered thoughts without being scared. Ayushi’s approach towards this environment is completely unitive, drawing inspiration from various therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and other techniques formed out of humanistic instinct. All of her approaches are combined and tailored in a sense that it speaks to the unique and distinct needs of each client. This way of treating each client as a separate individual and providing a personal attitude rather than grouping them under categories of different illnesses, of Ayushi’s is truly appreciable.
A Day In The Life Of A Psychologist
Every day brings something new to the table of a clinical psychologist, whether it be new challenges to tackle or new opportunities to grab. Her work includes conducting assessments, providing effective therapy, and developing treatment plans from scratch for each client with various issues – from depression and anxiety to relationship difficulties and career concerns. Believing in a communal approach to societal problems, Ayushi does not hesitate to collaborate with other learned professionals to ensure a unified approach to each client’s well-being.
Ayushi works for the mental welfare of her clients, and finds the most rewarding part of her job to witness the transformation of her clients as they gain insight, build coping mechanisms, and make impactful changes in their lives. Her commitment to her profession is reinforced and strengthened by each success story, sharpening her optimistic viewpoint and making her passion for helping others grow.
Addressing Social Stigma And Promoting Mental Health Awareness.
A major part of Ayushi’s job is to create and build awareness among the people, and reduce the stigma revolving around seeking professional help for psychological issues. She engages in community outreach programmes, workshops and seminars to inform the public about mental health awareness and the benefits of counselling. By her direct and to-the-point speeches on mental health, she aims to empower individuals to seek support without any hesitance.
She finds herself privileged in being a part of each client’s journey towards betterment and self-discovery as a psychologist. The challenges she has to take up, both positive and negative, has shaped Ayushi both personally (as a person) and professionally (as a psychologist), reinforcing her belief in the goodness of the human spirit. In a world where mental health is slowly being taken into consideration as an integral component of an individual’s overall well-being, She feels honoured to be a part of the field of psychology, and to be a guiding light for those seeking a more stable and fulfilling life.
You can mail her For appointments and consultations, you can email her at Psychologistayushidamani@gmail.com / Ayushyahealing@gmail.com
