Dr. K. Vishnupriya

Mrs. K. Vishnupriya

Department of Psychology ยท Head of the Department
Psychology Teaching Student Counseling Behavioral Therapy Psycho-Oncology Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Life & Career Guidance
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Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Psychology, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education & Research (MAHER), Chennai (Pursuing from Jan 2025)
  • M.Ed. in Education, Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman College of Education, Uthiramerur (2023)
  • B.Ed. in Social Science, Sri Muthukumaran College of Education, Chennai (2021)
  • M.Phil. in Psychology, University of Madras (2012)
  • M.Sc. in Psychology, University of Madras (2011)
  • B.Sc. in Psychology (2009)
Work Experience
  • Head of the Department, Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science, Chennai (August 2023 โ€“ Present)
  • Guest Lecturer, Dr. Ambedkar Government Arts College, Vyasarpadi, Chennai (December 2019 โ€“ July 2023)
  • Assistant Professor in Psychology, Vels Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies (VISTAS), Pallavaram, Chennai (October 2018 โ€“ August 2019)
  • Psychologist cum Counselor (Part-time), Apollo Hospital, Greams Road & Kids Rehab Clinic, Adyar, Chennai (July 2018 โ€“ Present)
  • Counselor, BVM Global @ Bollineni Hillside, Perumbakkam, Chennai (July 2014 โ€“ July 2018)
  • Psychologist, Vistara Child Development Centre, Chennai (February 2014 โ€“ July 2014)
  • Psychologist, Department of Psycho Oncology, Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, Chennai (May 2013 โ€“ February 2014)
  • In-Charge Student Counselor, Agarwal Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Chennai (September 2012 โ€“ February 2013)
Professional Objectives & Focus

Intend to build a career in a leading organization in which I can work with utmost dedication and sincerity hence as a team we can use our full potential thus achieve more goals with flying colors. Experienced with 13 years of total work background in both teaching and strategic developmental counseling paths.

  • M.Phil. Dissertation: "Influence Of Self-Esteem And Shyness On Interpersonal Relationship Among Rural And Urban School Students"
  • M.Sc. Thesis: "Personality and Motivation among College Students"
Academic & Training Metrics
13Years Experience
14+Events Organized
20+Workshops Attended
02Core Research Diss.
Core Clinical & Counseling Contributions
  • Clinical Operations: Specialized tracking in Assessment, Student Counseling, Parental Therapy, Behavioral analytics, and Marital counseling workflows.
  • Oncology Support: Psycho-Education Program management for cancer patients/cancer survivors, pre-chemotherapy orientations, and grief counseling systems.
  • Child Rehabilitation: Extensive work with developmental milestones delays, Autism, Hyperactivity, Learning disabilities, and Attention deficits in specialized clinics.
  • Community Outreach: Active execution of education and drug awareness programs in association with Tambaram City Police and local schools.
Contact
Phone+91 96299 58012
AddressNo. 11/249, 1st Bharathi Street, Medavakkam, Chennai - 600100
Conferences, Seminars & Structural Events Organized
Department Seminar (2026): "Applying Cognitive & Behavioral Theories in Client Interventions" โ€“ Department of Psychology, MSCAS (23.03.2026).
IQAC Collaborative Event (2026): "Sound Healing Therapy" for Professors โ€“ In association with Satvat Holistics, MSCAS (12.02.2026).
Meditation Initiative (2025): "Heartfulness Meditation Session" for institutional faculty โ€“ MSCAS (15.12.2025 to 17.12.2025).
Mental Health Week (2025): Organized "Mental Health Access Week" on account of World Mental Health Day under the theme "Access to Services Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies" (06.10.2025 to 10.10.2025).
Community Tie-up (2025-2026): Coordinated drug awareness and school outreach cells in association with "Thalaratha Thalirgal" initiated by the Govt. of Tamil Nadu and Tambaram City Police.
Technical Marathons (2024): Organized 4-day structural activities called "Mindful Magic Marathon" and an Intercollegiate CBT workshop for World Mental Health Day (7th October to 10th October 2024).
Academic Seminars (2024): "The Expanding Scope of Psychology: From Traditional To Emerging Fields" (29.08.2024) and "Navigate Challenges & Discover Prospects in Research" (05.04.2024).
Faculty Development Programs & Advanced Training Attended
Digital Wellness Seminar (2026): 7-Days Online Seminar on "Digital Well Being" โ€“ Patrician College of Arts and Science, Chennai (16.02.2026 to 23.02.2026).
5-Day National FDP (2025): "Future-Ready Faculty: Enhancing Academic Excellence and Student Engagement" โ€“ IQAC Cell, MSCAS (21.07.2025 to 25.07.2025).
5-Day Leadership FDP (2024): "High Performance Culture - From Ancient Wisdom to Modern Leadership" โ€“ IQAC Cell, MSCAS (10.06.2024 to 14.06.2024).
Naan Mudhalvan Scheme Training (2023): FDP on "Digital Marketing" โ€“ Conducted by Government of Tamil Nadu, TNSDC (17.07.2023 to 21.07.2023).
Psychodrama Workshop (2023): Interactive behavioral training โ€“ Department of Psychology, Hindustan College of Arts and Science (February 2023).
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