Counselling Cell
The office of the counselingcell provides confidential, non-judgmental support and guidance to students struggling with various challenges, including academic, social, and personal issues. The cell offers individual or group counseling, aim to enhance self-esteem, address stress and anxiety, and facilitate positive behavioural changes. It may also provide career guidance, help students identify their strengths& weakness, and connect them with resources like clinical psychologists or psychiatrists, if needed.
Dr. PDNI has a two full time Counselor to provide guidance and to help students in their personal problems. The mentors of our institute guide mentees in their personal and academic matters, and mentor directs the mentee to the college counsellor for guidance.
Members of counselling cell
| Sr.No. |
Member of the Counselling Cell |
Designation |
| 01 |
Dr. Veda Vivek
Principal, Dr. PDNI Amravati |
Chairperson |
| 02 |
Ms. Mahima Alekar
Professor, Dept. of Mental health nursing Dr. PDNI, Amravati |
Full-time counselor |
| 03 |
Ms. Bhavana Lawhale
Diploma in counseling Assistant Clerk, Dr. PDNI, Amravati |
Full-time counselor |
| 04 |
Mr. Pankaj Wasdkar
Clinical psychologist, Manas Hospital, Amravati |
Part-time Counselor |
Areas of counseling
- Academic Support: Assisting nursing students with academic difficulties, helping them develop study strategies, and managing exam stress.
- Personal and social development: Offering guidance on building healthy relationships, developing interpersonal skills, and resolving social and emotional challenges.
- Career guidance: Providing information on career options, job prospects, and helping nursing students make informed educational and vocational choices.
- Mental health support: Addressing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns, and referring students to specialized services when necessary.
- Promoting well-being: Encouraging positive attitudes, healthy lifestyles, and a sense of belonging within the college community.
Services ofcounseling cell
- Individual counselling: Personalized sessions are conducted to address specific concerns and needs.
- Group counselling: Group discussions are held for nursing students with similar issues. It promotes peer support.
- Workshops and seminars: Workshops and seminars are conducted to provide information and to train on various topics, such as time management, stress reduction, and career planning.
- Referrals: The counselling cell connects ournursing students with external resources like mental health professionals or career counselors.
- Crisis intervention: The counselling cellprovides support and assistance to nursing students when they are in crisis situations.
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