PSY Forum Events

Reported by Viola D’Silva (III BA)

On Wednesday, 21st August 2024, twenty-seven final year students of Psychology had the privilege of having Ms. Yamini Gowda PC, a former faculty in the Psychology Department of the college for a guest lecture from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm in the Psychology class room. With a teaching experience collectively spanning five years at School of Social Work, Mangaluru, CMR University, Sampurna Montfort College and Academy for Creative Teaching (ACT), Bengaluru, Ms. Yamini shared her expertise and offered valuable guidance on future career and educational opportunities in the field of Psychology.

Miss Yamini emphasized the importance of building and strengthening skills through internships, shadowing therapists, and understanding real-life applications of the syllabus to gain clarity on one's calling in the field. She highlighted the option to work in the corporate sector, well-being centers, and research centers, where individuals can collaborate with colleagues from diverse scientific backgrounds united by a common motive.

She identified three essential aspects of a true psychology representative: ethics, personal therapy, and referral connections. She stressed the significance of confidentiality and non-bias in maintaining ethical standards. Miss Yamini recommended regular personal therapy to prevent burnout, manage empathy and countertransference, and address unsettling memories and emotions that may arise during sessions. She also underscored the importance of building a network of psychologists, psychiatrists, and other professionals for effective referrals and collaboration.

Pursuing her Ph.D. on the relevance of Murray Bowen’s Family System", Miss Yamini focused on one of her research variables, ‘self-differentiation’. Her academic endeavours inspire students to explore various educational opportunities and specializations in psychology. She also focussed on core values namely compassion & empathy, wellness and personal growth, ethics and social responsibility too.

Her interactive guest lecture provided invaluable insights and guidance to the audience. By encouraging the exploration of diverse career paths and educational opportunities, she has undoubtedly inspired students to make informed and meaningful decisions about their futures in psychology.

While Dr. Sandra Sunitha Lobo, Head, Department of Psychology introduced the guest speaker, she was later thanked by Miss Mahed Sadia S.