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Earlier this week, I was invited by @youthformentalheallth to be a part of Confab, their Youth Mental Health Festival 🤍

There’s something special about seeing so many psychology students and creators under one roof. Students who are curious, asking questions, serious about their careers, and genuinely wanting to become better professionals. In a country like India, seeing psychology get the space and platform it deserves feels incredibly special.

I facilitated a session simplifying the RCI and NCAHP guidelines, reconnected with fellow psychology creators, and met so many people who reminded me why I do what I do.

I can only hope that 10-15 years from now, we look back at this generation and see professionals who are not just qualified, but compassionate, competent, and actually making a difference in people's lives. And I'm so glad I get to play a small part in that journey.

A special thank you to @aditi who travelled all the way from her race to shoot content for me (the kind of effort you don't take for granted 🥹), and to @tanish_sng, who is always my biggest support system. For holding all my things, helping me gather myself when I'm all over the place, and being the steady anchor to my chaos. These little wins feel so much bigger when your people are there to celebrate them with you.

Thank you, @kunwarinayat and @hiteshsanwall for having me at Confab. Here's to more spaces like these, and to a future where mental health professionals get to make the difference this country so deeply needs. 🫶🏻

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Someone asked if I was tired of fake smiling and needed a break. There’s something you should know about me.

The time around my birthday is usually low. The days are getting shorter, birthday blues are doing their rounds, I want to be by myself, yet these events force me to be around people who are full of enthusiasm and happiness. I love every moment of them. It’s probably my favorite week of the year. I get to talk, smile, laugh, and share moments with people I probably won’t see again for a year.

A PhD is a lonely process. A PhD in Psychology, even more so. You might think a large online community means there are always people nearby I can talk to, but that is not true. Remember when I kept an open invitation for my birthday party two years ago, and no one showed up? (😅)

So when I get the chance to be around people, I will grab it with both hands. I have gotten used to being alone. I even like to tell myself I enjoy it, but the truth is I like being outgoing, and talking and having fun. So if you think these events drain energy out of me, they do... a little...but they also immediately become the best part of my week straight away. All the interactions, all the photos, all the smiles and the jokes, they are all very real for me, cause, in some ways, they are all I have.

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Training Season's over because my babyyy is engaged!?!💍❤️✨😭

Wait whaaaaa. I stilllll remember all the shaadi conversations we had in bachelors. The one where I said, "teri shaadi pe speech dungi" and to finally knowing it's closer than ever?? When did we grow up?

You were the girl i fought lesbian allegations with. What am I gonna do now?

From work wife, to business partner, to each other's emergency contacts and first good mornings. I can't wait for this to happen and I'm so so happy for you. 🩷🩷🩷
@kabeerbaweja congratulations for getting featured hahah and you and I have a lot to talk about. But so glad to have in the FAMMM. You're one lucky man. And Just FYI, always told her, you're home to her. (Metaphorically and quite realistically)🥰🥰

Congratulations guys. ❤️❤️ All the love, luck to you. NO NAZAR whatsoever 🧿🧿🧿

Ik I'll cry. She knows I will. But it's all the happy tears. Love youu🩷😭🩷

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Psychologists spend so much of their time holding space for others that we rarely stop to ask what makes them feel seen. So this National Psychologist Appreciation Day, we did exactly that! ♥️

Their answers are a beautiful reminder that appreciation isn’t always grand...it can be as simple as trust, respect, genuine feedback, or seeing someone’s life change for the better.

To every psychologist reading this: thank you for the work you do, the empathy you offer, and the spaces you create for healing! ✨
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WE SURVIVED THIS HOUSE Ft. EVICTION PARTY💋✨♥️
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#party #casual #summerparty

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Five years ago, That Desi Psychologist began with a simple vision…to create a space where mental health felt more accessible, relatable, and human.

Today, that vision has grown into a community that has reached students, aspiring psychologists, parents, working professionals, and so many others through therapy, learning, conversations, and connection.

Every milestone has been made possible by the people behind the scenes and everyone who has trusted this journey. To our team, our community, and everyone who has been a part of TDP over the last five years, THANK YOU for believing in this vision and helping shape what it is today.

Here’s to five years of growth and impact and to everything that’s still ahead. ❤️✨

A heartfelt thank you to Aditi Jain for penning the beautiful poem that brings this journey to life. Your words have captured the heart of TDP in a way we couldn’t have expressed ourselves!
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Comment “upskill” to get the registration link straight to your DMs! 🚀
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Off Campus but On Duty 💁🏻‍♀️
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#psychologist #therapist #offcampus

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The lineup is finally here! ⭐️
Meet the facilitators shaping our Summer Internship and Training Program.

If you haven’t registered already, what are you waiting for? Comment “internship” to get the link 🔗

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Just upgraded from crayons to contracts 😌💅
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Grateful for the feedback, and the belief you put in us ♥️

If you’re someone who’s feeling confused about their career and is seeking guidance, we’re here for you! All you need to do is follow these steps:

1. Go to our official website: www.thatdesipsychologist.in 🔗
2. Click on the three-line menu icon located in the upper-right corner and navigate to the “Academic and Career” section.
3. From the dropdown options, select “Mentoring Sessions.”
4. Scroll down to read about our mentors, then click on “Book a Session” to proceed with your appointment!
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Warning: May cause sudden urge to attend our next Mental Health Picnic👀♥️
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