Training & Internship

Practice-led learning spaces for students, aspiring therapists and curious minds. 

Mental health training and internships should feel as human as the work  itself. At Unmasking Collective, our counselling training and internship programmes are spaces where curiosity is taken seriously — designed for students and early-career folks who want more than theory.

Expect real conversations, practitioners who’ve lived it, and learning that actually stays with you.

Learn, reflect, and grow with a community that gets it.

Psychology in Real Life

15-Day Hybrid Internship for Classes 11 & 12
Dates: June 8 – 20, 2026

A beginner-friendly psychology internship where school students explored psychology beyond textbooks and understood how it connects to everyday life, emotions, relationships, stress, identity, and mental health.

We held our first cohort with school students, who learned through interactive sessions led by counselling psychologists, clinical psychologists, and researchers, along with mentorship, Q&A discussions, and career guidance..

What students covered

How we think: cognitive distortions and thinking patterns.
Emotions, why they exist and regulation.
Identity, friendships, and belonging: Erikson and social psychology.
Stress, social media, and coping: what actually helps.
What happens in therapy: real approaches, demystified.
Psychology as a career: clinical, counselling, research, and more.

Format

15-day hybrid programme
Online learning modules
2 in-person Lab Days in Gurgaon
Roleplays, peer learning & mentorship sessions
Final presentation: Psychology in Your Life

SCHOOL INTERNSHIP

Groundwork Cohort 2

Supervised Internship & Training Programme for BA, MA Students &
Early Career Therapists
Duration: October - November 2026

A 2-month practice-led training programme designed for psychology students and emerging therapists who want to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and real-world therapeutic practice. Groundwork combines supervision, roleplays, webinars, reflective practice, and mentorship to help participants develop confidence, practical understanding, and ethical awareness within mental health spaces. Participants learn from Unmasking Collective’s network of counselling psychologists, clinical psychologists, researchers, and practitioners working across diverse specialisations.

What Participants Will Experience

Supervision space : Weekly group supervision to bring real questions, case discussions, and ethical dilemmas.
Roleplay lab : UC-facilitated sessions building from foundational listening to live case complexity.
Application-based webinars : Affirmative care, couples work, art therapy, psychopharmacology, trauma, relational frameworks, modalities in Indian context, and more.
Mental health landscape webinars : Community mental health, policy, ethics, lived experience, Indian contexts.
Curated weekly readings and reflective writing : Tied to each week's themes.
Access to UC's practitioner network and diverse team.
Sessions led by practitioners from institutions including DU, King’s College London, Columbia University, University of Edinburgh & more Access to all UC community events during the programme.

Format
Two Ways to Join Groundwork

Moving Into Practice

Final Year MA Students & Early Career Therapists

Designed for participants who are closer to entering clinical practice or already beginning their professional journey.

Includes:
8 weeks of group supervision
12 roleplay sessions
16 live webinars
Weekly reflective writing & readings
Supervised pro bono client work (where eligible)
Certificate + participation letter with detailed training hours

Starting Out

BA Students & First-Year MA Students

Designed for students who are early in their psychology journey and want structured exposure to practical learning.

Includes:
8 weeks of group supervision
Roleplay & mentorship sessions
16 live webinars
Weekly reflective writing & readings
Exposure to diverse therapeutic perspectives
Certificate + participation letter with detailed training hours

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"Groundwork gave me a real ground-level view of the field. The team shared their experience generously, answered every question with honesty, and I walked away understanding how different therapeutic modalities actually work in practice."
Isha Khadela
Isha KhadelaPsychology student
"The program exceeded my expectations — I now feel confident starting my own private practice. Every session was well thought out, and feedback was always taken constructively and acted on quickly."
Sanket
SanketEarly career therapist & nutritionist
"The role-play sessions were the real highlight. There's a difference between reading about a technique and running it live — doing that a few times changed how I show up in a room now."
Aadish Jain
Aadish JainEarly career therapist & Phd Scholar
"Monday supervision feels as real and raw as they come. I'm seeing how therapists outside of therapy are just humans who doubt, question, and constantly work on themselves, it tells me there's room for error and improvement."
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ABHYA SHARMA
RCI Licensed Associate Clinical Psychologist
Professional Diploma in Clinical Psychology
SGT University

Therapy with Abhya is rooted in a relational, Existential-Humanistic approach — a space where you slow down and explore your pressing concerns against the backdrop of existential themes like freedom, mortality, meaning in life, and loneliness. A session with Abhya might look like slowing down time, where we don’t rush to solve a problem, but just stay with the experience to let the answers emerge.


Therapeutic modalities and approaches:

Relational Therapy, Existential-Humanistic Therapy, Psychometric Assessment & Diagnostic Evaluation


Concerns she works with (but not limited to):

Emotional dysregulation, Depression, Anxiety, Anger issues, Relationship concerns.

SANIYA KAPUR
Consultant Clinical Psychologist (A) -
RCI Registered
UNESCO-CID Certified Expressive Arts Therapist
MA Psychology (Psychosocial Clinical Studies)
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Delhi.

Therapy with Saniya is an intentional and light space where you can slow down, reflect, and build tools to navigate what feels overwhelming or stuck. Her approach is authentic and grounded in deep respect for each person’s unique lived experiences. Sessions balance reflection with practical strategies, allowing space for insight as well as skill-building. She views art as a powerful medium for emotional expression and integrates an eclectic blend of talk-based and art-based modalities within sessions.


Therapeutic modalities and approaches: 

Person-Centered Therapy, DBT-informed techniques, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Expressive Arts Therapy.


Concerns she works with (but not limited to):

  Mood dysregulation, anxiety, emotional regulation, relationship concerns, work stress, adjustment issues, substance use, self-esteem, life transitions, and more.


Concerns she does not work with presently: 

Active crisis cases.

ISHA NAGPAL
Clinical Psychologist (A) - RCI Registered
MSc. Applied Clinical Psychology
University of Bath

Therapy with Isha is a safe and supportive space where you can slow down, talk openly, and understand yourself better. Isha sees therapy as a space that belongs to you, where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences together without judgement. Her aim is to help you feel more aware of yourself, more confident in making choices, and better able to handle difficult thoughts and emotions.


Therapeutic modalities and approaches: 

Person-Centered Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavioural Therapy


Concerns she works with (but not limited to):

Mood dysregulation, Anxiety, Relationship concerns, Grief, Work stress, Adjustment issues, Confidence and Self-esteem.


Concerns she does not work with presently: 

In-patient clients.

KHETAN MAHESHWARI
Consultant Counselling Psychologist
MSc Clinical Psychology
CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore

Therapy with Ketan is a space for depth, reflection, and honest exploration. His work invites individuals to move toward understanding their emotional experiences, relationships, desires, conflicts, and patterns that shape their inner world. Together, therapy becomes a process of uncovering the visible and invisible parts of the self – the experiences carried from childhood, the ways one has learned to protect themselves, and parts of the past that continue to echo in the present.

His approach is relational, trauma-informed, queer-affirmative, and deeply attuned to the emotional, cultural, familial, social, and political realities that influence a person’s lived experience. Therapy with him is not about being “fixed”, rather, understanding, developing greater awareness, self and emotional insight, and the ability to make choices in one’s life and relationships, beyond conscious and unconscious patterns.

 

Therapeutic modalities and approaches:

Psychodynamic Therapy, Humanistic-Existential Therapy, Trauma-Informed, Queer-Affirmative, Relational, Socioculturally sensitive. 

 

Concerns he works with (but not limited to):

Childhood trauma, anxiety, relationships and interpersonal concerns, attachment, family, parent-child relationship, self-image, borderline states of mind, grief, adjustment and transition concerns, gender and sexual identity exploration, emotional regulation and self-exploration, and men’s mental health. 

 

Concerns he does not work with presently:

Active suicidal ideation and active high risk self-harm requiring immediate intervention, active psychosis. 

MRIDU GOEL
Consultant Counselling Psychologist
MSc. in Counselling Studies,
University of Edinburgh

Mridu is a counselling psychologist who offers a safe, inclusive space grounded in empathy, compassion, honesty, trust, and unconditional positive regard. She aims to creates an authentic environment where every layer of an individual is welcomed and valued, meeting them where they are. Her approach is cool, collaborative, and curious, balancing depth with ease, and supporting growth through vulnerability, meaningful conversations, and engaging activities.

 

Therapeutic approach and modalities: 

Eclectic approach tailored to clients’ needs, Person-centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy
Culturally sensitive and socially informed lens.

Concerns she works with (but not limited to): 

Low mood, anxiety, relationship, childhood & family issues, sexual health & well-being, self-esteem, confidence issues, emotional neglect, work & academic issues, body image issues, attachment issues, grief, adjustment issues.

Concerns she does not work with presently: 

Addictions, active psychosis clients, OCD.

SAMADRITA
Consultant Consultant Psychologist
M.A. in Clinical Psychology, NSFU, Gujarat
PG Diploma in Psycho-Oncology, Texas School of Mental Health (Pursuing)

Therapy with Samadrita (Sam) is a gentle, safety-minded walk together. We’ll collaborate on the pace and priorities, slow down to have meaningful conversations, and hold space for your emotions and depth. My focus is on your lived experiences, core values, and the personal narratives that have shaped immensely who you are today. My role is to walk alongside you, helping you feel heard, seen, and more connected to yourself, especially during life’s difficult or confusing phases.

 

Therapeutic modalities & approach: 

Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Practices, Trauma-Focused ACT (TF-ACT), Advanced EFT Practitioner (Certified by EFTMRA, UK), Matrix Re-Imprinting Therapy (Childhood & Trauma)

Concerns she works with (but not limited to):

Anxiety, low mood and depression, loss & grief, childhood trauma, identity exploration, understanding sense of self, relationship difficulties, life transitions (migration, empty-nest)

Concerns she does not work with presently:

Addictions, eating disorders, and sexual health. 

AFRITI MOSES
Consultant Counselling Psychologist
M.Sc in Clinical Psychology
CHRIST (Deemed to be University)

Therapy with Afriti is a collaborative and steady space to slow down and understand what feels confusing, overwhelming, or repetitive in your life. She works alongside you to explore relationship dynamics, emotional patterns, and the ways your past experiences may be shaping your present. Sessions move at your pace and centre what you wish to bring, while also offering reflections and practical tools to help you respond with greater awareness and intention.

Therapeutic modalities and approaches: 

Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), DBT-informed techniques, Culturally sensitive and trauma-informed lens.

Concerns she works with (but not limited to):

Anxiety and emotional overwhelm, trauma and childhood-related themes, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, stress and burnout, life transitions, identity, self-understanding, and more. 

Concerns she does not work with presently:

Eating disorders, clients experiencing active psychosis

NICOLE MENEZES
Consultant Counselling Psychologist
MA in Clinical Psychology, Mumbai University

Therapy with Nicole is a space where you don’t have to constantly edit yourself. With safety we try to slow down, untangle patterns, and gently make sense of all feelings. It’s collaborative, compassionate and sometimes humourous, helping you move towards places you want to be at. 

Looking at your relationships, triggers, stories, and figuring out what feels fitting vs what doesn’t, you’re met with curiosity, not judgment, and we work at a pace that is best suited for you. All parts are always welcome. 

Therapeutic modalities and approaches: 

Integrated Modalities + process oriented (trauma informed, ND and Queer Affirming): Transactional Analysis (T.A.), Internal Family Systems (I.F.S.), Relational, Gestalt, etc.

Concerns she works with (but not limited to):

Neurodivergent umbrella, anxiety and emotional regulation, C-PTSD and trauma, interpersonal difficulties, work-related stressors, grief and loss, life transitions, and more.

Concerns she does not work with presently:

Active psychosis

SANJANA SARIN
Consultant Counselling Psychologist
MA Applied Psychology, specialization in Clinical psychology, University of Delhi

Therapy with Sanjana is collaborative and client-led, shaped by what feels most important to bring into the room. Sessions are conversational, reflective, and paced gently. The therapeutic relationship is central to her work; feeling safe, understood, and able to be honest matters. She brings curiosity and encourages exploration rather than rushing toward solutions. Over time, the process supports deeper self-understanding, more emotional awareness, and greater choice in how you respond to yourself, your relationships, and your life.

 

Therapeutic modalities and approaches: 

Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, queer-affirmative, social justice-oriented, and non-pathologising. 

Concerns she works with (but not limited to): 

Grief and loss of different forms, self-exploration and identity, life transitions, loneliness, navigating social and familial expectations, attachment-related concerns, emotional concerns, and more.

Concerns she does not work with presently: 

Active suicidal ideation and emergencies, addiction, active psychosis. 

SANYA BAGGA
MSc Global Mental Health,
King’s College London

Therapy with Sanya is a collaborative and gentle space where you don’t have to perform or “have it all figured out.” She walks alongside you, helping you explore your emotional world, understand patterns, and reconnect with parts of yourself that may feel distant or overwhelmed. Sessions integrate reflective depth with practical tools, supporting both insight and meaningful change.

Therapeutic modalities and approaches: 

Trauma-focused practice, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Transactional Analysis 101 (ITAA Certified), psychodynamic lens, culturally and socially informed perspective.

Concerns she works with (but not limited to):

Trauma and its long-term impact, OCD (including lived experience-informed support), anxiety and overthinking, emotional regulation difficulties, identity exploration and self-understanding, relationship patterns and attachment dynamics, self-worth and inner criticism, life transitions, feeling disconnected from oneself and more.