Dr. Aroline K Tom

Bright Ray - Authentic mental health & well-being services in a single platform! It was an ambitious dream and the tasks involved reflected that ambition. Stepping into this daring adventure has been a perpetual passion of mine emboldened by my curiosity towards the field of psychology and my experience being a mental health professional for more than a decade in different capacities such as an academician, researcher, therapist, and trainer. My cherished collaboration with Dr. Susha (my mentor and philosopher) has allowed us both to grow together and expand our team with committed professionals who hold strong credentials. While digitalising the process and services wasn't an easy feat, our team was dedicated to reach those who need our skilled support across the globe. Those relentless efforts has equipped us today to offer all of our services through online platforms including counselling, training, wellness coaching or any other support. That ambitious dream has made strides towards rewarding results. At Bright Ray, we are delighted to be a part of your wellness journey as a fellow traveller!

Academic Qualifications+
  • PhD in Psychology under CHRIST (deemed to be) University, Bengaluru on the topic “Self-Care Practices, Professional Quality of Life and Challenges: An Exploration among Counsellors in Kerala”.
  • Masters in Psychology (MSc) from Calicut University (University Topper)
Additional Qualifications +
  • Certification in Professional Supervision from Australian Counselling Association
  • Certification in Healing with the Arts from University of Florida
  • Certification in Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Certification on Existential Well-being Counselling: A Person-centred Experiential Approach from KU LEUVEN University
  • Certification in Women Entrepreneur Development Programme, IIM Kozhikode
  • Certification in Research Methods from University of London
  • Certification in Research Ethics Online Training from The Global Health Training Centre
  • Qualified UGC – JRF in Psychology
  • Qualified State Eligibility Test( SET) in Psychology
  • Certified Practitioner in Neuro Linguistic Programme (NLP)
Work Experience+
  • External Consultant & Subject Expert, Integrated Child Protection Scheme- Department of Women and Child Development, Govt. of Kerala
  • Assistant Professor (guest), Department of Counselling Psychology, Loyola College of Social Sciences, Trivandrum, Kerala
  • Faculty, Post Graduate Diploma Course in Counselling conducted by University of Kerala
  • Trainer in specific Development Programmes at Loyola Extension Services, Trivandrum, Kerala
  • Guest Lecturer in Psychology at Govt. Higher Secondary School, Malappuram, Kerala
  • Psychologist at Rehabilitative Institute for Cognitively and Communicatively Challenged, Malappuram, Kerala
Major Professional Engagements+
  • Mental Health promotional talks and discussions in All India Radio
  • Experiential training workshops on Stress Management and Self Development as part of Capacity Building Program for the Officials from KASE, Animal Husbandry Department, Motor Vehicle Department and Excise Department organized by Digital University, Kerala
  • Employee Wellness Training Workshop Series for employees of Envestnet Asset Management (India) Pvt. Ltd
  • Training session on Parenting of Adolescents: A Psychological Approach for employees of Allianz Technology, Technopark, Trivandrum, Kerala
  • Employee Wellness Sessions for Employees of Noratel India Power Components (India) Pvt. Ltd, Technopark, Trivandrum, Kerala
  • State Panellist of External Mentors of Walk With Scholar Programme by Department of Collegiate Education
  • Curriculum Development Activities and Training of Trainers (TOT) programs organised by Additional Skill Acquisition Program (ASAP)
  • Experiential Training Session Series on “Caring the Young: The Power of Influence” for Child Care Associates from Child Care Institutions under Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Kerala
  • Invited lectures and experiential learning sessions on Basic Counselling Skills, Gender sensitization and Interpersonal Communication at UGC- Human Resource Development Centre (Academic Staff College), University of Kerala
  • Session on “Life Skills – Concept and Examples” for Student Police Cadets broadcasted in Drisyapadam- Kite Victres Channel
  • Experiential training session on Counselling Process & Techniques for 90 Paediatricians (Pan India)
  • Sessions on “Mental Health and Well-being of Young Adults” for UG & PG students of different colleges across Kerala
  • Specific Training Programme For School Teachers as part of Souhridaya teachers training programme carried out by Department of Higher Secondary Education as part of Adolescence Counselling and Health Care Programme
  • Staff Development Programme for Colleges & Schools ( Vimala College Trissur, Marian Arts & Science College, NISH, Marthomma College of Science and Technology, Viswaprakash Central School Trivandrum, Loyola School Mukunthara, Emmanuel College Trivandrum)
  • Interactive webinars on Gaming Disorder and Adolescent Parenting as part of Responsible Parenting Webinar Series conducted by Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Kerala
  • Series of Awareness programmes (Parental/Adolescence/Counselling) for varied groups organised by many Government departments, Schools, NGOs and Residence Associations
  • Counselling Training Programme for college teachers as part of Walk With Scholar Programme & Scholar Support Programme organised by Department of Higher Education
  • Counselling Training Programs For Community Workers of Trivandrum Social Service Society
  • Manasasthrashilpasala on Depression as part of regional conference of CCPI, Kerala Chapter
  • Clergy Awareness Programme on Mid Life Crisis of Priests at Bishops Clergy, Diocese of Kannur, Kerala
Major Research Works & Publications+
  • Evaluative study on “Family Strengthening and Responsible Parenting Initiatives” of Department of Women and Child Development, Govt. of Kerala
  • Authored three books, Koumaravum Kudumbavum : Chila Vichinthanagal (ISBN : 978- 93-5311-487-9) , Self-Development Techniques(ISBN: 978-93-5311-040-6) and Resource Book on Disorders of Childhood (ISBN-978-93-5311-252-3)
  • Book Chapter “Pretty Women Under The Veil of Secrecy- Vulnerability, Violence and Gender Inequality of Female Sex Workers: A Kerala Perspective” in Making of Distinctions: Towards a Social Science of Inclusive Oppositions, edited by Antony Palackal, Nandita Chaudhary and Giuseppina Marsico published by Information Age Publishing, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
  • Article on “Supervision- A Glance into the Counselling Practice in India with Special Reference to Kerala” in Wisdom (Newsletter of Indian Academy of Professional Supervisors)
  • Article on “Mental Health of Youth: Post Pandemic Perspective” featured in Newsletter, ASAP Kerala
  • Article on “Study Habits for School Children” in Thalir – a Children’s Magazine by Kerala Balasahithya Institute
  • Article on “Exploration of Parenting Styles in Mentally Retarded Children”, International Journal of Educational Aspects, Management Studies and Applied Science, Volume 2, issue5, ISSN: 2320-0383
  • Co-authored article on “Test Anxiety and Emotional Intelligence among Adolescents”(2017), Indian Journal of Positive Psychology, Volume 8, Issue 3, ISSN: 2229-4937
  • Presented a paper on “Attitude Towards Seeking Professional Counselling Help Among College Students” ( 4th International Conference on Counselling, Psychotherapy and Wellness (ICCP 2019) at Christ Deemed to be University, Bangalore)
  • Presented a paper on “A Positive Look At The Power Of Human Strengths: Forgiveness and Subjective Happiness Among Young IT Professionals” (5th International & 7th National Indian Psychological Science Congress, Punjab University, Chandigarh)
  • Presented a paper on “ Pretty Women Under The Veil of Secrecy- Vulnerability, Violence and Gender Inequality of Female Sex Workers: A Kerala Perspective” (ICSSR sponsored Collaborative Inter National Seminar On “Gender at the intersection of identity and community: Viewing the landscape of culture in a Changing World” Organised by Department of Sociology, University of Kerala)
  • Presented a paper on “ Test Anxiety and Emotional Intelligence among Adolescents” ( National Conference On “Contemporary Psychological Issues Among Adolescents- The Way Forward ” Organised by Sacred Heart College, Thirupattur and University of Periyar)
  • Presented a paper on “Exploration of Parenting Styles in Mentally Retarded Children” ( National seminar on “School Psychology: Mental Health Challenges” Organised by Indian School Psychology Association & Department of Psychology, University of Calicut)
Membership in Professional Associations+
  • Associate Member- American Psychological Association
  • Member - Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (IACP)
  • Professional Member- Indian Academy of Professional Supervisors
  • Life Member- Association of Allied Health Professionals
  • Life Member- Kerala Counsellors’ Forum
  • Life Member- Conference of Catholic Psychologists of India
  • Member- International Editorial Advisory Board for International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science ISSN 2454-6186
  • Life Member- Association For Psychological Counselling, Christian Counselling Centre, Vellore
  • Member- Association of Neuro Linguistic Programming, India, Ref - ANLP7339

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