Psychologist
Internshala
About the job
About the role
We are looking for a Psychology expert or early-career mental health professional to provide ongoing emotional support and accountability to a founder.
This is NOT a traditional therapy role.
The ideal candidate will act as a proactive support partner, helping maintain healthy routines, emotional stability, and productivity through regular check-ins and on-demand support when required.
Responsibilities
~Conduct daily check-ins via WhatsApp or calls.
~Help maintain routine, including:
Sleep schedule
Meals and hydration
Exercise and movement
Medication and supplement adherence
Work accountability
~Provide short emotional support calls (10-15 minutes) during periods of anxiety, grief, emotional overwhelm, or stress.
~Help identify cognitive distortions, negative thinking patterns, and emotional triggers.
~Encourage healthy coping strategies and emotional regulation techniques.
~Track overall wellbeing and flag concerns proactively.
~Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Requirements
~Completed Bachelor's/Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling Psychology, or related field.
~Strong empathy and active listening skills.
~Understanding of CBT, emotional regulation, grief, anxiety, and behaviour change principles.
~Comfortable providing support through calls and messaging.
~Reliable, responsive, and highly accountable.
~Previous counselling, coaching, or mental health internship experience is preferred.
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