Pauline Palmu Bhutia

Counselor/Psycho Oncologist UNESCO-CID Expressive Art Therapy

Gangtok, Sikkim, India

About

๐ŸŽ“ Clinical Psychology Graduate ๐Ÿ”น Recent graduate in Clinical Psychology with a strong passion for understanding and addressing the psychological aspects of cancer care. ๐Ÿ”น Special interest and focused study in Psycho-Oncology, exploring the emotional and mental health needs of individuals facing cancer diagnoses and treatments. ๐Ÿ”น Experienced in working with children in school settings, providing support and counseling to enhance their emotional well-being and academic success. ๐Ÿ”น Proficient in conducting assessments, providing therapy, and developing tailored interventions to meet the unique needs of clients across various age groups. ๐Ÿ”น Prior experience in private clinics, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive mental health services. ๐Ÿ”น Actively seeking opportunities to contribute my skills and knowledge in clinical psychology to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Experience

  • Psycho Oncologist / Counselor at STNM Hospital, Sochakgang, Health and Family Welfare Department
    Oct 2025 - Present ยท 10 mos

    Working as a Counselor (Psycho-Oncologist) at STNM Hospital, Gangtok, supporting cancer patients and their families through emotional, psychological, and behavioral care to enhance overall well-being and resilience.

  • Consultant Psycho Oncologist at 4baseCare
    Aug 2024 - Aug 2025 ยท 1 yr 1 mo

    Handling cases as a consultant for Nepali Community in cancer care.

  • Expressive Art Therapy Trainee at Therapy Palette
    May 2024 - Aug 2024 ยท 4 mos

  • Counselling Psychologist at Fineappl
    Mar 2024 - May 2024 ยท 3 mos

  • Participant at Cancer Patients Aid Association
    Jan 2024 - Jan 2024 ยท 1 mo

    โ— Training programme under Dr. Sushmita and Dr. Shubha Maudgal. โ— Introduction to Psycho Oncology and its importance โ— Counselling skills, loss and grief, palliative care counselling.