Ramya PoojaryMental Health Professional

About

Ramya Poojary

Internationally trained mental health professional with over 8 years of experience supporting vulnerable populations across India and Canada.

"I bring together counselling, mindfulness, and genuine compassion to help people feel heard and supported."

Professional Journey

From Chennai to Toronto, every role has taught me something new about showing up for people when it matters most.

Case Manager

Good Shepherd

Professional

Provide case management, crisis intervention, harm reduction, and supportive counselling to cis women, trans, and non-binary individuals facing violence, abuse, mental illness, homelessness, poverty, and substance use.

MSW Student & Clinical Intern

Wilfrid Laurier University / St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

Academic

Completing Master of Social Work with clinical internship placement at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton.

Wellness Coach

Accenture

Professional

Provided emotional and psychological support to employees. Conducted 50+ workshops, campaigns, and group sessions on mental health awareness, benefiting 150+ employees.

Volunteer - Recreational Support

Martindale Place (Senior Retirement Home)

Community

Supported seniors with recreational activities and emotional wellbeing.

Wellness Coach / Mental Health Counsellor

HCL Healthcare

Professional

Ran counselling sessions, managed cases, and coordinated referrals across clinical teams.

Counselling Psychologist

The Banyan NGO

Community

Worked directly with homeless women living with mental illness, providing counselling and social support. Led the 'Home Again' project funded by Grand Challenges Canada. Trained 90 prison officials on recognizing mental health issues in first-time offenders.

Counselling Coordinator & Mindfulness Facilitator

Isha Life Health Solutions

Professional

Managed counselling services and led mindfulness programs for clients.

Elder Care Consultant

Naimisha Elder Care Clinic, Chennai

Professional

Provided elder care consultation and emotional support to seniors and their families.

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Wilfrid Laurier University

MSW Internship at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

In Progress

Mini Master's in Health Care Administration

TMU University

2023

Diploma in Social Service Worker

Centennial College

2023–2025

Fundamentals of Gerontology & Essentials of Counselling

George Brown College, Toronto

2023

MSc in Applied Psychology

Annamalai University, India

2014

BA in Journalism, English Literature & Psychology

Mangalore University

2012

Certifications

Standard First Aid & CPR / AED Level C

Red Cross Canada

2023

Dementia Care Training

Alzheimer Society of Toronto

2023

Gentle Persuasive Approach

Alzheimer Society of Toronto

2023

Food Handling Certificate

AAPS College

2023

Crisis Management Certificate

Udemy

2023

The Arts and Science of Relationship: Understanding Human Needs

University of Pennsylvania

2023

Counselling and Mental Health

Mangalore University

2023

Looking for counselling support?

Book a session or explore services through Sattva Serenity.

Explore Services at Sattva Serenity