ICHARS Support Foundation is a non-profit arm of ICHARS, Institute of Clinical Hypnosis And Related Sciences, focusing on promoting the mental health CASE – “Bringing about Change through Awareness, Support, and Education.” Our work is based on the belief that by raising public awareness, educating communities, and equipping every person with the right tools, we can foster optimal mental health.
We have weekly Support Groups, namely: The talk it out Support Group, a safe space for people to vent out their emotions, and the Psychologist Support Group, a peer learning space where practitioners from the field of Psychology meet every week and have case discussions, share tips, and techniques with the fellow members of the group.
ICHARS Support Foundation has also initiated “The VisitMHP challenge”, an initiative that focuses on requesting people to seek help for better mental health before it’s too late.
INTERNSHIPS
60 hrs internship/ Eclectic Approach to Psychotherapy:
A free 60-hour (6 weeks) online internship program on conceptual understanding of the eclectic approach to psychotherapy program is offered monthly for psychology students and aspiring practitioners. As a part of this online internship program, the interns understand the concepts of 50+ techniques to address any presenting problems by clients. This is a self-paced internship program with pre-recorded videos and a weekly live Q&A discussion with the lead mentor, the CEO and Founder of ICHARS – Mr.Nitin Shah. 53 interns successfully completed this internship program.
Program – Free online internship to a conceptual understanding of the eclectic approach to psychotherapy
No of interns – 53 interns between the period of 1st August 2024 to 10th September 2024.
Duration – 60-hour internship program (i.e., for six weeks). We have new batches that are commenced during the first week of every month.
VISIT MHP
Visit MHP is an initiative to Spread awareness about the importance of visiting a mental health practitioner even before reaching the stage of disorders and offer Peer Support to Practitioners with free training programs, structured mentorship & a lot more.
- Support group Case discussions
We, as an institute, strongly believe that our role as a trainer does not end when the training session ends. Often, practitioners need help with certain clients, and to help our trained professionals on that front, we have case discussion meetings twice every month.
This platform enables our students to get in touch with us, discuss the various cases they have been handling, and clarify the
Topic – Case discussions (doubts and session flow details clarified for coaches & therapists who seek help with their ongoing cases)
Conducted By: Mr. Nitin Shah
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists and coaches
No of participants – 15 participants
No. of sessions – 1
Date – 13th August 2024
Duration – 1 – 1 & half hours (monthly one session
- Addressing specific Client Issues:
Addressing Specific Client Issues” is a targeted webinar series created in collaboration with ICHARS, focused on discussing and navigating specific challenges encountered in client cases. This webinar provides a platform for psychologists to explore real-world scenarios, share insights, and receive expert advice on handling complex client issues. By participating in these interactive sessions, mental health professionals can enhance their problem-solving skills, gain new perspectives, and improve their therapeutic approaches, ultimately leading to better client outcomes.
Topic – Addressing excessive worry, fear, or nervousness that disrupts daily life
Conducted By: Omkar Pawar
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists
No of participants – 12 Participants
No. of sessions – 1 (per month)
Date- 6th August 2024
Duration – 1 hours
- Destressing for MHPs:
“Destressing for MHPs,” a meditation series developed in collaboration with ICHARS, is specifically designed for mental health professionals. This series offers guided meditation sessions aimed at reducing stress, enhancing emotional well-being, and promoting self-care. By incorporating mindfulness practices into their routine, psychologists can maintain their mental health, improve their resilience, and sustain their ability to provide high-quality care to their clients. “Destressing for MHPs” supports mental health professionals in achieving balance and tranquility in their demanding careers.
Topic – Boundary Blurring: Struggles in Maintaining Professional Limits as a Mental Health Practitioner
Conducted By: Kiran Khullar
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists
No of participants – 8 Participants
No. of sessions – 1
Date- 8th August 2024
Duration – 1 hours
- Talk it out:
“Talk It Out” is an innovative initiative launched in collaboration with ICHARS designed to empower psychologists by fostering emotionally and financially fulfilling careers. Through this program, participants engage in peer learning and support communities, enabling them to share experiences, collaborate on challenges, and exchange best practices. “Talk It Out” creates a dynamic environment where mental health professionals can thrive both personally and professionally.
Topic – Boundary Blurring: Struggles in Maintaining Professional Limits as a Mental Health Practitioner
Conducted By: Ranjit Kaur
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists
No of participants – 10 Participants
No. of sessions – 1 (per month)
Date- 1st August 2024
Duration – 1 hours (monthly one session)
- Technique Workshop:
The “Technique Workshop,” developed in collaboration with ICHARS, offers psychologists an intensive training experience focused on advanced therapeutic techniques. This workshop provides hands-on learning opportunities, expert guidance, and interactive sessions to enhance participants’ skills. By integrating cutting-edge methods into their practice, psychologists can deliver more effective treatments and achieve better client outcomes, thereby advancing their professional capabilities.
- Topic – Unlocking the Power of Metaphors in Therapy
Conducted By: Kiran Khullar
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists
No of participants – 8 Participants
No. of sessions – 1
Date- 29th August 2024
Duration – 1 hours
- Scaling your practice:
“Scaling Practice,” an initiative in collaboration with ICHARS, is dedicated to helping psychologists expand their practices sustainably and successfully. This program provides strategic insights, business development tools to assist mental health professionals in growing their client base, optimizing their services, and increasing their financial stability. “Scaling Practice” empowers psychologists to build robust, thriving practices that make a significant impact in the field of mental health.
Topic – Streamlining Administrative Tasks: How to create an effective To-do List
Conducted By: Arsshi Singh
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists
No of participants – 10 Participants
No. of sessions – 1
Date- 15th August 2024
Duration – 1 hours
Live Workshop: Topic – Blueprint for success: Crafting a flourishing mental health practice
Conducted By: Jyoti Gujaran
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists and Students
No of participants – 12 Participants
No. of sessions – 1
Date- 25th August 2024
Duration – 1 hours
In partnership with CareerNaksha, who serve as our collaborator course providers for career counseling, we host bi-weekly YouTube live sessions.
These sessions take place on both, their platform and the ISF platform, as part of the VisitMHP initiative, every other Wednesday
- Topic – Give Yourself the gift of Unconditional love
Platform: Careernaksha youtube channel
Conducted By: Nidhi Roy
Beneficiary – Practicing psychologists and psychology students
Date- 28th August 2024
Duration – 1 hours