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About the Department
The Department of Psychology was established on 12th September, 2012 as a constituent unit of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Assam Don Bosco University with the aim of giving opportunity to the budding psychologists to bridge the gap between theory and practice. It is committed to excellence in teaching, research and professional practice. With a multidisciplinary and contemporary approach, the department aims to nurture critical thinking, scientific inquiry and ethical practice among students while addressing diverse psychological needs in society.
The department offers a Bachelor’s programme aligned with NEP, Master’s programmes with specializations in Clinical, Counselling, and Organizational Behaviour (OB), and a Ph.D. programme, providing students with strong theoretical foundations and hands-on training. Through a blend of academic learning, field exposure, internships, and research, the department prepares students to become competent, socially responsible and culturally sensitive professionals.
Students are encouraged to engage in real-world applications across healthcare, education, industry and community settings, equipping them to contribute meaningfully to individual well-being and organizational effectiveness.
Aim of the Department (Specialization-wise)
Clinical Psychology
- To equip students with scientific knowledge and clinical skills for assessment, diagnosis and intervention of psychological disorders.
- To develop ethical and culturally sensitive practitioners capable of working in mental health and healthcare settings.
Counselling Psychology
- To train students in therapeutic skills to promote mental health, personal growth and emotional well-being.
- To prepare students who can become professionals in providing guidance and support across educational, family and community contexts.
Organizational Behaviour (OB)
- To develop an understanding of human behaviour in organizational settings and enhance workplace effectiveness.
- To equip students with skills in leadership, motivation and organizational development for diverse professional environments.
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in psychology education, research, and practice, fostering holistic development and advancing mental health, well-being and organizational effectiveness in a culturally diverse society.
Mission
- To provide quality education grounded in scientific knowledge, critical thinking, and ethical practice across Clinical, Counselling, and Organizational Behaviour domains.
- To promote research and innovation that addresses contemporary psychological and societal challenges.
- To equip students with practical skills through fieldwork, internships, and experiential learning.
- To foster culturally sensitive, socially responsible, and competent professionals committed to community well-being.
- To build collaborations with healthcare, educational, and organizational sectors for impactful engagement and service.
List of faculty members
- Fr.. Joseph Thelekkatt – Professor
- Fr.. Jose Parapully – Professor
- Fr.. Mc Abraham – Professor
- Fr.. George Palamattam – Professor
- Dr. Chandita Baruah – Assistant Professor (Selection)
- Fr.. Avinash D Souza – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Ms. Sraboni Bhagawati – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Dr. Maria Choudhury – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Ms. Tanushree Choudhury – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Ms. Afrin Mazid – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Ms. Poulomi Bhattacharjee – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Dr. Monikankana Sarmah – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Ms. Poonam Baruah – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Kamakshi Chakravarty – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Dr. Sangita Nath – Assistant Professor (stage I)
- Ms. Krishnapriya Wangkhem – Assistant Professor (Stage 1)/ Counsellor (Tapesia)
- Dr. Tuyir Riba – Assistant Professor (stage I)
Programmes Offered
The Department currently offers the following degrees:
- BA in Psychology (NEP)
- M.Sc. in Psychology (Specializations: Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology and Organizational Behaviour)
- Ph.D. in Psychology
Counselling Unit:
The Department of Psychology runs the University Counselling Unit, which offers professional counselling services to students to help them navigate personal, academic, and emotional challenges, thereby promoting positive mental health and overall well-being. The unit also works towards reducing misconceptions and stigma associated with counselling and help-seeking, fostering a supportive and student-friendly campus environment.
The Counselling Unit is led by a full-time counsellor, Ms. Krishnapriya Wangkhem, who provides dedicated mental health support to students. In addition, faculty members of the department offer counselling support as needed, particularly during their office hours. Visiting experts and counsellors are also invited periodically to conduct specialized programmes and workshops.
The unit further extends its services beyond the campus by engaging in community outreach initiatives, including mental health awareness programmes and interventions aimed at promoting psychological well-being.
Fieldwork Agencies & Recruiters:
- CID, Ulubari, Guwahati dealiCng with family issues
- Missionary of Charity, Lankeshwar, Guwahati dealing with patients suffering from HIV/AIDS, mental retardation, learning disability, depression etc.
- NIPCCD, Khanapara, Guwahati dealing with children and women
- Assam Sishu Kalyan Sadan, Jalukbari, Guwahati dealing with children
- Sishu Sarothi, Birubari, Guwahati dealing with special children.
- MIND India, Chandmari, Guwahati dealing with children and adolescent counselling
- Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Regional Institute of Mental Health, Tezpur
- Nazareth Hospital, Shillong
- Projonmo, Guwahati
- SAN-KER Mawroh, Shillong
- District Mental Health Programme, Dimapur
- Tripura Medical College & Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Teaching Hospital
- Regional Institute of Medical Science, Imphal
- Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL)
- Caritas Goa
- Nirmaan Rehabilitation Facility
- Bosco Boys Home, Mumbai
- Oil India Limited
- Care Multi Rehabilitation Center(CMRC)
- North-East Network, Shillong
- Shillong Civil Hospital
- Center for Child and Adolescent Development
- VASP technology pvt ltd.
- Optimus Psychiatry Clinic
- Centre for Skill Development, Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Shillong
- TAMAHAR, Bangalore
- Unique Psychological Services, New Friends Colony, New Delhi
- ASHADEEP, Guwahati
- Nirmaan Rehabilitation Facility
- HR Association India
- Pratiksha Hospital, Guwahati
- STNM Hospital
- Kusumagiri Mental Health Centre, Kochi, Kerala
- Royal Global School, Guwahati
- State Mental Health Institute Kohima Nagaland
- Willing way wellness society, Panjabari, Guwahati
- Kripa De-addiction Centre For children
- Mindcare Neuro Psychiatry Research Centre, Mandia
- Mind X Under US, Guwahati
- RoUTES, Shillong
- Dr B Borooah Cancer Institute
- K-Blooming An Early Intervention and Learning Centre
- Chiktsa Health Center, Guwahati
- Indian Council for Child Welfare
- Missionaries of Charity, Lankeshwar, Guwahati
- Martin Luther Christian University, Shillong
- Hezukhu Memorial District Hospital, South West Point, Nagaland
Workshops & Lectures Conducted
- Regional Conference of NAOP on Trends in Psychology (8-9 November, 2024)
- Workshop on Research Methodology
- Workshop on Rorschach Inkblot Test
- Workshop on Thematic Apperception Test
- Workshop on Statistical Analysis
- Introductory Workshop on Dissertation
- Workshop on Individual and Group Counselling Skills
- Workshop on Personal Growth
- Workshop on Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- Workshop on Art and Play Therapy
- Workshop on Cognitive- Behavioural Therapy
- Lecture on Addiction and Trauma with special reference to assessment