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Lavina Waghalekar

Lavina Waghalekar

Counselling Psychologist I Team Lead & Sales Executive
Pune

Summary

Results-driven Team Leader with proven success in leading multidisciplinary teams, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering effective communication. Delivered 95%+ on-time project completion while nurturing a collaborative work environment.

Results-oriented counseling professional prepared to provide exceptional support to students' academic and personal growth. Proven ability to develop and implement programs that foster positive school environment. Strong focus on collaborative efforts and adaptability, ensuring reliable and flexible support. Skilled in crisis management and effective communication.

Overview

3
3
Languages
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Executive

The Mood Space
10.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with marketing team to launch promotional campaigns, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
  • Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
  • Coordinated therapist-client matching based on therapeutic needs and specialization, improving client satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives on product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Streamlined sales process to improve efficiency, reduce cycle time, and close deals faster.
  • Streamlined sales processes to reduce cycle times and improve efficiency.
  • Streamlined sales process to reduce cycle time and accelerate deal closures.
  • Coordinated therapist-client matching based on therapeutic needs, specialization, and availability.
  • Improved therapist-client matching efficiency resulting in higher client satisfaction.

Team Leader - Service Delivery

PsyQuench Consultancy
06.2023 - Current
  • Lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals, ensuring timely project delivery and service quality.
  • Managed team workflows, task allocation, and performance tracking to enhance service delivery and meet project deadlines.
  • Collaborated with leadership to optimize internal processes and client experience.
  • Identified areas for improvement in service delivery and implemented changes that enhanced operational processes.
  • Led a team delivering mental health services with 95%+ on-time project completion.
  • Mitigated risks associated with service delivery by establishing contingency plans and proactive management strategies.
  • Fostered teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning among team members to create a positive work environment.
  • Supported successful delivery of multiple counselling initiatives while maintaining high service standards.

School Counselor

Vrajlal Parekh Vidyanidhi High School
01.2026 - 05.2026
  • Conducted crisis interventions to ensure student safety and emotional well-being during critical situations.
  • Led initiatives to enhance school-wide mental health awareness through community outreach programs.
  • Improved student emotional well-being through targeted individual counseling sessions addressing specific needs.
  • Analyzed student data to identify trends in academic performance and inform strategic counseling practices.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions to emphasize bullying prevention and college readiness.
  • Developed and conducted workshops and seminars to educate students, faculty and parents on relevant topics in the field.
  • Conducted regular meetings with enrolled students to assess progress and strategize interventions for identified challenges.

School Counselor

Bombay Cambridge School
08.2025 - 12.2025
  • Provided individual and group counseling to support student mental health and academic success.
  • Developed and implemented personalized academic plans for students based on needs assessments.
  • Facilitated workshops on social skills, conflict resolution, and stress management for students.
  • Collaborated with teachers and parents to address behavioral concerns and promote a positive learning environment.
  • Developed a safe and supportive school environment by promoting positive behavior and addressing issues such as bullying and harassment.
  • Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goals.

Social Media Manager and Outreach Associate

NIYA Mental Health Initiative
05.2025 - 06.2026
  • Developed and executed comprehensive social media strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
  • Managed multi-platform content calendars, ensuring timely and relevant posts aligned with organizational goals.
  • Analyzed social media metrics to assess campaign performance and inform future strategy adjustments.
  • Collaborated with mental health professionals to create informative content that resonates with target audiences.
  • Mentored junior staff in social media best practices and platform-specific engagement techniques.
  • Initiated community outreach programs through social media to promote mental health awareness initiatives.
  • Coordinated with marketing team to align social media strategy with overall marketing objectives.
  • Reviewed marketing materials and documents for brand accuracy and trending design.

Blog Writer

Ink My Site
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Developed engaging blog content to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
  • Conducted thorough research to ensure accuracy and relevance of information presented in blogs.
  • Collaborated with SEO specialists to optimize content for search engine performance and user experience.
  • Edited and proofread articles to maintain high standards of quality and coherence across all posts.

Human Resources Intern

Listening Inn
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assisted in recruitment processes by screening resumes and scheduling interviews.
  • Supported onboarding of new employees through orientation sessions and training materials.
  • Maintained employee records and updated HR databases for accuracy and compliance.
  • Answered phone and performed clerical duties to assist human resources department.
  • Developed strong written and verbal communication skills.

Program Facilitator

My Captain
07.2023 - 08.2023

● Support the planning and ensure implementation of course program initiatives
● Maintain positive relationship with the learners and be the face of MyCaptain
● Schedule and organize meetings/events and ensuring workshop quality must be maintained
● Creatively planning out engagement activities for mentees and tracking the same
● Attention to mentee experience and solving immediate issues
● Moderate the live sessions to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for Mentees
● Coordinating with captains to ensure better learning experience for learners

Psychology Intern

EMOTICONS India
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated client appointments and communication.
  • Administered and scored psychometric assessments.
  • Assisted with social media management and awareness campaigns.
  • Streamlined client coordination processes.
  • Conducted intake interviews with new patients, gathering essential background information to inform subsequent treatment planning efforts.

Business Operations Intern

My Captain
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Led a dedicated team to boost sales results and achieve strategic goals. Guided mentorship for more than 20 students and campus ambassadors, fostering professional growth.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication processes.
  • Conducted market research to inform business strategy and operational planning.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of process documentation for team training.
  • Streamlined business processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency through thorough analysis of company procedures and suggesting improvements.

Sales Executive

My Captain
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Cultivated relationships with clients to identify needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and competitive positioning.
  • Analyzed sales data to drive performance improvements and optimize inventory management.
  • Utilized CRM systems for tracking leads, managing customer interactions, and forecasting sales growth.
  • Boosted sales revenue by cultivating strong client relationships and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in a high percentage of repeat business and client referrals.
  • Achieved significant sales targets by motivating team and setting realistic yet challenging goals.

Education

Diploma - Human Resource Management Labour Laws

Symbiosis Center (Distance Learning)
Pune
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

SNDT Women's University
Mumbai
04.2001 -

Diploma - Counselling Skills And Psychotherapy

Dhairyada
Pune
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

St. Mira's College For Girls
Pune
04.2001 -

High School (11th & 12th) - Arts

St. Mira's College For Girls
Pune
04.2001 -

Skills

Sales training

Compliance

Sales strategy development

Stakeholder management

Adaptability and flexibility

Effective communication

Active listening

Relationship building

Decision-making

Interpersonal skills

Customer relationship management

Team building

Operational efficiency

Strategic planning

Timeline

School Counselor

Vrajlal Parekh Vidyanidhi High School
01.2026 - 05.2026

School Counselor

Bombay Cambridge School
08.2025 - 12.2025

Social Media Manager and Outreach Associate

NIYA Mental Health Initiative
05.2025 - 06.2026

Human Resources Intern

Listening Inn
07.2023 - 11.2023

Program Facilitator

My Captain
07.2023 - 08.2023

Team Leader - Service Delivery

PsyQuench Consultancy
06.2023 - Current

Blog Writer

Ink My Site
01.2023 - 03.2024

Psychology Intern

EMOTICONS India
10.2022 - 03.2023

Business Operations Intern

My Captain
02.2022 - 06.2022

Sales Executive

The Mood Space
10.2021 - Current

Sales Executive

My Captain
03.2021 - 12.2021

Diploma - Human Resource Management Labour Laws

Symbiosis Center (Distance Learning)
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

SNDT Women's University
04.2001 -

Diploma - Counselling Skills And Psychotherapy

Dhairyada
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

St. Mira's College For Girls
04.2001 -

High School (11th & 12th) - Arts

St. Mira's College For Girls
04.2001 -
Lavina WaghalekarCounselling Psychologist I Team Lead & Sales Executive