Nusaira Nasreen is a passionate and dedicated Assistant Professor of Psychology with a keen interest in teaching, counselling, research, and student development. Her areas of interest include mental health, community well-being, counselling, and psychological research. She is committed to mentoring students, fostering analytical thinking and research skills, and promoting a deeper understanding of human behaviour through academic and community engagement.
General Information
- Full Name: Nusaira Nasreen
- Designation: Assistant Professor
- Department: PG Department of Psychology
- Email ID: nusairanasreen29@gmail.com
- Date of Joining: 01/06/2026
Academic Qualifications
| Degree / Certification |
Institution / University |
Year |
Specialization |
| MA Psychology |
Central University of Punjab |
2025 |
– |
| UGC NET |
University Grants Commission |
2025 |
Psychology |
Professional Experience
| Institution / Organization |
Designation |
Tenure Period |
Duration |
| Al Shifa College of Arts and Science |
Assistant Professor |
June 2026 – Present |
– |
Conference Participation and Paper Presentation
- Paper Presentation: Presented an oral research paper titled “Caregiver Stress, Social Support and Coping Styles among Caregivers of Children with Special Needs: A Mixed-Method Study” at the International Conference on Behavioural Science Updates 2025: Psychological Science for the Present & Future, organized by the School of Behavioural Sciences, Kannur University, on 9–11 June 2025.
Student Support and Mentoring Activities
- Completed the Wellness Buddy Programme at Ushaar.com (July–September 2024), focusing on personal wellness, skill development, and community engagement.
- Served as a Mentor for the Holistic Growth Training (HGT) Programme at Ushaar.com (June–September 2025), guiding participants in life skills and mental health development.
Internship Experience
-
Loise Mount Hospital, Wayanad (30 days)
Developed counselling rapport with patients and families. Engaged in active listening and empathetic communication with patients to support their daily emotional well-being. Assisted in organizing and facilitating rehabilitative activities and psychoeducation sessions for patients in the psychiatric ward.
-
Mind Weavers, Calicut (15 days)
Gained theoretical and practical insights in psychology and counseling techniques.
MOOC / SWAYAM Courses Completed
- SWAYAM NPTEL: Certification Course in “Psychology of Stress, Health and Well-Being” – 12-Week Programme, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, 2024.
- Course in “Organizational Behaviour” – 12-Week Programme, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Hyderabad, 2024.
- Coursera Certification: Successfully completed the Specialization Course in “Abnormal Psychology” offered by Wesleyan University through Coursera, 2024.
Workshops Attended
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) – 3-Month Online Course (IGNET | Winble Academy).
- Student Counselling – Three-Day Online Workshop (Winble Academy).
- Suicide Prevention – One-Day Workshop (Team Incubation).
- Relevance of Being a Peer Counsellor – One-Day Workshop (Team Incubation).
