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Madhuleena Roy Chowdhury

Madhuleena Roy Chowdhury holds a postgrad in clinical psychology and is a certified psychiatric counselor.

She specialized in optimizing mental health and is an experienced teacher and school counselor. She loves to help others through her work as a researcher, writer (Medium), and blogger and reach as many as possible.

Education

Postgraduate degree in clinical psychology from Indira Gandhi National Open University.

Certificate in Psychiatric Counselling from the Indian Psychoanalytical Society.

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Author articles

Self Esteem

27 Books to Improve Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, and Self-Image

30 Jan 2020

14 Mar 2024

We are living in an era of confidence and communication. From the charismatic doctor to the energetic motivational speaker or the loving and friendly teacher, [...]

Types of Therapy

18 Best Therapy Books to Read for Therapists

30 Dec 2019

5 Mar 2024

It is not just the clients who benefit from attending therapy sessions. Most mental health professionals agree that the process of therapy itself is rewarding [...]

Optimism & Mindset

11 Optimism Exercises & Theories (Incl. Learned Optimism)

10 Dec 2019

11 Mar 2024

A popular metaphor to explain optimism is the concept of ”glass half full.” Optimists have a built-in attitude to be hopeful and consider the possibilities [...]

Motivation & Goals

What is Client Engagement in Therapy and How to Apply It?

22 Oct 2019

21 Feb 2024

The outcome of psychotherapy is mostly dependent on the quality of the relationship between the therapist and the client. Any form of therapy requires self-disclosure [...]

Therapy Exercises

15 Music Therapy Activities and Tools

22 Oct 2019

19 Mar 2024

Sometimes, good coffee and good music are all that we need to unwind. Music touches all aspects of our lives – physical, emotional, psychological, and [...]

Self Awareness

10 Best Self-Awareness Books for Increasing Reflection

4 Sep 2019

14 Mar 2024

How often do you take a moment to reflect on your thoughts and emotions? Have you ever explored the underlying causes of your behavior? Self-awareness [...]

Resilience & Coping

What is Coping Theory? Definition & Worksheets

3 Sep 2019

28 Feb 2024

What is your first reaction in the face of sudden stress? Do you make a plan to overcome it? Talk it out with your friends? [...]

Theory & Books

What Is the Mental Health Continuum Model?

1 Sep 2019

13 Mar 2024

When a person behaves oddly or deviates from the societal standards of normality, we might describe them in many ways: depressed, anxious, moody, suicidal, and [...]

Mindfulness

The Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ)

27 Aug 2019

29 Feb 2024

In this article, we will have a look at the Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire, which is an objective test on mindfulness and its impact on [...]

Positive Emotions

Emotional Regulation: 6 Key Skills to Regulate Emotions

13 Aug 2019

20 Feb 2024

Emotions signal threats and rewards. Much like a compass that guides us in the right direction, emotions have the power to guide us to the [...]

The Four Domains of Schwartz Theory of Values

Meaning & Values

The 3 Best Questionnaires for Measuring Values

12 Aug 2019

15 Mar 2024

Our values fuel our actions, emotions, and behavior. They are a crucial aspect of significant branches of studies, including sociology, philosophy, education, and psychology. Values [...]

Types of Therapy

ACT Theory: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Explained

30 Jun 2019

5 Mar 2024

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a mindfully oriented behavioral therapy that uses an eclectic and humanistic approach to help people accept and move on [...]

Motivation & Goals

The Science & Psychology Of Goal-Setting 101

2 May 2019

21 Feb 2024

Imagine yourself going to work aimlessly every day, talking to others without a reason, working out just because you have to, and not having any [...]

Compassion

Compassion in the Workplace: 9+ Examples & Tips for Leaders

30 Apr 2019

15 Mar 2024

Compassion comes from a Latin word that means “co-suffering.” Compassion has always secured a firm place in almost all religious practices. The Dalai Lama, one [...]

Optimism & Mindset

4 Appreciative Inquiry Tools, Exercises and Activities

27 Apr 2019

25 Apr 2024

Appreciative inquiry is about seeking the best in people – in the way they work, they live, and they behave. Initially, appreciative inquiry (AI) was [...]

Meditation

13+ Guided Gratitude Meditation Scripts (+ Yoga Poses)

9 Apr 2019

29 Feb 2024

Meditation, derived from the Latin word ‘meditatio’ meaning “to think, ponder, and contemplate”, is a conscious state of self-awareness, self-reflection, and self-expression. Meditation is a [...]

Gratitude

The Neuroscience of Gratitude and Effects on the Brain

9 Apr 2019

18 Mar 2024

We all want a happy life… A cushy job, a perfect family, financial stability, and a great social life! And in this indefinite pursuit of [...]

Theory & Books

The Connections Between Positive Psychology & Mental Health

13 Mar 2019

13 Mar 2024

In the past, many therapists focused primarily on challenges and symptoms of mental health disorders – how to treat “problems.” The focus of mental health [...]

Body & Brain

The Positive Effects Of Nature On Your Mental Wellbeing

11 Mar 2019

8 Mar 2024

Nature heals. Just a walk in the woods or a stroll by the beach on a sunny morning can awaken the innermost feelings of happiness [...]

Positive Psychology

19 Top Positive Psychology Interventions + How to Apply Them

20 Feb 2019

12 Mar 2024

For many years, the prime focus of psychology was to diagnose and treat people with mental health problems and psychopathological issues. However, this focus began [...]

Emotional Intelligence

How To Improve Emotional Intelligence Through Training

6 Feb 2019

19 Feb 2024

Have you ever noticed your feelings? How often have you stepped into others’ shoes and experienced their emotions? How well do you understand what you [...]

Grief & Bereavement

What Is Emotional Resilience? (+6 Proven Ways to Build It)

22 Jan 2019

15 Mar 2024

How do you collect yourself after a stressful event? Emotional resilience is when you are able to calm your frantic mind after encountering a negative [...]