Dr. Kalyani Seth

Assistant Professor

Interest Area(s)

  • Trauma and PTSD recovery mechanisms
  • Family dynamics and caregiver burden
  • Developmental psychopathology and early intervention
  • Psycho-oncology
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapies and their adaptations
Dr. Kalyani Seth is a dedicated clinical psychologist and academician with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and over three years of experience across academic, clinical, and applied mental health settings. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at K.R. Mangalam University, she actively engages in teaching, research supervision, and professional training. Her academic journey reflects a strong integration of research and practice, with specialized expertise in psycho-oncology, neurodevelopmental disorders, counseling, and psychological assessment. Dr. Seth has held key leadership roles in clinical operations and has been actively involved in organizing national and international conferences. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes evidence-based practice, experiential learning, and student mentorship. She remains committed to advancing mental health awareness, culturally sensitive research, and the development of effective therapeutic interventions.
  • Ph.D. Clinical Psychology (2019–2024), SGT University, Gurugram
    Thesis: Experience of Cancer Journey Through the Eyes of Survivor and Caregiver: An Interpretative Phenomenological Approach
  • M.Sc. Clinical Psychology (2016–2018), CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru – First Division (Grade A)
  • B.A. (Hons.) Psychology (2013–2016), Kamala Nehru College, University of Delhi – First Division (Grade A)

Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, School of Liberal Arts, K.R. Mangalam University, Gurugram (Sept 2025 – Present)

  • Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate psychology courses
  • Supervising student research and mentoring academic development
  • Conducting workshops on counseling skills, assessment, and research methods

  Manager – Operations, Centre Coordinator & Counseling Psychologist, Ascend Psycare, New Delhi (Apr 2024 – Apr 2025)

  • Managed clinical operations, therapy scheduling, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Conducted psychological assessments and psychotherapy sessions
  • Supervised interns and staff training

  Case Manager, Autism Centre for Excellence (ACE), Gurugram (2018 – 2019)

  • Designed and managed individualized intervention plans for children with Autism
  • Coordinated with families and multidisciplinary professionals
  • Seth, K., & Sharma, V. (2023). Healing and Protective Factors in relation to Recovery and Survivorship of Cancer Patients: An Interpretative Phenomenological Approach. Indian Journal of Clinical Psychology, 49(3), 26–33.
  • Seth, K., & Sharma, V. (2023). An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) Study on the Motivations and Needs of Cancer Caregivers among Indian Families. Journal of Namibian Studies, 35(S1), 2255–2282.

Dr. Kalyani Seth has actively participated in and presented research at numerous national and international conferences, colloquia, seminars, and workshops, reflecting sustained academic engagement and scholarly contribution. Details are as follows:

  • Participated in the International Congress on Chronobiology (ICC) organized by the University of Delhi (2012).
  • Completed a Certificate Course on Understanding Personality Disorders and Living Learning Experience, a residential therapeutic community-based training program conducted by Hank Nunn Institute in collaboration with University of Nottingham, Institute of Mental Health, and International Network of Democratic Therapeutic Communities (INDTC) (July–August 2016).
  • Participated in the International Conference on Contemporary Trends in Clinical Psychology: Training, Research, and Practice, organized by the Department of Psychology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru (2017).
  • Presented a Conceptual Paper at the 53rd National and 22nd International Conference of the Indian Academy of Applied Psychology (IAAP) held in Pondicherry (February 2018).
  • Participated in an ICMR-sponsored National Seminar on Intervention Needs of Children of Parents Treated for Schizophrenia, organized by CHRIST University, Bengaluru (2018).
  • Presented a Poster titled Early Detection and Intervention in Children with Hearing Impairments at the National Seminar – Empowering Lives: Mental Health and Wellbeing in an Inclusive World, CHRIST University, Bengaluru.
  • Presented a Research Paper titled Meaning of Life and Benefit Finding among Cancer Survivors at the International Conference on Cognitive Behavioural Interventions (ICCBI-2021) (Virtual, November 2021).
  • Presented a Research Paper titled Psychosocial Correlates of COVID-19 Lockdown: A Narrative Review at ICCBI-2021 (Virtual).
  • Presented a Research Paper titled Meaning of Life and Benefit Finding in Cancer Survivorship at the International Conference on Cancer Biology: Advances & Challenges – HEALTH 2021 (November 2021).
  • Presented a Research Paper titled Psychosocial Correlates among Cancer Patients during the COVID-19 Pandemic at the International Colloquium on Psychosocial Issues in the COVID-19 Era (December 2021).
  • Participated in the International Conference on Career Coaching and Life Development (CCLD 2024): A Paradigm Shift, held in Gurugram, Haryana (January 2024).
  • Attended the 5th International Conference ISLMCON 2024 on Lifestyle Medicine Across the Lifespan, organized by the Indian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, New Delhi (October 2024).
  • Attended the Policy Advocacy and Learning Exchange Event on Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Age of Modernization and Technology, organized by SARVARTH, New Delhi (October 2024).
  • Served as a Core Organizing Team Member for the International Conference on Cognitive Behavioural Interventions (ICCBI-2025) held in New Delhi (April 2025).
  • Presented a Research Paper titled The Impact of Office Physical Space, Work Setting and Seating Arrangement on Employees’ Self-Esteem, Motivation, Sense of Belongingness, and Sense of Purpose at ICCBI-2025, New Delhi.
  • Best Paper Award at International Conference on Cognitive Behavioural Interventions (2021)
  • Topped Pre-PhD Coursework Examination, SGT University
  • Awarded Meritorious Scholarship at CHRIST University
  • Extensive experience organizing national and international academic conferences
  • Long-standing involvement in mental health outreach, NGO work, and community-based interventions