Maharani College Expands Counselling Cell with Internship Opportunities
The Department of Psychology at Maharani College in Jaipur is set to broaden the scope of its in-house counselling cell by introducing internship opportunities for psychology students interested in counselling and mental health support. This initiative aims to provide accessible emotional support to nearly 9,000 students enrolled in the college while also offering psychology graduates practical exposure through supervised internships.
College officials have confirmed that students from all years within the psychology department will be eligible to participate in the programme. The counselling cell, which operates under an open-door policy, allows students to walk in for short, judgment-free conversations and immediate support.
Vice Principal and professor of psychology Chandrani Sen explained that the approach is tailored to the preferences of Gen Z students. "Gen Z students often seek instant emotional reassurance and safe spaces to express themselves. They generally prefer brief interactions instead of lengthy counselling sessions, and that is the model we are trying to adopt," she said.
In addition to providing emotional support, the cell will assist prospective students during the admission season by offering aptitude screening and career guidance. This will help those who are confused about academic streams and career choices. Although the expanded initiatives are not yet formally listed on the college website, details about the functioning cell have already been displayed on campus notice boards. Incoming students will also be informed about the facility during orientation programmes.
The administration has stated that complex cases, if required, would be referred to professionals, though no such case has emerged so far. Sen noted that the transition from school to university often becomes emotionally challenging for students, and the cell aims to assure them that support is available within the campus. The department also conducts annual mental health awareness flash mobs based on World Health Organization themes.
This expansion reflects the college's commitment to addressing the mental health needs of its students and providing valuable practical training for future psychologists. The initiative is expected to create a supportive environment that fosters both academic success and personal well-being.
