Mariyam J

About Mariyam J

With over four years of rich, multidisciplinary experience, I have worked across diverse roles in the mental health, education, and corporate sectors, building a dynamic skillset rooted in emotional intelligence, strategic communication, and people-centric design. Beginning as a Client Relations Associate and later a Customer Retention Analyst, I developed a keen understanding of empathy-driven service, relationship management, and data-informed decision-making. Transitioning into education, I served as an Admissions Counselor, where I supported students through high-stakes decisions with clarity and care. My passion for learning and development led me to take on the role of Lead Instructional Designer, where I crafted inclusive, learner-centric content tailored to diverse needs and learning styles. As a Secretary of the Student Council, I strengthened my leadership and coordination abilities, managing student engagement initiatives and cross-functional communication. In my current role as a Learning and Development Mental Health Practitioner Intern, I integrate psychological frameworks into organizational and educational settings, facilitating workshops that promote work-life balance, burnout prevention, and mental wellness. Additionally, as a Child-Centered Trainer, I’ve designed and delivered developmentally sensitive programs that enhance socio-emotional growth. This journey has equipped me with expertise in curriculum development, conflict resolution, stakeholder engagement, trauma-informed care, and systemic thinking. I am driven by a deep commitment to bridging emotional well-being with institutional development, continually evolving as a reflective, compassionate, and impact-oriented professional.

Experience

1. Learning and Development Intern

   Whaterr.Com

   Apr 2025 — Present

   Currently engaged in conceptualizing and facilitating psycho-social workshops across educational and organizational settings, integrating a range of skills including program design, group facilitation, emotional intelligence training, conflict resolution, team dynamics, and mental health advocacy. My work focuses on creating emotionally safe, empathetic, and engaging environments that foster self-awareness, stress management, and resilience-building among participants. In organizational contexts, I emphasize work-life balance, burnout prevention, and interpersonal effectiveness, tailoring interventions to enhance employee well-being, team cohesion, and organizational sensitivity. Rooted in a trauma-informed and developmentally sensitive lens, I continuously adapt and learn from the evolving needs of individuals and systems, with the vision of supporting sustainable mental and emotional wellness at both individual and institutional levels.

Education

• Christ University, Bangalore

  B.A in Psychology, Sociology and English ( Triple Degree Majors )

  2020 — 2023

• Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB)

  Class 10

• Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB)

  Class 12, Commerce

• Indian Institute of Psychology and Research (IIPR)

  MSc Psychology