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Shantanu Sharma

Mental Health Advocate, Writer, And Speaker
Kathmandu,Bagmati

Summary

Highly proficient in English writing and communications, having done basic schooling and undergraduate studies at a liberal arts college in USA. I have published articles in national dailies (Setopati and MyRepublica) in Nepal raising awareness on mental health. I have also featured in several talks, webinars, and podcasts as a mental health and motivational speaker both nationally and internationally, most notably Drona Wellness, Josh Talks, Yo Nepali Life, Care Craft Nations Nepal, and Maaya Foundation. Having battled with mental illnesses and been a paraplegic suicide-attempt survivor for the last 6 and half years, life has taught me a lot about facing and overcoming adversities and challenges. It has also made me a very empathetic and compassionate person, while also having gratitude towards still being alive and getting to experience life each day. All these experiences has led me to better express my voice through my writing and speaking and have a positive influence on others.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Specialist

Securight
Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
07.2021 - Current
  • Listened to and advised clients who were undergoing mental distress on how to move forward given their current situation
  • Provided clients with recommendations to resources to help them deal with their mental health
  • Mediated between the client and the boss to come to a mutual understanding on how to move forward for the best interest of the patient and the company as well
  • Documented a confidential case report of the client

Co-Founder

Paaila Organization
Kathmandu, Bagmati
03.2020 - 06.2021

Co-founded Paaila, a peer-to-peer mental health support group, with the mission to give support and encouragement to people who are suffering mentally.

  • created a supportive environment and community where people are comfortable to open up and talk with one another, sharing what they go through every day.
  • listened to client's on-going mental issue(s) on an individual level with confidentiality and gave encouragement, support, and suggestions on how to move forward from this.
  • hosted and moderated sessions where psychosocial counselors gave a session to educate participants on how to deal with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
  • posted content on social mediate platforms to raise awareness on mental health.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

The College of Wooster, Wooster, Ohio, USA

Skills

Report writing

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Additional Information

Paraplegic (on a wheelchair)

Timeline

Mental Health Specialist - Securight
07.2021 - Current
Co-Founder - Paaila Organization
03.2020 - 06.2021
The College of Wooster - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Shantanu SharmaMental Health Advocate, Writer, And Speaker