APTHA Psychological Wellness Centre is a dynamic initiative of the Department of Psychology, Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial College, aimed at promoting psychological well-being and fostering mental health support among students, adolescents, and the broader community. Established with the vision of nurturing psychological resilience, emotional awareness, and empathetic engagement, the centre provides a platform for psychology students to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings, thereby enhancing their academic and professional journey.
The centre offers students opportunities to develop essential competencies such as active listening, empathy, interpersonal communication, ethical decision-making, psychological assessment, and counseling skills. These are cultivated through structured workshops, awareness programs, outreach activities, and student-led initiatives. APTHA encourages active participation in mental health advocacy, helping students become responsible and compassionate mental health professionals. Events like mental health awareness weeks, stress management workshops, peer support sessions, and observation of significant mental health days such as World Mental Health Day, Suicide Prevention Day, Self-Harm Awareness Day, and Autism Awareness Day are regularly organized to build awareness and reduce stigma associated with mental health issues.
A key focus of the centre is to provide personal and confidential counseling services to students dealing with academic stress, emotional difficulties, interpersonal issues, anxiety, and self-esteem concerns. Counseling is also extended to adolescents through age-appropriate techniques and empathetic approaches. In addition to on-campus support, the centre adopts a strong community-based approach, offering psychological counseling and support services to the wider public. Through regular outreach programs, mental health camps, and collaborative efforts in schools, colleges, and rural communities, the centre addresses various psychological needs of individuals beyond the college campus.
Through its hands-on approach, APTHA supports students in engaging with psychological testing, mental health screening, and research projects that align with their areas of interest. These experiences help pave the way for higher studies and professional careers in various domains of psychology. By integrating ethical values, confidentiality, and inclusive practices, the centre fosters a culture of trust, empathy, and professional integrity, making it a cornerstone for psychological wellness and student empowerment within and beyond the college campus.