Ms. Shamli Themse

Assistant Professor (Clinical Psychology)
School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations (SBSFI)

Phone No. – +91-8983312844, +91-7972677152

Email – shamli.themse@rru.ac.in

Research Area – Neuropsychology and Cognitive Psychology

About Ms. Shamli Themse

Ms. Shamli Themse is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology at the School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations (SBSFI) Rashtriya Raksha University. She is currently pursuing Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur which is an Institution of National Importance.

Ms. Shamli completed her M.Phil in Clinical Psychology from Amity Institute of Behavioral & Allied Sciences (AIBAS), Amity University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. She is a licenced clinical psychologist recognised and registered by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).

Ms. Shamli holds Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) and Bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science from Government Institute of Forensic Science, Nagpur. She has also qualified UGC-NET and MH-SET (Psychology) 2020.

At RRU, Ms. Shamli is the Coordinator for the Bachelor of Psychology (NCAHP) programme. Her expertise includes teaching, research, and clinical supervision, guiding students in their academic and professional growth.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
  • Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (Pursuing), Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (An Institution of National Importance) Nagpur, Maharashtra.
  • M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (2022), Amity University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
  • M.A. in Clinical Psychology (2019), Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra.
  • B.Sc. in Forensic Science (2017), Government Institute of Forensic Science, Nagpur, Maharashtra.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
  • 6 Day Certificate course in Teacher’s Training Program and 8-day Practicum sessions on Overview of Learning Disorders by Dr. Anjali Morris Education & Health Foundation, Pune.
  • Certificate course in Transactional Analysis (I.C.T.A Syllabus) Kochi, Foundation Course Level 1.
  • Certificate of 6-day Residential Course on Basic Counselling Skills useful in Clinical Psychology held at Christian Counselling Centre, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
  • Certificate of intensive training in Rational Emotive Cognitive Behavior Therapy Level 1 by Emoticons India.
WORK EXPERIENCE
  • • Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology and Programme Coordinator (B. Psy) School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations, Rashtriya Raksha University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. (Since Sept 2022)
  • Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology, Department of Clinical Psychology, School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations, Rashtriya Raksha University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. (Since Sept 2022)
  • M.Phil Clinical Psychology Trainee, Department of Psychiatry, Gajra Raja Medical College and Hospital, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh (Aug 2020- July 2022)
  • Mental Health Counselor, Piramal Swasthya Management and Research Institute, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra (May 2019- Nov 2019)
TRAINING AND INTERNSHIP
Internship
  • Trainee intern at Regional Mental Hospital, Nagpur (Jan 2020-Feb 2020)
  • Trainee intern at Samyak Rehabilitation Centre, Pune (Dec 2018-Jan 2019)
  • Trainee intern at Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune (Feb 2019 -March 2019)
Training
  • Attended Two Days Training Workshop on “Developmental Disability Assessment” (23-24 Jan 2023) organized by the Department of Clinical Psychology, SCBS, RRU.
  • Attended Talk Series on “Research Methodology” (2nd to 6th Jan 2023) organized by the Department of Clinical Psychology, SCBS, RRU.
  • Attended 2 Day Training Program on “Clinical Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy (Self Hypnosis)” (6th and 7th March 2023) organized by the Department of Clinical Psychology, SCBS, RRU.
  • Attended a lecture, titled “Shaping Future Scholars: Research Methodology Workshop,” on 11/10/2023 organized by SCBS, RRU.
  • Attended Expert Lecture on “Breaking Barriers: Addressing Mental Health Issues of Prison Inmates” Organized by the Department of Clinical Psychology, SCBS, RRU on 1st April 2023.
  • Attended a Workshop on “Psychological Autopsy and Criminal Profiling: Investigative Insights” organized by the School of Behavioral Sciences and Forensic Investigations on Thursday, March 21, 2024
  • Attended Expert Lecture on “Behavioural Interventions for the Prevention and Management of Coronary Heart Disease” on 27th July 2024 organized by the School of Behavioral Sciences and Forensic Investigations.
  • Delivered a guest lecture on “Ethical Considerations in Advanced Psychological Investigations” to participants from the Police Academy of Cambodia, as part of the online course “Mastering the Art of Interview and Interrogation” organized by the School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations on September 6, 2024.
  • Attended a specialized workshop on “Research Data Analysis” conducted by the School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations (SBSFI), on November 25, 2025.
AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS
  • Qualified for Assistant Professor under the National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) conducted by the University Grants Commission, 2020.
  • Qualified for Assistant Professor under the State Eligibility Test (MH-SET) conducted by the Savitribai Phule Pune University as the State Agency, 2020.
  • Certificate of recognition for being Runner-Up in the Psychology Quiz held by Department of Psychology at Dr. D. Y. Patil ACS College, Pimpri.
  • Certificate of participation in National Level Forensic Expo organized by Govt. Institute of Forensic Science & special IGP Office Nagpur Range.
EXPERT LECTURES AND PAPERS PRESENTED
  • Delivered expert lecture for the UG & PG (Psychology) Students of JSPM University, “Professional issues in Clinical Neuropsychology” on 13th April 2024.
  • Delivered expert lecture for the Nepal Police Training Program, “Neuropsychological Impact of Drug Abuse,” conducted by SCBS, 25th August 2023, RRU, Gandhinagar.
  • Delivered a Lecture on “World Down Syndrome Day” which was observed on 21st March 2023 at Lavad Primary School and was aimed to spread awareness among school teachers and students.
  • Delivered and invited talk on “Suicide Prevention” at Dehgam, Sampa- CHC and PHC and Lavad Primary School on 12th Sept, 2022.
  • Participated as a Delegate at the 47th NACIACP 2021 virtual conference held from 28-30 May 2021, AFMC, Pune.
  • Attended & Presented a Research Paper titled “Cognitive Flexibility, Dogmatism and Preference for Consistency among Patients with Alcohol and Cannabis Use Disorder” at the International Conference of the Indian Academy of Health Psychology – Goa which was held from 30/11/23 to 02/12/23.
  • Participated in 2nd CPSICON 2024 organized by the School of Behavioural Sciences and Forensic Investigations, Rashtriya Raksha University, from 21st to 23rd November 2024.
PROGRAMS ORGANIZED
  • Awareness Program on Suicide Prevention (12th Sept 2022)
  • Awareness Program on Down Syndrome (21st March 2023)
  • Awareness Program for Mental Health, (10th Oct 2023)
  • Rural Mental Health Camp, Gandhighar, Navsari (17th -21st Oct, 2023)
PAPER PUBLICATIONS
  • Mahajan, S.N., Jain, A., Chattopadhyay, S., & Themse, S. (2024). Integrating Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy with Cognitive Retraining in Traumatic Brain Injury: A Case Report. Consortium Psychiatricum.
  • Hardas, S., & Themse, S. (2024). BEYOND LESIONS: EXPLORING THE PSYCHOLOGICAL DIMENSIONS OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS. International Journal of Advanced Research.
RESEARCH SUPERVISED (M.Phil. Clin. Psy)
  • Sharmishtha Hardas: Navigating Multiple Sclerosis: Development of Self-Management Kit.
  • Sharon Kutty: Relationship between Experiential Avoidance, Academic Procrastination and Smartphone Addiction among University Students of Gujarat.