Dr. Manasi Rao

Experience

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  Multiple Sclerosis Foundation

  Jul 2015 - Jul 2016

  Occupational Therapist

  The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, also known as the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation or MS Focus, is a Florida (US) based 501 non-profit organization benefiting people with multiple sclerosis and their families.During my tenure with the Foundation, I gave therapy to patients suffering from multiple sclerosis via home visits in various localities of Mumbai. I also psycho-educated family members about various environmental modifications and adaptation for easing of functionality in patients.

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  Muskan Foundation for People with Multiple Disabilities (MDVI)

  Sept 2016 - May 2017

  Occupational Therapist

  Muskan Foundation provides affordable early intervention, education, therapy, counselling and awareness to children diagnosed with Multiple Disabilities with Vision Impairment (MDVI).At Muskan Foundation, I collaborated with special educators, physiotherapists, speech therapists and vision therapists and was involved in contributing to the analysis, planning, development and evaluation of clinical services, working with a range of paediatric cases including neurological disorders. At the onset I was also involved in providing sensory integration therapy for ADHD, Autism etc.Muskan Foundation is led by WHO trained nationally renowned low vision consultant Mrs. Dipti Gandhi, and has now expanded to include multiple centres of operation. Show less

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  Happy Minds

  Aug 2019 - Feb 2020

  Mental Health Occupational Therapist

  Happy Minds is a private mental health facility and acute psychiatric clinic, previously affiliated with Balaji Hospital, Byculla (Mumbai), and is led by Mumbai's leading psychiatrist Dr. Yusuf Matcheswalla.With Dr. Matcheswalla I worked in establishing realistic goals with patients to escertain meaningful outcomes by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatment plans in both hospital and community settings.Taking a client-centric approach to each patient's physical and mental wellbeing by considering all their needs – physical, social, psychological and environmental, I also created care plans to plan and review ongoing treatment of mental health patients. Show less

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  Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital

  Nov 2019 - Dec 2022

  Consultant Occupational Therapist (Psychiatry Ward)

  At Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital's psychiatric ward, an acute care setup, I gave individual and group therapy to patients dealing with acute and chronic mental illness.I administered standardized assessments and scales to evaluate patients and promote SMART goals to develop or improve their functional skills. I also created Standard Operating Procedures for mental health patients.I closely liaisoned with other professionals, such as doctors, psychologists and psychiatrists as well as patient's families and caregivers, participating in multidisciplinary case meetings to plan and review ongoing treatment. I also provided psycho-education and caregiver training to family members for continued care of patients.In cases of patients with substance abuse, my work included identifying, appreciating and engaging in meaningful and healthy substance-free activities and creating self-development and living skill development groups.Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital's psychiatric ward is among the top mental health centers in Mumbai. Show less

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  Mind Space Clinic

  Dec 2019 - Nov 2022

  Mental Health Occupational Therapist

  Mind Space Clinic is a Mental Wellness Centre led by Mumbai-based veteran psychiatrist Dr. Rashmin Cholera.At the clinic, I oversaw illness management and recovery of patients, preparing them for vocational training by identifying their interests and skills and helping them join back the community. I also provided therapy to patients having chronic ailments like dementia and schizophrenia as well as preventive cases.I often conducted seminars and awareness programs for the geriatrics population and worked with children having psychiatric issues. Show less

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  Manas Tattva

  Aug 2022 - now

  Researcher

  Manas Tattva is an initiative integrating evidence based modern therapy and eastern mindfulness practises creating a transformative approach towards healing, counselling and therapy.At Manas Tattva, psychologists, psychiatrists, neurologists, neuroscientists, mental health counsellors and mindfulness masters collectively collaborate through a multi-disciplinary approach to evolve an integrative framework that goes beyond symptom reduction towards creating a holistic approach in addressing the root cause without disrupting the flow of treatment or therapy.Manas Tattva's aim is to enable impact - to truly be in a position to help prevent the upcoming mental health pandemic and create a framework of care for those who have already been engulfed by it.Some of the on-going areas of research at Manas Tattva include Music of Meditation and Motivational Psychology in Therapy. Show less

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  Hamad Medical Corporation

  Nov 2022 - now

  Mental Health Occupational Therapist

  I work across multiple mental health services setups including community daycare, residential, forensic and acute care in-patients - actively participating in MDTs (multi-disciplinary meetings) with other professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, pharmacists and dieticians discussing patient cases and strategising treatment plan. I also closely monitor patients, documenting case history, progress and plan to enable ready referencing and learnings.My specific interest also lies in mental health research - in learning and sharing alternate and critical perspectives.HMC is the principal public healthcare provider in the State of Qatar, providing high-quality mental health care that combines psychotherapy, psychiatric medications, and psychological assessments. Show less