About

Dr. Sandhya Rani , is an organizational psychologist. She has done her M Sc and M phil in psychology and has a  PhD in  psychology from the University of Madras .Her thesis titled 'Influence of Psycho-social and environmental factors on cognitive functions among seafarers'  is an intensive study on seafarers and their work environment. As part of her research she has met more than 5000 seafarers from different nationalities like Indians, Philippinos, Danish, Australians, South Africans, Burmese, Chinese, Russians, Srilankans, Bangladeshis , Pakistanis,Latvians, etc.  She is at present the co-founder and managing  partner of Element H Psychological Support Services, where she practices counselling and psychometry.

Her job profile includes Teaching organizational behvaiour and human element in Marine institutes, Psychometry, Research , Training and Counseling- specialized in CBT and career guidance . She is consultant psychologist for Synergy Maritime Pvt. Ltd. , Maersk Training Centre, Seateam India, Sanmar Shipping, India Cements shipping division, , Hindustan Institute of Maritime Technology , AMET University,  University of Madras, Optum, and Viron workplace solutions.  

She has over 14 years of experience in counselling and training people belonging to all age groups. Her areas of specialization are, Supervision for counselors, Counselling, Career guidance, Research, training and Human Element Analysis especially in the Shipping industry .  

She is trained in Occupational Testing from Psyasia Singapore, Leadership evaluation from Maersk Training, Wellness at Sea by Sailors Society, SFT by Dr Jaseem K, ACT therapy by Urmila Pillay UK, CBT Therapy by Joseph Mathew from Australia and Adlerian schools of thought by trainers from USA.  She is a certified supervisor for counselors . She holds a supervison certificate from Australian counseliing association. 

She uses an eclectic approach in her practice using psychological theories and concepts. She is a member of psychological bodies such as BPS, APA, IAAP, InSPA, and CCF. Her passion lies in Research and Psychometric Assessments . She specializes in the field of seafarers and their mental health.

She can be consulted in her clinic by appointment through the website. www.elementh.in