Welcome to
Vadodara Psychology Club
Founded by Dr. Dhvani Patel on February 14, 2021, Vadodara Psychology Club is a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing mental well-being and fostering professional growth within the psychology field.
Our Vision
To build a strong mental health foundation in individuals, within organizations, and among communities.
Our Mission
Using a three-pronged approach in addressing issues related to mental health: 1) Educating the community about various mental health concerns, 2) Creating competent mental health professionals through advanced training and experiences, and 3) Providing mental health care services to all.
Our Community
The club brings together a diverse group of members, including mental health professionals, students, and individuals passionate about psychology. Through our various activities and events, we aim to create a sense of belonging and foster meaningful connections among our members.
Welcome to
Vadodara Psychology Club
Founded by Dr. Dhvani Patel on February 14, 2021, Vadodara Psychology Club is a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing mental well-being and fostering professional growth within the psychology field. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where individuals can access mental health resources and professionals can advance their skills and knowledge.
Our Mission
To build a strong mental health foundation in individuals, within organizations, and among communities.
Our Vision
Using a three-pronged approach in addressing issues related to mental health: 1) Educating the community about various mental health concerns, 2) Creating competent mental health professionals through advanced training and experiences, and 3) Providing mental health care services to all.
Our Community
The club brings together a diverse group of members, including mental health professionals, students, and individuals passionate about psychology. Through our various activities and events, we aim to create a sense of belonging and foster meaningful connections among our members.
Transforming Minds, Inspiring Growth,
Building Community
Vadodara Psychology Club offers comprehensive mental health services and professional development opportunities, fostering a supportive and enriching community
About the Founder
Dr. Dhvani Patel has been a dedicated educator for over 18 years. She earned her Master's degree in Psychology from the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in 2005, where she was awarded a Gold Medal for her academic excellence. Her doctoral research in Social Psychology provided valuable insights into leader behaviours and gender stereotyping across various organizational sectors.
From April 2008 to May 2020, Dr. Patel served as an Assistant Professor at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. She is deeply passionate about teaching and believes in the importance of fostering strong student-teacher relationships to enhance learning experiences. In addition to her academic vigor, she has received several best paper awards at International Conferences.
Dr. Patel founded the Vadodara Psychology Club in February 2021, aiming to serve both the educational needs of the psychology community and the mental health needs of the people in Vadodara. Dr. Patel is a certified Professional Supervisor and has also pioneered initiating professional services for Children with Giftedness in Vadodara and Gujarat. Apart from this, Dr. Patel has been actively involved in promoting mental health awareness through training programs for corporate entities and providing mental health consultation services in schools.
Her commitment to advancing mental health awareness and education, along with her practical experience and academic achievements, make her a highly respected professional in her field.
Founding and Leadership
Meet the Minds Behind the Mission
Dr. Dhvani Patel has been in the field of education for the last 15 years. She was awarded a Gold Medal for her Masters degree in Psychology from the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in 2005. Her doctoral thesis in the field of Social Psychology gave her rich insights into leader behaviors across organizational sectors. She worked as an Assistant Professor at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda from April 2008 to May 2020. Being highly passionate as a teacher, she believes that a positive student-teacher bond goes a long way. Her work experience at the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, a Centre for Advanced Studies, the Maharaja Sayajirao University in Baroda, helped her develop an interest in the field of Educational Psychology and this led her to design a new curriculum for Masters in School and Educational Psychology at the Department of Psychology, the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. She has recently contributed to content development of IGNOU course modules pertaining to school psychology courses at the undergraduate level. She also has a number of best paper awards at international conferences to her credit.
