Dr. Hemalatha Swaminathan,PhD

Psychologist | Researcher in Depth Psychology and Embodied Practices | Empaneled Psychologist with Modern Health

MSc Psychology, FeCat, Dip.T&D, PGDHR, MDPM&IR)

With a doctorate from the california institute of integral studies and a double master’s in organizational psychology and counseling psychology, she has traveled extensively facilitating behavioral training programs in organizational behaviour and psychology for esteemed corporate clients. she founded 4swithin, in 2008.

“Art heals, is my belief,” says Hemalatha Swaminathan on her journey as a Psychologist & Creative Art Therapist.  Being from a dance and theatre background, she has always been passionate about art and its ability to connect to the deeper conscious. She enjoys working with children using this medium of connection. She is passionately engaged in designing a curriculum that focuses on Contemplative Studies in Pedagogy using contemplative practices of movement, art and theatre. She is also an Award-Winning Theatre Performer and Playwright performing in National and International Theatre Festivals. Her “Visual Poetry” has been published in the IEATA newsletter regularly. 

Key Achievements

  • Founded 4swithin and developed life-enhancing programs that positively impacted over 5,000 participants, improving engagement and well-being across organizations.
  • Designed and delivered behavioral training initiatives for leading companies such as Infosys, Wipro, Accenture, Comcast, Springer Nature, Allianz, Spiceworks, and Nomura, achieving an 80% improvement in team communication effectiveness. I have served as a training consultant for some organizations, like CTS and RANE, building long-standing relationships with their talent development teams to enhance their learning programs and drive sustained impact continually.
  • Mentored over 10,000 individuals through tailored counseling and coaching sessions, facilitating their successful transition into leadership roles.
  • Spearheaded holistic wellness programs incorporating tools like the DISC Assessment, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), and Emotional Intelligence (EI) tests to help participants understand their personality traits and behavioral tendencies, resulting in a 30% increase in emotional resilience among participants.

Professional Experience

The objective of 4swithin was to foster holistic development through innovative, experiential learning. By integrating simulation, role-play, art, and movement, we refine behavioral patterns, enhance emotional resilience, and equip individuals with essential people skills. Our global counseling services and trauma-focused interventions empower clients to navigate personal and professional challenges with confidence and well-being.

  • Established and managed a consulting firm specializing in mental wellness and holistic development.
  • Designed and implemented corporate training programs, leveraging simulation and role-play to refine behavioral patterns.
  • Delivered school life skills programs integrating art and movement, impacting over 2,000 students annually.
  • Partnered with Modern Health to provide global mental wellness counseling services.
  • Conducted trauma-focused counseling, resulting in significant improvements in emotional recovery.
  • Oversaw the Profit & Loss (P&L) management of 4swithin, ensuring financial health and sustainability by developing budgeting strategies, monitoring expenditures, and optimizing revenue streams for business growth.
  • Developed and delivered skill-building workshops for mid-level managers, enhancing leadership competencies.
  • Led initiatives that increased client satisfaction by streamlining training processes.
  • Facilitated workshops on organizational behavior and team dynamics, achieving improved inter-department collaboration
  • Provided strategic HR support, focusing on performance management and employee relations.

Awards and Recognition

  • Rina Sircar Scholarship (2022) – Recognized for pioneering research on Asian rituals and their psychological applications.
  • ISTD-Vivekananda Award for Excellence in Training and HRD (2008) – Nominated for contributions to training and development.

Conference Presentations & Publication

  • The Psyche: A Psycho-Spiritual Perspective – CIIS (2024)
  • The Landscape of the Soul: Exploring Nature-Based Arts Practices – CIIS (2023)
  • Participatory and Action Research: Decolonizing Research – CIIS (2021)
  • Arts as a Tool for Life Skills – CMTAI (2020)
  • https://proquest.com/docview/3145956231 (Dissertation published in open source)

Affiliations

  • Founder-Trustee, CTPOSH (Chennai Theatre Prevention of Sexual Harassment)
  • On-board Counselor, PCVC (The International Foundation for Crime Prevention and Victim Care)
  • Teaching Assistant, Department of East-West Psychology, CIIS, USA