Parimala Devi’s path into counselling has been shaped by two worlds she knows very well: healthcare and psychology. With a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from G. Pulla Reddy College of Pharmacy and a Master’s degree in Psychology from Osmania University, she carries both the precision of science and the sensitivity of human understanding. This rare blend allows her to guide students and families not just through academics or careers, but as whole individuals with unique needs and aspirations.
To Know MoreNext Step Pathways was built on a simple but powerful belief: the right guidance, given at the right time, can change the course of a young person’s life. With a deep-rooted passion for psychology, Parimala Devi stepped into counselling to bridge the gap between what students need and what they often receive. Her journey reflects a commitment to guiding students not just academically, but also emotionally.
What makes Next Step Pathways stand apart is the unique blend of psychology and global career counselling expertise. Parimala approaches every student with empathy and precision. She also creates personalised roadmaps that align with their strengths, interests, and opportunities. Her counselling process does not stop at subject or career selection. It integrates mental wellness, self-awareness, and resilience so that students feel supported at every stage of their journey. This ensures her guidance is not only practical but also transformative.
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Parimala Devi believes that every student deserves guidance that goes beyond guesswork. For her, career counselling is not about quick fixes, but about:
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This assessment is based on personality type – the innate way people naturally see the world and make decisions – a set of basic drives and motivations that remain constant throughout a person’s life. The model of personality type is non-judgmental. There are no types that are better or worse, or healthier or more frail. Each type has its own inherent strengths and potential challenges. Personality type does not predict intelligence; rather it identifies important natural predispositions and tendencies.
The assessment is based on the Theory of Multiple Intelligences developed by Dr. Howard Gardner in 1983. The theory has been tested under Project SUMIT and found to improve student performance in 78% of the cases. The assessment uses proprietary technology to match your intelligences to your best fit careers.
The assessment is based on The Learning Style Questionnaire developed by Rita and Kenneth Dunn. The questionnaire was studied by their colleague Gary E. Price who did a content analysis to discover the consistent factors in the questionnaire. As a result of this analysis the Learning Style assessment was made. The assessment reveals how you prefer to study, concentrate and learn. The assessment analyses your learning preferences for immediate environment, emotionality, sociological needs and physical needs.
The assessment helps you determine which stream to take after 10th class. It is based on the RIASEC theory and determines your verbal, numerical, clerical, spatial and reasoning aptitude. Based on your aptitude and personality, the assessment determines the most suitable stream for you. The aptitude section calculates your strengths and weaknesses to determine abilities required to study the four streams. The interest section helps to determine your feeling of wanting to know or learn about something.
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