PhD in Psychology

Talk one-to-one with a Psychology PhD mentor about admission, funding, your research proposal, the PhD journey and what comes after.

About ScholarsColab: ScholarsColab is a research mentorship platform by Vidhilekha Soft Solutions Pvt Ltd, recognised as a startup by DPIIT, Government of India.

A PhD in Psychology is a research doctorate in which you produce original work under expert supervision. Whether you are deciding if it is right for you, comparing options, or already part-way through, many questions are easier to answer with someone who has done it. On ScholarsColab you can book a one-to-one online session with a Psychology PhD mentor and talk through anything, from admission and funding to your research proposal and career plans.

Psychology PhD Mentors

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ADONAI

🏢 CIWA, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
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Mass Communication/ Education/ Psychology
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Dr Satish Chand

🏢 Fiji National University
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curriculum design and reform, constructivist teaching and learning, teacher education, educational psychology, classroom assessment, blended learning, educational leadership, and qualitative and mixed-methods research in education
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Nimrah Ishfaq

🏢 Government Sadiq College Women University Bahawalpur
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Applied Psychology
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Rashid Menhas

🏢 Shandong Xiehe University, Jinan, China
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Health Psychology, Social Healthcare, Nursing
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Vijaya Kittu Manda

🏢 Researcher, PBMEIT, India
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Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Psychology
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Nimrah Ishfaq

🏢 Comsats Islamabad
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Psychology
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Dr. Vikas Kundu

🏢 Principal @ Geeta College of Education, Butana Kundu, District Sonepat-131302 (Haryana)
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Psychology, Educational Psychology, Sports Psychology, Sports Science, Sports Biomechanics, Sports Sociology, Sports Training, Health-Physical Education and Yoga Education
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Who Are the Psychology Mentors?

Every mentor on ScholarsColab already holds a PhD and works at a university or college, so they have been through admission, research, publishing and the PhD journey themselves, and now guide students through it. You can check each mentor's publications and where they were published on their individual profile on ScholarsColab before you book.

  • PhD-qualifiedEvery mentor has completed a doctorate.
  • University and college facultyThey teach, supervise and research at universities and colleges.
  • Proven publication recordTheir published work is listed on their profile, so you can judge its quality yourself.

Research Areas of Our Psychology Mentors

3 of our Psychology mentors have their Google Scholar publications on ScholarsColab. Together they have published 197 papers between 2012 and 2026, cited 3,181 times in total according to Google Scholar. Their work returns again and again to Virtual Reality, Mental Health and COVID-19 Pandemic.

3mentors with publication data
197publications
3,181citations
2026latest paper

Recurring research themes

  • Virtual Reality5 papers · 2 mentors
  • Mental Health4 papers · 2 mentors
  • COVID-19 Pandemic6 papers · 2 mentors
  • Academic Achievement2 papers · 2 mentors
  • Physical Education2 papers · 2 mentors
  • Learning Outcomes2 papers · 2 mentors

Recent publications by our Psychology mentors

  • Constructivism in theory and practice: implications for classroom pedagogyJournal of Advanced Education and Sciences · 2026 · Dr Satish Chand
  • Co-Creation, Co-Marketing, and Co-Branding Strategies for Smart Luxury Digital EcosystemsCo-Branding Strategies for Smart Luxury Products · 2026 · Vijaya Kittu Manda
  • Redefining service quality in the digital experience eraJournal of Hospitality and Tourism Horizons · 2026 · Vijaya Kittu Manda
  • Modified Atmospheric Packaging as a Sustainable Food Marketing and Preservation ToolMaximizing Operational Efficiency at the Intersection of Supply Chain … · 2026 · Vijaya Kittu Manda
  • Home-based physical activity and well-being during infectious diseases: a structural equation modeling studyFrontiers in Psychology · 2026 · Rashid Menhas
  • Teachers’ knowledge and practices in systematic Phonics instruction in Fiji’s lower primary classroomsThe Australian Educational Researcher · 2026 · Dr Satish Chand
  • Clarifying mixed-methods research designs: A theoretical framework for transitioning from qualitative or quantitative approachesVeredas · 2026 · Dr Satish Chand
  • Unveiling Digital Transformation and Teaching Prowess in English Education During COVID‐19 With Structural Equation ModellingEuropean Journal of Education · 2025 · Rashid Menhas

Possible PhD research directions

Based on what our Psychology mentors have published, a PhD in Psychology with their guidance could explore:

  • Virtual Reality, especially where it meets covid-19 pandemic
  • Mental Health
  • COVID-19 Pandemic
  • Academic Achievement

These directions are drawn from published work and are a starting point, not fixed topics. Discuss which fits your interests in a first meeting with a mentor. Source: mentors' Google Scholar profiles on ScholarsColab, updated October 2026.

What You Can Discuss With a Psychology PhD Mentor

  • Whether a PhD in Psychology fits your goals, and how it compares with other doctorate options
  • Shortlisting Psychology PhD programs and judging which ones are the best fit for you
  • Online and part-time Psychology doctorate options, and what to check before enrolling
  • Finding fully funded Psychology PhD positions, scholarships and assistantships
  • Choosing a research topic and writing your research proposal
  • Approaching supervisors and preparing for PhD interviews
  • Managing the PhD journey: milestones, publications and staying on track
  • Careers after a PhD in Psychology: academia, industry and research roles

Psychology Specialisations

Popular specialisations within Psychology. Select one to search for mentors who work in it.

How Mentoring Works

Four simple steps, from choosing your mentor to talking it all through.

  1. Step 1

    Choose a mentor

    Browse Psychology PhD mentors and compare their profiles and publications.

  2. Step 2

    Book a time

    Pick a slot that suits you from the mentor's calendar.

  3. Step 3

    Start with a short call

    A 10-minute first meeting to see if the mentor is right for you.

  4. Step 4

    Book a longer session

    Schedule a full one-to-one online meeting for all your questions.

Talk to a Psychology PhD Mentor

Choose a mentor, book a time that suits you, and get clear answers in a one-to-one online session.

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Initial 10-minute meeting

Use this short first call to explain your questions and see whether the mentor is the right fit. If it helps, you can then book and schedule a longer meeting with the same mentor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the Psychology PhD mentors on ScholarsColab?

Every Psychology mentor holds a PhD and works at a university or college, with a track record of published research. You can check each mentor's publications, and where they were published, on their profile on ScholarsColab before you book.

What can I discuss with a Psychology PhD mentor?

Anything about your PhD journey: whether to do a PhD, choosing programs and supervisors, funding, your research proposal, applications and interviews, managing your research, and careers after the PhD.

Can I do a PhD in Psychology online?

Some universities offer online or part-time doctorates in Psychology. Quality and recognition vary by country and institution, so check accreditation and how employers or regulators in your country treat the degree. A mentor can help you compare options before you enrol.

Are there fully funded PhDs in Psychology?

Many universities fund PhD students through scholarships, studentships or teaching and research assistantships. Availability depends on the country, university and research group, and competition is usually strong, so a well-prepared application matters.

How much does a meeting cost?

You start with an initial 10-minute meeting for ₹299 (INR). It lets you explain your questions and decide whether the mentor is right for you. If it is, you can book and schedule a longer meeting with the same mentor.