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PhD Clinical Psychology, RCI Licensed
Certified CBT, Positive CBT & EFT Practitioner

Compassionate Care,Evidence-Based Healing

Welcome to a safe, compassionate space to pause, reflect and heal. I offer culturally attuned therapy that honours your Indian heritage while supporting your growth—whether you're in India or abroad.

🌍 Serving clients in USA, UK, Canada, UAE, Australia & worldwide

Ph.D.

Clinical Psychology

10+

Years Clinical Experience

50+

Publications & Workshops

Dr. Rati Khurana - Clinical Psychologist, Gurugram, Haryana

Best Doctoral Research Award

Beck Institute, USA 2024

Best Young Woman Researcher

India 2026

Promising Icon Award

Psychology 2022

Education & Credentials

A foundation built on rigorous academic training and continuous professional development

Ph.D. Clinical Psychology

SGT University, Gurugram

Doctoral research on Positive CBT interventions for caregivers of mentally ill patients

M.A. Clinical Psychology

Amity University, Noida

Advanced training in clinical assessment, diagnosis, and intervention

B.A. (Hons) Psychology

Delhi University

Rigorous undergraduate education at Indraprastha College for Women

Assistant Professor

IILM University, Gurugram

Shaping the next generation of mental health professionals since 2021

Certified CBT Practitioner (IACBT)
Certified Positive CBT Practitioner
Certified EFT Practitioner
RCI Code of Ethics Compliant

Therapeutic Approaches

Evidence-based modalities tailored to your unique needs, blending Western science with Eastern wisdom

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

The gold standard for treating anxiety, depression, and many other conditions by identifying and restructuring unhelpful thought patterns.

Evidence-basedStructured approachPractical tools

Positive CBT

An integrative approach that not only alleviates distress but actively cultivates positive emotions, strengths, and meaning.

Strength-focusedBuilds resilienceHolistic healing

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

A humanistic approach particularly effective for relationships, helping partners understand and transform emotional patterns.

Deepens connectionImproves communicationAttachment-informed

Culturally-Adapted Interventions

Integration of Eastern wisdom traditions, including principles from the Bhagavad Gita and Karmayoga, with modern psychology.

Indian contextSpiritual integrationHolistic approach

Research & Publications

Contributing to the advancement of psychological science with culturally-relevant research

Scale Development2022

COVID-19 Vaccination Anxiety Scale for Adult Urban Indian Population (CVAS-A)

National Center for Biotechnology Information

Research Article2023

Healing Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita: An Intervention for Anxiety and Depression

Journal Publication

Case Study2021

Positive CBT Intervention for Caregivers of Mentally Ill Patients: A Case Study

Clinical Psychology Review

My Philosophy

Mental wellness is achieved through a holistic and culturally attuned approach

“Effective therapy must honour the individual's unique personal history, cultural background, and spiritual beliefs. My practice is not a one-size-fits-all model; it is a collaborative journey where I partner with clients to navigate their struggles.”

Dr. Rati Khurana

Clinical Psychologist

Culturally-Attuned Care

Therapy that honours your unique personal history, cultural background, and spiritual beliefs within the Indian context.

Collaborative Journey

A partnership where we navigate your intra-personal and inter-personal struggles together, at your pace.

East Meets West

Integration of Western evidence-based modalities with Eastern wisdom traditions, including principles from the Bhagavad Gita.

Beyond Symptom Relief

Not just alleviating distress, but actively cultivating positive emotions, strengths, and a sense of meaning.

All sessions are strictly confidential and comply with RCI Code of Ethics

Begin Your Journey to Wellness

Taking the first step towards better mental health is an act of courage. I'm here to support you every step of the way with compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs.

Quick Information

Location

Gurugram, Haryana, India (In-person & Online)

Session Duration

40 minutes per session

First session: Initial assessment and discussion of goals. No commitment required.