Clinical Psychologist in Delhi

Psychological Assessment, Psychotherapy, and Mental Health Care for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, and Families Based on Scientific Evidence

Clinical psychologists are mental health professionals who conduct psychological assessments and deliver psychological treatment based on scientific evidence. The following are some of the services provided at Headspace Mind Clinic, which include psychological assessment, psychotherapy, CBT, behavior therapy, supportive psychotherapy, and family psychotherapy. Treatment is based on the issues of concern to the person.

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Quick Facts

Item	Details
Service	Clinical Psychology
Professional s	Clinical Psychologists
Services	Assessment + Psychotherapy
Age Groups	Children, Adolescents & Adults
Approach	Evidence-Based & Individualized
Follow-Up	Based on Clinical Need
Locations	Headspace Mind Clinic Centres

Clinical psychology is primarily concerned with the understanding of cognitive, affective and behavioral functioning in different areas of life.

Clinical psychologists provide help in case when psychological/emotional problems interfere with:

Being a clinical psychologist does not end with merely providing an opportunity for someone to talk.

Depending upon what is required by the individual, clinical psychology may involve assessment, diagnosis in accordance with the expertise of the clinical psychologist, psychotherapy, behavior modification, psychological tests, psychoeducation, and consultation with other healthcare professionals.

Psychological assessment
Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Behaviour therapy
Supportive therapy
Psychoeducation
Relapse prevention and coping skills

Clinical psychology is a unique expertise in dealing with individuals who are suffering from psychological and mental health issues.

In certain clinical settings, the clinical psychologist works either individually or in collaboration with a team that includes psychiatrists, doctors, educators, occupational therapists, etc.

PSYCHOLOGIST VS PSYCHIATRIST

What is the difference between a Clinical Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?

Clinical Psychologist	Psychiatrist
Mental health professional who specializes in clinical psychology	Medical doctor who specializes in psychiatry
Psychological assessment	Medical and psychiatric assessment
Psychotherapy	Psychiatric treatment
Psychological testing	Can prescribe medication
CBT, behavioral techniques	Medications along with referral for psychotherapy
Concerned about thoughts, emotions, and behaviors	Deals with biological, psychological, and social aspects of mental illness

“Patient Takeaway
It is unnecessary to understand whether you need a psychologist or a psychiatrist before visiting any of them. A proper assessment will help determine what kind of specialist is needed.”

One does not have to suffer from a mental disorder to consult a clinical psychologist.

Psychological counseling is applicable in cases where a problem is interfering with one’s functioning, coping, communication or relating skills.

Some individuals may opt for counseling during an especially trying time in their lives, while some need more structured treatment for a diagnosed psychological disorder.

Persistent sadness
Excessive worry
Overthinking
Panic symptoms
Stress
Low self-esteem
Emotional management problems
Sleep-related psychological difficulties

Anger or irritability
Relationship difficulties
Trauma-related distress
Behavioural difficulties
Poor coping with life changes
Concentration difficulties

Real-life Scenarios

When you find yourself thinking:

“I understand my problem, but I am just not sure how to resolve it.”

“My anxieties are interfering with my work or private life.”

“I am repeating myself over and over despite being aware that it is unhealthy.”

“I have a child who has behavioural/emotional problems.”

“I need to have a psychological assessment to understand my or my child’s challenges more clearly.”

“I am looking for therapy, but don’t know what kind of therapy I would benefit from.”

Psychological problems are quite individual and may differ greatly even within the same condition.

For instance, one individual may experience his or her anxiety through excessive worrying while another may face anxiety by way of panic attacks.

In order for a clinical psychologist to be able to find the best therapeutic and/or diagnostic technique, he or she first needs to comprehend the individual’s problems.

Condition & Concern Grid

Common Reasons People Seek Clinical Psychology Services

Concern	Possible Service
Anxiety	CBT / Psychotherapy
Depression	Psychotherapy ± Psychiatric Care
OCD	ERP / CBT
Behavioural difficulties	Behaviour Therapy
Child emotional problems	Child-focused psychological intervention
Attention concerns	Psychological Assessment
Learning difficulties	Psychological Assessment
Relationship difficulties	Couple / Family Intervention
Stress	Psychotherapy / Supportive Psychotherapy
Distress due to trauma	Trauma-informed psychological therapy when necessary

Not Sure Which Psychological Service You Need?

You need not make the decision to select a therapy independently.

A clinical psychologist will be able to understand your problems and provide you with an appropriate form of psychological testing or therapy according to your requirements.

In the case of Headspace Mind Clinic, clinical psychology can be coordinated with psychiatry if the same is considered advisable.

Book a Clinical Psychology Consultation

Phone:

+91-9971166040

The first visit to the psychologist is mainly for understanding, not therapy.

Your psychologist will find out why you decided to come to him/her, how long you have been facing the problems, how these problems impact your life, and what you want to accomplish from psychology.

The consultation is adapted to the individual. A child, an adult seeking CBT, and someone requiring a psychological assessment will not necessarily have the same assessment process.

However, not all patients that visit a clinical psychologist require psychological assessment.

It is advised that psychological assessment be conducted when there is need for more information to be obtained regarding a clinical question, functioning, baseline, or interventions.

Assessment Component	Purpose
Clinical Interview	Understand history and concerns
Questionnaires	Measure specific symptoms or traits
Cognitive Tests	Evaluate selected cognitive abilities
Behavioural Assessment	Understand patterns of behaviour
Standardized Tests	Compare performance using established norms
Clinical Interpretation	Place the results in context
Feedback	Convey the meaning and implications of the results

There is no single psychological therapy that is suitable for every person.

For example, the approach used for OCD may differ substantially from the approach used for grief, relationship difficulties, behavioural problems, or generalized anxiety.

The psychologist considers both the problem being treated and the person experiencing it.

Therapy Selection Matrix

Concern	Possible Psychological Approach
Depression	CBT / Behavioural approaches / Supportive Therapy
Anxiety	CBT / Exposure-based approaches
OCD	CBT with ERP
Panic attacks	CBT / Interoceptive and situational exposure where appropriate
Behavioural difficulties	Behaviour Therapy
Relationship difficulties	Couple / Family-focused interventions
Child emotional difficulties	Developmentally appropriate psychological interventions
Stress & coping difficulties	CBT / Supportive Therapy
Low self-esteem	CBT / Schema-informed approaches where appropriate

Therapy is a dynamic process. Even though there is talk about your experiences as part of therapy, psychotherapy backed up by research includes particular goals, therapeutic methods, and practice between sessions of those skills learned. This is done differently depending on the type of therapy that is used.

Some are quite structured and short-term, while others may be long-term in nature and may need psychological help.

The first consultation is not always an automatic prerequisite to beginning the therapy process.

Psychological assessment or even psychiatric consultation may be advised by the psychologist initially. This is especially relevant for symptoms that are medically or psychiatrically related.

Possible Next Steps

Psychiatric disorders do not generally conform to one particular profession.

While therapy can help a patient, it may be necessary for the patient to also undergo a psychiatric evaluation.

For instance, a severely depressed patient can be helped using CBT while a psychiatrist decides on the need for drugs.

In another case, a child who has problems with his/her behavior can be subjected to psychological examination along with psychiatric examination.

PATIENT
↓
Psychiatric Care Psychological Care
Assessment Psychotherapy
Diagnosis Assessment
Medication Behavioural Intervention
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Coordinated Care

EXAMPLES

REVIEW MAY BE REQUIRED IN CASES WHEN:

Not Sure Which Type of Psychological Care You Need?

You don’t need to choose between CBT, psychotherapy, psychological evaluation, behavioral therapy, or any other treatment method before your initial consultation.

A clinical psychologist will be able to evaluate your problems and suggest what treatment option would suit you best.

Book a Clinical Psychology Consultation

Phone:

+91-9971166040

Psychological therapy is more than just talking about problems.

Evidence-based psychological therapy is aimed at helping people become aware of the patterns behind their problems and learning new ways to respond to them. Therapy has different objectives depending on the patient.

In one case, treatment would concentrate on minimizing panic attacks. In another, the therapy may include relationship improvement, anger management, dealing with compulsions, or helping the child develop more suitable skills emotionally and behaviourally.

Recognizing these trends could help you achieve a change that is truly relevant.

Benefits

Potential Benefit	What Therapy May Help With
Awareness of emotions	Ability to recognize emotions and triggers
Coping skills	Managing stress and difficult situations
Behaviour change	Reducing unhelpful behavioural patterns
Cognitive skills	Recognizing and overcoming problematic thoughts
Communication	Improving interpersonal interactions
Emotional management	Managing intense emotions
Life functioning	Improving life functioning at home, school, work, and with others

The term “therapy” describes a broad range of psychological interventions.

The best course of action would depend on the problem being treated.

Thoughts → Emotions → Behaviours

It can be useful for several conditions, including depression and anxiety disorders.

This therapy technique may be especially useful for behavioral problems in children and adolescents.

The treatment should be selected based on the patient’s clinical needs rather than simply choosing the most popular therapy.

Therapy Selection Matrix

Therapy	Common Clinical Applications
CBT	Depression, anxiety, panic and several other conditions
ERP	OCD and related obsessive-compulsive difficulties
Behaviour Therapy	Behavioural and developmental concerns
Supportive Therapy	Emotional distress and coping difficulties
Family Therapy	Family and relationship-related difficulties
Other Structured Therapies	Selected conditions based on clinical assessment

Taking psychiatric medications and psychotherapy are not mutually exclusive practices.

They are different methods of treating mental disorder and can sometimes be supplementary.

For some individuals, only psychotherapy may be enough.

For others, particularly when symptoms are more severe or complex, combined psychiatric and psychological treatment may be recommended.

Therapy should have a direction.

At the beginning of treatment, the psychologist and patient can identify meaningful goals and establish what improvement would look like. Progress may then be reviewed periodically.

Rather than just asking: “Do you feel better?”

therapy may also consider:

“Are you getting done more of what’s important to you?” Such as:

Goal: Re-engage in socialization.

Progress: Slowly joining social events which had been avoided.

Goal: Reduce checking rituals.

Progress: Gradually increasing tolerance for uncertainty without engaging in compulsions.

Goal: Enhance emotional regulation.

Progress: Identifying emotional triggers and employing coping mechanisms.

Not all therapies work equally for everyone.

The lack of significant improvement doesn’t necessarily mean that the psychological therapy is not effective.

This means that something in the assessment, therapy modality, goals, or the overall clinical picture should be reconsidered.

Possible Reasons Why There Is No Improvement

Children do not always describe psychological distress in the same way as adults.

Emotional difficulties may appear as:

Clinical psychologists working with children therefore consider the child’s developmental stage as well as the family and school environment.

EXAMPLES

Looking for a Clinical Psychologist in Delhi?

Be it with regards to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, emotional control, behavioral challenges, or even a psychological evaluation, what you require is a proper assessment of your personal needs.

Headspace Mind Clinic ensures that clinical psychology services are offered according to personal assessment and interventions based on evidence and mental health coordination where necessary.

Make an Appointment for a Clinical Psychology Consultation

Phone:

+91-9971166040

Why choose Headspace Mind Clinic for Clinical Psychology?

Selection of a clinical psychologist is not limited only to the process of seeking help. The success of psychological treatment requires proper evaluation, application of evidence-based treatments, proper treatment targets, monitoring of progress, and establishment of therapeutic relationships. Headspace Mind Clinic offers a combination of clinical psychology and psychiatric consultation, psychological evaluation, therapy, and other mental health treatments when coordination of care is necessary.

Psychological therapy is most effective when it is conducted by a proper assessment of the patient’s needs and using an appropriate treatment method.

Clinical psychology services at Headspace Mind Clinic include structured evaluation, individual treatment plans, evidence-based psychological treatments, and evaluation of treatment progress.

When there are additional needs that require further treatment than psychological therapies, our team allows clinical psychologists to work in collaboration with psychiatrists and other mental health specialists.

This allows treatment to be based on a clearer understanding of the individual’s needs.

This is particularly valuable when psychological symptoms coexist with significant psychiatric or medical concerns.

The psychological care is tailored according to the individual’s development level.

The children and teenagers’ treatment can include parents or caregivers, as well as the performance of the patient at school or within their families.

The treatment for the adults can be aimed at such spheres as emotional state, relationships, occupation, adaptation, behavior, or mental health problems.

People may discuss deeply personal experiences during psychological treatment.

The dignity of treatment enables the patient to talk about sensitive issues without any extra judgment. Confidentiality is ensured in accordance with all the relevant professional and legal standards.

Why Headspace — Visual Grid

Headspace Approach	What It Means
Individual assessment	Personalized treatment depending on individual’s needs
Evidenced-based treatments	Psychological interventions
Qualified clinical psychology care	Professional assessment and treatment
Multidisciplinary support	Psychology + psychiatry when appropriate
Progress monitoring	Treatment adjusted according to response
Developmentally appropriate care	Different approaches for children, adolescents and adults
Confidential environment	Respectful handling of sensitive information

Meet Our Clinical Psychology Team

Dr. Tanuja Bhardwaj

Clinical Psychologist
PhD, MPhil Clinical Psychology

Dr. Tanuja Bhardwaj provides psychological assessment and evidence-based psychological interventions for individuals experiencing emotional, behavioural, and mental health difficulties.

Areas of Practice

CBT
Psychotherapy
Behavioural interventions
Psychological assessment
Child and adolescent psychological care
Emotional and behavioural difficulties

Ms. Pooja Sharma

Clinical Psychologist
MPhil Clinical Psychology

Clinical psychology services include psychological assessment and structured psychological interventions tailored to individual clinical needs.

Ms. Surmeet Kaur

Clinical Psychologist
PhD, MPhil Clinical Psychology

Provides psychological assessment and therapeutic support for appropriate clinical presentations.

Before Your Appointment

Patient Checklist

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the difference between a clinical psychologist and a therapist?

The term “therapist” is a generic term that encompasses professionals who engage in psychological/counselling interventions.

A clinical psychologist is a specialist whose profession involves the clinical practice of psychology, which entails both psychological assessments and interventions.

What is the difference between a clinical psychologist and a psychiatrist?

The psychiatrist is a doctor with specialization in psychology and can prescribe medications.

The clinical psychologist is a specialist with specialization in psychological evaluation and interventions, for example, therapy.

The two specialists can collaborate if necessary.

Do I have to be diagnosed with any disorder prior to visiting a clinical psychologist?

No.

You can visit a clinical psychologist regardless of whether you know the possible condition or not.

The first assessment will help to identify what kind of assistance you might need.

Will I automatically have to go through psychological testing?

No. Formal psychological testing is recommended only when there is a relevant clinical question that assessment can help answer.

Will therapy involve only talking?

Not necessarily.

Evidence-based therapy may include:

Structured discussions
Skills training
Behavioural exercises
Exposure
Problem-solving
Homework
Monitoring symptoms or behaviours

This varies depending on the type of therapy being used.

How long does the psychological therapy last?

There is no fixed number of sessions.

This is dependent on the presenting problem, type of therapy, therapeutic goals, intensity, and response to therapy.

How frequently will the therapy sessions be held?

Session frequency depends on the clinical situation and treatment approach. Your psychologist will discuss an appropriate schedule based on your needs.

Can I see a psychologist without taking medication?

Yes.

Psychological therapies can also be done without using drugs when appropriate.

In some cases, psychological and psychiatric care will both be required by the patient.

Can a psychologist help me with anxiety problems?

Yes.

Clinical psychologists are usually able to treat patients with anxiety disorders using psychological therapies that include CBT and exposure methods, among others.

→ Anxiety Treatment in Delhi

Can a psychologist help me with depression?

Yes.

Depending on the nature of the case and how severe the depression is, psychological therapies, which may include CBT and behavioural therapies, will be used.

For moderate or severe depression, psychiatric assessment may also be appropriate.

→ Depression Treatment in Delhi

Can a clinical psychologist treat OCD?

Clinical psychologists with appropriate training may provide ERP and other evidence-based psychological interventions for OCD.

→ OCD Treatment in Delhi

→ ERP Therapy

Can a child visit a clinical psychologist?

Yes.

Clinical psychologists are able to evaluate and provide psychological intervention to children and adolescents based on their developmental age and family background.

→ Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Can a psychologist make a diagnosis of ADHD?

A qualified clinical psychologist can test you with psychological or neuropsychological tests pertinent to attention and executive functions.

An ADHD diagnosis, on the other hand, needs a clinical evaluation rather than a single test.

→ Adult ADHD Treatment in Delhi

Can a clinical psychologist conduct psychological evaluations?

Yes.

Psychological testing is a crucial component of clinical psychology, though the specific types of tests vary depending on the clinical question and training of the psychologist.

→ Psychological Assessment

What if I do not know what therapy I should go through?

It’s absolutely okay.

The psychologist can determine your problem and suggest an effective treatment modality instead of asking you to decide on it beforehand of your initial visit.

Can a psychiatrist and a clinical psychologist treat me together?

Yes.

Collaborative treatment may be beneficial if both psychological and psychiatric interventions are required based on clinical considerations.

Is psychological treatment confidential?

Psychological consultations are held maintaining the privacy standards and relevant legal and ethical norms.

There can be specific exceptions in situations involving serious safety concerns or other circumstances defined by applicable law.

Where Can You See a Clinical Psychologist in Delhi?

Headspace Mind Clinic — Paschim Vihar

Psychiatric and psychological services with access to clinical psychology, therapy, and related mental health care.

Headspace Mind Clinic — Rohini

Clinical psychology and integrated mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults.

Headspace Mind Clinic — Narela

Psychological and psychiatric services with access to clinical psychology and therapy.

Book a Clinical Psychology Consultation

Take the First Step Towards Better Psychological Wellbeing

You don’t have to wait for things to get really bad before seeking help.

Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or behavioural concerns, emotional dysregulation, or need a psychological assessment, a clinical psychology consultation can help clarify what is happening and identify an appropriate way forward.

At Headspace Mind Clinic, we provide personalized psychological treatment based on assessment, evidenced-based treatments, skill-building, and mental health care coordination when needed.

Schedule Your Clinical Psychology Consultation

Phone:

+91-9971166040

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Based on recognized psychological and medical evidence
Written in accessible patient-focused language.
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Information on this page is educational and should not be interpreted as a diagnosis or individualized medical advice. The appropriate psychological intervention can only be determined after assessment by a qualified professional. “

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References should be checked for currency before publication.

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Headspace Mind Clinic Editorial Team

Medically Reviewed By

Dr. Deepak Verma, Consultant Psychiatrist & Neuropsychiatrist

Psychology Content Review

Qualified Clinical Psychology Professional — Headspace Mind Clinic

Last Updated

August 2026

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