About Ms. Kashika Chawla

Ms. Kashika Chawla is an RCI-licensed Clinical Psychologist with advanced clinical training from the prestigious Central Institute of Psychiatry (CIP), Ranchi, where she completed her M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology. She also holds an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology from Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi.

Kashika specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments across children, adolescents, and adults, combining clinical expertise with evidence-based diagnostic practices. She conducts in-depth evaluations for ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), trauma-related conditions, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), personality functioning, learning difficulties, and other neurodevelopmental and psychological concerns, using standardized psychometric tools aligned with DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. Her assessments emphasize diagnostic clarity, functional understanding, and practical recommendations that guide treatment, educational accommodations, and long-term care.

Her therapeutic work spans children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, behavioural challenges, relationship concerns, self-esteem difficulties, trauma, and a wide range of psychological disorders.

Kashika's therapeutic style is warm, reflective, and evidence-based. She follows a trauma-informed, insight-oriented approach that integrates third-wave cognitive behavioural therapies with individualized psychological formulations. Her work extends beyond symptom reduction, helping clients understand their emotional patterns, relationships, strengths, and vulnerabilities to create lasting psychological change.

Patients and families often appreciate her thoughtful assessments, balanced clinical perspective, and ability to make complex psychological concepts understandable while creating a safe, collaborative space for growth.