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Ankita Dandekar

Ankita Dandekar

Ankita Dandekar

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Experience: 8 Years

Qualification: M.A Counselling Psychology & M.Sc Applied Child Psychology

Counselling Psychologist

Languages I speak - English, Hindi, and Marathi

Additional Slots: Available on weekends

City: Mumbai | Available: Online & Offline

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Regular price Rs. 2,400.00
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About me

Ankita Dandekar is a seasoned psychologist with a rich educational background and extensive experience in the field of mental health. She holds a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology from SNDT University, Mumbai, and an MSc in Applied Child Psychology from Nottingham Trent University, UK.

With over 5,328 hours of counselling experience and a 97.38% Very Helpful rating, Ankita has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in supporting individuals across diverse age groups and addressing a wide range of concerns. Her expertise extends beyond individual counselling; she has managed and clinically supervised nearly 20 mental health professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care and support.

Ankita is also highly skilled in creating and facilitating training sessions, workshops, and webinars, boasting over 500 hours of public speaking experience. She is deeply committed to a personalized, culturally sensitive, and transparent approach to therapy, with a strong focus on building resilience in her clients.

My Areas of Expertise

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Anxiety

Depth of Experience: Regular part of practice

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–30

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia), Specific Phobias, Agoraphobia, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Health Anxiety, Performance Anxiety, Trauma-linked Anxiety, Neurodivergence-linked Anxiety

• Key Approach / Modality Used: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), Somatic Awareness Techniques, Psychoeducation, Mindfulness-Based Interventions

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: Master's in Counselling Psychology

Self Esteem & Imposter Syndrome

Depth of Experience: Regular part of practice

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–31

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Confidence Building

• Key Approach / Modality Used: CBT, Narrative Therapy, Strengths-Based Approach, Self-Compassion Practices, Cognitive Restructuring, Identity Work

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: Master's in Counselling Psychology

Trauma & PTSD

Depth of Experience: Regular part of practice

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–32

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Trauma-related Difficulties, PTSD, Relational / Interpersonal Trauma, Accident or Disaster Trauma, Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), Self-Harm Related to Trauma, Domestic Violence Trauma, Sexual Trauma

• Key Approach / Modality Used: Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Narrative Therapy, Parts Work (Inner Child / Ego States), Somatic Experiencing-Informed Techniques, Stabilization & Grounding Work

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: Master's in Counselling Psychology

Grief

Depth of Experience: Regular part of practice

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–33

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Grief & Bereavement Support, Pregnancy Loss / Miscarriage Grief, Death of a Child, Prolonged Grief Disorder

• Key Approach / Modality Used: Grief Counseling Models (Worden’s Tasks of Mourning), Narrative Therapy, Meaning-Making Approaches, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: Master's in Counselling Psychology

Existential Concerns + Identity

Depth of Experience: Regular part of practice

• Number of Clients Seen: 10–34

• Types / Presentations Worked With: Meaning & Purpose Concerns, Life Transitions & Identity Crisis, Spiritual / Existential Distress

• Key Approach / Modality Used: Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, ACT (Values-Based Work), Meaning-Centered Approaches, Reflective & Exploratory Dialogue

• Relevant Trainings / Certifications: Master's in Counselling Psychology

Key Therapeutic Approaches I use

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)
  • Attachment-Based & Inner Child Work
  • Integrative / Eclectic Approach
  • Humanistic / Person-Centred Therapy
  • Therapy Style OR How I Show Up

    • Warm & empathetic
    • Structured & goal-oriented
    • Exploratory & reflective
  • Clients I Take up

    • Young Adults (18–25 years)
    • Adults (26–60 years)
    • Couples
    • Families
    • LGBTQIA+ clients
  • My Own Lived Experience

    • Prefer not to disclose
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