Get to know Richa.

City & Background

Richa Khanna (She/Her) is a mental health counsellor from Mumbai who practices online.

They're 38 years old and have been practicing since 5 years.

English are some of the languages they know, and hourly fee is (₹) 2,500.

Education

They have the following qualifications: PhD Counseling Psychology (University of Missouri-Kansas City, USA),M.A. Industrial Psychology (SNDT University, Mumbai).

Additional qualifications:Certificate in Psychological First Aid (By the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, USA),Social Justice Post-Doctoral Fellowship (University of Delaware, USA).

Why they became a therapist.

"I’ve always been driven to look inward, and I recognized this trait quite early in life. It’s been a journey, with ongoing reflections, insights, and opportunities for growth. An important area of insight was understanding the mutual influence and transformation that could happen within me and others when I give and receive in a close relationship. I found deep meaning in my connections, and then all it took was a major decision point in my life …"

What they'd like a client's first session to be like.

"My hope is for clients to feel respected, heard and understood. My relationship with a client is central to the work I do, and I try my best to ensure that a strong relational foundation is set so clients feel safe enough to be vulnerable with me in our therapy relationship."

How they make their practice a safe and affirmative space for queer and trans* folx.

"I am committed to providing LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy. As a heterosexual cis-gender woman, I have participated in allyship and sensitivity training, as a part of my doctoral education. I recognize the privileges I hold belonging to the majority community, and convey my stance by using language that is sensitive to individuals holding diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. I ensure to explore and understand individual experiences, …"

Areas of concern they address in counselling.

"As an experienced international practitioner, I especially value the richness of individual’s and communities' perceptions of mental health and wellbeing. I am particularly passionate about addressing the needs of young-middle aged adults, women and individuals holding marginalized identities, international populations and bi-cultural individuals. My areas of work include: relationship concerns, life transitions, grief, burnout, minority …"

A Quote Richa Resonates With.

"Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen ~ Hebrews 11:1"