Dr. Dipti Thakur is a licensed Clinical Psychologist at KidsHeart Medical Center, Abu Dhabi, registered under the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) and the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH). She specializes in child and adolescent mental health, providing evidence-based care grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
With extensive experience in government and private institutions, Dipti Thakur excels in psychological assessments, psychotherapy, mental health counseling, and caregiver training for children, adolescents, and adults. She is committed to delivering holistic, personalized, and evidence-based mental health interventions.
Areas of Expertise
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, learning difficulties, emotional and behavioral challenges, school-related stress.
- Adult Mental Health: Anxiety, depression, stress management, burnout, relationship issues, and work-life balance.
- Clinical Assessment & Psychotherapy: Comprehensive psychological evaluation, CBT, psychoeducation, tailored therapeutic interventions.
- Training & Education: Conducts workshops for caregivers, teachers, and psychology students focusing on mental health promotion and best practices.
Professional Experience
- Consultant Clinical Psychologist – Nayi Disha Mental Health Clinic, India (2018 – 2025)
- Clinical Psychologist – Adolescent Guidance Service Centre, NIPCCD, Ministry of Women & Child Development, India (2018 – 2023)
- Clinical Psychologist – Malik Radix Health Care Hospital, Delhi (2020 – 2023)
- Consultant Clinical Psychologist – Indraprastha Apollo Cliniq, Delhi (2020 – 2023)
Academic & Teaching Roles
- Guest Lecturer – Post-Graduate Diploma in Child Guidance & Counseling, Jamia Millia Islamia University
- Guest Lecturer – Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance & Counseling, NIPCCD
- Guest Faculty – BML Munjal University, India
Education & Credentials
- Ph.D. (Psychology) Department of Psychology, Jamia Millia Islamia University 2018 – 2025
- M.Phil in Clinical Psychology – Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, GGSIP University (2015–2018)
- M.A. in Applied Psychology – Jamia Millia Islamia University (2013–2015)
- B.A. in Applied Psychology – Vivekanand College, Delhi University (2010–2013)
- Certified RCI & DOH Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Research & Publications
Dipti Thakur has presented and published research on caregiver burden, autism, adolescent mental health, burnout in medical professionals, academic resilience, and childhood cancer caregiving, contributing to national and international journals and conferences.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Why Choose Her
- Expertise Across Ages – Skilled in mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults.
- Evidence-Based Therapy – Applies CBT and holistic psychotherapeutic interventions tailored to each client.
- Comprehensive Assessment Skills – Conducts thorough psychological evaluations to create personalized therapy plans.
- Professional Training & Mentorship – Provides guidance and training for caregivers, teachers, and psychology students.
- Patient-Centered Approach – Focused on building trust and ensuring long-term mental wellness for all clients.