About

Alka Sankla is a clinical psychologist with diverse experience, comprising 1 year in counseling and 6 years in psychotherapy. Licensed by the RCI and holding qualifications from IHBAS, she has adeptly navigated both private and governmental health settings.

• Experience: 1 years in counselling, 6 years in psychotherapy

• Licence: Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI)

• Education: Institute of Human Behavior and Allied Sciences (IHBAS)

• Clinical Settings: Private and governmental Hospitals 

Philosophical Approach to Therapy

Alka creates a secure and open-minded therapeutic environment, emphasizing the importance of strong therapist-client rapport. She is known for her empathic listening and maintaining a non-judgmental space, which are pivotal for effective therapy.

• Therapeutic Environment: Secure and open-minded

• Client Relationships: Strong, empathetic connections

• Active Listening: Ensuring a non-judgmental space

Clinical Competencies

Alka tailors her multi-dimensional therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each client, with a focus on trauma-informed, person-centered care and various effective therapeutic modalities.

• Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Schema Therapy

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Mindfulness-Integrated Therapies

• Trauma Therapies with Somatic Approaches

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• Care Focus: Trauma-informed, person-centered

• Special Focus: Developmental trauma, emotional dysregulation

Areas of Special Interest

With a focus on a range of psychological issues, Alka adapts to diverse backgrounds, promoting resilience and growth through tailored, experiential approaches.

• Psychological Issues: Stress, mood disorders, anxiety, traumas, relationship issues

• Approach: Queer-affirmative, trauma-informed

• Goal: Psychological resilience, positive growth

Philosophical Insights on Therapy

Alka believes that therapy involves not just learning but also unlearning various behaviors and thought patterns. She advocates that therapy is beneficial for everyone, emphasizing its role in personal growth and understanding.

• Therapy Belief: Importance of unlearning in therapy

• General Advocacy: Everyone can benefit from therapy

Assessment and Diagnostic Skills

Her thorough psychological assessments are integral to enhancing her therapeutic interventions and deepening her understanding of client needs in a variety of settings.

• Assessments: Comprehensive psychological evaluations

• Interventions: Enhanced therapeutic techniques

Professional Development and Commitment

Continuously updating her skills and knowledge, Alka remains committed to her professional growth, ensuring she provides the highest standard of care to her clients.

• Professional Growth: Continual learning and development

• Advancements: Keeping current with clinical psychology

Alka Sankla's extensive experience, combined with her compassionate approach and specialized expertise, make her an invaluable practitioner in the field of clinical psychology. She is committed to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters significant personal development and positive change.