| Occupation | Clinical Psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD Clinical Psychology — Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, CFT, Mindfulness |
| Registration | Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI #CRR-A56789) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Ananya Sharma — RCI-registered clinical psychologist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Mumbai, India. She specializes in PTSD, anxiety disorders, and women's mental health. Dr. Sharma works with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and those navigating the complex intersection of traditional Indian family expectations and modern life.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| PTSD & complex trauma | EMDR, CBT |
| Domestic violence & abuse | EMDR, CFT, TF-CBT |
| Anxiety & panic disorders | CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness |
| Women's mental health | EMDR, CFT |
| Depression | CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness |
| Family & relationship issues | EMDR, CFT |
Dr. Sharma's approach is compassionate, culturally grounded, and deeply respectful of the Indian context. She understands that seeking therapy in India often means navigating family stigma, and she meets every client where they are — whether they're a young professional in Bandra or a homemaker in the suburbs. She uses EMDR to process trauma at its roots while integrating Compassion-Focused Therapy to address the shame and self-criticism that so often accompany trauma in collectivist cultures. Her clients describe her as "the first person who really listened without judgment."
She offers in-person sessions in Bandra West and telehealth across India.