Co-Founder
Rishika Vashishtha
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (A) | Psychotherapist | Psychometrician | 7+ Years Experience
Rishika Vashishtha is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (A) in Gurgaon and the Founder of Core Mind Wellness, with over seven years of experience in providing professional mental health counseling and psychotherapy services. She specializes in helping individuals of all age groups manage a wide range of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, dissociation, phobias, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, personality disorders, and other emotional or behavioral difficulties.
Her therapeutic practice is rooted in evidence-based psychological treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Therapy (BT), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), and Mindfulness-Based Therapy. She is also trained in psychological assessment, psychodiagnostics and psychotherapy. to ensure accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment planning.
As part of her inclusive approach, Rishika provides LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy in Gurgaon, offering a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals from the LGBTQ+ community can openly explore their experiences, identity, and mental health needs. She is committed to promoting diversity, equality, and mental well-being for all.
At Core Mind Wellness, Gurgaon, Rishika works extensively with children, adolescents, and adults, providing psychotherapy, counseling, and psychological assessments. Her client-centered approach emphasizes emotional resilience, coping strategies, self-growth, and long-term well-being.
Areas of Expertise
- Depressive & Mood Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety, Panic, Social Anxiety, Phobias)
- LGBTQ +
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) & Related Disorders
- Personality diorders + ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Stress, Burnout & Emotional Dysregulation
- Trauma, Grief & Adjustment Difficulties
- Self-Esteem, Identity & Personality Concerns
- Substance Use, Addiction & De-addiction Concerns
- Anger Management & Impulse Control Difficulties
- Relationship Distress, Separation & Marital Conflict
- Emotional Dependency & Attachment Difficulties
- Sleep-Related Concerns & Lifestyle Stressors
- Adolescent & Young Adult Mental Health Concerns
- Child & Adolescent Emotional
- Behavioral & Developmental Concerns
- Parenting Challenges & Parent–Child Relationship Concerns
- Academic Stress
- Career Confusion & Performance Anxiety
- Attention & Behavioral Difficulties in Children and Adolescents
- Psychological Concerns Related to Life Transitions
- Psychological Assessment
- Case Formulation & Diagnostic Evaluation (Personality, IQ and more)
Therapeutic Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Behavioral Therapy (BT)
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness-Based Therapy
- Psychometric Assessments
- Premarital, Couple & Marriage Counselling
- Relationship, Attachment & Interpersonal Issues
- LGBTQ+ Affirmative therapy
Credentials & Education
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (A)
Professional training in Psychodiagnostics & Psychotherapy
Advanced training in Psychological Assessments