Dr. Shailaja Pokhriyal 
MBA, M.Phil, PhD
Psychiatrist
Senior Consultant
13 Years Years of Experience
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
English, Hindi
About Dr. Shailaja Pokhriyal
- Dr. Shailaja Pokhriyal is a Senior Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, where she works with children, adolescents, and adults.
- She specializes in psychotherapy, family counseling, mindfulness training, and cognitive behavior therapy, helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
- Dr. Pokhriyal has worked extensively with schools, corporates, and healthcare settings, providing workshops, mental wellness programs, and training sessions.
- She is also an academic contributor, with research presented at international and national conferences, along with published work on child psychology, ADHD, epilepsy, and family therapy.
- With frequent contributions to media, including newspapers, magazines, and television programs, she is recognized as a strong advocate for mental health awareness and education.
Qualifications of Dr. Shailaja Pokhriyal
- BA (Psychology)
- MA (Psychology)
- M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)
- PhD (Psychology)
Special Area of Interest
- Adolescent Psychotherapy
- Family Counseling
- Individual Psychotherapy for OCD, Anxiety, Depression
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness & Stress Management
- Assessment of Personality, IQ, ADHD, Learning Disability, and Behavioral Disorders
Work Experience of Dr. Shailaja Pokhriyal
- Consultant Psychologist – Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon
- Consultant – Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon
- Faculty & Trainer – Amity University, Noida
- Senior Clinical Experience at Central Institute of Psychiatry and Sitaram Bhartia Institute, New Delhi
Awards & Recognitions
- Gold Medalist for securing first position in MA Psychology from Dayalbagh University
- National Topper in Psychology at CBSE level (97%)
- Awarded for completing a large-scale psychological assessment project for ~2,500 employees at Escorts Heart Institute
Memberships
- Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (IACP)
- Indian Association of Psychologists (IAPsy)
- Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS)
Research & Papers Published By Dr. Shailaja Pokhriyal
- Published a chapter on ADHD in the international book Handbook of Research on Critical Issues in Special Education for School Rehabilitation Practices
- Presented papers on health psychology, advances in child and adolescent psychiatry, and epilepsy management at national and international conferences
- Research presented at the International Conference of Arts and Social Sciences, Harvard University, USA
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