Dr. Chhaya Sinha Goel

Ms Chhaya Sinha Goel is the Co-Head of Psychological Services at Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, and a licensed clinical psychologist and psychotherapist in Gurugram with 18 years of experience working with adults, couples, and complex mental health concerns.

She uses an eclectic, evidence-based approach that combines Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and the Sue Johnson and Gottman approaches for couples therapy.

Trained at the University of Delhi (BA Psychology and MA Clinical Psychology) and Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University (MPhil Clinical Psychology, 2009), Ms Sinha Goel specialises in mood disorders, anxiety, relationship and couples therapy, and a wide spectrum of psychiatric conditions in adults.

She is also an internationally-aligned trainer in Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), an active assessment and therapy supervisor for early-career therapists, and a regular workshop faculty across India. She consults in English and Hindi.

Specialty Areas and Therapy Services

Individual Adult Psychotherapy in Gurugram

A core area of practice with an evidence-based, eclectic approach personalised to each client:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for anxiety, depression, and stress
• Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for emotional processing and regulation
• Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) for goal-oriented, time-limited work
• Mindfulness-based interventions
• Behavioural activation for low-mood and motivation
• Cognitive restructuring for negative thinking patterns
• Stress management and lifestyle therapy

Couples Therapy and Relationship Counselling

A signature area of expertise using internationally recognised models:

• Sue Johnson's Emotion Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy
• Pre-marital counselling
• Communication and conflict resolution
• Trust, infidelity and rebuilding
• Intimacy and emotional disconnect
• Couples coping with infertility, illness, or major life changes
• Co-parenting and family transitions

Mood and Anxiety Disorders

Ms C Sinha Goel works with the full range of common adult mental health concerns:

• Depression and persistent low mood
• Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Social anxiety
• Specific phobias
• Stress-related disorders
• Adjustment disorders

Psychiatric Disorders and Complex Mental Health

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Bipolar disorder (psychotherapy adjunct to psychiatric care)
• Trauma-related conditions and PTSD
• Sleep difficulties and insomnia (CBT-I)
• Health anxiety and somatic concerns
• Grief and loss counselling
• Burnout and work stress

Relationship and Life Stage Concerns

• Marital and partner relationship difficulties
• Family conflict and intergenerational issues
• Sibling and parent-adult-child dynamics
• Career stress and life transitions
• Self-esteem and identity concerns
• Body image and self-worth

Psychological Assessment

A specialised area with active supervision and training contributions:

• Comprehensive psychological assessment for adults
• Personality assessment
• Cognitive and mood assessment
• Diagnostic clarification in complex cases
• Pre-therapy assessment and treatment planning
• Assessment supervision for early-career psychologists

Workplace Mental Health and Professional Concerns

• Burnout and work stress
• Workplace conflict counselling
• Performance anxiety and imposter syndrome
• Career transition stress
• Healthcare and frontline professional support

Credentials and Trust Signals

Ms Chhaya Sinha Goel holds her qualifications from two of India's most respected academic institutions:

• BA Psychology from University of Delhi
• MA Clinical Psychology from University of Delhi
• MPhil Clinical Psychology from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University (2009) – a Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) recognised qualification for licensed clinical psychology practice

Teaching, Workshops and Academic Contributions

Ms Sinha Goel is a recognised teacher and workshop leader within the clinical psychology community:

• Co-Head, Psychological Services, Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram
• Internationally Certified Trainer, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) programmes (ASFT and IASTI aligned), conducted at Artemis Hospital, Gurugram
• Therapy and assessment supervisor for early-career therapists
• Workshop faculty at multiple national psychology and counselling forums
• Contributor to internship programmes on neurodevelopmental disorders for school students (Classes IX to XII) at Artemis Hospital
• Active part of the MoU between Artemis Hospital and The NorthCap University, Department of Psychology, supporting hands-on UG and PG psychology internships

Current Hospital Affiliations and Past Experience

Ms Chhaya Sinha Goel currently serves as Co-Head of Psychological Services, Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences at Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram, where she leads adult psychotherapy and couples therapy services along with assessment and supervision programmes.

Before her current role, Ms Sinha Goel built her clinical psychology practice across leading hospitals and mental health centres in Delhi NCR:

• Co-Head, Psychological Services at Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram
• Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Mind Matter Clinic
• Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurgaon
• Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Fortis Escorts Hospital, Faridabad
• Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Care Hospital
• Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Shanti Mukand Hospital, New Delhi

About Artemis Hospital, Gurugram

Artemis Hospital, Sector 51, Gurugram, is a 525,000 sq. ft. multispecialty tertiary care hospital and the first JCI and NABH accredited super speciality hospital in Gurgaon.

Established in 2007 by the promoters of the Apollo Tyres Group, the hospital is home to a dedicated Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, with senior psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and counsellors covering all age groups and concerns – from anxiety and mood disorders to trauma, relationships, and neurodiversity.

The department also runs internationally certified training programmes for mental health professionals.

Book an Appointment with Ms Chhaya Sinha Goel

Book a priority appointment with Ms Chhaya Sinha Goel, Co-Head of Psychological Services in Gurugram (consultation fee ₹3,000), on HexaHealth to confirm your slot in minutes. Consultation timings: Monday and Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.