Licensed Clinical Psychologist  · 

Healing begins
with being truly heard

I help adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions through evidence-based, compassionate therapy tailored to who you are — not just your diagnosis.

Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth available
RCI Licensed
6+ Years Experience
5000+ consultations
Sliding Scale Available
Telehealth Available

A practice built on connection, not just technique

I'm Kritika Zutshi, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Pune.
I hold an M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology from Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi (CIP).
For over six years I've worked with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and the quieter crises that don't always have names.

My approach draws from cognitive-behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and acceptance-based frameworks — but I believe the foundation of any real therapeutic change is in the relationship between the client and therapist.
I work best with people who are ready to be honest, even when it's uncomfortable.

M.Phil. Clinical Psychology Licensed CPsych CBT Trained DBT Trained Trauma-Informed ACT Practitioner IFS Practitioner
6+
Years in clinical practice
5000+
Consultations provided
2
Published research papers

How I can help you

Every person arrives with a different story. I offer a focused range of evidence-based services designed to address the issues most common in adult mental health — approached with curiosity rather than formula.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one sessions exploring the roots of your patterns and building new ways of responding. Sessions are 60 minutes.

Anxiety & Depression

Targeted CBT and ACT-based work to interrupt anxious cycles, reduce avoidance, and rebuild a life that feels livable again.

Trauma & PTSD

Trauma-focused therapy to process difficult experiences at your own pace, reducing their power over your present life.

Life Transitions

Support through divorce, career change, loss, relocation, retirement, or any passage that has left you uncertain of who you are now.

Grief & Loss

A space to mourn what has been lost — a person, a relationship, a version of yourself — without timeline or expectation.

Telehealth Sessions

Secure video sessions for clients who prefer to meet from home.

Therapy that fits your life, not a protocol

I don't believe in one-size-fits-all treatment. Every session begins with listening, and every plan is built together. You bring the expertise on yourself — I bring the clinical knowledge and the structure that makes change possible.

01
Free 15-minute consultation

We meet briefly — no charge, no commitment — to see if working together makes sense. You can ask anything. This will not be a therapy session but a space to understand the structure and flow of the sessions.

02
Comprehensive intake assessment

A thorough first session to understand your history, your goals, and what has and hasn't worked before.

03
Tailored treatment plan

We build a plan together — drawing on appropriate therapeutic approaches based on what fits your needs and preferences.

04
Ongoing work & review

Regular check-ins on progress. The plan adapts as you do. Sessions are weekly, bi-weekly or fortnightly depending on your goals and needs.

Client Words

What clients say

Names and identifying details have been changed. Shared with permission.

"

I highly recommend Kritika Ma’am. She is incredibly professional, kind, patient, and insightful. Her passion for her work shines through in every session. The time I’ve spent with her has been exceptionally productive, and I’ve gained valuable insights and support. I’m deeply grateful for her guidance and would recommend her without hesitation.

-D
Client for 2 years, anxiety
"

I have been taking therapy sessions from Kritika Ma’am for a few months. She has provided great help in understanding the root cause of my issues and how to tackle them. I have seen tremendous improvement and now understand myself better. She is immensely dedicated towards her work. I highly recommend anyone having mental issues to seek her guidance.

-S
Client for 24 months, Depression
"

I’ve been taking sessions with Kritika since a year now. After changing multiple therapists, finally found someone who I could be comfortable opening up with because she’s non judgmental and has helped me identify my past trauma and the root causes behind my issues and helped me heal. She’s friendly but also very professional and dedicated to her work at the same time. Will recommend her to anyone going through a hard time or in general, anyone wanting to grow, heal and take care of your mental health.

-L
Client for 12 months, Relationship
"

I have been taking therapy sessions with Kritika Ma’am for the past few months. She helps me understand situations causing distress and how to deal with them. I feel mentally stronger and more confident now. I highly recommend her sessions to anyone facing mental health challenges.

-D
Client for 18 months, Performance & Social Anxiety
"

I’ve been taking counseling sessions from Dr Kritika since 1.5 years and it has helped me to get a wise perspective of things happening in my life and environment. It has help me to understand more about myself and ways to lead a wise mind life

-S
Client for 18 months, Emotional Issues
"

I want to express my gratitude to Kritika Mam for being a crucial support during a challenging time in my life. As a first time therapy participant, I needed someone to help me navigate personal and professional relationship difficulties and provide objective insights. Her expertise and tailored approach have been invaluable. Thank you for your support when I needed it the most. I highly recommend.

-O
Client for 36 months, Couple Therapy

Common questions

If something's not covered here, please reach out — there's no such thing as a wrong question.

I can provide all required documents to assist you in claiming insurance from your provider.
It depends entirely on what you're working on and how you respond. Some focused issues — like a specific phobia or adjustment disorder — may resolve in 8–12 sessions. More complex trauma or long-standing patterns typically take longer. We set realistic goals together and review them regularly.
I ask for 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule a session without charge. Late cancellations or no-shows are charged the full session fee. I understand that life happens — exceptions are made for genuine emergencies.
The research says yes, for most people and most concerns. Some clients actually find it easier to open up from their own space.
Individual sessions are ₹2500 for 60 minutes for domestic clients and start @ ₹3000 for international clients. The initial intake assessment is free of cost and is a part of the first session. A sliding scale starting at ₹1800 is available for qualifying clients — please mention this when you reach out and we'll discuss it privately.

Start with the consultation

Reaching out is the hardest step. The consultation is free, low-pressure, and confidential. We'll spend 15 minutes figuring out if we're a good fit.

N1-401, Bella Casa, Sus, Pune
Maharashtra
+91-9113723260
therapywithkritikazutshi@gmail.com
Monday–Saturdays, 10am–9pm IST