Dr. Nitin A. Lal is an experienced Clinical Psychologist skilled in psychotherapy, psychological assessments, early childhood development, and workplace mental health. He runs his private practice, Udayan Mental Health Care, and works with multiple reputed institutions. He is trained in Virtual Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and advanced psychotherapy approaches from the Beck Institute, USA. He also conducts workshops, corporate training programs, and mental-wellness sessions for organisations.
Educational Qualifications:
- BA (Hons) English – University of Delhi (2009–2012)
- Summer School (Psychology Courses) – Stanford University, USA (2011)
- MA (Clinical Psychology) – Amity University, Noida (2012–2014)
- M.Phil (Clinical Psychology) – Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai (2014–2016)
- PhD (Pursuing) – Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore
Professional Experience:
- Consultant Clinical Psychologist – Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali (2017–Present)
- Consultant Clinical Psychologist – Max Multi Speciality Centre, Noida (2021–Present)
- Director & Consultant Clinical Psychologist – Udayan Mental Health Care (2016–Present)
- Consultant Psychologist – Mind Garden, New Delhi (2022–Present)
- Clinical Partner – Venthrapy.com (2020–Present)
- Corporate Trainer & Mental Health Expert – Optum (2021–Present)
Awards & Certifications:
- Certified COGMED Working Memory Training Coach
- Certified in Virtual Reality Therapy for Anxiety Disorders
- Certified in POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace)
- Advanced VR Clinical Practice Training
- CBT Training – Beck Institute, Philadelphia, USA
- Mentoring PG level Psychology students as External Supervisor
Research Papers & Publications:
- Invited to various corporates/ Academic institutions as a speaker to speak on various mental health issues.
- Presented papers in national and International Conferences and published a paper in a peer reviewed journal.
Professional Memberships:
- Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) – Registered Clinical Psychologist
- Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (IACP) – Life Member