DR. PRERNA KOHLI
India's Leading Marriage Counsellor & Clinical Psychologist— Gurugram & Online Globally
About Dr. Prerna Kohli (Ph.D.)
Dr. Prerna Kohli is a clinical psychologist and marriage counsellor based in Gurugram, India, with over 30 years of clinical practice. A four-time gold medalist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), she was awarded "100 Women Achievers of India" by the President of India in 2016. She is the founder of MindTribe Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., a TEDx speaker, and a published author. She works with individuals, couples, and families— in-clinic in Gurugram and online globally— with a particular speciality in marriage counselling, family therapy, and NRI and Indian-diaspora clients. She is currently accepting new clients.
Dr. Kohli practises integrative psychotherapy, drawing on cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, client-centred therapy, and family systems work, matched to each client rather than a single fixed method. She takes a whole-person view— understanding the relationships, circumstances, and thinking patterns that sustain a difficulty— and favours evidence-informed talk therapy over reliance on medication. Where mindfulness or a broader focus on emotional and spiritual wellbeing supports the work, she draws on it as well. Where psychiatric input is needed, she works alongside qualified psychiatrists so care stays coordinated; most concerns are addressed without medication.
Qualifications & Credentials
- PhD, Clinical Psychology— Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- MPhil, Clinical Psychology— Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- MA, Clinical Psychology— Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- BA, Clinical Psychology— Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- Four-time gold medalist in Psychology
- "100 Women Achievers of India," awarded by the President of India (2016)
- TEDx speaker (TEDxJMC)
- Founder, MindTribe Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
- Professional member, Delhi Association of Clinical Psychologists (DACP)
Dr. Kohli completed her clinical training at Aligarh Muslim University prior to the establishment of the Rehabilitation Council of India, and holds postgraduate qualifications from one of India's most respected institutions for clinical psychology.
Areas of Specialisation
- Marriage and pre-marriage counselling
- Couples and relationship therapy
- Family therapy and parenting
- Depression, anxiety, and stress
- NRI and Indian-diaspora mental health (online, globally)
Experience
In continuous private practice since 1994— over 30 years in the National Capital Region— Dr. Kohli has worked with clients across every walk of life, from students, parents, and working professionals to senior executives and public figures, alongside long-standing community work including life-skills training with inmates at Tihar Jail. Her focus stays the same regardless of who is in the room: equipping people with practical tools to resolve their difficulties and return to full functioning. Her work has been recognised with four gold medals in psychology, numerous published papers, regular print and broadcast coverage, and the President of India's "100 Women Achievers of India" award (2016).
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Prerna Kohli
Dr. Kohli practises integrative psychotherapy, combining cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, client-centred therapy, and family systems work. She tailors the approach to each client and favours evidence-informed talk therapy over reliance on medication.
Yes. Dr. Kohli holds a PhD and MPhil in Clinical Psychology from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), one of India's premier institutions for clinical psychology training. She has been in active clinical practice since 1994— over 30 years of continuous practice— and is a professional member of the Delhi Association of Clinical Psychologists (DACP).
Her primary specialisations are marriage counselling, NRI mental health, and family therapy. She also has extensive experience with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, career counselling, and corporate organisations across India.
Yes. Dr. Kohli has a strong specialisation in NRI clients and the Indian diaspora, conducting sessions by video call across time zones, including the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and the Gulf.
The clinic is at NR 36, Nathupur Road, near Neelkanth Hospital, DLF Phase 3, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122002. In-clinic consultations are by appointment, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, seven days a week. Online sessions are available worldwide at flexible timings.
No. As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Kohli does not prescribe medication. Her work is rooted in talk therapy and integrative psychological techniques. Where psychiatric medication is clinically indicated, she works alongside qualified psychiatrists.
You can book through the consultation form on this website, by calling +91 98118 62338, or by messaging on WhatsApp. Sessions are available in-clinic in Gurugram and online globally.
