Ritika Kaur, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Ritika Kaur

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mental Health Problem

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Insomnia

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Punjabi

Getting to know Ritika Kaur

Ritika Kaur is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Master's in Counseling Psychology from National University, earned in 2011. She specializes in helping individuals and families navigate challenges such as trauma, relationship issues, cultural transitions, and mental health concerns. Ritika offers therapy in English and Punjabi, focusing on creating an empathetic, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment tailored to her clients’ unique needs. Ritika utilizes evidence-based approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT). Her practice emphasizes self-awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being, empowering clients to build confidence and develop the tools to manage life’s challenges effectively. As someone deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, Ritika works with communities such as LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, refugees, people with disabilities, single mothers, veterans, BIPOC, and neurodiverse populations. Her multicultural perspective and personal understanding of South Asian, East Asian, and other diasporic cultures allow her to connect meaningfully with clients from diverse backgrounds. Ritika’s warm and collaborative communication style helps clients feel heard, validated, and supported in their therapeutic journey. Outside of her practice, she enjoys spending time with her family, taking nature walks, and gazing at the beauty of the world around her. With a compassionate and goal-oriented approach, Ritika is dedicated to helping clients find hope, healing, and lasting change.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

National University, Master's in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1083987655

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Ritika Kaur?

Generally, Ritika Kaur has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Ritika Kaur's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Ritika Kaur accepting new patients?

Ritika Kaur generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Ritika Kaur's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Ritika Kaur accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Ritika Kaur online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Ritika Kaur using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Ritika Kaur work with?

Ritika Kaur works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ritika Kaur?

Ritika Kaur frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Ritika Kaur on their profile.