Divia Ahuja

“Psychotherapy offers a journey of self-discovery where individuals learn to harness their own experiences to develop unique and creative ways to navigate life’s challenges.”

About Divia Ahuja:
Divia Ahuja is a Psychologist with a strong educational background. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from University College London, a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Counselling from Glasgow Caledonian University, and a Master of Science in Psychology from United Arab Emirates University. Additionally, she is trained in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule 2 (ADOS-2).

With over a decade of experience in mental health, Divia employs an eclectic approach to therapy, integrating diverse techniques to support her clients’ well-being.  Her specializations encompass a wide range of issues, including body dysmorphia, stress, anxiety, depression,  suicidal intent/ideation, adjustment issues, bereavement, anger issues, post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and sexual dysfunction. Divia is also skilled in psychometrics, career counseling, mindfulness, and couples therapy.

Divia discovered her passion for mental health while working as a special educator. Seeing how small changes in a child’s environment could have a profound impact motivated her to pursue a career in helping others. She finds fulfillment in watching her clients’ progress and the efforts they put in every day, which reinforces her commitment to her work.

Divia has a holistic approach to therapy, integrating Humanistic Behaviour therapy (client-centered) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques with solution-focused and compassion-based strategies incorporated into psychotherapy. She emphasizes the importance of understanding emotions and developing positive coping mechanisms to foster self-actualization. Including integrating the biopsychosocial model to ensure that her clients’ mental, biological, social, and spiritual aspects are in harmony, promoting overall well-being and self-sufficiency.

Divia has been invited to speak at multiple events for organizations such as [MercerMarsh Benefits, Henkel, Firmenich, Lufthansa, Cisco, Honeywell International, Inc., Dubai Investment, LVMH (Louis Vuitton), and many more. Her topics of expertise include post-pandemic recovery, work-related stress, parental guidance during lockdown, and mental health awareness and stress management. She has also presented at the Sharjah International Book Fair on cyberbullying for children and actively participated in discussions on women’s empowerment.

Clinical Expertise:

• Body Dysmorphia

• Stress

• Anxiety Disorders

• Depression

• Suicidal Intent/Ideation 

• Adjustment Issues 

• Bereavement and Grief

• Anger Management

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Psychometrics (Psycho-educational, Personality, Achievement, Neuropsychological)

• Mindfulness

• Career Counseling

• Couples Therapy