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Diet and Nutrition

The Dietary Team at Vimhans specialises in providing customised plans with emphasis on Lifestyle Management along with specific dietary counselling:

  • diabetic meal plans,
  • diet for cancer patients after chemotherapy,
  • diet for patients after cholecystectomy,
  • gastric disorders,
  • perinatal nutrition,
  • nutrition with emphasis on women’s health
  • improving bone health and overall lifestyle.

Our Dietary Consultations take a holistic approach, in consideration of both mind and body. We take into account all your health challenges, eating patterns, diet preferences, lifestyle, and such factors while prescribing a diet pattern. Aside from specialised, therapeutic diet charts, we also offer recipe videos to our clients, which they can utilise while planning their own diets.

The neuropeptide Serotonin has been identified as being the most significant in affecting levels of mood, anxiety, sleep and appetite in our body and has a wide variety of functions in our body. Since 90-95% of this chemical is produced in our digestive tract, maintaining our gut health is essential.

What we eat can affect not just our physical health but also our mental health and overall well-being.

Individual dietary intake and nutritional status are important factors that influence mental health and the psychiatric disorders growth. Many mental health researches focus on depression, cognitive impairment, and dementia, and there is insufficient evidence for other psychological disorders, including schizophrenia. At VIMHANS, food and nutrition play a close relationship while dealing with mental illness.

Approaches at VIMHANS:

Food and Nutrition Approaches at Vimhans are not just providing basic meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner), but going a step further and incorporating food into a client’s recovery journey. We take great pains in ensuring optimum health for ourselves through diet. The emphasis on Food has always been prevalent as it is as one of the basic and most important need of any human being for survival.

However, we believe and nurture the concept of “Aatmanirbhar”, self-dependent. Involvement with Food starts in the morning - activities which we call Breakfast A.D.L.; clients come along with their caregivers and cook (pre prepared raw material) their own breakfast according to individual taste and preference.

After breakfast, they get involved in various activities in the department of their liking, including helping in meal preparation (lunch).

Food Activity/ Culinary Therapy:

Thrice a week, we conduct culinary therapy (live cookoff) sessions with the client and staff members. The food activity is a small group MasterChef class, wherein each and every one is provided with the individual cooking station with prelaid equipment and raw materials. The group comes together to cook something healthy, easy, tasty, and of course, memorable.

With client’s safety as our top priority - we use only electric, fireless equipments and thus, e.g. induction, oven, soup maker, cake maker, air fryers, electric tandoors etc.

We also ensure we don’t use anything with sharp edges like knife, cutters, peeler etc.

Culinary therapy has gained a lot of attention over the past few years, it has become one of the most sought after and unique experiences at Vimhans. Patients eagerly wait for these sessions and we welcome their suggestions regarding the choice of the recipes too! All this is supervised by our nutritionists and trained staff.

It is the only therapy which augments and uses all the five senses and our happy hormones like serotonin and dopamine increase:

  • Vision : colourful appeal for eyes
  • Auditory : sound of spluttering of food, whistle of pressure cooker
  • Olfactory : aroma of food
  • Tactile : texture related feeling with hands
  • Gustatory : different flavours

The joy and sense of achievement that the patients feel after participating in these sessions regularly is beyond words!

“Anyone can cook” – Chef Gusteau

The culinary therapies are not just for our patients but also for the visitors/ guests as food brings everyone to the same platform. It boosts confidence, sense of accomplishment, social integration & emotional bonding with food as well as family members.

There is something about cooking a meal together - a sense of equality amongst ALL participants. Sometimes doctors/residents/interns join in as these activities help in rapport building, and also in observing certain social behaviour in the patients. Individuals from diverse background are invited to participate; their feedback after the activities is always full of support and encouragement.

“Food makes one happy and happy mind cooks good food”

There is strong association with Good ?? Food ?? Mood

Food as a Vocational Activity:

With the help of the nutritionists & dedicated staff, our clients have also achieved a lot in the new product category development. These area all free from chemicals, synthetic colors & preservatives, we use only natural ingredients, ex: Sooji Namak Para, variety of Matthis, Soya ribbons, Chakli, bakery items – Muffins, Cakes, Cookies, Buns, Berger, Pao varieties of Namkeens – Khatta Meetha, Diet mixture, Masala/Tomato Sev.

The above items are available for sale over the counter.

All above activities are also the part of assignments and part of a dietary professional’s/ interns’ trainings at VIMHANS, they are assigned projects related to these aspects, and are also encouraged to develop new recipes.

Dietary TRAINING AT VIMHANS

The Dietary Department at VIMHANS also provides internship to MSc. (Food & Nutrition) and DDPHN students for a period of 3 months.They are trained in planning of diets of different diseases eg. Cardiac, Diabetic, Obesity, Renal, Liver, Oncology, Ryles Tube feeds, different Eating Disorders Regular integration with IPD patients and giving therapeutic counseling though customized diet plan is given more importance.

Since VIMHANS is now offering multispecialty health care services, interns also get an exposure on a variety of therapeutic meal planning. Contact us for more details via email.

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Dr. Sanjay Pattanayak

20 years of clinical experience Dr. Sanjay Pattanayak completed his Post-MD- Senior residency from the Department of Psychiatry of AIIMS Delhi. (2001-2004 November). He has decades of experience, unparalleled knowledge, effective application of updated information and skill along with a dedicated fanbase within and beyond VIMHANS.

MON-TUE-THUR-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 2000

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Dr Sonali Bali

23 years of Clinical Experience Dr. Sonali Bali is the recipient of All India Sarda Menon Gold Medal in Psychiatry. Psychosis is a special area of interest for Dr. Sonali, along with General Adult Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent problems, Drug Abuse treatment and Rehabilitation Marital and Psychosexual disorders, Problems of old age, Neuropsychiatry, Grief, Burn out/stress in professionals and students. She also has a special interest in Consultation Liason psychiatry, Emergency psychiatry, Rehabilitation of chronic Mentally ill patients, and complex difficult to manage cases. Dr. Bali's soft spoken demeanour, committed and personalised attention to her clients makes her truly stand out. Dr. Bali also harnesses the power of Social Media as a full-time advocate of sound mental health practices as well as awareness on commonly occuring disorders. She has conducted workshops, seminars on related topics at India Habitate Centre Epicenter, Delhi Police, as well as outreach in various schools.

MON-TUE-THUR-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 2000

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Dr Mausumi Sinha

21 years of Clinical Experience Dr. Mausami Sinha has worked as: Associate Professor(Faculty) in WBMES (West Bengal Medical Education Service, Kolkata, WB). She is a highly skilled and competent Mental Health Professional with expertise in Neurocognition, Geriatric Psychiatry Liaison Psychiatry, Adult Psychiatric Disorders. Dr. Sinha has published multiple papers - Both International & National, as well as conducted workshops and training across the globe. She continues to mentor young budding professionals in the field of Mental Health at VIMHANS. Her areas of interest and expertise are: Research in the field of Psychiatry exploring the nuances of life, culture and habitation. Cognitive neurosciences with emphasis on Geriatric Psychiatry (Dementia, Movement disorders, Parkinson’s Disease). AMA PRA Category 1 Credit (10 CME Credits) on Epilepsy (American Academy of Neurology) Non-invasive Brain Stimulation (rTMS-Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) Substance Abuse Cessation and Rehabilitation Cognitive Disorders and Remediation Dr. Sinha is a certified doctor in: Best Practices in management of Addictive Disorders (NIMHANS,Bangalore) Bio-Statistics and Research Methodology (Govt. of West Bengal)

MON-TUE-THUR-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 2000

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Dr Nandita Hazari

12 years of clinical experience Dr. Nandita is trained in pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and non invasive brain stimulation for OCD. She has undergone extensive clinical training in management of substance use disorders at National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, AIIMS New Delhi as well as worked in managing depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders. She has sustained interest in management of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Related Disorders, Anxiety Disorder, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in her clinical practice. She is also involved in supervision of training and research of post graduate students at VIMHANS. In the past, Dr. Nandita has been presented Awards for presentations/paper- Luke Clack Young Psychiatrist’s Award 2013 at 12th Bienniel Conference of Indian Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (IACAM), New Delhi. B.B Sethi Award 2015 by Indian Association of Social Psychiatry. Presentation on OCD and related disorders, anxiety disorders, somatic symptoms and related disorders, dissociative disorders, neuromodulation- transcranial direct current stimulation.

MON-WED-FRI (10:00 AM TO 03:00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 1500

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Dr. Anukriti Verma

18 years of Clinical Experience Dr. Anukriti Varma has worked in these specific areas of Mental Health Care: in promoting better understanding by patient guidance and management of behavioural problems, emotional/ relationship problems, aggression/ violence, self harm, suicide, anxiety, depression, adolescent concerns, academic issues, trauma, and de-addiction. Dr. Anukriti's expertise lies in handling behavioral problems in persons with various medical diseases, ranging from elderly and physically disabled, to sexual trauma, child birth related issues and neurocognitive remediation of persons with schizophrenia. She has a special interest in cases of body dysmorphia and skin diseases. In her practice, Dr. Anukriti makes sure to pay special emphasis on psychoeducation for clients and caregivers - learning myths and misconceptions about mental health disorders and propagating a scientific understanding of dysfunctional behavior / mood and thought process; she take a holistice approach to mental health by prescribing lifestyle changes including advice on diet + nutrition.

MON-WED-FRI (10:00 AM TO 03:00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 1500

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Sourabh Shah

Continua kids pvt. Ltd. (Working from February 2023) * Work areas – OT Assessment (Sensory, Neuro etc.) & Treatment (SI integration, Brain gym, ADL training, Fine & Gross motor skills etc.) ISIC Hospital, New Delhi (July 2022 – January 2023) * Work areas – OT Assesment & Treatment of Adult & Pediatric patients of Neurological & Orthopedic conditions. * Depertments – Worked in Rehabilitaion department, Hydrotherapy, ICU & Wards. VIMHANS Hospital, New Delhi (June 2019 to June 2020). * Work areas - OT Assesment & Treatment of Mental health & Neurological condition’s Patients. * Departments - Day care, IPD and OPD.

MON - SAT (10.00 AM TO 6.00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 1000

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Dr. Shivani Aggarwal

23 years of clinical experience Dr. Shivani Aggarwal has worked in these specific areas of Mental Healthcare: 1. Perinatal Psychiatry 2. Early Intervention Psychosis 3. Affliated with outreach under UNHCR 4. Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Child Sexual Abuse. In her body of work across the UK and India, she has developed and delivered multiple programs such as Immunization Programs for Children (including school heath programme) for the Government of Himachal Pradesh, reporting and management of acute respiratory infections in children under 5 years, providing family planning and antenatal care services and General Medicine - Management of common medical conditions including ischaemic heart disease, diabetes and hypertension. She has conducted seminars on Psychiatric disorder in Elderly for Doctors at IGNOU. Dr. Shivani takes active interest in supervision of post Graduate DNB Students at VIMHANS and runs an exclusive OPD on Saturday for Child & Adolescent issues

MON-WED-FRI-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 2000

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Dr. Monalisa Palit

21 years of clinical experience Dr. Monalisa Palit has worked extensively with a diverse student population addressing a wide spectrum of learning and social-emotional functioning levels. Her expertise lies in the diagnosis of various developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Learning Disabilities (LD), as well as psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, behavioural issues, and conduct problems. She specializes in conducting comprehensive assessments using a wide range of standardized psychological scales and provides psychotherapy, integrating Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic approaches, with a particular emphasis on play therapy for children. At VIMHANS, she is the Chief Mentor in training + clinical supervision of post masters and M.Phil. students of Psychology. In addition to clinical work, Dr. Monalisa has developed clinical content on various course curriculums covering common and severe mental health topics. She has set up and delivered on exclusive Mental Health Projects for external organisations such as ICMR, IIT Delhi, Don Bosco, and Private schools in New Delhi. She has been actively involved in conducting workshops and training sessions for schools, NGOs, and corporate organizations. These sessions cover a broad range of topics, from raising awareness and providing training on clinical issues such as ADHD, LD, ASD, anxiety, depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and Conduct Disorder (CD) for educators and counsellors, to guiding parents on topics like parenting skills, communication styles, time management, and career counselling. Her expertise has been recognized in various media outlets, including appearances as a guest speaker on Doordarshan and Lok Sabha TV, as well as features in leading magazines and newspapers on issues related to children and parenting. Before returning to India, She has also had the privilege of teaching undergraduate students at the University of Sydney, Australia.

Tuesday and Saturday, 10:30AM To 04:30PM

Fees - Rs. 2500

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Ms. Namrata Gupta

15 years of clinical experience In the past, Namrata has worked in child speciality and high risk clinics; with Neonates, high risk children, Down syndrome and Autism spectrum /ADHD speciality clinic (Aiims, Peds deptt). - Pre-schoolers and mindfulness; parental training and counselling in school setup; Neuropsychology, Mental health of Adolescents and Young Adults, Adults and families, Couples and family work, Geriatric psychology/ Elderly mental health.

Tuesday/ Thursday/ Saturday 11:30 am onwards

Fees - Rs. 2700

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Dr. Ashti Emran

7 years of Clinical Experience During her clinical training, Dr. Ashti has gained experience in assessing and treating various psychological conditions, including anxiety, depression, OCD, and psychosis. She was exposed specialized postings such as Mental Retardation Clinic, Child and Adolescent Clinic, Drug De-addiction Clinic, Neuropsychology in her training. Dr. Ashti employs various modalities of therapy in her practice, her research in mental health is surrounding women's mental health, psychotherapist professional development, and adult ADHD. She has conducted many awareness workshops on mental health related topics. Subsequently, she has worked extensively with the college-going population as part of her own awareness initiatives.

Monday: Online; Tuesday to Saturday: Offline, 9 to 5

Fees - Rs. 1800

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Ms. Decency Rajput

8 years of Clinical Experience Decency has worked in diverse areas of Mental Health, namely Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Personality Disorders, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Neurodivergence, Impulse Control, Trauma, and PTSD

Tue, Fri : 10:45- 7:30 pm , Sat : 10:00 - 7:00 pm

Fees - Rs. 2200

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Ms. Palak Aggarwal

4 years of Clinical Experience In the past, Palak has worked in the areas of Trauma and Narrative Therapies tapping into common mental health disorder such as anxiety, depressive disorders and substance use to Personality Disorders. Her work explores aspects of self-esteem, work related stress, difficulties in relationships and inter/intrapersonal issues through experiential and reflective techniques. As a therapist, Palak specializes in conducting various psychometric assessments and has worked in various esteemed organizations and hospitals such as AIIMS, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, VIMHANS, New Delhi, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute etc. Following that she has also worked extensively for the cases referred by Ahmedabad High Court, Juvenile Justice Board, Child welfare home and other medico- legal cases.

Mon to Sat 10AM to 5PM

Fees - Rs. 1500

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Dt. Shuchi Sharma

22 years of clinical experience A seasoned practitioner across mental health, neurology, orthopedics, gastrointestinal disorders, in the field of Dietetics and Nutrition, Shuchi specializes in therapeutic nutrition for children with special needs, with a focus on planning, monitoring, and evaluating individualized dietary interventions. Her approach integrates comprehensive nutritional assessments to address developmental, behavioral, and metabolic challenges, tailoring meal plans that support cognitive function, emotional regulation, and physical health. As a professional and passionate advocate of “Mood Food” and the Gut-Brain Axis, she emphasizes the profound impact of nutrition on emotional well-being, gut microbiota, and mental health outcomes. Her educational sessions often highlight how balanced, gut-supportive diets can influence mood stability, reduce anxiety, and support neurodevelopment. Alongside the team, Shuchi conducts Culinary Therapy workshops for patients, caregivers, healthcare workers, and students using fireless cooking techniques and therapeutic food ingredients. Shuchi has been featured in webinars, blogs, magazine articles and continues to write for public platforms.Her mission is to make nutrition accessible, practical, and deeply integrated with physical and mental health care.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday. (9.30 am - 3.30pm)

Fees - Rs. 1200

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Dt. Rashmi Bhatia

28 years of Clinical Experience Rashmi Bhatia provides counseling in Dietetics and Nutrition in relation to Mental Health disorders, Neurology, Orthopedics, Pediatric Nutrition and Diet for children with special needs, cancer and gastrointestinal diseases to the patients from India as well as abroad. She conducts Culinary Therapy with patients, caregivers, interns, professionals, nursing staff, students and staff on fireless equipments using healthy ingredients. She has also trained several dietetic interns under her. Rashmi has written for several different magazines in past and currently writes for a column in “The Rising Kashmir”. She has been a guest on Pragya channel for “Call for Care” show weekly basis for 3 years, as well as appeared in IBN7, India Today for talks on Nutrition and healthy diet. She regularly conducts Workshops, Seminar on the Role of Diet in Mental Health at VIMHANS for Children with Special needs, Cooking as a recreation and vocation for clients in rehabilitation, Senior Living Facilities, at IHC, Lodhi Road, School and Colleges

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday ( 09:30am to 03:30pm )

Fees - Rs. 1200

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Dr. V. Subbalakshmi Kota

11 years of Clinical Experience * Visiting consultant Serenity Clinic ,Vasant kunj since Feb 2021 The Heart Centre ,Lajpat nagar since May 2025 * Consultant Psychiatrist (NOV 2016 to OCT 2020) Neuropsychiatric Hospital & ANR centre for opiate de addiction Jalandhar,Punjab * DNB Resident (OCT 2014 to OCT 2016) Government mental hospital, Amritsar, Punjab

Wednesday and Friday (10am - 12.30 pm, 2.30pm - 4.30pm)

Fees - Rs. 2000

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TANVI ARNEJA

4 years of Clinical Experience A Gold Medalist at her MPhil training, and having worked in both IPD & OPD setups, Tanvi has dealt with a range of mental health concerns in her clients ranging from Depression, Anxiety Disorder, OCD, Personality Disorder, Adoloscent Issues, and Addiction. Tanvi has also conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topics such as: Women's Sexual Health, Sign and Symptoms of Disorders Importance of Studying Psychology.

Monday - Friday, 10AM to 4 PM, Saturday 10AM TO 2PM

Fees - Rs. 1500

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Ms. Deepika Mahendru

15 years of Clinical Experience A pioneer in her area of work, Deepika Mahendru has worked extensively in cases of Neurological Communication Disorder Developmental Speech and Language and Communication Disorder. She brings strong commitment and passion in her clinical work (individual and demonstration sessions) covering: ? Speech and Developmental Delays ? Articulation Management ? Fluency Management ? Voice Management and Vocabulary Improvement.

MON - SAT (10.00 AM TO 5.00 PM)

Fees - Rs. 700

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Ms. Somya Jain

9 Years of Clinical Experience Somya has clinical experience in therapy for psychopathologies such as Anxiety Disorders, Personality disorders, with special interest in Marriage & Family therapy, Chronic Anxiety and Depression, Existential & Positive Psychology

Fridays , 10am- 4pm

Fees - Rs. 2000

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ODITI ANAND

3 years of Clinical Experience Trained from Beck Institute in managing self-harm, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment approaches, working with Neurodivergent individuals - Oditi has worked in areas of mental health for Children, adolescents, adults & elderly client population with concerns of mood (depression, bipolar affective disorder, etc), anxiety (generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, etc), personality (borderline personality disorder, obsessive compulsive personality disorder,etc) substance use, dissociative disorders, & developmental disorders (autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Oditi is also proficient in psychological assessments for personality, intellectual functioning, & neuropsychological profiles. She has conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topic: Parenting- in Special Needs Children, Gender Sensitisation for school children

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 9 TO 6 PM

Fees - Rs. 1000

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Dr. S. Gajanan

10 years of Clinical Experience He is a certified psychiatrist, specializing in Adult & Geriatric Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and Psychotherapy. Dr. S. Gajanan is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care to his patients, and as Medical Officer Incharge at VIMHANS His areas of interest include managing Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders like Bipolar Affective Disorder- Mania& Depression, OCD, Anxiety disorders; providing expert care of elderly individuals with mental health issues as neurological disorder like psychological & behavioural issue in Dementia- Parkinson’s Alzeimers; and special emphasis on Addiction Psychiatry:- Providing expert care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, cannabius, stimulants, Tobacco and other drugs & Behavioural addictions such as Mobile-Internet-gaming addiction. Dr. Gajanan delivers expert care for addiction management such as MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing), Relapse Prevention Strategies, 12 step Facilitation offering individual, group, and family therapy to address various psychological emotional issues

Mon to Sat 10AM to 5PM

Fees - Rs. 1200

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Disha Kanojia

6 Years of Clinical Experience Disha is a Certified Trauma-informed Therapist (for both adults and children) from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai. She has also: Received extensive RCI license training in child and adolescent therapy from the National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development (NIPCCD) under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India. Gained experience at a behavioral center, providing intervention and counseling for adults. Spent a year training middle and senior-level corporate employees at GHCL Ltd., Gujarat. Worked in an NGO setting, supporting elderly individuals and orphaned children by teaching life skills and conducting counseling sessions. Played a key role at Mothers International School, collaborating with children and counselors to develop a comprehensive life skills module and facilitate teacher training programs Additionally, contributed to STEM for Girls, a government-partnered initiative led by the Government of Odisha, Quest Alliance, and IBM, focused on education and skill-building for young girls.

Mon to Sat 10 AM to 5 PM

Fees - Rs. 1000

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Radhika Gupta

3 years of Clinical Experience Radhika has worked extensively in the field of mental health, focusing on both adult and childhood disorders. For adults, she has provided support in managing mood disorders, substance abuse, anxiety. Additionally, she has worked with children facing a range of developmental and behavioral challenges , including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), and other emotional and behavioral disorders. Her clinical expertise is backed by hands-on training at both government and private mental health institutions such as AIIMS Addiction Treatment Facility, VIMHANS Hospital, and District Hospital, where she worked with varied populations facing complex mental health concerns offering specialized care across settings. Radhika's work has involved conducting comprehensive diagnostic assessments and offering tailored therapeutic interventions to help individuals manage and cope with these complex conditions. Radhika has also conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topic: Embrace your reflection (Cultivating Confidence in Body & Mind) - A workshop for adolescents understanding connection between identity and adolescent period. ; Workplace anxiety ; Imposter syndrome at workplace ; Violence against women

Mon to Sat 10AM to 5PM

Fees - Rs. 1000

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VIMHANS Services of Excellency

Psychiatry

Psychosis, Depression, Addiction, Suicide Ideation, BioPsychoSocio

Psychology

Anxiety, Relationships, OCD, Stress, Cognition, Behaviour, Creative Arts

Rehab for Children

Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language, IQ Assessment, Teenagers, Parent Training

Rehab for Adults

Brain Gym, ADL, Social Skills

Dr. Sanjay Pattanayak

20 years of clinical experience Dr. Sanjay Pattanayak completed his Post-MD- Senior residency from the Department of Psychiatry of AIIMS Delhi. (2001-2004 November). He has decades of experience, unparalleled knowledge, effective application of updated information and skill along with a dedicated fanbase within and beyond VIMHANS.

MON-TUE-THUR-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Trained at:

AIIMS Delhi-1/94-12/96, PGI Chandigarh

Research:

Pattanayak SK, Vaswani M, Dhawan A, Jena R, Saraya A. Assessment of the relationship between liver function tests and neurocognitive functioning in alcohol dependent subjects (postgraduate thesis work, submitted towards the award of M.D degree), 2001

Pattanayak SK, Malhotra S, Ramesh S, Sagar R, Khandelwal SK. Profile of elderly patients attending the Psychiatric out-patient clinic in a tertiary care centre,Indian.J.Psychiatry 2004,46 (suppl),47

Malhotra S, Pattanayak SK. Profile of patients attending a psychiatric clinic in the community, Indian .J. Psychiatry 2004,46 (suppl),47-48

Ramandeep, Malhotra S, Pattanayak SK. Early onset Schizophrenia- issues and perspectives (review). Delhi Psychiatric Bulletin 2004, 7, 6-12.

Pattanayak, RD, Pattanayak S. Biology is psychiatry’s new dawn. British Journal of Psychiatry, 2008, 192, 69-70

Pattanayak, RD, Pattanayak S. Medical Model is not as bad, Biopsychosocial model not as good, bid adieu! British Journal of Psychiatry, published online, 18 Aug, 2009

Pattanayak, RD, Pattanayak S. Failure to communicate effectively or failure of feedback? British Journal of Psychiatry, 2010, 197, 332-333

Pattanayak, RD, Pattanayak S. Indeed, a genuine problem; Proposing an additional specifier. British Journal of Psychiatry, published online, 6 Oct, 2010

Pattanayak, RD, Pattanayak S. Is it evaluation of full evidence? A note of caution.

British Journal of Psychiatry, published online, 6 Oct, 2010

Pattanayak, RD, Pattanayak S. Dilemma over antipsychotic use in dementia. The British Journal of Psychiatry 2010; 197: 501

Nayak SK, Pattanayak SK. Pathways to care and understanding of illness among caregivers of psychotic patients presenting at psychiatric departments of two culturally distinct Indian cities , abstract published in proceedings of International conference on Schizophrenia, ICONS, SCARF, Chennai, 2010

Pattanayak RD, Pattanayak SK. Neuropsychiatric complications of SLE: Raising issues of concern, Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology, 2011, vol 14, issue 2, 141

Pattanayak SK, Gupta CS. Assessment of pathways to care in psychotic patients presenting at a psychiatric clinic in an Indian city. Asian journal of Psychiatry 4S1, 2011,

Pattanayak RD, Pattanayak SK. Follow up and assessment of auditory vocal hallucinations: A few concerns and considerations, British J Psychiatry, (e-letter)  published online Oct 21, 2011

Pattanayak RD, Pattanayak S.Efficacy of Persian postcard intervention: Interpret with caution. British J Psychiatry 2011; (e-letter) published online, April 12

Pattanayak RD, Pattanayak S. Leverage: Need for Clarity. British J Psychiatry; (e- letter)published online, Oct 5, 2011

Pattanayak RD, Pattanayak S. Clozapine use, agranulocytosis and blood monitoring: Perspectives from the developing world (e-letter). British J Psychiatry 2011

Pattanayak RD, Pattanayak SK. Adolescent Tobacco Use and Role Model Influence: Interpreting it Right! Indian Journal of Community Medicine 2011; 36: 241

Pattanayak SK, Gupta CS. Assessment Of Perceived Stigma Among Patients With Chronic Mental Illness From India. Asian journal of Psychiatry 4S1, 2011,

Pattanayak S, Vaswani M, Dhawan A, Jena R, Neuropsychological performance in patients with alcohol dependence. Asian journal of Psychiatry 4S1, 2011, S85.

Naik SK, Pattanayak S, Gupta CS, Pattanayak RD. Help-seeking behaviors among caregivers of schizophrenia and other psychotic patients: a hospital-based study in two geographically and culturally distinct Indian cities. Indian J Psychol Med 2012 Oct-Dec;34(4):338-345.

Pattanayak RD, Pattanayak S. 'Desire for social distance' for Schizophrenia: Pre- or post-treatment? British J Psychiatry. (e-letter)Published online August 20, 2013

Jha M, Pattanayak SK, S Aggarwal? Comparison of socio-demographic and clinical profile of patients with and without bipolarity diagnosed as recurrent depressive disorder: a study from India. Bipolar Disorders 2016; 18 (Suppl. S1),152

Sehrawat M, Pattanayak SK, Bonerjee P. Relationship between insight and cognition in clinically remitted patients with Bipolar Disorder: A cross-sectional study from India. Bipolar Disorders 2019; 21, Issue S1(P-119)

Dr Sonali Bali

23 years of Clinical Experience Dr. Sonali Bali is the recipient of All India Sarda Menon Gold Medal in Psychiatry. Psychosis is a special area of interest for Dr. Sonali, along with General Adult Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent problems, Drug Abuse treatment and Rehabilitation Marital and Psychosexual disorders, Problems of old age, Neuropsychiatry, Grief, Burn out/stress in professionals and students. She also has a special interest in Consultation Liason psychiatry, Emergency psychiatry, Rehabilitation of chronic Mentally ill patients, and complex difficult to manage cases. Dr. Bali's soft spoken demeanour, committed and personalised attention to her clients makes her truly stand out. Dr. Bali also harnesses the power of Social Media as a full-time advocate of sound mental health practices as well as awareness on commonly occuring disorders. She has conducted workshops, seminars on related topics at India Habitate Centre Epicenter, Delhi Police, as well as outreach in various schools.

MON-TUE-THUR-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Trained at:

KEM Hospital, Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai, 

IHBAS Delhi- DNB Psychiatry

GB Pant Hospital- 3 Year Senior Residency


Dr Mausumi Sinha

21 years of Clinical Experience Dr. Mausami Sinha has worked as: Associate Professor(Faculty) in WBMES (West Bengal Medical Education Service, Kolkata, WB). She is a highly skilled and competent Mental Health Professional with expertise in Neurocognition, Geriatric Psychiatry Liaison Psychiatry, Adult Psychiatric Disorders. Dr. Sinha has published multiple papers - Both International & National, as well as conducted workshops and training across the globe. She continues to mentor young budding professionals in the field of Mental Health at VIMHANS. Her areas of interest and expertise are: Research in the field of Psychiatry exploring the nuances of life, culture and habitation. Cognitive neurosciences with emphasis on Geriatric Psychiatry (Dementia, Movement disorders, Parkinson’s Disease). AMA PRA Category 1 Credit (10 CME Credits) on Epilepsy (American Academy of Neurology) Non-invasive Brain Stimulation (rTMS-Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) Substance Abuse Cessation and Rehabilitation Cognitive Disorders and Remediation Dr. Sinha is a certified doctor in: Best Practices in management of Addictive Disorders (NIMHANS,Bangalore) Bio-Statistics and Research Methodology (Govt. of West Bengal)

MON-TUE-THUR-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Trained at:

Calcutta Medical College, Kolkata, West Bangal 

Certification in Non-invasive Brain Stimulation 

Techniques, Substance use Disorder at NIMHANS Bangalore



Dr Nandita Hazari

12 years of clinical experience Dr. Nandita is trained in pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and non invasive brain stimulation for OCD. She has undergone extensive clinical training in management of substance use disorders at National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, AIIMS New Delhi as well as worked in managing depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders. She has sustained interest in management of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Related Disorders, Anxiety Disorder, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in her clinical practice. She is also involved in supervision of training and research of post graduate students at VIMHANS. In the past, Dr. Nandita has been presented Awards for presentations/paper- Luke Clack Young Psychiatrist’s Award 2013 at 12th Bienniel Conference of Indian Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (IACAM), New Delhi. B.B Sethi Award 2015 by Indian Association of Social Psychiatry. Presentation on OCD and related disorders, anxiety disorders, somatic symptoms and related disorders, dissociative disorders, neuromodulation- transcranial direct current stimulation.

MON-WED-FRI (10:00 AM TO 03:00 PM)

Trained at:

MBBS- KEM Hospital, Mumbai, MD Psychiatry- AIIMS, New Delhi,

Senior Residency at PGI, Chandigarh (1.5 Years), Post-Doctoral Fellowship in OCD and Related Disorder NIMHANS Bangalore,

Research:

Published Research Work:- Hazari N, Narayanswamy JC, 

Venkatasubramanian G. Neuroimaging findings in obsessive

 compulsive disorder: A narrative review to elucidate 

neurobiological underpinnings. Indian J Psychiatry.2019

 Jan;61(Suppl 1):S9-S29.


Hazari N, Narayanswamy JC, Arumugham SS. Predictors 

of response to serotonin reuptake inhibitors in obsessive

 compulsive disorder. Expert Rew Neurother.2016 

Oct;16(10):1175-91.


Balachander S, Bajaj A, Hazari N,  Kumar A, Anand N,

 Manjula M, Sudhir PM, Cherian AV, Narayanswamy JC,

 Jaisoorya TS, Math SB, Kandave T, Arumugham SS, 

Janardhan Reddy YC. Long Term outcomes in intensive 

inpatient care of Severe, Resistant Obsessive Compulsive

 Disorder. Can J Psychiatry. 2020 Nov;65(11):779-789.


Thamby A, Seshachala K, Sharma L, Thimmashetty VH, 

Balachander S, Shivakumar V, Hazari N, Chhabra H, 

Arumugham SS, TS J, KM, Venkatasubramanian G, Reddy 

YCJ, Narayanswamy JC. Tran cranial direct current stimulation 

for treatment resistant obsessive compulsive disorder- A 

large case series. Asian J Psychiatry.2020 Jun;60:102625.


Grover S, Hazari N, Aneja J, Chakrabarti S, Avasthi A. Stigma and its correlates among patient with bipolar disorder: 

a study from a tertiary care hospital of North India. Psychiatry 

Res. 16 Oct30;244:109-16.


Hazari N, Joseph A, Mehta M, Sagar R. Assessment of sleep 

disturbances in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. 

Journal of Indian Association for child and Adolescent Mental Health

.2015;11(1):56-79.


Grover S, Hazari N, Chakrabarti S, Avasthi A. Delay in initiation of 

clozapine: a retrospective study from a tertiary care hospital in 

North India. Psychiatry Res.2015 Mar 30;226(1):181-5.


Grover S, Hazari N, Kate N. Combined use of Clozapine and ECT: a

 review. Acta NeuroPsychiatry.2015Jun;27(3):131-42.


Bhad R, Hazari N. Combining Pharmacological treatment in geriatric

 populations: weighing the balance. J Postgrad Med. 2015 Jan-Mar;

61(1):57-8.doi:10.4103/0022-3859-147061.

PMID:25511227; PMCID:PMC4944377.

  

Dr. Anukriti Verma

18 years of Clinical Experience Dr. Anukriti Varma has worked in these specific areas of Mental Health Care: in promoting better understanding by patient guidance and management of behavioural problems, emotional/ relationship problems, aggression/ violence, self harm, suicide, anxiety, depression, adolescent concerns, academic issues, trauma, and de-addiction. Dr. Anukriti's expertise lies in handling behavioral problems in persons with various medical diseases, ranging from elderly and physically disabled, to sexual trauma, child birth related issues and neurocognitive remediation of persons with schizophrenia. She has a special interest in cases of body dysmorphia and skin diseases. In her practice, Dr. Anukriti makes sure to pay special emphasis on psychoeducation for clients and caregivers - learning myths and misconceptions about mental health disorders and propagating a scientific understanding of dysfunctional behavior / mood and thought process; she take a holistice approach to mental health by prescribing lifestyle changes including advice on diet + nutrition.

MON-WED-FRI (10:00 AM TO 03:00 PM)

Trained at:

VIMHANS, New Delhi, IHBAS, SAFDARJUNG Hospital, New Delhi

Research:

1. In pulmed indexed international Journal:- 

Journal of Culareous and Aesthetic Surgery JCAS – Sept 2015 issue.

Title of Paper “Recognizing Body Dysmophic Disorder (Dysmophophobia)

2.In Indexed National Journal:-

Journal of Mental Health and Human Baheviour” Vol 19, Sep 2014 Issue.

Title of study “Sociodemographic and Clinical Profile  of patients with attempted suicide attending psychiatric emergency services

3. Chapter Published in “Manual of Psychiatric Disorder for general health practitioners” by department of Health  and Family welfare, govt of Delhi 2015 

Title- “Psychiatric Emergency”

Sourabh Shah

Continua kids pvt. Ltd. (Working from February 2023) * Work areas – OT Assessment (Sensory, Neuro etc.) & Treatment (SI integration, Brain gym, ADL training, Fine & Gross motor skills etc.) ISIC Hospital, New Delhi (July 2022 – January 2023) * Work areas – OT Assesment & Treatment of Adult & Pediatric patients of Neurological & Orthopedic conditions. * Depertments – Worked in Rehabilitaion department, Hydrotherapy, ICU & Wards. VIMHANS Hospital, New Delhi (June 2019 to June 2020). * Work areas - OT Assesment & Treatment of Mental health & Neurological condition’s Patients. * Departments - Day care, IPD and OPD.

MON - SAT (10.00 AM TO 6.00 PM)


Dr. Shivani Aggarwal

23 years of clinical experience Dr. Shivani Aggarwal has worked in these specific areas of Mental Healthcare: 1. Perinatal Psychiatry 2. Early Intervention Psychosis 3. Affliated with outreach under UNHCR 4. Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Child Sexual Abuse. In her body of work across the UK and India, she has developed and delivered multiple programs such as Immunization Programs for Children (including school heath programme) for the Government of Himachal Pradesh, reporting and management of acute respiratory infections in children under 5 years, providing family planning and antenatal care services and General Medicine - Management of common medical conditions including ischaemic heart disease, diabetes and hypertension. She has conducted seminars on Psychiatric disorder in Elderly for Doctors at IGNOU. Dr. Shivani takes active interest in supervision of post Graduate DNB Students at VIMHANS and runs an exclusive OPD on Saturday for Child & Adolescent issues

MON-WED-FRI-SAT (10:00 AM TO 05:00 PM)

Trained at:

Birmingham And Solihull Mental Health Trust, 

United Kingdom (Royal College of Psychiatry)


Dr. Monalisa Palit

21 years of clinical experience Dr. Monalisa Palit has worked extensively with a diverse student population addressing a wide spectrum of learning and social-emotional functioning levels. Her expertise lies in the diagnosis of various developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Learning Disabilities (LD), as well as psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, behavioural issues, and conduct problems. She specializes in conducting comprehensive assessments using a wide range of standardized psychological scales and provides psychotherapy, integrating Cognitive-Behavioural and Humanistic approaches, with a particular emphasis on play therapy for children. At VIMHANS, she is the Chief Mentor in training + clinical supervision of post masters and M.Phil. students of Psychology. In addition to clinical work, Dr. Monalisa has developed clinical content on various course curriculums covering common and severe mental health topics. She has set up and delivered on exclusive Mental Health Projects for external organisations such as ICMR, IIT Delhi, Don Bosco, and Private schools in New Delhi. She has been actively involved in conducting workshops and training sessions for schools, NGOs, and corporate organizations. These sessions cover a broad range of topics, from raising awareness and providing training on clinical issues such as ADHD, LD, ASD, anxiety, depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and Conduct Disorder (CD) for educators and counsellors, to guiding parents on topics like parenting skills, communication styles, time management, and career counselling. Her expertise has been recognized in various media outlets, including appearances as a guest speaker on Doordarshan and Lok Sabha TV, as well as features in leading magazines and newspapers on issues related to children and parenting. Before returning to India, She has also had the privilege of teaching undergraduate students at the University of Sydney, Australia.

Tuesday and Saturday, 10:30AM To 04:30PM

AT VIMHANS

Since 2004

Trained at:

Macquarie University, Sydney

Research:

Her published works include Stress, Resources; Adaptation in Families with Children

with Disability Maquarie University,

Sydney, Australia


Effect of Stimulus Configuration on Size Perception of

Sub threshold Stimuli


2013 ANCIPS, Abstract One year prevalence of psychiatry illnesses among

clients of Child Adolescent Department, VIMHANS,

Delhi, India: Where are the adolescents?


 Palit M, Jain K, & Aggarwal S (2013), One year prevalence of psychiatry illnesses

among clients of Child Adolescent Department, VIMHANS, Delhi, India: Where are

the adolescents? Abstract, ANCIPS 2013


 Bose M, and Malhotra R (1991) Effect of Stimulus Configuration on Size Perception of

Sub threshold Stimuli. Psychological studies 1991, vol 36 No 1.


Ms. Namrata Gupta

15 years of clinical experience In the past, Namrata has worked in child speciality and high risk clinics; with Neonates, high risk children, Down syndrome and Autism spectrum /ADHD speciality clinic (Aiims, Peds deptt). - Pre-schoolers and mindfulness; parental training and counselling in school setup; Neuropsychology, Mental health of Adolescents and Young Adults, Adults and families, Couples and family work, Geriatric psychology/ Elderly mental health.

Tuesday/ Thursday/ Saturday 11:30 am onwards

AT VIMHANS - 

Since 2017

Trained at: IHBAS

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

She has presented exclusively on Work stress, Employee Engagement and Attrition 

( Public Sector and MNC).

Victimless Crimes ( ILI, New Delhi).

Crime and women (Tihar Jail, New Delhi). 

Dissociative Disorder among women ( IHBAS, Delhi).

Assessment of Guidance and Counselling Services in 

Child care Institutions across Delhi ( NIPCCD). 


 Journalist Publication : I Mint & The Mind Diaries. . . 

 Conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topic: 

 Seminars and workshops : 

* Hooked, Watched, Judged: The Dark Side of Social Media,

 Bluebells School International School March 2025. 


* Sensitising Communities to prevent Child Sexual Abuse:

  Awareness, Prevention and Action, CRE  Status by Rehabilitation

  Council of India, New Delhi Jan 2025.


* Body Image: Building Healthier relationships with ourselves

  first, 2024. 


* Community Oriented Mental Health Programme: Embracing Pride, 

  Mental Health and Wellbeing, IHC, 2023.


* Workshop on Personality for M.A Psychology Students, Amity 

   University conducted at Vimhans, New Delhi 2022


* BSF - Gatekeeper Training Dec 2022 + Jan 2023. 


* LGBTQ+ & Mental Health: Evolving Sense Self of Self in Children

   and Youth, IHC, New Delhi, 2022.


* Relationships and Conflict Management : Vimhans, 2020.


* Corporate workshop - Mental Health and Well-Beings for employees 

   of H & M India, 2018. 


* ADHD Diaries, Early Identification and Intervention : An Initiative by 

   Yashoda Super Speciality Hospital, 2017.


* Responsiveness with Quality Education of Children with Special 

   Needs - ( Panelist and Expert )-  Ashtavakara Institute of 

    Rehabilitation Sciences, CRE 2017. 


* Autism : National Level Workshop, 2016, New Delhi.


* Emotional wellbeing among adults. 


* CBT & psychotherapeutic practises for MHP. 


* Work place stress and employee engagement.


* Senior citizen community training and intervention. 


* Early years and Parenting : KR Mangalam School.


Dr. Ashti Emran

7 years of Clinical Experience During her clinical training, Dr. Ashti has gained experience in assessing and treating various psychological conditions, including anxiety, depression, OCD, and psychosis. She was exposed specialized postings such as Mental Retardation Clinic, Child and Adolescent Clinic, Drug De-addiction Clinic, Neuropsychology in her training. Dr. Ashti employs various modalities of therapy in her practice, her research in mental health is surrounding women's mental health, psychotherapist professional development, and adult ADHD. She has conducted many awareness workshops on mental health related topics. Subsequently, she has worked extensively with the college-going population as part of her own awareness initiatives.

Monday: Online; Tuesday to Saturday: Offline, 9 to 5

AT VIMHANS

Since 2023

EXPERIENCE

7 years

FLUENT IN LANGUAGES 
English, Hindi

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Dar, I. A., Iqbal, N., &Emran, A. (2023). Secondary traumatic stress, vicarious posttraumatic growth, and rumination among healthcare professionals: Examining conditional indirect effect of secondary exposure to trauma. Traumatology.

Emran, A., Smith, J. A., &Iqbal, N. (2022). Psychotherapists’ experience of the transition to telepsychotherapy amidst COVID-19 in India. Counselling Psychology Quarterly, 1–24. https://doi.org/10.1080/09515070.2022.2093164 

Emran, A., Iqbal, N., & Dar, K. A. (2022). Attachment orientation and depression: A moderated mediation model of self-silencing and gender differences. International Journal of Social Psychiatry, 002076402210749. https://doi.org/10.1177/00207640221074919\

Emran, A., Sharma, V., Singh, R., Jha, M., &Iqbal, N. (2021). Lived experiences of women with dissociative disorder: An interpretative phenomenological analysis. Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, 43(6), 492–499.   https://doi.org/10.1177/02537176211044801 

Grover, N., Lakhani, S., &Emran, A. (2021). Reflective practice in action: An account of psychotherapists’ experiences in group-work training. Reflective Practice, 22(6), 782–795. https://doi.org/10.1080/14623943.2021.1974372

Emran, A., Iqbal, N. & Dar, I.A. (2020). ‘Silencing the Self’ and women’s mental health problems: A narrative review. Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 53, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajp.2020.102197 

Conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topic: Conducted a session for the one-year regular Advanced Diploma in Child Guidance and Counseling on the topic: Classification system of Childhood and Adolescents Psychiatric Disorder: Needs and Types on 10th March, 2023.

VIMHANS lecture series- Navigating the Challenges: Proactive approaches to addressing work related stress on 22nd March 2024

OTHER INTEREST AREA

Ms. Decency Rajput

8 years of Clinical Experience Decency has worked in diverse areas of Mental Health, namely Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Personality Disorders, Panic Disorder, ADHD, Neurodivergence, Impulse Control, Trauma, and PTSD

Tue, Fri : 10:45- 7:30 pm , Sat : 10:00 - 7:00 pm

AT VIMHANS

Since 2020

TRAINED AT

Amity University, Noida

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Chowdhury, S., Rajput, D., Shah, A., Shukla, P., Yadav, N.& Sagar, R.

  (2022). An Objective Look at The Presence and Severity of Mental 

  Health Issues in Indian Women in Delhi, Gujarat and Jharkhand. 

  International Journal of Indian Psychology, 10(4), 1967-1974. 

  DIP:18.01.188.20221004, DOI:10.25215/1004.188


Chowdhury, S., Rajput, D., Shah, A., Shukla, P., Yadav, N.& Sagar, 

  R. (2022). Mental Health Status and  Socio-demographic Profile 

  of Distress Callers on a Mental Health Helpline during COVID-19.

  International Journal of Indian Psychology, 10(4), 1862-1871. 

  DIP:18.01.177.20221004, DOI:10.25215/1004.177


Chowdhury, S., Rajput, D., Shah, A., Chauhan, A., Shukla, P., Yadav,

   N., Saxena, A., Trivedi, R., Sagar, R. & Sengupta, G. N. (2023). 

   An Objective Look at the Presence and Severity of Mental Health

    Issues in Indian Men in Gujarat. International Journal of Indian

    Psychology, 11(2), 125-135. DIP:18.01.009.20231102, 

    DOI:10.25215/1102.009


Chowdhury, S., Rajput, D., Shah, A., Pathak, L. R., Shukla, P., 

    Yadav, N., Saxena, A., Kumari, S., Sagar, R. & Sengupta, G. N. (2023).

     Mental Health Status and Socio-demographic Profile of Tribal 

     Populations in Jharkhand. International Journal of Indian 

     Psychology, 11(2), 188-197. DIP:18.01.016.20231102, 

     DOI:10.25215/1102.016


Rajput, D., Sharma, V. & Ola, M. (2020). Internalized homophobia 

     and psychological distress in homosexual individuals. International 

     Journal of Indian Psychology, 8(1), 366-372. 

     DIP:18.01.046/20200801, DOI:10.25215/0801.046


Rajput, D., Sharma, V. & Ola, M. (2020). Cognitive Behaviour Based 

     Hypnotherapy for Panic Disorders, International Journal of Social 

     Science and Humanities Research, ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), 

     ISSN 2348- 3164 (online), Research Publish Journals. (n.d.). 

     Retrieved from 

     https://www.researchpublish.com/papers/cognitive-behaviour-

     based-hypnotherapy-for-panic-disorders


Humanities and Social Science Studies, Volume III, Number 4

      (ISSN: 2319-828X) on intimate partner violence in view of 

      marital rape: Its psychological repercussions. 


Conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topic: Women’s mental

      health, Unmasking the faces of bullying: looking beyond the

      surface, Clinical issues in child and adolescent sexual abuse. 



Ms. Palak Aggarwal

4 years of Clinical Experience In the past, Palak has worked in the areas of Trauma and Narrative Therapies tapping into common mental health disorder such as anxiety, depressive disorders and substance use to Personality Disorders. Her work explores aspects of self-esteem, work related stress, difficulties in relationships and inter/intrapersonal issues through experiential and reflective techniques. As a therapist, Palak specializes in conducting various psychometric assessments and has worked in various esteemed organizations and hospitals such as AIIMS, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, VIMHANS, New Delhi, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute etc. Following that she has also worked extensively for the cases referred by Ahmedabad High Court, Juvenile Justice Board, Child welfare home and other medico- legal cases.

Mon to Sat 10AM to 5PM

AT VIMHANS

Since 2023

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Palak is a gifted public speaker and has: Conducted self-empowerment workshop training at GHCL, Gujarat. Delivered Trauma- Informed Care and Autism Spectrum Disorder workshops at VIMHANS. Lead a specialized workshop on Anxiety in Children and Adolescents at the India Habitat Centre. Delivered multiple mental health awareness seminars at leading organizations, including JCB, HCL, and Dabur

OTHER INTEREST AREA

On the learning curve, Palak has done additional trainings in: -

1.Narrative Therapy & Community Work in association with Dulwich Centre, Australia & Children First. 

2.Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma in association with Medical University of South Carolina (A web-based Training Program)

Dt. Shuchi Sharma

22 years of clinical experience A seasoned practitioner across mental health, neurology, orthopedics, gastrointestinal disorders, in the field of Dietetics and Nutrition, Shuchi specializes in therapeutic nutrition for children with special needs, with a focus on planning, monitoring, and evaluating individualized dietary interventions. Her approach integrates comprehensive nutritional assessments to address developmental, behavioral, and metabolic challenges, tailoring meal plans that support cognitive function, emotional regulation, and physical health. As a professional and passionate advocate of “Mood Food” and the Gut-Brain Axis, she emphasizes the profound impact of nutrition on emotional well-being, gut microbiota, and mental health outcomes. Her educational sessions often highlight how balanced, gut-supportive diets can influence mood stability, reduce anxiety, and support neurodevelopment. Alongside the team, Shuchi conducts Culinary Therapy workshops for patients, caregivers, healthcare workers, and students using fireless cooking techniques and therapeutic food ingredients. Shuchi has been featured in webinars, blogs, magazine articles and continues to write for public platforms.Her mission is to make nutrition accessible, practical, and deeply integrated with physical and mental health care.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday. (9.30 am - 3.30pm)

At VIMHANS : Since 2003

Trained at: VIMHANS

Interest Areas:

Developing healthy recipe for mental health clients.

Developing healthy products for clients with special Therapeutic needs.

Dt. Rashmi Bhatia

28 years of Clinical Experience Rashmi Bhatia provides counseling in Dietetics and Nutrition in relation to Mental Health disorders, Neurology, Orthopedics, Pediatric Nutrition and Diet for children with special needs, cancer and gastrointestinal diseases to the patients from India as well as abroad. She conducts Culinary Therapy with patients, caregivers, interns, professionals, nursing staff, students and staff on fireless equipments using healthy ingredients. She has also trained several dietetic interns under her. Rashmi has written for several different magazines in past and currently writes for a column in “The Rising Kashmir”. She has been a guest on Pragya channel for “Call for Care” show weekly basis for 3 years, as well as appeared in IBN7, India Today for talks on Nutrition and healthy diet. She regularly conducts Workshops, Seminar on the Role of Diet in Mental Health at VIMHANS for Children with Special needs, Cooking as a recreation and vocation for clients in rehabilitation, Senior Living Facilities, at IHC, Lodhi Road, School and Colleges

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday ( 09:30am to 03:30pm )

At Vimhans: Since 1996
Trained at : VIMHANS
Dr. V. Subbalakshmi Kota

11 years of Clinical Experience * Visiting consultant Serenity Clinic ,Vasant kunj since Feb 2021 The Heart Centre ,Lajpat nagar since May 2025 * Consultant Psychiatrist (NOV 2016 to OCT 2020) Neuropsychiatric Hospital & ANR centre for opiate de addiction Jalandhar,Punjab * DNB Resident (OCT 2014 to OCT 2016) Government mental hospital, Amritsar, Punjab

Wednesday and Friday (10am - 12.30 pm, 2.30pm - 4.30pm)

Trained at:

KMC, Manipal - DPM

Govt. Mental Hospital , Amritsar - DNB (Psychiatry)

 Research Experience:

In areas of social cognition in Schizophrenia, MECT, Quantitative EEG

 Interest Areas:

Preventive Mental Health

Neuromodulation

Child & Adolescent

TANVI ARNEJA

4 years of Clinical Experience A Gold Medalist at her MPhil training, and having worked in both IPD & OPD setups, Tanvi has dealt with a range of mental health concerns in her clients ranging from Depression, Anxiety Disorder, OCD, Personality Disorder, Adoloscent Issues, and Addiction. Tanvi has also conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topics such as: Women's Sexual Health, Sign and Symptoms of Disorders Importance of Studying Psychology.

Monday - Friday, 10AM to 4 PM, Saturday 10AM TO 2PM

AT VIMHANS

Since 2025


Ms. Deepika Mahendru

15 years of Clinical Experience A pioneer in her area of work, Deepika Mahendru has worked extensively in cases of Neurological Communication Disorder Developmental Speech and Language and Communication Disorder. She brings strong commitment and passion in her clinical work (individual and demonstration sessions) covering: ? Speech and Developmental Delays ? Articulation Management ? Fluency Management ? Voice Management and Vocabulary Improvement.

MON - SAT (10.00 AM TO 5.00 PM)

Trained at:

AYJNISHD (AYJ National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities

At Vimhans:

Since 2009

Ms. Somya Jain

9 Years of Clinical Experience Somya has clinical experience in therapy for psychopathologies such as Anxiety Disorders, Personality disorders, with special interest in Marriage & Family therapy, Chronic Anxiety and Depression, Existential & Positive Psychology

Fridays , 10am- 4pm

AT VIMHANS

Since 2019


OTHER INTEREST AREA

In her practice, Somya would like to focus on Post Partum Depression, Person-centered approaches to Individual & Couples therapy
ODITI ANAND

3 years of Clinical Experience Trained from Beck Institute in managing self-harm, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment approaches, working with Neurodivergent individuals - Oditi has worked in areas of mental health for Children, adolescents, adults & elderly client population with concerns of mood (depression, bipolar affective disorder, etc), anxiety (generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, etc), personality (borderline personality disorder, obsessive compulsive personality disorder,etc) substance use, dissociative disorders, & developmental disorders (autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Oditi is also proficient in psychological assessments for personality, intellectual functioning, & neuropsychological profiles. She has conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topic: Parenting- in Special Needs Children, Gender Sensitisation for school children

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, 9 TO 6 PM

AT VIMHANS

Since 2024

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Paper Presentation: 50th National Annual Conference of Indian Association of Clinical Psyologists-February 2024 Early Maladaptive Schemas and Dissociative Disorders in Emerging Adults from India Dissertation: September 2023- November 2023 MS. ODITI ANAND 14.06.1996 9810300085 2 Relationship between Early Maladaptive Schemas, Perceived Parenting Styles and Distress Tolerance in Adults with Dissociative Disorders Research: January 2021- August 2021 ICMR Project- Community Outreach Program on Mental Health Issues in School Going Children and Adolescents with emphasis on development of skilled manpower Dissertation: September 2018-April 2019 Theory of Mind in Older Men and Women: The Role of Social Relationships Research: December 2015- February 2016 Happiness, Women and Ageing-A Comparative Study of Middle Age and Old Age Women

Dr. S. Gajanan

10 years of Clinical Experience He is a certified psychiatrist, specializing in Adult & Geriatric Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and Psychotherapy. Dr. S. Gajanan is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care to his patients, and as Medical Officer Incharge at VIMHANS His areas of interest include managing Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders like Bipolar Affective Disorder- Mania& Depression, OCD, Anxiety disorders; providing expert care of elderly individuals with mental health issues as neurological disorder like psychological & behavioural issue in Dementia- Parkinson’s Alzeimers; and special emphasis on Addiction Psychiatry:- Providing expert care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, cannabius, stimulants, Tobacco and other drugs & Behavioural addictions such as Mobile-Internet-gaming addiction. Dr. Gajanan delivers expert care for addiction management such as MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy), MI (Motivational Interviewing), Relapse Prevention Strategies, 12 step Facilitation offering individual, group, and family therapy to address various psychological emotional issues

Mon to Sat 10AM to 5PM

 Trained at:

VIMHANS, New Delhi, NIMHANS, Bangalore, AIIMS, New Delhi-NDDTC, 

CMC Vellore, Government Medical College and Hospital Aurangabad, 

Taxila American University, University of South Wales UK


Disha Kanojia

6 Years of Clinical Experience Disha is a Certified Trauma-informed Therapist (for both adults and children) from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai. She has also: Received extensive RCI license training in child and adolescent therapy from the National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development (NIPCCD) under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India. Gained experience at a behavioral center, providing intervention and counseling for adults. Spent a year training middle and senior-level corporate employees at GHCL Ltd., Gujarat. Worked in an NGO setting, supporting elderly individuals and orphaned children by teaching life skills and conducting counseling sessions. Played a key role at Mothers International School, collaborating with children and counselors to develop a comprehensive life skills module and facilitate teacher training programs Additionally, contributed to STEM for Girls, a government-partnered initiative led by the Government of Odisha, Quest Alliance, and IBM, focused on education and skill-building for young girls.

Mon to Sat 10 AM to 5 PM

AT VIMHANS 

Since 2022

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Disha has been instrumental in ideating, developing, and even acting in numerous psychoeducative multimedia at VIMHANS. She has created and delivers specialised modules in Psychotherapy for the interns and trainees in Psychology.  

OTHER INTEREST AREA

Beyond psychology, Disha has a deep passion for teaching, where she can share knowledge in guiding others in their personal and professional growth. Traveling allows her to explore diverse cultures, understand different perspectives, and gain insights into human behavior across various communities. Interestingly, she has a strong appreciation for creative arts and photography, which Disha believes can be a powerful medium for self-expression and healing.


Radhika Gupta

3 years of Clinical Experience Radhika has worked extensively in the field of mental health, focusing on both adult and childhood disorders. For adults, she has provided support in managing mood disorders, substance abuse, anxiety. Additionally, she has worked with children facing a range of developmental and behavioral challenges , including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), and other emotional and behavioral disorders. Her clinical expertise is backed by hands-on training at both government and private mental health institutions such as AIIMS Addiction Treatment Facility, VIMHANS Hospital, and District Hospital, where she worked with varied populations facing complex mental health concerns offering specialized care across settings. Radhika's work has involved conducting comprehensive diagnostic assessments and offering tailored therapeutic interventions to help individuals manage and cope with these complex conditions. Radhika has also conducted workshop(s)/seminar(s) on topic: Embrace your reflection (Cultivating Confidence in Body & Mind) - A workshop for adolescents understanding connection between identity and adolescent period. ; Workplace anxiety ; Imposter syndrome at workplace ; Violence against women

Mon to Sat 10AM to 5PM

At Vimhans: Since 2024

Interest areas: Her passion lies in bridging the gap between mental health awareness and accessible care, striving to create lasting impact in the field.

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