Profession: Counsellor / Therapist / Consultant Psychiatrist
Education & Accreditation:
Education:
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- M B B S, Pune University, India (1997)
- M. D (Psychiatry) from Pune University, India (2003)
- Rational motive Behavior Therapy Diploma, from Renaissance Training Academy, London, (Online course)- June 2020
- Professional Cognitive Behavior Therapy Diploma Online Course (July 2020), Udemy
Experience: 14+ years
About:
Hello! I am a Consultant Psychiatrist registered in India. I have a total of 14+ years of experience in the field of mental health.
In India, I practiced as a Consultant Psychiatrist and Sexual &Marital Counsellor. I have experience in treating a wide range of patients with psychiatric disorders including psychosis, mood disorder, anxiety disorder, personality disorders, substance abuse. I have conducted counselling sessions for anxiety disorders, depression, psychological issues associated with stressful life events, relationship issues, occupational stress, variety of sexual problems and marital issues. I have also worked with children having psychiatric disorders and issues associated with scholastic problems.
My stay in Hong Kong has been a total of 10+ years. I have had experience working with Refugees and Non-Refoulment Claimants population for a total of 7+ years. The work involved handling clients with various vulnerabilities including mental health issues, medical disorders, domestic violence, child maltreatment, parenting issues, family conflicts, drug abuse etc.
Given my varied experience in handling a variety of mental health issues as well as clients with a wide range of cultures as well as ethnicities, I have been trained to be flexible, approachable and equally being sensitive to the needs of my clients. Recently, I have started my own counseling practice in Hong Kong and very much looking forward to meet people needing help or advice in maintaining their mental health and well being. Please do reach out to me incase of any questions / issues related to your mental health and well being.
Specialities: Anxiety, Depression, Stress Management, PTSD/Trauma-related, OCD/impulse control disorders, Life Purpose & Identity, Anger & Violence, Family & relationship (family, friends, romantic, LGBTQ), Substance abuse/Addiction
Language Available: English, Hindi, Marathi