Who Do You Want To Consult?
A psychiatrist will help you evaluate your mental health concerns, prescribe medication (if necessary), suggest therapy and perform medical procedures.
Dr.Ankita Priydarshini
MBBS, MD Psychiatry, PDF-Rehabilitation Psychiatry (NIMHANS)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Tanvi Arneja
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
How does therapy sessions atThriving Minds Work?
Step 1
Get Started with TINA AI – Your Personalized Mental Health Guide
Before your first session, meet TINA AI, our intelligent virtual assistant. She helps you take a free, easy-to-understand mental health assessment that guides you on whether to start with a therapist or consult a psychiatrist, based on the severity of your symptoms.
Step 2
Choose What Works Best for You – In-Person or Online Therapy
Based on TINA’s recommendation, you can seamlessly book your consultation session online or at our centre as per your comfort and schedule. Each session lasts 30 minutes and includes psychometric evaluations and therapeutic interventions tailored to your needs.
Step 3
Integrated Support – Therapy + Psychiatry When Needed
If required, your Psychiatrist may refer you to our in-house Therapist for further evaluation. Based on clinical judgment, medications or procedures like rTMS or ECT may be recommended. Our team ensures close collaboration between your psychiatrist and psychologist for comprehensive and effective care.
Step 4
Holistic Healing with Family Involvement
We believe in empowering not just our clients, but also their families. Our team provides ongoing guidance and feedback to caregivers, helping them understand the condition better and offer the right support throughout the journey.
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At Thriving Minds, we understand the importance of mental health and well-being. Thus, we believe in empowering our clients to reach their highest potential. Our team of experienced psychiatrists and psychologists are committed to providing the best care.
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Discover inspiring stories from our clients who have transformed their lives through Thriving Minds’ compassionate care, expert guidance, and personalized support, showcasing real experiences of healing and growth.
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“Dr Ankita has helped me to live this life what I m living today. She is an amazing psychiatrist who will treat you without you even realising that you have being treated. I never hesitated to share anything with her during my therapy as I was very comfortable with her. Please feel free to consult her for your problem. I will always be thankful to her for whole of my life.”
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Different forms of treatments are used by psychiatrists as per the patient’s needs. It may be talk therapy or psychosocial intervention or medications. Talk therapy or psychotherapy will usually involve the therapist and the patient talking between themselves. The aim is to limit the symptoms for the patient to feel better. The therapy can continue over some time depending on the patient’s symptoms. It can involve either the individual patient or even a group of people. Talk therapy can be in many forms; such as helping the patient with a behavioral change; overcoming the effects of difficult relationships; etc. Psychiatrists diagnose mental disorders and other emotional troubles, use various types of medications to treat the symptoms. The process of it is not fully known but it may alter the brain’s chemical signalling. This will help control the symptoms. Patients undergoing long-term treatment will need to visit at regular intervals to monitor the changes. Psychiatrists also perform various interventional procedures like ECT, rTMS, tDCS, Ketamine Infusion etc. to alleviate symptoms and hasten recovery.
Mental disorder treatments depend upon the severity of the issue; such as the intensity of the problems faced; the pros and cons associated with a treatment; etc. The treatment is done by making a personalized and careful plan for the patient. This includes a collaboration between the patient and the physician. Most treatments include having psychotherapy sessions; medications; etc. Also; a good support system is paramount to the recovery of the person. Changes in lifestyle; such as daily exercise; adequate sleep; proper balanced diet can help the person recover quickly. The individualized treatment plan will involve all these steps to make a quick recovery. Doctors and therapists help out the person and their families in understanding their metal disorder and the ways to battle it out.
According to scientific studies; psychotherapy relieves the person from distress and helps them in living a better life. Approximately 75% of people who have undergone psychotherapy have felt better. It has been associated with influencing positive changes within the body and has shown significant progress in emotional and mental wellness. Psychotherapy also shows that people undergoing it take fewer sick leaves; experience fewer medical problems and report a satisfaction in their life and work. Today; techniques like brain imaging have shown that psychotherapy induces a change in the brain. This altered brain images are similar to changes that happen as a result of medications. It is important to know that to benefit from psychotherapy; one needs to be honest and insistent upon following their treatment plans. Sometimes; practices such as; journal writing may also be of help.
Telepsychiatry is a convenient option for many to seek easier to access and affordable options. It helps the patients by- Making health care accessible in regions where it is not easily provided. Taking the care facility to the patient’s home virtually. Limiting the needs to visit a doctor over long distance. Timely health care options. Continuous improvement in health care with virtual follow ups. Reducing the need to take leave from work or other services. Removing the obstacles to stigma associated with mental health. Allowing privacy and safety to many. Many people are comfortable in virtual set-ups rather than real time meetings. This will allow them to open up more and feel relaxed. Telepsychiatry has been a major way of seeking help; especially during Covid-19 pandemic.
