Meet The Experts at Thriving Minds
A psychiatrist will help you manage your mental health concerns and prescribe medication if necessary.

Dr.Ankita Priydarshini
MBBS, MD Psychiatry, PDF-Rehabilitation Psychiatry (NIMHANS)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Dr.Ankita Priydarshini
MBBS, MD Psychiatry, PDF-Rehabilitation Psychiatry (NIMHANS)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : Having developed a curiosity about individual differences, behaviour, dispositions, and situational influences impacting their temperament developed the passion in me to take Clinical Psychology as my career field. Since childhood, I have been observing people with mental illness being humiliated and stigmatised which lead me to analyse it from a different perspective and the ways to overcome the discrimination through humanitarian and scientific approach. I strongly believe in emphasizing the affective and compassionate domains of mental health care. Apart from all the techniques, I truly believe in well-being of my clients and building a strong therapeutic alliance with them.
Expert Services : Psychological assessments, Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) , Relaxation techniques, Client Centred Therapy, Insight Oriented Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Family Counselling, De-addiction & Rehabilitation (MET- Motivational Enhancement Therapy)

Tanvi Arneja
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Ms.Tanvi Arneja
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist who has helped clients overcome a wide range of psychological challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma and relationships issues. My approach to therapy is grounded in client-centred therapy and evidence-basses technique which is tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I’m also an active member of British Psychological Society and Counsellor’s Council of India from past two years to stay updated with latest research and techniques in the field of mental health.
Expert Services : Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), Family Therapy, Couple Counselling, De-addiction & Rehabilitation (MET- Motivational Enhancement Therapy)

Dr. Nikita Ahlawat
Masters in Clinical Psychology (Banaras Hindu University) (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Ms. Nikita Ahlawat
Masters in Clinical Psychology (Banaras Hindu University) (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : Having developed a curiosity about individual differences, behaviour, dispositions, and situational influences impacting their temperament developed the passion in me to take Clinical Psychology as my career field. Since childhood, I have been observing people with mental illness being humiliated and stigmatised which lead me to analyse it from a different perspective and the ways to overcome the discrimination through humanitarian and scientific approach. I strongly believe in emphasizing the affective and compassionate domains of mental health care. Apart from all the techniques, I truly believe in well-being of my clients and building a strong therapeutic alliance with them.
Expert Services : Psychological assessments, Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) , Relaxation techniques, Client Centred Therapy, Insight Oriented Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Family Counselling, De-addiction & Rehabilitation (MET- Motivational Enhancement Therapy)

Dr. Sanchita Maitry
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed), M.A Psychology , B.A Honors in Psychology
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Ms. Sanchita Maitry
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed), M.A Psychology , B.A Honors in Psychology
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : Having developed a curiosity about individual differences, behaviour, dispositions, and situational influences impacting their temperament developed the passion in me to take Clinical Psychology as my career field. Since childhood, I have been observing people with mental illness being humiliated and stigmatised which lead me to analyse it from a different perspective and the ways to overcome the discrimination through humanitarian and scientific approach. I strongly believe in emphasizing the affective and compassionate domains of mental health care. Apart from all the techniques, I truly believe in well-being of my clients and building a strong therapeutic alliance with them.
Expert Services : Psychological assessments, Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) , Relaxation techniques, Client Centred Therapy, Insight Oriented Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Family Counselling, De-addiction & Rehabilitation (MET- Motivational Enhancement Therapy)

Ms. Nikita Ahlawat
Masters in Clinical Psychology (Banaras Hindu University) (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Ms. Nikita Ahlawat
Masters in Clinical Psychology (Banaras Hindu University) (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : Having developed a curiosity about individual differences, behaviour, dispositions, and situational influences impacting their temperament developed the passion in me to take Clinical Psychology as my career field. Since childhood, I have been observing people with mental illness being humiliated and stigmatised which lead me to analyse it from a different perspective and the ways to overcome the discrimination through humanitarian and scientific approach. I strongly believe in emphasizing the affective and compassionate domains of mental health care. Apart from all the techniques, I truly believe in well-being of my clients and building a strong therapeutic alliance with them.
Expert Services : Psychological assessments, Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) , Relaxation techniques, Client Centred Therapy, Insight Oriented Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Family Counselling, De-addiction & Rehabilitation (MET- Motivational Enhancement Therapy)

Ms. Sanchita Maitry
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed), M.A Psychology , B.A Honors in Psychology
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Ms. Sanchita Maitry
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed), M.A Psychology , B.A Honors in Psychology
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : Having developed a curiosity about individual differences, behaviour, dispositions, and situational influences impacting their temperament developed the passion in me to take Clinical Psychology as my career field. Since childhood, I have been observing people with mental illness being humiliated and stigmatised which lead me to analyse it from a different perspective and the ways to overcome the discrimination through humanitarian and scientific approach. I strongly believe in emphasizing the affective and compassionate domains of mental health care. Apart from all the techniques, I truly believe in well-being of my clients and building a strong therapeutic alliance with them.
Expert Services : Psychological assessments, Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) , Relaxation techniques, Client Centred Therapy, Insight Oriented Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Family Counselling, De-addiction & Rehabilitation (MET- Motivational Enhancement Therapy)

Ms.Tanvi Arneja
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Ms.Tanvi Arneja
M.Phil in Clinical Psychology (RCI Licensed)
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist who has helped clients overcome a wide range of psychological challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma and relationships issues. My approach to therapy is grounded in client-centred therapy and evidence-basses technique which is tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I’m also an active member of British Psychological Society and Counsellor’s Council of India from past two years to stay updated with latest research and techniques in the field of mental health.
Expert Services : Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), Family Therapy, Couple Counselling, De-addiction & Rehabilitation (MET- Motivational Enhancement Therapy)

Ms. Shreema Das
Masters in Psychology, Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Ms. Shreema Das
Masters in Psychology, Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy
Experience: 10+Years
Speaks: English, Hindi
Session Mode: Virtual, In-person (Dehradun)
Introduction : I am a practicing Psychologist and a Clinical Hypnotherapist and I have seen wide range of cases spanning from Pediatric to Geriatrics. My approach is Client-Centered while incorporating different modalities of Psychotherapy catering to the needs of an individual. I am compassionate towards listening and giving a safe space to people’s vivid experiences and help them to see things from different perspectives. I personally believe in seeking wisdom and being mindful about every aspects of our life.
Expert Services : Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Behavior Therapy, Couple Therapy, Psychological assessment and screening, Family Counselling and Hypnosis
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Understand your concerns better
- Get a formal assessment of your concerns from a psychiatrist.
- Get a proper evaluation and a diagnosis to find out what’s troubling you.
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Understand your concerns better
- Get a formal assessment of your concerns from a psychiatrist.
- Get a proper evaluation and a diagnosis to find out what’s troubling you.
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Understand your concerns better
- Get a formal assessment of your concerns from a psychiatrist.
- Get a proper evaluation and a diagnosis to find out what’s troubling you.
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Understand your concerns better
- Get a formal assessment of your concerns from a psychiatrist.
- Get a proper evaluation and a diagnosis to find out what’s troubling you.
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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.
We’ve helped millions feel better.
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 psychiatrist and psychologists are committed to providing the best care.
Adrika Sharma
Dr. Ankita Priyadarshini has been incredibly supportive and professional in helping me manage my symptoms. Her personalized approach, combining medication and lifestyle guidance, has made a noticeable difference in my mood, focus, and overall well-being. I highly recommend her for compassionate and effective psychiatric care.
Saakshi Maurya
I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Ankita who is an exceptional psychiatrist. She is not only knowledgeable but also takes the time to listen to her patients’ concerns and explains treatments thoroughly. Her expertise and gentle approach made my visit very comfortable.
I highly recommend Dr. Ankita to anyone who is seeking mental health treatment.
Dr. Smruti Pradhan

“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.