Navigating the distinction between a psychiatrist and a psychologist can feel overwhelming, but understanding their differing roles is an important first step toward healing. While both professionals support your mental well-being, they do so through entirely different clinical approaches.

A psychologist addresses mental health from a behavioural and therapeutic standpoint. They utilise talk therapy, counselling, and psychological strategies to help you process life experiences, manage emotions, and modify difficult thought patterns.

As a psychiatrist, I view mental health through a medical and biological lens. Just like any other organ in the body, the brain can experience physical shifts and neurochemical imbalances that directly impact how you feel, think, and cope. My role is to evaluate these biological root causes.

Your initial visit is a comprehensive, confidential evaluation. Think of it as a guided conversation — not a test. We will explore your current symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and goals.

By the end, we will discuss provisional clinical impressions and collaboratively build a personalised treatment plan tailored to your needs and comfort level.

Yes, absolutely. Patient confidentiality is a foundational pillar of medical ethics and this practice. Your medical records, diagnoses, and personal discussions are kept strictly confidential and secure, in full compliance with healthcare privacy standards.

Information is only shared if explicitly authorised by you, or in the rare circumstances mandated by law — such as an immediate safety risk.

Appointments can be booked directly through the secure online scheduling portal linked on this website. As appointment slots fill quickly, scheduling in advance is highly recommended.

Yes. Both options are available:

In-person: Offline consultations are held at Wings Within Clinic, Kadugodi, Bengaluru.

Online (Telepsychiatry): Conducted via standard, healthcare-compliant digital platforms to fully protect your privacy.

To ensure you can express yourself as comfortably as possible, consultations can be conducted in:

Not necessarily. Medication is only prescribed if a thorough clinical evaluation indicates it is medically necessary and beneficial for your recovery.

We will discuss all available options — including potential benefits, possible side effects, and expected timelines — so you can make a fully informed choice, aligned with current global clinical guidelines.

Duration varies widely depending on the specific condition, its severity, and how your body responds to therapy. Some situations require short-term support during a crisis, while others — such as chronic mood, addiction, or psychotic disorders — benefit from longer-term maintenance to ensure stability.

Progress is reviewed regularly, and tapering options are discussed safely whenever clinically appropriate.

This practice does not provide 24/7 on-call crisis intervention. If you or a loved one are experiencing acute psychiatric distress, severe symptoms, or thoughts of self-harm, please do not wait.

Please cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before your appointment.

You may cancel or reschedule your appointment up to 24 hours before the scheduled time without penalty. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the appointment will not be eligible for a refund.