Who Are We?
In the realm of mental health, Manosuraksha emerges, echoing the ancient resonance of ‘Manas’—the heartbeat within our minds.
We envision a world where understanding one’s mind is a journey, a passage to resilience and purpose. Manosuraksha isn’t a service; it’s the catalyst for metamorphosis.
Rooted in scientific evidence, our expertise isn’t a mere answer; it’s the alchemy transforming understanding mental health into a profound evolution, beyond symptoms, delving into the essence of mental vitality.
Manosuraksha isn’t a presence; it’s a kinship, walking beside you on the path of self-discovery. We offer not just solutions but the tools, the strength, the unwavering support—the arsenal to forge your mind’s anthem.
Where the Mind Finds Its Sanctuary
What We Believe?
Your Story Matters
We're Not Just Listening: Together We Unlock Your Story's Potential. At Manosuraksha, we're not mere listeners; we're co-authors, unlocking the untapped potential within your narrative. We delve into the depths of individual experiences with profound compassion, providing a secure haven for your unique story to unfold.
Unapologetic Advocacy
Self-Care Isn't Selfish; It's SELF-LOVE in Bold Letters. Stand tall, take charge. Prioritizing your well-being isn't selfish; it's an unapologetic declaration of self-love. At Manosuraksha, we are fierce advocates for putting yourself first and seizing control of your mental health journey. We encourage you to prioritize your well-being with unabashed determination.
Reframing Recovery
Recovery isn't about backward steps; it's the art of crafting your powerful comeback story. It's an evolution, breaking molds, embracing newfound strength, and navigating life's complexities with balance. We believe healing is not only possible but is indeed an inherently powerful journey.
Demystifying Neuroscience
The intricacies of your mind shouldn't be a puzzle. Our experts speak the language of your understanding, breaking down neuroscience relevant to your mental health condition for you, without the confusion. More than knowledge, it's a conversation—a friendly guide rather than a clinical lecture. No madness, just clarity, making complex concepts easily digestible.
Unfiltered Conversations
Enough with the tiptoeing around the truth. Mental health deserves unfiltered discussions, relentless truth, and unwavering support. At Manosuraksha, we confront mental health head-on, championing the necessary conversations. Our language is straightforward, aiming to shatter stigmas and normalize discussions around mental health and addictive behaviours.
Inclusive Care, Diverse Voices
Access to mental health is not just a service; it's a fundamental right that transcends the boundaries of geography, culture, language, race and gender. Our team includes therapists proficient in Kannada, English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, Assamese, and Marathi. We are committed to expanding this diversity, ensuring that everyone finds a voice in their journey towards well-being.
Our Programs
At Manosuraksha, our commitment to your mental health goes beyond conventional approaches. Our specialized programs are meticulously tailored to reflect our unwavering dedication to your personal journey. Here, transformation is not just a goal; it’s our legacy of excellence that sets the industry standard.
Mind-Insight Program
General Mental Health ServicesFrom conquering depression and anxiety to navigating schizophrenia and bipolar disorders, we stand by you. Our programs extend to adult ADHD and personality-related challenges, ensuring unwavering support as you craft resilience and courage in your everyday life.
Mind-Recover Program
Substance Use Treatment ServicesTake charge of your life with our MindRecover Program. We stand as pillars of strength on your journey to overcome issues related to alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opioid medications, recreational drug use, and more. Our specialized services pave the way for a healthier, addiction-free life.
Mind-Shift Program
Behavioral Addictions Treatment ServicesJoin our MindShift Program to conquer modern behavioral challenges. From excessive internet use to gaming, gambling and stock trading, we stand as allies in breaking free. Your journey is rooted in understanding and guidance, ensuring a tactical shift towards a life of balance and control.
Mind-Nurture Program
Children’s Mental Health TreatmentExperience Mindnurture—an array of support for the younger generation. From fostering language and behavioural development to addressing Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Intellectual disability and scholastic challenges, we dedicate ourselves to enhancing the well-being of our children. Every child deserves a journey filled with growth and resilience and sheer joy.
Tele-Minds
Tele Mental Health and Telepsychotherapy ServicesEmbrace the future with our TeleMinds services. Aligned with telemedicine guidelines, we bring our expertise to you through virtual consultations. Choose a flexible approach that suits your unique needs, ensuring care without boundaries. Your mental well-being, personalized.
Brain - stimulation Program
Neuro-modulation with repetitive Transcrainal Magenetic Stimulation (rTMS)This state-of-the-art Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation method could be your next best alternative to medications in the treatment of Depression, Anxiety, OCD and more
Meet our experts
At Manosuraksha, our experts are not just practitioners; they are architects of mental well-being, sculpted by training from premier global institutes. Our multidisciplinary team, spanning psychiatry, addiction medicine, clinical psychology, psychiatric social work, nursing, and yoga, forms a powerhouse of unparalleled expertise.
Trained at the zenith of educational excellence, our professionals blend global insights with local sensitivity, ensuring a cutting-edge, culturally attuned approach. With a commitment to collaborative care, our experts stand as pioneers, crafting a transformative experience where expertise isn’t a claim but an unwavering reality.
Director, Co-founder & Senior-consultant Psychiatry
Dr Rakshathi completed her MD in Psychiatry from NIMHANS in 2015. Subsequently she has obtained post-doctoral training in neuromodulation and neuroimaging from some of the prestigious centres for clinical care and research excellence in the world including Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC), New York, US and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC – Harvard University) Boston, US.
Dr Rakshathi’s clinical approach integrates treatments along the biological, psychological and social dimensions to mental health. Her expertise spans treatments for schizophrenia, psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety and other mood disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress relates disorders across lifespan.
In addition to her clinical excellence, Dr Rakshathi has been a productive researcher. She has been a Principal Investigator on multiple studies funded by prestigious bodies such as India Alliance – Wellcome trust, Department of Health Research, Govt of India.
At Manosuraksha she aims to bring together the best of evidence based practices in mental health, leading a multidisciplinary team of dedicated clinicians.
Consultant – Child and adolescent Psychiatry
Dr Sowmyashree is renowned for her extensive expertise in treating families with children and adolescents experiencing developmental disorders such as Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Developmental Disorder, Learning Difficulties, mood disorders and anxiety disorders, childhood Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), psychoses, and various types of family pathology.
Consultant Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Ms Sangeetha is trained at NIMHANS, with an MPhil in Clinical Psychology. she finds immense meaning to traverse collaborative journeys with persons seeking psychotherapy to heal. From a framework of social justice and interest in community mental health, she hopes to make at least a tiny difference in people’s lives.
Consultant Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Dr Chaitra trained at NIMHANS with an MPhil and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. She has more than 8 years of experience in various forms of therapies for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and interpersonal issues. Her PhD research involved studying the impact of trauma on women’s mental health from NIMHANS.
Consultant Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Ms Pooja trained at PGI, Chandigarh with and MPhil in Clinical Psychology. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in the understanding that every individual has the capacity to grow and heal if given a safe therapeutic milieu. Being trauma-informed, she helps individuals in creating a secure connection between their bodies and minds. This practice allows her to help individuals to reclaim and enhance their sense of safety and connection to themselves and others.
Consultant Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Mr Prateek is trained at NIMHANS with an MPhil in Clinical Psychology. Prateek additionally holds a psychoanalytic fellowship from Washington Baltimore Center for Psychoanalysis, USA. He works with individuals facing complex mental health challenges, including somatisation, OCD, and personality vulnerabilities with his primary approach deriving from psychodynamic and analytic schools of therapy.
Consultant Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Ms Gopika trained at NIMHANS with an MPhil in Clinical Psychology. She specialises in Individual therapy with children, adolescents, and young adults with disorders, anxiety spectrum and personality vulnerabilities. She holds expertise in the of attachment based and skill based approaches to psychotherapy among children.
Consultant Clinical Psychology and psychotherapy
Dr Sindhuja trained at NIMHANS with an MPhil and a PhD in clinical psychology. She has over 10 years of intensive training and experience in working with individuals with various common mental health conditions including depression and anxiety, personality disorders and interpersonal concerns. She is trained in well-researched psychotherapeutic frameworks and uses an eclectic approach focused on promoting personal growth and wellbeing.
Consultant Clinical Yoga Therapy
Ms Harshita specialises in clinical yoga for mental health. Her approach integrates the ancient wisdom of yoga with contemporary neuroscience. With a compassionate, evidence-based approach, she designs personalized yoga programs for individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, neurological disorders, chronic pains, and other mental health concerns.
Consultant Psychotherapy, Family and Couples therapy
Dr Bhuvaneshwari is an Assistant Professor at Christ University, Bengaluru. In 2022, she completed her MPhil and Ph.D. in Psychiatric Social Work from NIMHANS Bengaluru. She has 10+ years of clinical experience. She is a trained psychotherapist and clinical supervisor specialising in Family therapy and Clinical Social Work.
Consultant Neuropsychology
Vaishnavi Bhat, specialises in cognitive retraining and neuropsychological assessments. With a Master’s in Neuropsychology from Christ University she has experience supporting individuals of all ages with neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders. Vaishnavi develops personalised strategies to enhance cognitive function, provides counselling, and educates families to manage cognitive challenges, promoting mental health and well-being.
Consultant Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Ms Vybhavi is trained in evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT, compassion-focused therapy, and trauma-informed care. She works with clients experiencing anxiety disorders, mood disorders, OCD, interpersonal difficulties, grief, trauma-related concerns, and personality-related challenges. She grounds her judgement in attachment and existential perspectives, which allow her to place the client’s lived experience at the centre of the therapeutic process.
Front Desk Manager I
Mrs Nandini manages the appointments, payments, and the day to day needs of the clinic from 3 pm till 8 30 pm. A native of Bengaluru, she is fluent in Kannada and can manage to converse in English and Hindi. With more than one year experience in managing mental health establishment she is well versed with understanding the unique needs of our patients and families.
