Children First ExpertDr Ritwik Ghosh
Reg. No.: DMC : 102813
M.B.B.S, MD Psychiatry,
4 years of experience
I offer psychiatric services for individuals up to the age of 25.
I am Dr Ritwik Ghosh (MBBS, MD), a trauma-informed Psychiatrist, having an experience of 4 years in the field of mental health. I completed my MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, in 2018 and M.D (Psychiatry) with a gold medal for my academic achievement from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India, in 2022. I am a member of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health and the Indian Association of Private Psychiatry. My areas of interest include trauma and child and adolescent mental health. I am a strong proponent of holistic mental health care and believe in providing not just pharmacological but also psychological and systemic support to the individual to facilitate the restoration of optimal mental wellbeing.
Concerns I can help with
Feeling helpless, worthless and unsafePainful and traumatic experiencesFeeling emotions very intenselyI have been feeling empty and numb insideI cannot focus for long timei just cannot get started with my workeven when I try my best
I feel this void in myselflike I don't even know who am I
I have severe mood swings and It hurts me and people I care about
I feel boredsad and irritable all the time
I offer psychiatry for
Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Low Mood & Mood Swings
Self-Harm or Suicidal Thoughts
Sudden Changes in Behaviour
Difficulty Concentrating & Staying Focused
ADHD & Inattention
Academic Struggles
Overly Intense Reactions to Situations/Stimuli
Sensory Concerns
Bullying & Peer Difficulties
Relationship Struggles
Difficulty Opening Up & Expressing Emotions
Confusion About Identity
Gender & Sexuality Concerns
Social Anxiety
High Screen Use
Get started with an information session
What does it mean?
The information session is the first step to a tailored intervention plan. Our psychiatrist will assess concerns, strengths, and environment to plan therapy, medication, or support.
Whom will you meet?
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
Duration: 1 hour
What will happen?
In-depth discussion on concerns & history
Insights & recommendations are shared
Next Steps: Intervention plan with therapy, medication, or support
I am Trained in
1
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
2
Family Therapy
3
Executive Skill Work
4
Mindfulness Based Work
5
Pharmacotherapy
Languages I speak
English
Hindi
Kannada
Bengali
My Affiliations
Consultant Psychiatrist at Children First from Jul 2022 to present
FAQs
Why did you choose to become a psychiatrist?
Witnessing the lack of adequate mental health care during my time at a tertiary care center sparked my passion for psychiatry. As I delved deeper into the field, I was captivated by its potential to improve lives.
For those in need of more intensive care and daily support, our Mental Health Hospital is now open in Bangalore.
If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.
For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.
If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.
For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.