Your Questions
Causes of mental illness ?
The causes of mental illness are complex and can vary depending on the specific disorder . Although the exact causes of mental illness are not known, research points to a mix of genetic , biological, psychosocial and environmental factors as leading reason for mental diseases.
What does it mean to have a mental illness ?
Mental illness are health conditions that disrupt a person's thoughts, emotions, relationship and daily functioning. They are often associated with distress and diminished capacity to engage in the ordinary activities of daily life. With the right mental health treatment from experts, recovery is possible.
How long is each appointment?
Initial visits typically last 15-20 minutes, with follow-ups around 10 to 15 minutes.
Can teenagers be treated?
Absolutely, I specialize in adolescent mental health care.
Do you prescribe medication?
Yes, I carefully assess and prescribe as part of treatment when needed and therapy session too tailored with patient.
What is the duration of the treatment program?
Mental disease treatment duration varies widely, ranging from short-term care (days to week) to intermediate (2-8 weeks) or long-term, lasting month or years for chronic condition.
Factor influencing Duration
Type of Treatment
Severity of conditions
Response to Treatment
Individual Factors - Age , diagnosis, access to consistent care
Co-occuring disorder
Biological and Genetic factor
External Environmental conditions
What does women-focused mental health care mean ?
Yes, there are psychiatric conditions that may develop during pregnancy and postpartum such as depression, psychosis, etc, stress and trauma related to infertility or pregnancy loss, pre-menstural dysphoria and mood changes and other behavioral symptoms due to transition to menopause.