Psychiatrist · MBBS · MD Psychiatry

Dr Varsha S

A psychiatrist with special interests in children, teenagers and older adults, Dr Varsha consults every evening in five languages.

Portrait of Dr Varsha S.
KMC Reg.139104

Dr Varsha trained in child psychiatry at NIMHANS, Bengaluru, and in the Early Start Denver Model for young autistic children.

5
Languages: English, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, Tulu
3
Years in a de-addiction ward
5–9pm
Consultations every evening
Registration
Karnataka Medical CouncilReg. No. 139104
Speciality
PsychiatryChild and adolescent, and geriatric psychiatry
Education
MBBS, Srinivas Medical College and Research CentreMD Psychiatry, K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Nitte (Deemed to be University)
Languages
English, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, Tulu
Fee
₹750 per online consultationBooked through Rooh Mind Care, our sister initiative
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Training and experience

Children, older adults and the whole family.

Child psychiatry, NIMHANS

Training at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru, followed by a year under a consultant child psychiatrist.

Early Start Denver Model

Trained in this approach for young autistic children.

Geriatric psychiatry

Late-life depression, memory problems and medication management for older adults.

De-addiction ward

Three years caring for people with alcohol and substance use problems.

Rural and community psychiatry

Psychiatric care beyond the hospital, in rural and community settings.

Researcher

MD thesis on stigma among caregivers of people with schizophrenia.

About Dr Varsha

Dr Varsha S is a psychiatrist: a medical doctor who specialises in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, including with medicines. Dr Varsha holds an MBBS from Srinivas Medical College and Research Centre (RGUHS) and an MD in Psychiatry from K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Nitte (Deemed to be University), with training across outpatient, inpatient, emergency and consultation-liaison psychiatry.

Dr Varsha's special interests are child and adolescent psychiatry and geriatric psychiatry. Training includes child psychiatry at NIMHANS, a year under a consultant child psychiatrist, the Early Start Denver Model for young autistic children, three years in a de-addiction ward, and rural and community psychiatry.

How Dr Varsha works

  • Evenings that fit. Consultations every evening from 5 to 9 pm, after school and work.
  • Medicines when they help. Dr Varsha explains why a medicine is suggested, what to expect and how it will be reviewed.
  • Therapy alongside. Uses CBT, ERP and DBT together with medication where appropriate.
  • Family included. Parents and carers can join, which matters most for children and older adults.
What Dr Varsha helps with

Psychiatric care from childhood to later life.

ADHD

Assessment and treatment for children, teenagers and adults.

Autism

Support for families of young autistic children, including the Early Start Denver Model.

Depression

Diagnosis, medication and regular reviews of mood.

Anxiety and OCD

Assessment, medicines where needed, and CBT and ERP.

Psychosis

Diagnosis, treatment and long-term follow-up.

Substance use

Alcohol and other substances, informed by three years in a de-addiction ward.

Memory and dementia care

Memory concerns and late-life depression in older adults.

Medication review

A second look at psychiatric medicines you or a parent already take.

Education, training and experience

2023 – 2026
MD PsychiatryK.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Nitte (Deemed to be University). Outpatient, inpatient, emergency and consultation-liaison psychiatry.
Training
Child psychiatry, NIMHANSBengaluru, followed by a year under a consultant child psychiatrist.
Training
Early Start Denver ModelFor young autistic children.
MBBS
MBBSSrinivas Medical College and Research Centre, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.
Know the limits

What an online consultation can and cannot do.

Online consultations follow India's Telemedicine Practice Guidelines. Dr Varsha decides in each consultation whether online care is appropriate.

Well suited online

Most outpatient psychiatry

  • A first assessment of mood, anxiety, sleep, attention or memory concerns
  • Starting, reviewing or adjusting psychiatric medicines
  • Follow-ups to see how treatment is working
  • Guidance for family members and carers
Needs more than a call

When Dr Varsha will guide you elsewhere

  • Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, or a risk to someone's safety: call 112, or Tele-MANAS on 14416.
  • Severe withdrawal, confusion or a crisis that needs hospital care
  • Medicines that cannot be prescribed online
About Dr Varsha

Common questions.

What to know before booking a consultation with Dr Varsha.

What is a psychiatrist?

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MBBS) with a further MD in Psychiatry. Dr Varsha can diagnose mental health conditions and, when appropriate, prescribe and review medicines.

Does Dr Varsha see children and older adults?

Yes. Child and adolescent psychiatry and geriatric psychiatry are Dr Varsha's special interests. A parent, guardian or carer is welcome to join the consultation.

When does Dr Varsha consult?

Every evening from 5 to 9 pm.

Which languages does Dr Varsha consult in?

English, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi and Tulu.

How do I book with Dr Varsha?

Psychiatry consultations are booked through Rooh Mind Care, our sister initiative. The fee is ₹750 per consultation.

How can I verify Dr Varsha's medical registration?

Dr Varsha is registered with the Karnataka Medical Council, Reg. No. 139104. You can check it on the National Medical Commission's Indian Medical Register search or with the Karnataka Medical Council.

Profile last updated 27 October 2026.

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