Dr. Pavitra Shankar

Certified Psychiatrist | MBBS, MD Psychiatry 
She/Her | Languages: English, Hindi

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Dr. Pavitra Shankar is a dedicated psychiatrist with a deep-rooted passion for women’s and child mental health, as well as community psychiatry.

 

Trained at the prestigious Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi (MBBS, MD Psychiatry), she combines robust clinical knowledge with a warm, humanistic approach to care.

Her work focuses on supporting individuals through life transitions, emotional difficulties, and mental illness with compassion and clarity.

She believes in a holistic, evidence-based practice, integrating medication management, psychotherapy, and psychosocial support tailored to each individual’s needs.

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Dr. Pavitra has been honored with national-level awards, including:
🏆 Dr. Saadhgi Jagawat Memorial Award
🏆 Prof. (Dr.) J.K. Trivedi Award for Rising Star in Psychiatry – 2024

 

She is also a regular media voice on mental health, with appearances and features in Hindustan Times, HT City, Times of India, Navbharat Times, News24, NDTV, Lallantop, and other leading platforms.

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In addition to her clinical and academic achievements, Dr. Pavitra is an active mental health advocate, passionate about breaking stigma, enhancing awareness, and making conversations around psychological well-being more accessible and empathetic.

 

Availability: Monday to Saturday: 5 PM– 8 PM |

Sunday: 12 PM – 8 PM