Dr Meghna Varma - Doctor Profile
Dr Meghna Varma

Dr Meghna Varma

Holistic Psychiatrist & Therapist

Education:
MBBS (Gold medalist, Mumbai University),
MS, PGDMH (CMC Vellore),
MBA (ISB),
Somatic Psychotherapist (ISP)

Expertise: Holistic Psychiatry & Somatic Psychotherapy

Hi, I am Dr. Meghna. As a psychiatry doctor and therapist, I believe in a holistic approach towards mental health. In my journey as a doctor practising psychiatry, my treatment approach has evolved from prescribing only medications to include talk therapy and more recently, body based therapies for trauma (somatic psychotherapy). Based on research and best practices in psychiatry, my prescriptions, thus, include-
  • - medications (based on the severity and life-impact)
  • - ⁠therapy (clectic combination of Somatic psychotherapy, CBT and ACT)
  • - ⁠personalised diet plan
  • - ⁠excercises and techniques for self-relaxation, regulation and rewiring. Know More...
  • - group yoga therapy sessions Know More...

Overall Experience

As a psychiatry doctor, I manage anxiety, depression, OCD, schizophrenia, relational trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, chronic pain and medically unexplained symptoms (MUS) with medicines and therapy. My area of interest is trauma therapy and somatics.

I advocate the use of cue-centered therapy (CCT) along with yoga and mindfulness based techniques for self- relaxation, regulation and rewiring. I conduct group therapy sessions on the same. (Hyperlink to yoga therapy page) .It is my passionate endevour to combine the best practices in neuroscience, psychology and yoga for treatment of trauma and improve functionality of youth and adults in their personal, professional or social lives. Besides being a doctor, I am an avid reader and love creating communities around books. I am co-author of the book Mindsutra: Transforming woe to wow with yog and psychology. Besides my passion for my profession, I love being with my kids and spending some ‘me time’ outdoors!

At Holistic Mind Clinic, my area of special interest is the management of anxiety, depression, OCD, schizophrenia, relational trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, and chronic pain management. I combine the best practices from psychiatry treatment and somatic psychotherapy to provide a holistic treatment for mental health problems.
Beyond being a medical professional, I am an avid reader, author, and meditator. My book Mindsutra, explores concepts from positive psychology and yoga for practical applications in modern living for peace and productivity. I love creating community bonds around books through book clubs and courses on Vedanta. Currently, I am working on a journalling toolkit and courses on anxiety management and trauma therapy.

600+

patients treated successfully!

Awards and Recognitions

Author, Mindsutra

Conditions/Diseases I Treat
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Mental Health Problems
  • Trauma Therapy

Brief about service

What is Holistic psychiatry?

Holistic psychiatry is an emerging approach to mental healthcare that emphasizes anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar, ADHD, addictions, etc. as manifestations of underlying chemical or electrical imbalances not just in the brain but imbalances in many other biological, psychological, and social factors. Holistic psychiatry treatment includes emotional wellness self-regulation practices and Trauma Therapy to help people live healthier lives.

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FAQs

No, all psychiatric medications are not addictive. Taking medications under the supervision of a good Psychiatrist is effective and safe.

Psychiatric disorders are medical conditions like any other medical condition. Having a psychiatric condition is not anyone's fault or a moral weakness.

No, having addiction issues does not make you a bad person. Addiction is a medical condition. It does not mean you are weak. You can overcome it with Psychiatry treatment at Holistic Mind Clinic.

If you are someone who experiences frequent cravings, you need to understand that there are medications that reduce cravings and strategies to manage cravings.

Untreated ADHD can increase the risk of the child developing depression, and anxiety later in life owing to increased cognitive demands and poor emotional wellness. It also increases the risk of developing addiction later in life.

Sadness is a normal human reaction to something that has happened to you which might be against your will or just coping with the loss of a loved one. It goes away after a while. On the other hand, depression is a major mental health concern that persists and can affect your daily functioning.

Depression is a mental health concern that can be treated, like any physical illness. People get better with the right combination of therapy, psychiatry, self-care, and social support. Studies show that a large majority of people with Major Depressive Disorder get better when they receive the right care.

It may not be possible to prevent an anxiety disorder, but there are things you can do to reduce the impact of symptoms. Managing stress: Stress can worsen an anxiety disorder. Finding ways to relax is important so you don’t get easily triggered. Learning mindfulness techniques and asking for help & support when needed are some useful ways to manage stress and reduce symptoms of an anxiety disorder. Exercise: Whether you like going to the gym, taking quiet walks, or running, find a way to keep your body moving - even if it’s just for 20-30 minutes per day. Physical activity is a great way to tackle common anxiety symptoms like worry and irritation.

OCD, short for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, is a mental health condition that is characterised by a fixation on irrational thoughts, fears, or urges (called obsessions) and the need to do something about it, resulting in compulsions. These obsessions and compulsions can cause a lot of distress, and they also disrupt your normal life. In OCD, a person might experience a chronic cycle of obsessions & compulsions. Compulsions are involuntary, which means that you have to do it to reduce the anxiety caused by the obsession, so you feel compelled to do it. OCD can affect a person of any race or sex. It usually starts manifesting between childhood & young adulthood.

OCD is characterized by two major symptoms, obsessions, and compulsions. Compulsions - They are repetitive behaviours that a person might feel forced to do to calm their anxiety. Obsessions - These are thoughts that are repetitive, constant, and unwanted - they may cause a lot of anxiety and stress. A person with OCD can have both obsessions and compulsions or just one of the two. The major difference between the two is that obsessions are unwanted thoughts, whereas compulsions are actions done to reduce the distress caused by the obsessions.