Children and teenagers
Last updated 30 September 2026.
Children rarely say "I'm anxious" or "I'm low". It shows up as changes in behaviour, sleep, eating, school or friendships, and parents are usually the first to notice.
You don't need to be sure something is wrong before you come in. Understanding what is going on is the first job.
What parents often notice
- Big changes in mood, sleep or appetite
- Falling behind at school, or refusing to go
- Trouble sitting still or paying attention, well beyond their age
- Anger or tantrums that feel out of proportion
- Pulling away from friends, or living on a screen
- Worries, fears or habits that take up a lot of their day
When it’s worth coming in
- The change has lasted more than a few weeks
- Teachers have raised concerns
- It is affecting family life
- Your child has talked about harming themselves
How I can help
Usually I see the child and a parent together, and, depending on age, spend part of the time with each separately. Information from school often helps.
Most plans start with guidance for parents, changes at home and school, and talking approaches suited to the child's age. Medication is used only when it is clearly needed, and I explain the reasons carefully.
At the clinic or on video
- At the clinic
- T-4/1345, Old Lakkar Mandi, opposite Singhania Hospital, Amritsar. Mon–Fri, 6pm–8pm. 30 minutes, ₹500.
- On video
- Anywhere in India, on Google Meet. Mon–Thu, 11am–8pm; Fri, 5pm–8pm. 30 minutes, ₹500.
- Languages
- English, Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu
Find a timeCall +91 70090 28600
Questions
Should my child come to the first visit?
Yes, in most cases. If you would like to talk it through on your own first, that is fine too.
Can we do this on video?
Follow-ups often work well on video. For a first assessment of a younger child, meeting at the clinic is usually better.