Our Departments
Clinical Psychology
Overview
Clinical psychology is a branch of psychology focused on understanding, diagnosing, and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. It combines science, theory, and clinical knowledge to help individuals improve their psychological well-being and manage mental health challenges.
Clinical psychologists do not prescribe medication (except in some countries with specific training and certification).
They are different from psychiatrists, who are medical doctors. Our clinical psychology department plays a vital role in promoting mental health, offering support to those struggling with psychological issues, and contributing to a more emotionally healthy society.
Services
Core Services Offered
🔹 Psychological Assessments
IQ & Cognitive Function Testing
Neuropsychological Evaluations (memory, attention, executive functioning)
Personality & Emotional Functioning Assessments
Developmental & Learning Disability Testing (e.g., ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, dyslexia)
Psychiatric Diagnostic Support
🔹 Therapy & Counselling Services
Individual Psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, phobias, stress, etc.
Child & Adolescent Therapy for emotional and behavioural concerns
Family & Marital Counselling
Parenting Support & Guidance
Grief, Loss & Bereavement Counselling
Crisis Counselling for trauma, suicidal thoughts, and emotional emergencies
Relaxation Training and Stress Management Techniques
🔹 Organ Transplant Counselling (Donor & Recipient Support)
Pre-transplant Psychological Evaluation: To assess emotional readiness and mental health stability of recipients and donors
Post-transplant Counselling: Supporting adjustment, dealing with medical anxiety, fear of rejection, and long-term lifestyle changes
Donor Counselling: Helping donors understand the emotional, physical, and ethical aspects of donation, and preparing them for possible psychological effects
Family Counselling: For caregivers and family members dealing with stress related to the transplant process
🔹 Hospital-Based Rehabilitation Support
Psycho-oncology Counselling (for cancer patients and families)
Neurorehabilitation: Post-stroke, head injury, epilepsy, dementia
Chronic Illness Adjustment Counselling: Including cardiac, renal, and autoimmune conditions
Pre & Post-surgical Counselling: Supporting emotional readiness and recovery
🔹 Specialised Programs & Group Work
Support Groups: For cancer patients, caregivers, and those with chronic illnesses
Mindfulness & Resilience Training
Academic Stress & Exam Anxiety Workshops (for students)
Workshops on Mental Health Awareness, stress management, and emotional wellness
Our Approach
Confidential, patient-centered care
Collaborative treatment planning with medical teams
Use of evidence-based psychological therapies
Focus on holistic recovery and quality of life
Infrastructure and Technology
Infrastructure & Technology – Clinical Psychology Department
Holy Spirit Hospital, Mumbai
The Clinical Psychology Department at Holy Spirit Hospital is equipped with the necessary infrastructure and modern tools to provide comprehensive psychological assessments, therapy, and counselling services in a confidential, professional, and compassionate environment.
🏥 Dedicated Consultation Rooms
Soundproof, private, and comfortably furnished rooms designed to ensure confidentiality and comfort during therapy sessions and assessments.
Separate child-friendly space with engaging visuals and tools for pediatric counselling and developmental assessments.
🧠 Psychological Testing Tools and Resources
A wide range of standardized psychological test kits, both paper-pencil and digital, for cognitive, personality, developmental, and emotional assessments, including:
Wechsler Intelligence Scales (WISC, WAIS)
Binet-Kamat Test
Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scales
Neuropsychological batteries (for memory, attention, and executive functioning)
Personality inventories (MMPI, 16-PF, Rorschach, TAT)
Screening tools for depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, autism, ADHD, and learning disorders
💻 Digital and Computerized Testing Platforms
Secure software platforms for administering and scoring psychological tests
Use of digital cognitive training tools for rehabilitation in neurological and developmental conditions
Electronic health records integration to ensure coordinated care with other departments
📽️ Audio-Visual Aids for Therapy
Relaxation and biofeedback tools to help with stress, anxiety, and behavioral training
Use of video modelling and playback techniques in social skills training, particularly for children with autism or developmental delays
👨👩👧👦 Child Therapy Aids
Well-stocked play therapy resources, art supplies, and educational games
Puppet therapy kits, flashcards, sensory boards, and interactive storytelling tools
🧘♀️ Holistic & Integrative Care Access
Integration with Yoga Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Oncology, Neurology, and Rehabilitation Medicine
Access to mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and cognitive retraining programs
Collaboration with speech therapy, occupational therapy, and nutritionists when needed
📚 Academic and Training Infrastructure
Equipped to support DNB students, interns, and trainees with:
Regular case conferences
Journal clubs
Access to a medical library and digital mental health databases
Participation in community mental health outreach, awareness programs, and public workshops
Professionals
Ms. Surekha Bajaj
Clinical Psychologist
M.A, M.PHIL (PSYCHOLOGY)
Available Timings:
- Monday / Thursday: 1:00 pm - 03:00 pm
Dr. Bharti Purswani
Clinical Psychologist
Masters in Clinical Psychology
Available Timings:
- Tuesday: 03:00pm - 05:00pm
- Friday: 10:00am - 01:00 pm
Contact Us
For more information about our services or to schedule a consultation, please contact us at [Phone Number] or [Email Address].
