📱 Teleconsultation in Psychiatry: Getting Mental Health Support from Anywhere
By Dr. Srinivas Rajkumar T, Consultant Psychiatrist
🧠 What is Psychiatric Teleconsultation?
Telepsychiatry or online psychiatric consultation allows you to consult a qualified psychiatrist through video or phone—from the privacy and comfort of your home.
It’s ideal for:
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First-time mental health evaluations
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Follow-up consultations
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Medication reviews
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Psychological assessments
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Family or caregiver guidance
Especially in India, where access to mental health professionals is limited in many areas, telepsychiatry has become a safe, effective, and confidential way to get help.
✅ Conditions Managed via Teleconsultation
Psychiatric teleconsultation can be used to assess and treat a wide range of issues, such as:
| Condition | Suitable for Online Care? |
|---|---|
| Depression, Anxiety, OCD | ✅ Yes |
| ADHD (children/adults) | ✅ Yes |
| Sleep problems, stress burnout | ✅ Yes |
| Medication reviews | ✅ Yes |
| Dementia or memory screening | ✅ Yes (with caregiver help) |
| Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder | ⚠️ Partially (for stable patients only) |
| Emergency psychiatric care | ❌ No – requires in-person support |
🛠️ How Telepsychiatry Works (Step-by-Step)
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📅 Book an Appointment: Call 8595155808
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📱 Choose Video or Phone: Video preferred for first-time consults
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📝 Share Info Beforehand: Fill a basic intake form or online screening (optional)
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💬 Consultation: 30–45 min session discussing symptoms, concerns, goals
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📧 Prescription: E-prescription sent via WhatsApp or email
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📆 Follow-Up: Scheduled based on your plan (e.g., 2 weeks, 1 month)
🔐 Is It Safe and Confidential?
Yes. All sessions are:
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Conducted over secure platforms
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Confidential and non-recorded
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Shared only with your consent
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Compliant with Telemedicine Guidelines by the Medical Council of India (MCI)
You can speak freely without fear of judgment. What you say stays between you and your doctor.
🌟 Benefits of Teleconsultation
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🏠 Comfort: No travel or long waits
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🕒 Convenient: Schedule after work, school, or caregiving hours
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🌍 Accessible: Useful for remote areas or those unable to travel
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👨👩👧👦 Inclusive: Involves family/caregivers if needed
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💰 Cost-effective: Saves time and money on commuting
⚠️ When In-Person Care is Better
While telepsychiatry is helpful, some cases may require face-to-face care, such as:
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Severe psychosis or suicidal risk
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Medication injections or procedures (e.g., depot, ECT)
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Intensive family therapy or legal assessments
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Emergency care (violence, severe agitation)
In such cases, I guide patients to the nearest hospital or refer appropriately.
👨⚕️ Consult Me from Wherever You Are
I offer safe and accessible telepsychiatry services for adults, children, students, and the elderly. You’ll receive:
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A detailed, empathetic evaluation
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Personalized treatment plan
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E-prescription and follow-up schedule
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Coordination with therapists or caregivers when needed
📞 Book a teleconsultation: Call 8595155808
🕘 Timings: Morning and Evening slots available
🌐 Language options: English | Tamil | Hindi
💻 Consult from anywhere in India
🧾 Final Thoughts
Mental health issues don’t wait for the “right time” or “perfect place.”
Teleconsultation makes it easier than ever to seek support—from the comfort of your home, with full confidentiality.
You don’t have to travel far to feel better.
You just have to reach out.