When Indian chess prodigy D. Gukesh was preparing for the biggest tournament of his life—the FIDE Candidates—he didn’t have his mental coach sitting across the table.

Instead, his sessions with Paddy Upton, the world-renowned mental conditioning coach, happened online.

Yes, even at the highest level of competition, teletherapy works.

From handling performance anxiety to building emotional resilience, Gukesh’s collaboration with Paddy was conducted through video calls—proving that meaningful mental health support doesn’t always require a physical presence.

The Rise of Teletherapy in India

Teletherapy (online mental health consultations via video or phone) has been around for a while, but the pandemic made it mainstream.

And now, even beyond lockdowns, it’s here to stay.

In India, with our vast geography and diverse schedules, teletherapy offers flexibility, access, and privacy—especially in semi-urban and suburban areas like Tambaram, where options may be limited.

Who Can Benefit From Online Consultations?

• A college student in a hostel struggling with sleep and exam stress

• A working parent who can’t step away during office hours but needs support

• A professional dealing with anxiety, burnout, or low mood from another city

• An elderly patient whose children live abroad and want joint consultation

• A person seeking therapy but anxious about walking into a clinic

In all these cases, teletherapy bridges the gap—and does so without compromising on quality.

But Does It Really Work?

Yes, and in many cases, it works even better.

Research shows that video-based therapy is as effective as in-person therapy for most common mental health concerns—like anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, and even ADHD management.

What matters more than the mode is the connection, confidentiality, and consistency between therapist and client.

What to Expect in a Telepsychiatry Consultation

• A private, secure video or phone call

• A listening-first approach: understanding your concerns, symptoms, and context

• Discussion of options: therapy, lifestyle strategies, or medication (if needed)

• Digital prescriptions and follow-up plans

• In some cases, combining online therapy with periodic in-person visits

Whether you’re in Tambaram, Trichy, or Toronto—your mind deserves support.
You don’t have to wait for a crisis to start talking.

Available Online & In-Person – Your Mental Health, Your Way

Inspired by the success of flexible mental health support, I offer both in-clinic consultations at East Tambaram and secure teleconsultations for those who prefer to connect from the comfort of their home.

🧠 Online & In-Person Consultations Available
Dr. Srinivas Rajkumar T, MD (AIIMS, New Delhi)
Psychiatrist | Online Therapy | Mental Fitness | Cognitive Health
📍 Apollo Clinic, 3, Bharathamadha Street, Opp. to MCC Campus, East Tambaram, Chennai – 600059
📞 Call/WhatsApp: 8595155808

🖥️ To book a secure online consultation, just message the above number with “Online Appointment.”