5 Best Therapists In Goa That'll Help You Lead A Mindful Life

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Discover the leading psychologists in Goa, who are experts in mental health and counselling. These top professionals are here to help with everything from anxiety and depression to relationship issues and stress. They use a range of innovative and compassionate approaches to support you on your journey to better emotional well-being and personal growth. 

Shobhika Jaju - Psychologist

Shobhika Jaju is a dedicated psychologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Mumbai and a Bachelor’s from Sophia College for Women, where she earned merit ranks. She is certified in Rational Emotive & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Advanced Level), career counselling, and as a Queer Affirmative Practitioner. At Silver Linings, she uses various therapeutic methods including CBT-REBT, hypnotherapy, and mindfulness. Shobhika also provides career guidance and conducts workshops. She has authored research papers and has been featured in media outlets like the Times of India. Her expertise includes mood disorders, postpartum depression, prenatal emotional management, and relationship counselling.

Fee: INR 800 per hour

Email: shobhika@jaju.in

LinkedIn: Shobhika Agrawal 

Website: Silver Linings Goa

Kimberley Monteiro - Counselling Psychologist

Kimberley Monteiro is a Mental Health Professional offering counselling and psychotherapy services both offline and online. She employs a holistic, eclectic, and client-centred approach to help clients reach their goals. Kimberley holds a Master of Arts in Psychology from Goa University, completed between July 2015 and May 2017. Currently, she conducts in-person sessions at Sangath for a nominal fee of INR 300 and provides private online sessions in the evenings.

Fee: INR 300

Email: kimberley.j.monteiro@gmail.com

LinkedIn: Kimberley Monteiro 

Dr. Ravindra Agrawal - Psychiatrist

Dr. Ravindra Agrawal is a distinguished psychiatrist and implementation researcher with extensive expertise in community mental health, scaling up mental health innovations, and mental health promotion. As a clinician and psychotherapist, he focuses on neuropsychiatry, mood disorders, perinatal mental health, adolescent and youth mental health, and resilience. His qualifications include MRCPsych (Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK), MPM (Master of Psychiatric Medicine from HETI, New South Wales, Australia), DPM (Diploma in Psychological Medicine from the Institute of Psychiatry & Human Behaviour, Bambolim, Goa), and an MBBS degree. Dr. Agrawal specializes in psychiatry.

Fee: INR 800 - 1800

LinkedIn: Ravindra Agrawal 

Website: Antarman 

Dr. Jaiprada Kanekar - Psychiatrist

Dr Jaiprada Kanekar, trained at IPHB Goa, has a decade of experience treating both major and minor psychological conditions. She offers expert opinion, treatment, and counselling for issues such as sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorders, addictions, psychotic disorders, and concentration and memory problems. Embracing William James' insight that "The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another," Dr. Kanekar specializes in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, having trained at the Beck Institute in Philadelphia. This therapy aims to correct dysfunctional thinking patterns and improve problem-solving skills, with a focus on treating depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Fee: 500 INR

Website: Vision Hospital 

Sarabsri T. - Psychologist

Sarabsri teaches Mindfulness, Compassion, Motivation, Communication, and Gender and Diversity Support training to educational institutions and organizations. Trained at UCLA and in NLP in Manchester, she specializes in Mindfulness practices for children and adults. With double master's degrees and extensive teaching experience, she has developed independent Mindfulness-based programs and seeks partnerships with organizations interested in Mindfulness practices. 

Fee: INR 2000 to 3000

Email: sarabsri@gmail.com

LinkedIn: Sarabsri T 

Website: Sarabsri