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    Overview

  • Ms. Rachana Kulkarni is a highly skilled and compassionate psychotherapist in Bangalore. She is currently practising at Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore, as a Consultant - Psychotherapy, with extensive experience in mental health management across child, adolescent, and adult populations. Her approach combines a deep understanding of psychometric testing, individual and group psychotherapy, and curriculum development in mental health care. Ms. Rachana is committed to providing comprehensive and evidence-based care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. She possesses a strong desire to help individuals manage a wide range of psychological disorders, administering psychometric and psycho-educational assessments and developing treatment plans that foster emotional and behavioural well-being. She is the foremost Psychotherapist doctor in Bangalore.

  • Ms. Rachana Kulkarni is proficient in administering a wide array of assessments, including Intelligence Testing (WISC and WAIS), Learning Disability Assessments, ADHD Assessments (CNS-VS, Conners, and Amens), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Testing. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her meticulous documentation of patient assessments, treatment progress, and outcomes through an EMR system, ensuring that each patient receives personalised and continuous care. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based methodologies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), ADHD Coaching, Supportive Therapy, Behaviour Modification Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy. She has successfully conducted surrogacy evaluations used in the Indian Judicial Court for gestational surrogacy cases and has actively collaborated with schools to create supportive environments for her patients. Ms. Rachana is also experienced in administering advanced non-invasive treatments, such as rTMS Therapy for anxiety and depression and Neurofeedback Training for attention deficit and anxiety. She employs innovative tools like Davids Delight and Limbix to offer non-pharmaceutical wellness approaches for conditions including social anxiety, sleep disorders, and specific phobias.

  • In her clinical practice, Ms. Rachana conducts regular group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with generalised anxiety, social anxiety, ADHD, and self-esteem issues. Her research into integrating artificial intelligence into neurofeedback training for adolescents with ADHD showcases her commitment to advancing the field of psychology. Ms. Rachana has been an active member of multidisciplinary teams, working alongside psychologists and psychiatrists, and has taken on a supervisory role for clinical psychology interns, providing guidance on therapeutic techniques and DSM diagnoses and conducting mock therapy sessions. She plays a crucial role in providing therapy for high-risk patients, including trauma survivors and individuals grieving the loss of family members, collaborating with other medical professionals to ensure holistic care. Her dedication to mental health extends to her role in engaging with students presenting behavioural challenges, facilitating group therapy, and assisting in setting up testing schedules for state-regulated assessments.

  • Ms. Rachana holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Sociology, and Economics from Jyothi Nivas College Autonomous. She is certified by the American Psychological Association and the Counsellors Council of India, further affirming her expertise and commitment to the field. Moreover, being multilingual and fluent in English, Kannada, and Hindi, Ms. Rachana can easily communicate with a diverse patient populace. She possesses a broad skill set, including psychological assessments, critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and effective communication. 

  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi
  • Overview

  • Ms. Rachana Kulkarni is a highly skilled and compassionate psychotherapist in Bangalore. She is currently practising at Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Bangalore, as a Consultant - Psychotherapy, with extensive experience in mental health management across child, adolescent, and adult populations. Her approach combines a deep understanding of psychometric testing, individual and group psychotherapy, and curriculum development in mental health care. Ms. Rachana is committed to providing comprehensive and evidence-based care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. She possesses a strong desire to help individuals manage a wide range of psychological disorders, administering psychometric and psycho-educational assessments and developing treatment plans that foster emotional and behavioural well-being. She is the foremost Psychotherapist doctor in Bangalore.

  • Ms. Rachana Kulkarni is proficient in administering a wide array of assessments, including Intelligence Testing (WISC and WAIS), Learning Disability Assessments, ADHD Assessments (CNS-VS, Conners, and Amens), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Testing. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her meticulous documentation of patient assessments, treatment progress, and outcomes through an EMR system, ensuring that each patient receives personalised and continuous care. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based methodologies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), ADHD Coaching, Supportive Therapy, Behaviour Modification Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy. She has successfully conducted surrogacy evaluations used in the Indian Judicial Court for gestational surrogacy cases and has actively collaborated with schools to create supportive environments for her patients. Ms. Rachana is also experienced in administering advanced non-invasive treatments, such as rTMS Therapy for anxiety and depression and Neurofeedback Training for attention deficit and anxiety. She employs innovative tools like Davids Delight and Limbix to offer non-pharmaceutical wellness approaches for conditions including social anxiety, sleep disorders, and specific phobias.

  • In her clinical practice, Ms. Rachana conducts regular group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with generalised anxiety, social anxiety, ADHD, and self-esteem issues. Her research into integrating artificial intelligence into neurofeedback training for adolescents with ADHD showcases her commitment to advancing the field of psychology. Ms. Rachana has been an active member of multidisciplinary teams, working alongside psychologists and psychiatrists, and has taken on a supervisory role for clinical psychology interns, providing guidance on therapeutic techniques and DSM diagnoses and conducting mock therapy sessions. She plays a crucial role in providing therapy for high-risk patients, including trauma survivors and individuals grieving the loss of family members, collaborating with other medical professionals to ensure holistic care. Her dedication to mental health extends to her role in engaging with students presenting behavioural challenges, facilitating group therapy, and assisting in setting up testing schedules for state-regulated assessments.

  • Ms. Rachana holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Sociology, and Economics from Jyothi Nivas College Autonomous. She is certified by the American Psychological Association and the Counsellors Council of India, further affirming her expertise and commitment to the field. Moreover, being multilingual and fluent in English, Kannada, and Hindi, Ms. Rachana can easily communicate with a diverse patient populace. She possesses a broad skill set, including psychological assessments, critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and effective communication. 

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