“Having a son should be one of the biggest joys for a mother. But i felt like his birth changed something in me. After speaking to Dr Akul i realised I may have post-partum depression and it was such a relief to know that other women also experience this. With Doctor’s help I am now able to feel some of the happiness of a new mother. Just sooo grateful to Dr Akul.”
Motherhood Doesn’t Have to Feel This Hard
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Meet Our Experts for Postpartum Mental Health
Dr. Sunil Mittal
Senior Consultant Psychiatrist
Online, in-person
Hindi, English
40+ Years Experience
Dr. Shambhavi Jaiman
Consultant Psychiatrist
Online, In-person
English, Hindi
7+ Years Experience
Dr. Siddharth Sethi
Consultant Psychiatrist
Online, In-person
English, Hindi, Marathi
7+ Years Experience
Dr. Akul Gupta
Consultant Psychiatrist
Online, in-person
Hindi, English
5+ Years Experience
Dr. Anchal Saxena
Consultant Psychiatrist
Online, In-person
English, Hindi
4+ Years Experience
Dr. Pranita Gaur
Clinical Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English
44+ Years Experience
Ms. Anantika Tehlani
Clinical Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English
7+ Years Experience
Ms. Ayushi Paul
Clinical Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English, Bengali
5+ Years Experience
Ms. Ridhi Batra
Clinical Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English
2+ Years Experience
Ms. Sukanksha Sahni
Clinical Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English
5+ Years Experience
Ms. Sulagna Mondal
Clinical Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English, Bengali
3+ Years Experience
Ms. Shreya Maheshwary
Counselling Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English
2+ Years Experience
Ms. Shreeyam Mishra
Clinical Psychologist
Online, In-person
Hindi, English
2+ Years Experience
Ms. Mitali Srivastava
Senior Clinical Psychologist
Online, in-person
Hindi, English
15+ Years Experience
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BetterPlace, East of Kailash
At National Heart InstituteFirst Floor, Annexe Building D Block, East of Kailash, New Delhi
BetterPlace, Gurgaon
5th Floor, Plot No 33,4 Things You Should Know Before Trusting Us With Your Mental Health
Get All Your Care in One Place
Postpartum depression can cause low mood, anxiety, poor sleep, intrusive thoughts or difficulty bonding with your baby. You may need both a psychiatrist and a therapist. We bring both under one roof, so you can get the right care without running from one place to another.
Second Opinion Built In-to your care
Your treatment is guided not only by your doctor/ therapist, but also by our senior clinical team with over 40 years of experience. They supervise every aspect of your care plan, so you receive the benefit of an in-built second opinion.
Serious Medication Safety Protocols
If you're breastfeeding or planning to, medication choices need extra care. We factor that into every treatment decision, so you don't have to choose between your recovery and your baby's wellbeing.
Clarity Before Treatment Starts
Postpartum depression can look different from person to person, and sometimes overlaps with anxiety or exhaustion. We take a detailed history and use proper clinical assessments, so treatment is based on what's actually going on, not guesswork.
This is What Your First Session Will Look Like
You Meet 2 Experts for 90 Minutes
In your first appointment, you'll meet both a clinical psychologist and a psychiatrist, so we can clearly understand your symptoms, history and current situation as a new mother.
You Get Clarity on What’s Going On
Postpartum depression can look different from person to person, and sometimes overlaps with anxiety or exhaustion. We look past the surface symptoms to understand exactly what you're dealing with.
You get a Treatment Plan Made Just for You
You'll get a treatment plan built around you, combining therapy, medication if needed (with breastfeeding factored in), and strategies that fit into life with a newborn.
You Keep Getting Support as You Improve
From here, you'll have ongoing support with regular follow-ups and progress checks, so you're never left managing this on your own.
The Difference Is Clear Side by Side
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Every Part of Your Care is Covered
Psychiatry
Psychiatry at BetterPlace is much more than medication – it is evidence-based, comprehensive support.
We begin with a clinical assessment of your needs, and then personalise your treatment plans to accelerate your recovery.
With our psychiatrists, you find compassionate care that addresses not just symptoms, but the root causes of your struggles.
Psychology
Psychology at BetterPlace helps you process the emotional weight of the postpartum period, not just manage the symptoms.
We use evidence-based therapy to help you work through guilt, exhaustion, and identity shifts that often come with new motherhood.
Your psychologist works closely with your psychiatrist, so your emotional and clinical care stay connected throughout your treatment.
Counselling
Counselling gives you a space to talk through what motherhood actually feels like, without judgement.
Whether it’s relationship strain, sleep deprivation, or feeling disconnected from your baby, we help you work through it at your own pace.
Sessions can include your partner or family too, when that’s something you want.
Assessments
Assessments help us understand what you’re dealing with, rather than assuming it’s ‘just the baby blues’.
We use clinically validated screening tools built specifically for postpartum depression and anxiety.
This gives us a clear starting point, so your treatment plan is based on what’s actually going on.
Specialised services
At BetterPlace you will find, the most advanced treatments from around the globe, to help overcome conditions that no longer respond well to medication or therapy.
We offer Brain Stimulation via t-DCS, and r-TMS, which has given relief to ~60% of individuals with treatment-resistant Depression and OCD.
Anxiety
Anxiety can be more disruptive than it may initially appear. Our integrated team of therapists, psychiatrists and psychologists helps you identify and manage your harmful anxiety triggers through a personalised, result-driven approach.
Individualised treatments ● Multi-modal approach ● Holistic approach
Depression
Depression is real, but it is also misdiagnosed often. Through our deep domain expertise, we first identify the root cause of your depression, then offer holistic, evidence-based treatments.
Structured treatments ● Medication management ● Natural & alternate remedies
Bipolar
The exact cause of bipolar disorder is not fully understood, but it includes a combination of genetic, biological, and environmental factors. Imbalances in brain chemicals and changes in the structure or function of the brain may also play a role.
Multi-modal approach ● Holistic approach ● Medication Management
OCD
OCD is a complex disorder that can stem from multiple causes. Our care plans are designed to suit each patient’s unique needs and involve a combination of therapy, medication, and scientific techniques like rTMS.
Personalised therapy ● rTMS treatment ● Holistic care plan
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia might be a lifelong condition, but it can be managed with proper medication and therapy. We offer holistic, outcome-oriented treatments for patients and their caregivers.
Psychosocial treatments ● Family-focused therapy ● Medication management
Hear From our Patients and Their Caregivers!
“My daughter had her first child last year and initially we thought she was simply tired because the baby was keeping her awake. But slowly she stopped wanting to meet people, lost interest in everything and would cry very easily. That is when we took her to BetterPlace. Dr Gaur spoke to her very patiently and also explained to us as a family what she was going through. There has been a very noticeable improvement and, most importantly, we know how to support her better now.”
“I had heard about postpartum depression but I thought it only meant being sad. Mine was more like CONSTANT worrying. Is the baby breathing? Is she feeding enough? What if I drop her? What if something happens when I sleep? My brain literally wouldn’t switch off. Therapy with Ms. Anantika Tehlani helped me understand where all this anxiety was coming from and how to stop every thought from becoming a disaster in my head.”
Frequently Asked Questions
The baby blues usually involve mood swings, tearfulness or feeling overwhelmed shortly after childbirth and tend to improve within about two weeks. If you continue to feel persistently low, anxious, irritable, disconnected or unable to cope, you may be experiencing postpartum depression. A mental health professional can help you understand what’s going on.
Seek urgent medical help if you feel that you may harm yourself or your baby, feel severely confused or agitated, hear or see things that others don’t, or feel disconnected from reality. These symptoms need immediate professional assessment.
Yes. You may develop symptoms weeks or even months after having your baby. If you’ve noticed a change in your mood, anxiety levels, sleep, thoughts or ability to cope since childbirth, it’s worth speaking to a professional.
Absolutely. Having postpartum depression does not mean you don’t love your baby or that you’re a bad parent. You can deeply care for your baby and still struggle with sadness, anxiety, guilt, irritability or feeling disconnected.
Not necessarily. Your treatment will depend on your symptoms, their severity and what you’re comfortable with. You may benefit from therapy, medication or a combination of approaches. Your psychiatrist will discuss your options with you before deciding on a treatment plan.
Yes, in some cases. Therapy can help you manage difficult emotions, anxiety, guilt, overwhelm and changes in your relationships or sense of self. If your symptoms are more severe, your clinician may recommend medication alongside therapy.
You don’t need to figure this out on your own. A psychologist can help through therapy, while a psychiatrist can assess your symptoms medically and prescribe medication if you need it. At BetterPlace, our team can help you decide where to start and coordinate your care if you need both.
The BetterPlace clinic is open from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm on Monday through Saturday.
Our psychiatrists and psychologists provide both online and offline consultancy. However, some specialised therapy techniques like relaxation therapy, rTMS or tDCS can only be administered in person, at our clinic.
