Meet the SIMHI Team
Dr. Debashis Das, MBBS, MD
Honorary General Physician
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Consultant Psychiatrist (Telepsychiatry from the USA) Secretary, SIMHI Trust Dr. Barman completed medical school studies at Medical College, Kolkata, and earned an MD in psychiatry from Government Medical College, Patiala. Thereafter, he did his psychiatry residency training at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Virginia, US, and then completed geriatric psychiatry fellowship at Cambridge Health Alliance, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts. He was an assistant professor at West Virginia University of Medicine Eastern Division, Genesis Medical Center in Iowa, and the Carver College of Medicine, University of Iowa in Iowa City. He is a double-board-certified psychiatrist, currently working as an attending psychiatrist at Humboldt County Behavioral Health in California and Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, Martinez, CA. Dr. Barman has been involved in multiple research in post traumatic stress disorder, dementia, delirium, inappropriate antibiotic use and impact of suicide. He actively participates in the APA's (American Psychiatric Association) climate change and mental health caucus and is a prestigious member of the APA's Committee on Psychiatric Dimensions of Disaster.
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Ms. Srija Choudhury is a Consultant Counselling Psychologist at Saradadevi Integrated Mental Health Institute (SIMHI). She completed her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Psychology from Amity University, Kolkata (Faculty of Psychology and Allied Sciences), and went on to pursue her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Amity University, Noida. Ms. Choudhury has hands-on experience working with the geriatric population, with a strong focus on psychological assessment and psychometry. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and she specializes in structured interventions tailored to individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, and cognitive decline associated with aging. With a blend of empathy, structure, and evidence-based techniques, she is dedicated to improving psychological well-being of all age group through a collaborative and client-focused lens.
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Samar Rai, Physical & Occupational Therapist
Who we are
Prioritize your physical, mental, and emotional well-being by scheduling a consultation with our qualified specialists, who are dedicated to personalized health care. Secure your appointment today and take the first step towards enhancing your mental health.
SIMHI (Saradadevi Integrated Mental Health Institute) is a non-profit organization that has established an integrated mental health clinic in Kolkata, WB. It is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care for emotional and psychological well-being.
Our multidisciplinary team of general physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and allied professionals collaborates to address your mental health needs holistically, considering the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spiritual aspects within our community's cultural context.
