Psychiatry at UMC Hospitals

UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai provides comprehensive, consultant-led Psychiatry care for mental, emotional, and behavioral health conditions, integrating precise diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and compassionate support in a privacy-first environment.

Why choose UMC

• Consultant psychiatrists with structured care pathways for common and complex mental health conditions across all age groups.
• Integrated support with psychology, internal medicine, neurology, gynecology, pediatrics, and rehabilitation to address medical and psychosocial needs.
• Safe, confidential services with clear consent processes, family education (when appropriate), and stepwise follow-up.

Conditions Treated

• Mood disorders: depression, bipolar spectrum, postpartum mood changes.
• Anxiety and stress-related: generalized anxiety, panic, phobias, OCD, trauma and stress disorders.
• Psychotic disorders: schizophrenia spectrum, schizoaffective disorder, first-episode psychosis pathways.
• Neurodevelopmental and child–adolescent: ADHD, autism-related concerns (behavioral support), learning and conduct issues.
• Substance use disorders: alcohol, nicotine, and other substances with deaddiction and relapse-prevention programs.
• Women’s mental health: premenstrual mood symptoms, perinatal mental health, menopause-related mood concerns.
• Geriatric psychiatry: memory and behavioral changes, depression, anxiety, sleep issues in older adults.
• Somatic and sleep-related: functional neurological symptoms, health anxiety, and insomnia.

Services and Programs

• OPD consultations: diagnostic evaluation, risk assessment, and personalized care plans with safety guidance.
• Medication management: evidence-based pharmacotherapy with side-effect counseling and periodic reviews.
• Psychotherapy services: cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, grief counseling, family sessions, and skills training.
• Emergency and crisis care: acute assessment for self-harm risk, severe agitation, or psychosis with rapid stabilization pathways.
• Deaddiction support: structured detox plans (as appropriate), motivational enhancement, relapse prevention, and caregiver involvement.
• Collaborative care: joint clinics and referrals with neurology, endocrinology, gynecology, pediatrics, and pain services when indicated.

Diagnostic and Assessment Tools

• Structured clinical interviews and validated rating scales for mood, anxiety, psychosis, ADHD, and cognitive status.
• Cognitive screening and memory assessments for early detection and staging in older adults.
• Lab panels and imaging referrals as needed to rule out medical contributors (thyroid, metabolic, neurological).
• Sleep and lifestyle assessments to tailor behavioral and pharmacologic interventions.

Specialty Clinics

• Depression and anxiety clinic: timely access, stepped-care plans, and functional recovery goals.
• OCD and related disorders clinic: exposure-based protocols and medication optimization.
• First-episode psychosis pathway: early intervention, psychoeducation, and relapse prevention.
• Perinatal mental health: pregnancy-safe plans, lactation-compatible regimens, and mother–infant bonding support.
• Child and adolescent clinic: school coordination, parent training, and age-appropriate therapies.
• Memory clinic: cognitive profiling, caregiver education, and home-safety strategies.

Therapies and Interventions

• Individual, family, and group-based psychotherapies aligned to diagnosis and goals.
• Behavioral activation, exposure therapies, habit reversal, and insomnia-focused CBT as appropriate.
• Procedure-based care (where indicated): electroconvulsive therapy in collaboration with anesthesia and critical care; referral pathways for other neuromodulation options if required.

The Care Journey

• First visit: comprehensive history, screening, differential diagnosis, and a written plan with goals and timelines.
• Treatment: stepwise therapy balancing symptom relief, function, and safety with clear safety-net advice.
• Follow-up: scheduled reviews to track outcomes, refine medications/therapy, and prevent relapse.

Privacy, Safety, and Dignity

• Confidential consultations and records with transparent consent processes.
• Safety planning for suicidal thoughts, self-harm risk, and crisis situations with 24/7 escalation pathways.
• Respectful, stigma-free communication and environment for patients and families.

Preparing for Consultation

• Bring prior prescriptions, therapy notes, lab/imaging reports, and a list of current medications or supplements.
• Maintain a brief diary of sleep, mood, anxiety, triggers, and substance use for 1–2 weeks if feasible.
• Share family history, social supports, and work or study requirements to tailor the plan.

FAQs

• Are sessions confidential? Yes, consultations and records are confidential; information is shared only with consent or in clearly defined safety exceptions.
• How long before improvement is seen? Many patients notice benefits within weeks; combined therapy and medication often improve outcomes and durability.
• Can medications cause dependence? Most psychiatric medicines are non-addictive; the care team selects the safest effective options and monitors closely.
• Is therapy necessary if taking medicines? Combined approaches typically yield better symptom control and relapse prevention.
• What if hospitalization is needed? Admission is arranged when safety or intensive support is required, with a clear plan for discharge and follow-up.

Team and Support

• Psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, counselors, psychiatric nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, and care coordinators with access to multidisciplinary specialists.

Book an Appointment

For a Psychiatry consultation or second opinion at UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, request a call-back or schedule a visit; the care team will guide preparation, timelines, and next steps.