Dr. Harish Shetty

Name: Dr. Harish Shetty

Specialty: Psychiatrist

Qualification/Board Certification: MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Affiliation(s): Indian Medical Association (IMA), Indian Psychiatric Society

Location (City/State): Mumbai, Maharashtra

Languages Spoken: Not available

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: Not available

About the Doctor

Dr. Harish Shetty is a highly experienced and widely respected Psychiatrist based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, with an extraordinary career spanning over 41 years in mental health care and psychiatric medicine. He completed his MBBS from Topiwala National Medical College and BYL Nair Charitable Hospital in 1982, and went on to earn his MD in Psychiatry from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in 1986 — two of Mumbai’s most prestigious and historically significant medical institutions. His postgraduate training at KEM Hospital provided him with rigorous clinical exposure across the full spectrum of psychiatric conditions, laying the foundation for a distinguished and impactful career in mental health.

Registered with the Maharashtra Medical Council since 1982 and an active member of both the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and the Indian Psychiatric Society, Dr. Shetty has built a reputation as a compassionate, skilled, and deeply experienced clinician. Over four decades of practice, he has developed extensive expertise in depression treatment, de-addiction, suicidal behavior management, anger management, and a range of other psychiatric and behavioral health concerns. He is known for offering effective, evidence-based solutions with genuine empathy and personalized attention to every patient. Dr. Shetty is currently accepting new patients in Mumbai.

• Over 41 years of experience in psychiatry and mental health care
• MBBS from Topiwala National Medical College and BYL Nair Charitable Hospital (1982)
• MD in Psychiatry from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College (1986)
• Registered with Maharashtra Medical Council since 1982
• Active member of Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Indian Psychiatric Society
• Expertise in depression, de-addiction, suicidal behavior, and anger management
• Known for compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric care
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School – MBBS, Topiwala National Medical College and BYL Nair Charitable Hospital, Mumbai (1982)
• Postgraduate – MD in Psychiatry, King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College, Mumbai (1986)
• Additional Training – Over 41 years of continuous clinical practice and professional development in psychiatry and mental health

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Harish Shetty diagnoses and treats a comprehensive range of psychiatric, psychological, behavioral, and mental health conditions in patients across all age groups.

• Depression and major depressive disorder
• Anxiety disorders and panic attacks
• Suicidal behavior and self-harm tendencies
• Substance abuse and addiction disorders
• Alcohol and drug de-addiction
• Anger management and impulse control disorders
• Bipolar disorder and mood disorders
• Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders
• Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Sleep disorders and insomnia
• Phobias and social anxiety
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Personality disorders
• Stress-related and psychosomatic conditions
• Geriatric psychiatric conditions and dementia-related behavioral issues

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Shetty is trained and experienced in a wide range of psychiatric assessment, therapeutic, and treatment procedures.

• Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis
• Psychopharmacology and medication management
• Depression treatment and antidepressant therapy
• De-addiction treatment and substance abuse rehabilitation
• Suicidal behavior assessment and crisis intervention
• Anger management therapy and counseling
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) consultations
• Psychotherapy and talk therapy sessions
• Behavioral intervention and modification
• Stress management and relaxation therapy
• Sleep disorder assessment and treatment
• Family counseling and psychoeducation
• Addiction detoxification and rehabilitation planning
• Long-term psychiatric disease monitoring and management
• Mental health wellness consultations

Services Offered

Dr. Harish Shetty offers a comprehensive and deeply experienced range of psychiatric and mental health services in Mumbai, combining over four decades of clinical expertise with a genuinely compassionate and patient-centered approach. His practice is designed to support individuals and families dealing with the full spectrum of mental health challenges — from common conditions such as depression, anxiety, and stress to complex and serious psychiatric disorders requiring long-term specialist care.

His depression treatment services provide patients with thorough clinical assessment, accurate diagnosis, and individualized treatment plans combining pharmacological therapy and psychotherapeutic support. Dr. Shetty’s extensive experience in managing depression allows him to tailor treatment effectively for patients with varying degrees of severity, including those with treatment-resistant depression or co-existing conditions.

His de-addiction and substance abuse services represent one of the most critical aspects of his practice. Dr. Shetty provides comprehensive evaluation, detoxification planning, rehabilitation guidance, and long-term behavioral support for patients struggling with alcohol, drug, or other substance dependencies. His approach integrates medical management with counseling and family support, addressing addiction as both a clinical and psychosocial challenge.

In the area of suicidal behavior management, Dr. Shetty brings decades of experience in crisis assessment, risk evaluation, and the development of safety plans for patients experiencing suicidal ideation or self-harm tendencies. His approach is grounded in clinical rigor, empathy, and a commitment to protecting the mental and physical well-being of every patient in his care.

His anger management services help patients identify the psychological triggers and behavioral patterns underlying chronic anger and impulse control difficulties, providing structured therapeutic interventions to support healthier emotional regulation and interpersonal functioning. Dr. Shetty also offers psychotherapy and counseling for a wide range of mental health concerns, delivering personalized support that addresses each patient’s unique circumstances and goals.

• Depression diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management
• De-addiction and substance abuse rehabilitation
• Suicidal behavior assessment and crisis intervention
• Anger management therapy and counseling
• Anxiety disorder and panic attack treatment
• Bipolar disorder and mood disorder management
• Schizophrenia and psychotic disorder treatment
• OCD, PTSD, and trauma-related condition management
• Psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Sleep disorder evaluation and treatment
• Stress management and psychosomatic condition care
• Family counseling and psychoeducation
• ADHD assessment and behavioral management
• Personality disorder evaluation and therapy
• Long-term psychiatric monitoring and wellness care

Accepted Insurances

Insurance and payment details are not listed in the available source data. Patients are advised to contact Dr. Harish Shetty’s practice directly to confirm accepted insurance providers and available payment options before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

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Hospital Affiliations

• Topiwala National Medical College and BYL Nair Charitable Hospital, Mumbai (MBBS training, 1982)
• King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College, Mumbai (MD Psychiatry training, 1986)
• Further current hospital or clinic affiliations are not listed in the available source data; patients are advised to contact the doctor directly for current practice details