Dr Vani P
Consultant Psychiatrist
MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)
Medical Council Number: MCI 49605
*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
4+
Years of Experience
Consultation Type
In-Clinic | Teleconsultation
Languages
English | Kannada | Malayalam | Tamil
Overview
Dr Vani P is a Consultant Psychiatrist in Malleshwaram, Bengaluru with more than 4 years of surgical experience.Patients consulting her receive a detailed psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and a tailored treatment plan for concerns such as anxiety, low mood, bipolar disorder, personality-related difficulties, sleep issues, and psychosexual concerns.
She completed her MBBS from Jubilee Mission Medical College, Thrissur, Kerala, and her MD in Psychiatry from NIMHANS, Bangalore, in 2018. She also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics (PGDMLE) in 2021. She was shortlisted for both the Fellowship in Emergency Psychiatry and the Fellowship in Community Psychiatry in NIMHANS’s competitive post-doctoral fellowship examinations.
She has published in the Asian Journal of Psychiatry and the Indian Journal of Social Psychiatry, including work on OCD, olfactory reference syndrome, stigma against healthcare workers during COVID-19, and the reintegration of homeless mentally ill individuals during lockdown. She is a member of the Indian Psychiatric Society.
Her approach integrates pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy, which means patients at RxDx can receive both medication management and therapeutic support in a single consultation, rather than being referred between providers. For those who have been managing a mental health condition on medication without a structured review, or who are experiencing symptoms for the first time and are unsure whether they need psychiatric help, her consultation provides the right starting point. Patient feedback notes that she is a wonderful listener who understands problems well.
At RxDx SAMANVAY Clinics, Malleswaram,Bengaluru Dr Vani P offers psychiatric consultations for adults across anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosexual concerns, and general mental health – with a focus on accurate diagnosis and a treatment plan that combines medication and therapy where appropriate.
Areas of Expertise
- Anxiety and mood disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Personality disorders
- Sleep disorders
- Consultation-liaison psychiatry
- Psychosexual disorders
- General adult psychiatry
- Pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy integration
Conditions Treated
- Depression and persistent low mood
- Anxiety disorders and panic
- OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)
- PTSD and trauma-related disorders
- Schizophrenia and psychosis
- Insomnia and sleep disorders
- Psychosexual dysfunction
Procedures & Treatments
- Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis
- Medication management and review
- Psychotherapy planning and referral coordination
- CBT-based psychiatric consultation
- Sleep disorder assessment
- Second opinion in psychiatry
- Mental health review for chronic medical conditions
Qualification
- MBBS
- MD Psychiatry
- PGDMLE – Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics
Language Spoken
- English
- Kannada
- Malayalam
- Tamil
Locations
RxDx SAMANVAY Clinics, Malleshwaram
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What conditions does Dr Vani P commonly treat?
She treats anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and sleep-related issues. Care is tailored to each patient.
Can she help with anxiety and panic-related problems?
Yes, she manages anxiety using a combination of medical and therapeutic approaches. Early support helps improve outcomes.
Does Dr Vani treat mood disorders like bipolar disorder?
Yes, she has experience in managing mood disorders. Treatment focuses on stabilising mood and improving daily functioning.
Can she help with sleep problems?
Yes, she treats sleep disorders that affect mental and physical health. Proper evaluation helps identify underlying causes.
Does she manage personality-related concerns?
Yes, she provides support for personality disorders and behavioural challenges. Care includes structured and individualised treatment plans.
What do patients appreciate about her care?
Patients value her compassionate and patient-centred approach. She focuses on building trust and long-term improvement.
What are panic attacks?
Panic attacks are sudden episodes of intense fear with physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat. They can feel overwhelming but are treatable.
What is insomnia?
Insomnia is difficulty falling or staying asleep. It can lead to fatigue, irritability, and poor concentration.
What are behavioural disorders?
These involve difficulties in controlling actions or emotions. They can affect social and personal functioning.
What are behavioural disorders?
These involve difficulties in controlling actions or emotions. They can affect social and personal functioning.
What is emotional instability?
Emotional instability involves frequent mood changes and difficulty managing emotions. Treatment helps improve emotional regulation.
