Dr. A D Mahapatra, a clinical psychologist with over 21 years of experience and a doctorate in developmental psychology, plays a key role in child counseling by providing comprehensive, non-medication-based support to children, adolescents, and their families facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.
His specific contributions include:
- Comprehensive Assessment and Diagnosis: He conducts thorough assessments, including psychometric testing, to identify the root causes of issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and mobile addiction, without relying on pharmaceuticals for diagnosis.
- Tailored Therapeutic Interventions: He uses a variety of evidence-based, non-medication therapeutic techniques to address individual needs, including:
- Play Therapy: This technique helps younger children express themselves nonverbally and communicate their feelings and experiences in a comfortable way.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Used for older children and adolescents to help them identify and change negative thought patterns, develop effective coping strategies, and build resilience.
- Psychoanalysis: To explore underlying issues or past experiences that may be contributing to current behavioral problems.
- Parental and Family Collaboration: Recognizing that a child’s mental health is closely tied to their environment, Dr. Mahapatra works closely with parents and caregivers. He provides guidance on:
- Fostering a supportive and nurturing home environment.
- Understanding developmental milestones.
- Implementing effective, positive parenting strategies and adjusting communication styles to promote healthy development.
- Family counseling to address the family dynamics affecting the child’s well-being.
- Focus on Long-Term Well-being: His ultimate goal is to empower children to build skills for self-expression, improve communication, increase study focus, and develop emotional intelligence, promoting long-term positive mental health outcomes and enabling them to lead more fulfilling lives.
- Special Education Support: He also functions as a special educator for children with autism, offering specialized guidance and intervention plans.
Through this holistic and collaborative approach, Dr. Mahapatra helps children and their families navigate and overcome significant challenges, promoting healthy emotional and behavioral development.
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VIP Road, jora mandir area DB 3/1 Rail Pukur Rd behind Swastika Apartment Bidhannagar, South Dumdum, New Town, near CESC Cash Office, Baguiati, Kolkata, West Bengal 700059
