Dr. Suchitra Banerjee
Designation: Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Speciality: Clinical Psychology, Psychotherapy, Psychological Assessment, Mental Health Supervision
Education: M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology, M.A. in Clinical Psychology, B.A. in Psychology
Experience: 15 years
Key Skills: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Person-Centered Psychotherapy, Psychological Testing, Clinical Supervision, Training & Teaching
Profile Summary:
Suchitra Banerjee is an RCI-registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of diverse experience in psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and supervision. She holds an M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology from Manipal University, where she graduated with first rank. Her clinical work spans children, adolescents, and adults, and integrates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and person-centered therapy.
She has contributed to hospitals, academic institutions, and mental health organizations, and has a strong record of supervising trainee psychologists and leading mental health initiatives. Her core areas of interest include anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and personality-related concerns.
- Education
- Experience
- Awards, Publications & Fellowships
Education
- M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology – Manipal University, Manipal (2012) – 1st Rank
- M.A. in Clinical Psychology – Fergusson College, University of Pune (2010) – 1st Class with Distinction
- B.A. in Psychology – Fergusson College, University of Pune (2008) – 1st Class with Distinction
- Class XII (Science) – Maharashtra State Board, Fergusson College (2005) – 1st Class with Distinction
- Class X – St. Mary’s School, ICSE Board (2003) – 1st Class with Distinction
Experience
- Consultant Clinical Psychologist – Meadowlark Healthcare, Pune (June 2018 – Present) Conducting psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults using CBT, DBT, and person-centered approaches (in-person and online).
- Senior Consultant Psychologist – InnerHour (now Amaha Health), Mumbai (Jan 2016 – Nov 2019) Led therapist supervision and training, delivered specialist psychological therapies, and directed content/research initiatives.
- Field Work Supervisor (Part-time) – Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai (July 2015 – April 2017) Supervised clinical casework and psychological assessments for Master’s students; liaised with hospitals and conducted tutorials.
- Clinical Psychologist – Sahyadri Speciality Hospital, Pune (Dec 2012 – Jan 2015) Clinical in-charge for Child Guidance Centre; conducted assessments and therapy; led support groups and parent education sessions.
- M.Phil. Trainee – Kasturba Hospital & Medical College, Manipal (Aug 2010 – July 2012) Completed full-time clinical training in diagnostics and psychotherapy across psychiatry, dermatology, oncology, and other departments.
Awards, Publications & Fellowships
- Awards: 1st Rank in M.Phil. Clinical Psychology – Manipal University (Part I & II)
- Fellowships : Full-time M.Phil. Clinical Psychology training – Kasturba Hospital & Medical College, Manipal (2010–2012)
- Presented seminars, journal reviews, and psychodiagnostic case formulations in Psychiatry & Clinical Psychology departments
- Delivered lectures on ‘Introduction to Psychology’ for Physiotherapy students at Manipal College
Specialization and Expertise
Clinical Psychology
Extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in both clinical and community-based mental health settings.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Specializes in evidence-based psychotherapy, particularly CBT, for depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and trauma.
Neuropsychological Assessment
Skilled in administering and interpreting cognitive, memory, and executive functioning tests for various neurological and psychological conditions.
Psychodiagnostic Evaluation
Trained in structured clinical interviews, psychometric testing, and behavioral assessment.
Department of Clinical Psychology
