Dr. Sneha Sharma

Just like the Gym is for your body, Therapy is for your Mind

Dr. Sneha Sharma
Psychiatrist, Anvaya Healthcare

Child & Adolescent Mental Health

Nurturing Minds,
Healing Hearts

Every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and understood. Our child psychiatrists and counseling psychologists provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your child’s unique needs.

1 In 5

children face mental health challenges

50%

of adult disorders begin before age 14

Early

intervention leads to better outcomes

Expert

child psychiatrists & psychologists

Understanding Children’s Mental Health

Why Children's Mental
Health Matters

Children’s mental well-being shapes their ability to learn, grow, and form meaningful relationships throughout life.

Just like adults, children experience sadness, worry, and stress. Sometimes these feelings become too big and overwhelming to handle alone — and that’s when professional support can make a transformative difference.

Mental health in children includes helping them cope with life changes such as moving schools, family transitions, or peer pressure. It also involves teaching healthy emotional expression through talk therapy, play therapy, and creative activities.

The earlier a child’s mental health needs are identified, the sooner intervention can begin — and the greater the long-term benefits for their overall well-being.

Conditions We Treat

Mental Health Conditions in Children

Our specialists are trained to diagnose and treat a full spectrum of childhood mental health conditions with compassion and clinical precision.

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Anxiety Disorders

Excessive worry, fear, phobias, separation anxiety, social anxiety, and panic that interfere with daily life and learning.

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ADHD

Difficulty focusing, hyperactivity, and impulsive behaviour affecting academic performance and social relationships.

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Depression

Persistent sadness, hopelessness, withdrawal from friends and activities, and changes in sleep or appetite.

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Autism Spectrum (ASD)

Social, communication, and behavioural differences that affect how a child interacts with and perceives the world.

Behavioural Disorders

Conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, aggression, and difficulty following rules at home or school.

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Trauma & PTSD

Emotional and behavioural responses following traumatic events, abuse, neglect, or witnessing violence.

Early Warning Signs

Signs Your Child May Need Support

Watch for these signs across different settings — home, school, and social environments.

Persistent sadness or mood changes lasting more than 2 weeks

Sudden drop in school performance or loss of interest in activities

Excessive worry, fear, or clinging behaviour

Frequent unexplained physical complaints (headaches, stomachaches)

Sleep problems, nightmares, or bedwetting after being dry

Social withdrawal or difficulty making and keeping friends

Aggressive outbursts, tantrums, or defiant behaviour

Disordered eating or changes in weight

For Parents

Parenting Tips to Support Your Child

You don’t have to have all the answers. Here’s how to create a nurturing environment that supports your child’s mental health every day.

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Recognise Their Strengths

Focus on what your child is good at. Acknowledging their strengths builds self-esteem and confidence to face challenges.

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Praise Over Punishment

Rewarding and praising effort works far better than punishment. Encouragement helps children learn to overcome their weaknesses.

3

Stay Calm & Consistent

Avoid anger, sarcasm, or ridicule. Negative reactions make behaviour worse. Use gentle reminders and stay composed.

4

Never Compare Siblings

Favouritism creates lasting rifts. Ensure each child knows they are equally loved, valued, and celebrated for who they are.

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Monitor Digital Use

Social media can be toxic and impact self-esteem. Guide your child’s online world and keep communication channels open.

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Seek Help When Needed

Parenting is challenging. Getting professional advice when needed is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Our Approach

How We Help Your Child

Our trained team of child psychiatrists and counseling psychologists follow a holistic, family-centred model of care.

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Comprehensive Assessment

A thorough evaluation by our child psychiatrist to understand the child’s unique history, strengths, and challenges.

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Therapy & Counseling

CBT, play therapy, family therapy, and social skills training — matched to your child’s age and diagnosis.

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Parent Guidance

We work closely with parents to create a supportive home environment that reinforces progress from sessions.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to questions parents often have before reaching out.

Children of all ages, including toddlers and adolescents, can benefit from mental health support. Our child psychiatrists and psychologists are trained to work with children from as young as 3 years old.
Yes. Children’s therapy often involves play, creative activities, and age-appropriate techniques to help them express emotions they may not yet have words for. Our therapists are specially trained in child and adolescent approaches.
Not necessarily. Medication is considered only when clinically indicated and after a thorough assessment. Many children respond very well to therapy alone, with parental involvement being a key part of the process.
Yes, we offer both in-clinic and online consultations across Delhi NCR. Our online sessions are conducted on a secure, private platform suitable for children and adolescents.

Your Child Deserves To Feel Okay

Talk to our child psychiatrist or psychologist today.
Early support makes all the difference.

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