Hindi-speaking psychiatrists and psychologists for addiction and substance use, online
Yes. Mindly has 6 Hindi-speaking clinicians who treat addiction and substance use by video consultation, from anywhere in India. Start with a free call and we match you to the clinician who fits.
Last updated 8 November 2026
Hindi-speaking clinicians who treat addiction and substance use
Dr. Barkha ChikaraPsychiatrist · Registration no. RMC 50914Speaks English, Hindi.
Dr. Dhritiman DasPsychiatrist · Registration no. OCMR (Odisha) 26418/2021Speaks English, Hindi, Bengali, Odia, Assamese.
Dr. Samarth S ShettyPsychiatristSpeaks English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Tulu.
Ms. Janvi KhokharClinical Psychologist · RCI CRR no. A114758Speaks English, Hindi.
Ms. Kamakshi SabharwalClinical Psychologist · RCI CRR no. A116016Speaks English, Hindi.
Dr. Vineet PaliPsychiatrist · Registration no. RMC 50864Speaks English, Hindi.
We match you on your free call, without promising a specific person.
Why Hindi matters for addiction and substance use
Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opioids and sedatives are hard to talk about in any language, and shame makes it harder. In Hindi, the vocabulary is loaded: nasha, lat and aadat carry judgement, and families may talk about willpower or about the person's character. A clinician who treats this as a health condition and speaks to you in Hindi, without lecture or moral language, makes it easier to be honest about how much and how often, which is the basis of a safe plan. Six Mindly clinicians speak Hindi and list addiction or substance use, so a family member who is worried can also be involved, with your permission, in the same language.
What a first consultation in Hindi looks like
In a first Hindi consultation your clinician will ask what you use, how much, how often, and what happens when you stop or cut down. This is for safety, since stopping some substances suddenly can be dangerous without medical advice. You will then agree on a goal, which may be stopping, cutting down or staying safe. The plan can combine counselling, medicine and family involvement.
Before your first Hindi consultation
Be ready to say plainly what you use, how much and how often, and what happens when you stop. Honest numbers help your psychiatrist keep you safe. Do not stop suddenly beforehand if you drink heavily or take sedatives, as this can be dangerous. A family member can join part of the call if you wish.
Speaking openly about substance use in Hindi
Shame keeps many people from describing their use honestly, and the consultation is a place where honesty is the only requirement. Say what you use, how much, how often and when you last used it, in whatever Hindi words you normally use. If you drink daily or use sedatives, stopping suddenly can be dangerous, so please do not try to stop alone before the call. Your psychiatrist will talk through safe options. With your agreement, a family member can join to learn how to support you without policing you, and follow-up is by video.
What online care for addiction and substance use involves
Care for substance use starts with an honest picture of what you use, how much and how often, any health effects, and any danger from stopping suddenly. Your psychiatrist advises on whether supervised withdrawal is needed, and on medicine that can reduce cravings or prevent relapse where appropriate. The fuller outline of care is on our Substance use disorders page.
Psychiatrist or psychologist for addiction and substance use?
Start with a psychiatrist if you use heavily, have withdrawal symptoms, or have another mental health condition. See how the roles differ.
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Common questions
Can addiction be treated without admission to a centre?
For many people, yes: outpatient care with a psychiatrist and counselling works. Some people need supervised withdrawal or inpatient care, and your psychiatrist will tell you if that applies.
Is it safe to stop alcohol suddenly?
Not always. Stopping heavy, long-term drinking suddenly can cause serious withdrawal. Please speak to a doctor before stopping, and seek urgent help in an emergency by calling 112.
My family member will not admit there is a problem. What can I do?
You can call us for guidance on how to talk to them and what support is available. Treatment works best when the person agrees, so our team will not contact them without their consent.
Is what I say confidential?
Yes. Your consultations are confidential, apart from the limited situations in which the law requires disclosure or someone's safety is at serious risk.
References
Mindly Health is not an emergency service. If someone is in immediate danger, call 112 or go to the nearest hospital. For free support at any hour, call Tele-MANAS on 14416.