Teen mental health and counselling
Confidential counselling for teenagers in Nagpur: exam stress, anxiety, low mood, anger, screen overuse, bullying and self-esteem.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Prajakta A. Kaduskar · Last reviewed 24 October 2026
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In an emergency
If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide or self-harm, or is in immediate danger, call 112 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. You can also call Tele-MANAS, the Government of India's free 24-hour mental health helpline, on 14416 or 1-800-891-4416. Our clinic is not an emergency service.
Most teenagers go through periods of stress, moodiness or conflict. That is part of growing up. Sometimes it goes further: a teenager who has stopped enjoying things, cannot sleep, avoids school, has angry outbursts, cannot put the phone down, or talks about feeling worthless needs support, and the earlier the better.
Dr. Prajakta Kaduskar combines medical training in child and adolescent health with a postgraduate qualification in clinical psychology. She assesses whether a physical cause, such as thyroid problems, anaemia or poor sleep, is contributing, and offers counselling for the teenager and guidance for parents.
Concerns we help with
- Stress management, and academic stress and exam anxiety
- Anxiety and mood support
- Depression screening and early intervention
- Behavioural assessment and guidance
- Anger management
- Self-esteem and confidence building
- Emotional regulation
- Social media, gaming and screen overuse
- Relationship and peer pressure concerns
- Bullying and cyberbullying
- Sleep and mental wellness
- Career anxiety and goal setting
- Mindfulness and relaxation training
- Crisis support and referral to a psychiatrist or hospital when needed
Signs that a teenager may need help
- Persistent sadness, irritability or withdrawal for more than two weeks
- Loss of interest in friends, hobbies or school
- Big changes in sleep or appetite
- Falling marks, refusing to go to school
- Frequent headaches or stomach aches with no medical cause
- Anger outbursts, risk-taking, or self-harm
- Saying they feel hopeless or that others would be better off without them (seek help immediately)
First consultation
First consultation
with the teenager and parents: history, concerns, and a medical check.
Assessment
using standard screening tools where useful.
Counselling sessions
with the teenager, private, unhurried and planned around your teenager's needs.
Parent sessions
on communication, boundaries and support at home.
Referral to a psychiatrist
when medicines or specialised care may be needed, with continued support from us.
When to see a doctor
Seek help early for low mood, anxiety, sleep problems, falling grades or social withdrawal lasting more than two weeks. If your teenager talks about self-harm, feels hopeless, or you are worried about their safety, treat it as urgent and contact a doctor or helpline the same day.
Frequently asked questions
We keep sessions confidential so teenagers can talk openly. We explain at the start that information about safety, such as risk of self-harm or abuse, will always be shared with parents and, where the law requires, with authorities.
There is no single number. Warning signs are screens affecting sleep, schoolwork, mood, family time or physical activity, or distress when the device is taken away. We help families set realistic rules together.
Some nervousness is normal and can even help. When anxiety causes panic, sleeplessness, physical symptoms or avoidance, counselling and simple techniques can help a great deal.
Most teenagers improve with counselling and family support. If medicines may help, we refer to a child and adolescent psychiatrist and continue to support the family.
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Call 0712 2422214 or +91 84591 41584, message us on WhatsApp, or use the appointment form. Please bring your previous reports and a list of the medicines you take.