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Find a mental health specialist in Kolkata — 122 verified psychiatrists, ₹100–₹5,500 fees, 4.6★ avg rating across 192 reviews. Compare experience, hospital affiliation, and same-day availability across Salt Lake, Bidhannagar and more. Updated August 2026.
A mental health specialist in Kolkata is most commonly a psychiatrist — a medical doctor qualified to diagnose conditions and prescribe treatment. Doctar lists 122 verified psychiatrists in Kolkata, with consultation fees from ₹100 to ₹5,500 (average ₹648) and an average of 15+ years' experience. 119 of these 122 doctors have appointments available today.
Medically reviewed by: Dr. Riya Ghosh, MSc (Clinical Psychology) — New Town, Kolkata Last updated: August 21, 2026
Note: "Mental health specialist" isn't a standalone category on Doctar. This page is built from Doctar's verified Psychiatrist listings — the medically-qualified specialists who diagnose and treat mental health conditions and can prescribe medication. Doctar also separately lists Clinical Psychologists for therapy-focused, non-prescribing support.
Doctar ranks mental health specialists using verified patient reviews, years of clinical experience, and confirmed medical credentials (MBBS, MD/DPM/DNB in Psychiatry, and related qualifications), with hospital affiliation and NABH/JCI accreditation factored in where available. No doctor pays for placement or a higher ranking — positions update as new reviews and profile data come in.
Specialist | Experience | Rating (Reviews) | Hospital / Area | Consultation Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dr. Debasish Sanyal | 31 yrs | 4.9★ (6) | Behala, Kolkata | See profile |
Dr. Prof Col Pradyot Sarkar | 42 yrs | 4.7★ (6) | Salt Lake, Kolkata | See profile |
Dr. Amlan Kusum Jana | 28 yrs | 4.7★ (6) | New Alipore, Kolkata | See profile |
Dr. Debashis Ray | 34 yrs | 4.6★ (6) | Gariahat, Kolkata | See profile |
Dr. Sheena Mishra Ghosh | 32 yrs | 4.6★ (7) | Salt Lake, Kolkata | See profile |
Dr. Rajashree Ray | 28 yrs | 4.6★ (7) | Salt Lake / CMRI, Alipore | ₹1,500 |
Dr. Sanjay Garg | 28 yrs | 4.6★ (7) | Park Street, Kolkata | See profile |
Dr. Arindam Mondal | 30 yrs | 4.5★ (5) | Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Salt Lake | See profile |
Dr. Usashi Banerjee | 18 yrs | 4.4★ (6) | Manipal Hospitals (AMRI), Mukundapur | ₹800 |
Ratings, fees and slot availability change frequently — visit the live Doctar Kolkata psychiatrist listing for current numbers before booking.
Fee breakdown (122 doctors):
Under ₹300: 1 doctor
₹300–₹600: 97 doctors
₹600–₹1,000: 7 doctors
Above ₹1,000: 17 doctors
Experience spread:
0–5 years: 3 doctors
5–10 years: 30 doctors
10–20 years: 72 doctors
20+ years: 17 doctors
Consultations are offered in English, Hindi, and Bengali, with 119 of 122 listed specialists showing same-day availability.
Psychiatrists on Doctar in Kolkata diagnose and treat depression, anxiety and stress disorders, panic attacks, and sleep problems such as insomnia. As medical doctors, psychiatrists can prescribe medication alongside therapy-based support — unlike psychologists, who focus on talk therapy and counselling without prescribing rights. Some listed specialists also cover child and adolescent mental health.
A concentration of Kolkata's most-reviewed mental health specialists practise around Salt Lake and Bidhannagar, with others based at Manipal Hospitals (formerly AMRI Hospitals) in Mukundapur, Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals in Salt Lake, and The Calcutta Medical Research Institute (CMRI) in Alipore.
Across the 192 verified reviews behind Kolkata's psychiatrist ratings, recurring themes include patients valuing specialists who listen patiently and explain treatment plans clearly, particularly for anxiety and depression-related concerns. Reviewers also frequently note feeling more understood and supported after consultations with higher-rated specialists on this list. For full, unedited review histories, check individual Doctar profiles.
A mental health specialist in Kolkata is typically a psychiatrist — a medical doctor (MBBS plus MD/DPM in Psychiatry) who can diagnose conditions and prescribe medication. Doctar lists 122 verified psychiatrists in Kolkata; some also work alongside clinical psychologists for therapy-based support.
Consultation fees for psychiatrists in Kolkata range from ₹100 to ₹5,500, averaging around ₹648 per visit. Most doctors (97 of 122 listed) charge between ₹300 and ₹600. The exact fee is displayed on each verified profile before you confirm a free booking.
Among Kolkata's 122 verified psychiatrists on Doctar, Dr. Debasish Sanyal holds the highest rating at 4.9★ (6 reviews, 31 years' experience), followed by Dr. Prof Col Pradyot Sarkar and Dr. Amlan Kusum Jana, both at 4.7★. Compare full profiles before booking.
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can prescribe medication for mental health conditions, while a psychologist focuses on therapy and counselling without prescribing rights. Many patients in Kolkata see both types of specialists together for combined medication and talk-therapy support.
Yes. 119 of 122 psychiatrists listed in Kolkata have appointments available today, and many offer both in-clinic and online consultations. Online consults suit follow-ups and second opinions, while first visits needing a full assessment are usually best in-clinic.
Psychiatrists in Kolkata on Doctar hold an average rating of 4.6★ across 192 verified patient reviews. Reviews come only from genuine visits and cover treatment quality, wait times, and bedside manner, helping patients choose confidently.
Psychiatrists in Kolkata on Doctar consult in English, Hindi, and Bengali, so most patients can discuss symptoms comfortably in their preferred language. Each doctor's profile lists the specific languages they speak.
Yes. Searching and booking any of the 122 verified psychiatrists in Kolkata on Doctar is completely free, with no hidden platform charges. You pay only the doctor's own consultation fee, shown upfront, starting from ₹100.
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