
MBBS, M.D. (Psychiatry)
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Dr. Shwetank Bansal is a Consultant Psychiatrist and psychotherapist at BLK (BL Kapur) Super Speciality Hospital, Karol Bagh and at Better Me Healthcare, New Delhi. After completing MBBS from the University of Delhi, he pursued MD in Psychiatry from the prestigious Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (Delhi University), which is one of the premier neuroscience institutes of the country. Thereafter, he underwent training as a Post Doctoral Observer at the University of Michigan, USA. He has a special interest in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and has trained in CBT from the esteemed Beck Institute for Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Pennsylvania, USA. He has been trained in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, one of the latest modes of treatment in Psychiatry and Neurology, from the prestigious Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA. He has also made numerous contributions to national and international research journals.He has previously been Consultant Psychiatrist in the Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute in South Delhi, Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, and Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon. An active member of the American Psychiatric Association and European Psychiatric Association, Dr. Bansal believes that preventive Mental Health is the road to the future, and is routinely cited in media on issues of positive Psychology and Mental Health and has made numerous special appearances on national TV and news shows for the cause of the furtherment of psychological health. His clients and their families appreciate him for his humane and compassionate approach.
Dr. Shwetank Bansal is a highly skilled and compassionate psychiatrist who creates a calm and supportive environment. He listens carefully and offers personalized guidance, helping patients make positive changes in their lives. His professionalism and dedication truly stand out.
Dr. Shwetank Bansal is a kind and compassionate doctor who has tremendously helped me manage my symptoms. The clinic environment is peaceful and the staff is always available to help and assist. Overall, I had a very positive experience.
Dr. Shwetank Bansal is really concerned about his patients' health. Although the consultation was online and I couldn't assess the clinic, the doctor was beyond par in his care and attention.
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I had an online consultation with Dr. Shwetank Bansal. He explained everything very well, and the staff communicated politely. Overall, it was a positive experience.
Dr. Shwetank Bansal is an expert in his field and an excellent counselor. He is very understanding, non-judgmental, and easy to confide in. He has been a game-changer for me and has greatly contributed to my peace and success.
Dr. Shwetank Bansal is very cooperative and takes time to understand the issue thoroughly. He asks about patient history and current medication, explains the possible treatment clearly, and advises on medicine as needed. The clinic environment was comfortable and there wasn’t a long wait.
I visited Dr. Shwetank Bansal and would recommend him to others.
Dr. Shwetank Bansal is an attentive doctor who truly listens and gives relevant advice. He spends a good amount of time with each patient, which is rare among psychiatrists. The clinic environment is comfortable, and the appointments are well-scheduled, so there is almost no waiting.
Visited For Anxiety And DepressionSuicidal Behavior
Happy with: Explanation of the health issueDoctor friendliness
I believe Therapy is a collaborative process- a mutual exploration of your self. And the most important thing for any patient to recover is to FEEL SAFE with the therapist. The critical question you is this : Do you feel that your therapist is curious to find out who you are and what you, not some generic "diagnosed patient", need ? Are you just a list of symptoms on some diagnostic questionnaire, or does your therapist take the time to find out why you do what you do and think what you think ?
And exactly this was the best part of my experience with Dr. Shwetank Bansal.
First, he actively "listened". He didn't judge me. He did not invalidate my feelings, emotions and actions. He made me feel safe. He become someone I could share my heart out (which is really important for someone dealing with uncomfortable emotions--(depression/anxiety are just diagnosis). The basic human needs are to be seen, to be heard. Most emotional issues comes when these needs are not met. So, he gave me this safe space where I was seen and heard objectively without any judgements. I opened up to many things in my present and past that I thought could have been causing all the troubles I was having. Then, he made sure we always communicate rather than just me speaking or him imposing some remedies. He did gave some practical tips. Always. Medicine was his last resort which I always appreciated. After giving some invaluable tips he ended with keeping them same or altering my medicines. To be honest, medicines did work for me but only for sometime. I think it can be a part of the process but medicines can never "cure" such conditions. And when after sometime, I always found myself back to the deep hole over and over again. I gave up. I started to look for another doctor. In the process, I was not taking responsibility to try what Dr. Shwetank had suggested and was rigid in staying in my comfort zone. I don't go hard on myself either. It's not easy. I know where I had been. It was darkness. I am writing this after 1 long year of giving up on the doctor, consulting a couple of doctors, and then eventually tapering off the last prescribed medicines myself and went the holistic way. I wouldn't recommend anyone to do this on their own. I took a risk. And, it has been paying off. I don't miss the medicines at all. In fact, I am better off without them. But I do miss someone like Dr. Shwetank. Just to talk. Just to have someone who "listens". I would say he really helped me a lot figure out myself. I think deep down he believes in the healing power that everyone has in their own hands and that he can be a guide, a friend, a helping hand who can show someone that. I wish I'd have given him the chance to complete my recovery. But this is to tell you, you are amazing Dr. Shwetank. Thank you for being there when I needed you the most. Thank you for being a mentor. This is also to tell you that I am much better. I have started to befriend the uncomfortable emotions. I sit with my feelings. I don't push them away. I have realized the fact that suffering and pain are inevitable. They are part of the deal we made when we signed up for a human experience. And that it's not about what happens to you but how you choose to respond. I don't let uncomfortable emotions to derail me anymore. Thank you again!
P.S. I recommend you and everyone reading "The Body Keeps The Score" by Bessel Van Der Kolk. It's a must read for all professionals I believe. And I am sure someone like you will definitely appreciate the read.
Thank you again. Sending you lots of love. Stay safe Doc :)