Mr. Karthik Madugula
Post Graduate Diploma in Psychological Counseling, MS - Counselling & Psychotherapy
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Mr. Karthik Madugula is an IIT Kharagpur alumnus turned Counselling Psychologist.His path into psychology was shaped by personal experience — having navigated a decade of depression, addiction, and psychological distress in his own life, he brings both clinical training and lived understanding to his work with clients.He works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, and a sense of being stuck in life. His approach focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of psychological distress rather than managing symptoms on the surface. Sessions are designed to build lasting skills and self-sufficiency in the client — reducing dependency on ongoing therapy over time.He is the creator of the Six Pack Mind system — a structured framework for psychological resilience and personal growth developed over a decade of clinical practice.Clients are seen at the Financial District, Hyderabad clinic and online via video consultation.
Patient Stories for Mr. Karthik Madugula
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I had consulted many psychologists before, but my experience with him was completely different. He is incredibly warm, approachable, and never made me feel judged, no matter what I shared.
Unlike some psychologists who provide temporary relief without addressing the root cause, he focuses on helping you work through your core issues. The Six Pack Mind Program was especially impactful and helped me in ways I hadn’t experienced before.
One thing I really appreciated was the activities and exercises he assigned during the sessions. They were engaging, practical, and played a huge role in my progress. I highly recommend following them sincerely to get the **** results.
After completing the sessions, I felt much more confident and capable of handling challenges on my own. Instead of simply solving your problems for you, he empowers you to understand yourself and find your own solutions. I believe that’s what makes his approach truly unique and effective.
I’m genuinely grateful for all the support and guidance. It has made a lasting positive difference in my life.
Thank you karthik for your support
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I had primarily been struggling with social anxiety for around 8–9 years (I'm currently 25), along with high blood pressure and insomnia since 2023. I had my first visit to a psychiatrist around May 2024, and I met Karthik sir around September 2025.
Initially, I was skeptical about the concept of talk therapy and its effectiveness, partly influenced by internet jokes and misconceptions. Because of that, I delayed committing to therapy for more than six months. But after gathering some courage, along with encouragement from my brother, I finally connected with Karthik sir last year.
During our initial call, he briefly explained the structure of the process ( Six Pack Mind program), and I booked my first session for the following week. Even before the first meeting, I still wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. But the way Karthik sir listened to my issues and explained them back to me in such a structured and coherent manner completely surprised me.
I had never heard someone connect my seemingly unrelated problems so clearly before. The clarity I felt after the very first session motivated me to continue further, and eventually complete the entire program, which lasted around 2–3 months.
In every session, I felt like I came in with a puzzled perspective and left with a much stronger sense of reality and understanding. The sessions were very well structured, with each one building naturally upon the previous one. It genuinely felt like being on a self-discovery journey.
It has now been more than four months since completing the journey, and the concepts still help me navigate daily challenges and resolve conflicting thoughts. The difference between before and after has honestly been night and day. I do wish I had started sooner, but that’s okay.
As for the practical effects of therapy, my insomnia is now completely resolved, and I am gradually moving to very low doses of medication. I also completely overcame my smoking addiction and have lost around 9 kg since January 2026. My social anxiety is recovering ,slowly but steadily.
I am still trying to stay consistent with positive habits and actions, but for the first time in a long while, I feel a strong sense of direction and purpose in life.
In the end, I would like to summarise the entire experience in the same way I told Karthik sir personally:
“I came with the expectation of resolving a single issue related to anxiety, but I now feel like I finally have answers to questions that troubled me for years. Life now feels so approachable.”
I now genuinely recommend therapy to friends who are hesitant like I once was, because I understand firsthand how much it can help.
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I had a really positive experience. The sessions provided practical frameworks and a structured approach to handling different situations. They helped me become more mindful, slow down, and respond with more clarity instead of reacting. I also gained a better understanding of myself, which was helping me to manage anxiety and improve my social interactions. Overall, it was a valuable learning experience, and I'm grateful for the support and guidance from Karthik Madugula.
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