Dr. Shamsah Sonawalla

I visited Dr.Sonawalla after visiting 4-5 Psychiatrist and Psychologist and having exhausted most of my savings at a time when I was going through the most difficult phase of my life. I have never experienced such intense Anxiety and Depression & Regular headaches, due to low self-esteem, work stress and pressure which made it worse. I never imagined my life to be in a situation where simple things like talking to friends & family, getting up from my bed and leaving home for work or even talking to my colleagues at work would seem like a big challenge due to constant negative overthinking. Every day seemed like the most unpleasant dream and I started having suicidal thoughts since it would be the best option to end this chaos since there was no support system for me emotionally and financially.

However, I thought of giving it another chance with Dr. Sonawalla. I first visited her in Feb 2019. I had taken medications previously and was never satisfied with the results because they were not having much effect on my health, nonetheless, when I met Dr.Sonawalla, she patiently listened to me and was very empathic towards my experiences although I was a bit hyperactive back then and was struggling with words and explaining her my condition. She advised me to give her at least a year and that her prescriptions will definitely improve my condition.

I waited patiently since I had no other option and after 2-3 months I felt a difference in my health and overall mood and personality, it felt like a breath of new life. I independently started with CBT, Yoga & Mindfulness meditation after that and it started having a positive impact coupled with her medications.

Looking back and comparing my life back then, I can confidently say that the quality of my life has drastically improved and I firmly believe that God did send Dr. Sonawalla as an angel into my life and I can never thank her enough for all the changes that have come into my life for which I will be forever grateful. She is always in my prayers for the generosity she exhibits and the efforts she put in emotionally just as a mother would for her child.

The doctor is extremely calm, compassionate, has good listening skills ,and communicates very effectively about the possible causes of bipolar and medication. She motivates very well to the patient and creates a very good understanding about the ailment . She is very alert about relapses that could occur while the patient is taking medication .

She is a renowned doctor whose extremely caring about patients visiting her. The doctor has a very pleasant personality and is extremely caring. She creates a very good psychological awareness amongst members of the society .

The doctor tries to control and monitor your mind very efficiently.

My family has given me lot of mental support due to the educational awareness she creates. My mom has understood my ailment so well because of the doctor’s quality training she gives me so much love,patience,and endurance. My mom and I have a good rapport with the doctor . It has been almost 7 years since I am seeing her and with every treatment I get better and better.

Our society considers such ailments to be a handicap but due to a doctor like her ,people have started envisioning strength and hope . This has made treatment possible if you take medicines without fail and you can get strength and support from your family. I sincerely urge each one of you to not loose hope and think this is a dead end. There is lot of scope for improvement and your health will get better.

Her staff is also very friendly and warm. They give timely calls and reminders about meeting the doctor or scheduling appointments. The staff is also very kind and attends to every patient . Dr Shamsah Sonawalla’s visit is worth every trip you come. She is extremely educated and well versed with all the scientific knowledge and is extremely a warm and a gentle yet strong woman I have encountered. I recommend this doctor to every person looking out to get better !

I want to tell you a story. A story of my struggle with depression and hope it helps others going through it and let them know they are not alone.

A lot of incidents in my life like accidents, financial failure, daughter’s health, and many other incidents got the better of me and one day 10 years ago, I had my first attack; like I would not

breath, shaky, dizzy, chest pain, sadness, hopelessness, life’s everyday tasks were difficult to handle and I would cry for no reason at all.

My family was very supportive but they also did not know how to deal with me. I was afraid of taking anti-depressant tablets because everyone told me it will have side effects. I tried many

alternative therapies, it would calm me for that time and then it would start again. In the end I felt I can’t carry on and so many negative thoughts would come my way. Then one fine day I realised I had to go to the psychiatrist and that is how I came to Dr. Shamsah Sonawalla at her TransMag Clinic. That day I felt I have come to the right place. She was calm, pleasant, patient and not judgmental. I felt I can be myself. She started me on small doses for my anxiety and depression. From then on I went for regular checkups and today I cant tell how I feel, I found a new life worth living. I thank her from the bottom of my heart. This is to just tell others who are suffering with depression and anxiety to take help from a doctor as you cant fight it alone.

No matter how dark it seems, the sun will always find its way to come out. There is light at the end of the tunnel.

"Speaking as an experienced person, I was confronting a grave financial crisis – I was feeling very down and troubled and needed a helping hand. I was fortunate to come in contact with Dr. Shamsah Sonawalla and the Trans Mag Well-Being team. Barely two weeks after starting rTMS there was a marked improvement in my mind-set, motivational level, and ability to plan. Now my optimism is back, planning is good, and my exercise routine has become great. The personalized, professional assessments and rTMS sessions have truly enhanced the quality of my life and I can take things in my stride. rTMS is a truly revolutionary treatment and is highly recommended for cases of depression certainly and with doctor's advice for other ailments. Quite often, we do not know how to recognize and deal with symptoms of stress, anxiety, fear, depression and a loss of confidence. That's when you need professional help, from someone who knows how to lend a helping hand. From the moment you meet Dr. Shamsah and the Trans Mag Team, you will instinctively know, you have done the right thing." Dr Sonawala is a superb psychiatrist who treats patients with the respect they deserve. The clinic is staffed by well trained and efficient assistants and visiting there is a very wholesome experience.

Michael, 60 year-old

19/3/19 I have been dealing with stress headaches and anxiety since 2011, I'm a Guy from Gujarat in mid twenties. Due to a certain traumatic incident in my past during teen age it all begun as an after effect. Later on I had dropped out of college, I consulted a local physician that didn't help much. I used to get panic attacks and my head would ache all throughout the day and the only time I'd feel relaxed was when I went to sleep. After a few months a family member suggested to goto a therapist well the treatment continued for a few years I was a bit relieved though upto a certain extent it didn't last and in search of healing and better treatment I reached a reputed hospital in Mumbai in '17. This period was a nightmare came to life after the onset of new treatment I couldn't sleep for 5 days straight. It almost continued for a year and I was loosing all hope as my condition was not getting any better. Which is when I came across Dr S.Sonawalla and TransMag Clinic.The staff was welcoming, and hospitable I certainly never felt at ease before. It was a combination of counselling and medicine, She accurately diagnosed my condition and a few months now as I write this testimony I can certainly endorse a few things regarding Dr.Sonawalla that she is an expert in her field, the medicine she prescribes is a proper blend of what your Mind & body needs. She's an emphatatic person and goes beyond reach to ensure Well being of her patient. She also counselled my relatives who considered such an health issue to be unrealistic and it turns out to be even in today's modern age it's prevalent as a taboo in the society. *Regarding me ? I'm in a better place now I don't suffer from headaches any more my anxiety has significantly reduced I'm on my way to the clinic now as I write because I ensure to whomsoever reading this no matter what you're dealing with, No matter what walks of life you come from you'll be welcomed in a dignified manner. Earlier I had to book a cab to reach the clinic now I can travel alone in public transport to nearby places. And the end I'd like to Quote

Albert Schweitzer " Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flame by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light. "

Thankfully yours,

Raghav

A patient listener who can calm you and infuse the positiveness you are seeking for. After much deliberation, I went to see Dr. Shamsah Sonawalla for my Depression and the negative thoughts that made difficult for me leading a normal life. She is instrumental in changing my life around and today I feel good about everything and stay away from those lonely negative bouts, and this is only due to her treatment. My fears of side effects due to medicines had been carefully addressed and understood and doses reduced as per the progress. If anyone is battling depression, dont look any further, she is the very right person to seek for. Awesome! Excellent!

First of all I would like to say that those who are suffering from major depression whose symptoms are poor communication with people problem in sleeping , studying and negative thoughts please do not think twice and immediately visit Dr Shamshah Sonawala she is a genius doctor who has given me a life otherwise I would be long gone I m still under treatment and will be fine in sometime , I would like to say that do not hesitate or get embares about it as its not your fault these things usually come from heredity , I m a student who has witnessed this miracle and I would recommend Dr Shamshah Sonawala for any kind of mental illness .

Went for help for severe depression for someone close to me , took appointment yet waited for almost an hour and there were about 5 more like me waiting for her ,she gave us n the patient about 10 minutes in which while talking to us she excused herself to hop n talk to another patient too for 5 minutes for these 10 minutes v were charged 5000 bucks , called us in next 3 days , charged us 4500for only 10 minutes n changed medicines n asked us to b back next week again . Desperate for help v again landed at her clinic after a long wait she met the patient for max 10 minutes , changed the medicines asking us to see her next week . How sad is it a suicidal depressed person who is looking for help from his doctor but the only person who can help is giving 5 minutes Only . She ***** **** * **** *** *** has no time to listen n her charges r atrociously high for a small hearing of a long time illness.So if u loads of money , patience pl go to her. Pl don’t recommend her to middle class people. ** ***** ** ***** ***** * ** * ***** ** * ******* ** ****** * ******** **** ***** * huge fee for 10 minutes counselling . Sad but tru

I approached Dr. Sonawala nearly a year back for my anxiety disorder. I am glad I went to her and wished I had approached her much earlier. Depression is for real, just like any other lifestyle disorder.

When Depression struck me, I felt a sense of worthlessness, lost interest in all activities, experienced loss of appetite and lost weight, spend sleepless nights. It was then I spoke to a 1-2 trusted friends and they guided me to meet a Psychiatrist. To get my life back to normal, good sense prevailed and I approached Dr Sonawala. During these times what one needs is empathy and not sympathy. Dr. Sonawala heard me out and prescribed medications , which I have been diligently taking. From then till now, my life has changed for better. Not only have I started my regular activities, I also took up some challenging things like learning new language, giving a dance stage performance ( which was my childhood dream). A year back I could have never thought of these achievements. One needs to accept the situation he or she is into and move ahead. Few months after the medications and exercises I started thinking straight. That doesnt mean I never have any down moments. But I have very successfully learnt to get over the sad moments and think ahead.

It's really sad that mental health is not considered important by us. Seeking help from right people at right time proved to be very helpful to me. A big thank you to Dr. Sonawala.

Doctor as well a great human being. Very caring and spends enough time to understand the patient which is very important as much as the the medicine. Staff in perticular Manasi, Shruti, Shweta set a warmth and caring enviroment. From my experience, patient will get the solution to his probelme without doubt.

I personally take this opportunity to thank no behalf of myself and my entire family Doctor, Mansi, Shruti. Shweta since they have given me the life which i would think is over.

Doctor thank you very much, may god bless you always.

I strongly recommend the doctor to every patient suffering from psychological damage.