Psychiatric care
Consultations for anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolar disorder, sleep difficulties and more — with clear explanations at every step.
- Confidential & respectful
- Inclusive & LGBTQ+ friendly
- In person & online
Kangra & Dharamshala, HP 
A moment to breathe
A moment to breathe The OJAS approach
Good care starts with being understood.
There is a person behind every concern. At OJAS, psychiatry, counselling and psychotherapy come together to care for the whole of you — not just a diagnosis.
Founded with a vision to reduce the stigma around mental health, our centre offers a respectful place to talk, understand what you’re experiencing and find a way forward. Families are included when it helps — always with your consent.
“Mental health care should feel as ordinary as a check-up — private, practical and free of shame.”
Dr. Devasheesh Rattan Sharma · MBBS, DNB Psychiatry
- Unhurried consultations — enough time to tell your story properly.
- Clear explanations — you’ll know what the diagnosis means and why a treatment is suggested.
- Medication only when needed — the lowest effective dose, reviewed regularly.
18
Specialised services under one roof
02
Centres — Kangra & Dharamshala
100%
Confidential, judgement-free care
Online
Video teleconsultation available
How we can help
Care for wherever you are in life.
Different experiences. Individual needs. Support that begins with you.
Therapy & counselling
A respectful space to explore feelings, navigate relationships and work through stress with professional support.
Addiction support
Medical care and counselling for substance use and dependence — confidential detox, family guidance and relapse prevention.
We also support childhood behavioural concerns, sexual health, epilepsy, dementia and sleep problems.
Psychiatry
Expertise, with empathy
Dr. Devasheesh Rattan Sharma
Dr. Sharma founded OJAS with a simple belief: seeking help for your mental health should feel as natural as caring for your physical health.
He trained at Dr. Vidyasagar Institute of Mental Health, Amritsar and worked as a Senior Resident at Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College, Karnal. His areas of interest include addiction psychiatry, sexology, stress and anger management, general psychiatry and epilepsy.
MBBS, DNB Psychiatry Himachal Medical Council · Reg. no. 5266/21 Consultant Psychiatrist
What to expect
Three simple steps to feeling better.
Reach out
Call, WhatsApp or book online. Share as little or as much as you like — the team will guide you to the right appointment.
First consultation
An unhurried conversation about what’s been happening — your thoughts, sleep, work, relationships and health history.
Your care plan
A plan you understand: therapy, medication or both, plus follow-ups that adapt as you improve. You stay in charge.
Common concerns
When something feels off.
If you recognise yourself here, that’s a reason to talk — not to worry quietly.
Anxiety disorders
When worry refuses to switch off
Depressive disorder
More than feeling sad for a day
Schizophrenia
When reality feels different
Drug addiction
A health condition, not a moral failing
Mania (bipolar disorder)
Highs that come with a cost
Sexual disorders
Common, private and treatable
Obsessive compulsive disorder
Thoughts that loop, rituals that trap
All disorders
Signs, meaning and how we help — in plain language.
A little reassurance
It’s okay to have questions.
Reaching out can feel like a big step. Here are honest answers to the questions people ask us most often.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MBBS, then MD/DNB in Psychiatry) who can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication and provide psychotherapy. A psychologist is trained in psychological testing and talk therapy but does not prescribe medication. At OJAS, care is led by a consultant psychiatrist with counselling and psychotherapy support.
Do I need to know what is wrong before my first visit?
No. You can simply describe what has been on your mind or what has changed in your daily life. The first consultation is a conversation — together you and the doctor will figure out what is going on and what would help.
Consulting a psychiatrist means I am “mental”?
No. Psychiatrists treat common, everyday problems such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, phobias, anger, exam stress, addiction and relationship difficulties. The idea that only "serious cases" see a psychiatrist comes from movies and stigma — it is a minority of what a psychiatrist actually sees.
Are psychiatric medicines addictive?
Most psychiatric medicines are not addictive. A small group of medicines used mainly for sleep or severe restlessness is prescribed for short periods of 4–6 weeks. Your doctor will always explain how long a medicine should be taken and why — you can ask about dependence at any visit.
Will a doctor from another specialty treat my mental health problem?
Due to the shortage of mental health professionals in India, doctors from other specialties sometimes prescribe basic psychiatric medicines. For accurate diagnosis, correct dosing and therapy, consulting a psychiatrist is always the better choice.
When you’re ready, we’re here
Let’s begin with a conversation.
You don’t need to have all the answers. You just need a place to start — call, message, or book a time that works for you.