Chitrankana

Ms Chitrankana Bandyopadhyay

Clinical Psychologist

I am an eclectic, queer-affirmative and trauma-informed Clinical Psychologist trained in psychometry and psychotherapy for all mental illnesses and allied emotional and behavioural disturbances. I believe in the power of compassion and empathy in fuelling trust & courage in my patients to invest in their healing.

About Me

As a Clinical Psychologist, I offer an eclectic and queer-affirmative space where your unique experiences are deeply understood. I integrate trauma-informed care and psychometry to support healing across diverse emotional and behavioural challenges. My approach fosters trust and courage, allowing you to invest fully in your well-being. Clients find a compassionate, empathetic environment. This helps you explore complex feelings and find a way forward.

Approach

Gentle curiosity shapes how we work together, turning difficult memories and present struggles into manageable steps that build safety and choice. In Kolkata or online, in Bengali, English or Hindi/Urdu, sessions move at a pace you set: focused assessment and careful reflection inform short experiments or skills between meetings so progress is visible and owned by you. I blend structured thinking with space for emotion, attending to identity and past harm while keeping each session practical. This approach often suits people seeking steady, respectful change.
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Basic Information

Services


Services Offered:

  • Psychometric Testing

    Standardised tests that measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, or emotional functioning, used to support diagnosis and inform treatment.

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Corporate Workshops

    Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.

  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Guided Visualisation

    A relaxation technique in which a therapist guides you through calming mental imagery to reduce stress, anxiety, or pain.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Individuals
  • Organisations
  • Parents

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Personality Difficulties

    Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.

  • Suicide Bereavement or Crisis

    The grief of losing someone to suicide, or being in a state of suicidal crisis oneself, both carrying unique psychological weight that differs from other forms of loss.

    Learn more about Suicide Bereavement or Crisis
  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

    Learn more about Relationship Issues

Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Qualifications


Amity University

Registrations


Rehabilitation Council of India

Clinical Psychologist

Service Area


Apollo Clinic Salt Lake, ILS Hospital Salt Lake

In-person & Online

District North 24 Parganas

Kolkata, West Bengal

India