No Health Without
Mental Health.
Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital - The Premier Mental Health Care Institute in North-East India.
Providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care and rehabilitation for people with mental health disorders, alcohol and drug dependence.
Mental illness is treatable. Recovery is possible.
Do not suffer in silence. Seek professional help.
Care that walks beside you -
OUR SERVICES
We offer comprehensive behavioural health care for children, adolescent and adults.
We treat psychiatric disorders, psychological problems, drug and alcohol dependence. All major Services of Mental Health come under the same roof.
Psychiatry
Evidence-based psychiatric assessments, clinical diagnosis, and pharmacological management for mood disorders, psychosis, and complex psychiatric conditions.
Clinical Psychology
Standardized psychometric profiling, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and specialized psychotherapy for emotional resilience and behavioral transformation.
Social Psychiatry
Community mental health support, psychiatric social work, caregiver psychoeducation, and socio-emotional rehabilitation to rebuild sustainable life balance.
Drug Deaddiction and Counselling
Medically supervised detoxification, individual and group addiction counselling, structured relapse prevention, and confidential family recovery support.
About Us
Established in 1993, Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital is the first private psychiatric hospital in Assam, with more than three decades of dedicated service in mental healthcare.
We are a specialised psychiatric facility providing comprehensive treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
We treat mental illness with the same seriousness, dignity, and compassion as any physical condition. Our goal extends beyond symptom control; we help patients achieve meaningful recovery, functional independence, and a better quality of life.
We provide specialised services for:
- Psychiatric evaluation and medical management
- Individual and group counseling
- Inpatient care and stabilization
- Drug and alcohol de-addiction programs
- Clinical psychology and diagnostic assessments
Why Choose Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital?
We foster an environment where patients and their loved ones feel safe, understood, and medically supported.
Multidisciplinary Mental Health Team
Collaborative care involving experienced psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and dedicated healthcare staff.
Patient-Centred, Dignified Care
We treat every patient as a unique individual, respecting autonomy, personal beliefs, and emotional comfort.
Strict Confidentiality & Privacy
Your consultations, health records, and personal disclosures are safeguarded under strict privacy protocols.
Evidence-Based Clinical Practices
Our therapeutic and psychiatric interventions follow recognized scientific guidelines and medical standards.
Support for Families & Caregivers
Active family counselling and psychoeducation to build sustainable support systems for sustained recovery.
Accessible Guwahati Location
Centrally positioned in Guwahati to serve patients across Assam and neighboring northeastern states.
Our Care Pathway
Treatment is more than medication
Consultation
The patient is assessed by a psychiatrist.
Diagnosis and Treatment Plan
The clinical team discusses the patient's condition and recommends an appropriate treatment plan.
OPD or Inpatient Treatment
Patients who can be managed as outpatients continue treatment through the Guwahati OPD. Patients requiring admission may be referred to the inpatient hospital.
A Healthier
Brighter
Tomorrow
Support - Treatment - Recovery
Stabilisation
The immediate psychiatric or addiction-related problems are addressed.
Rehabilitation
Where appropriate, the patient works toward restoration of daily and social functioning.
Discharge Planning
The patient and family receive guidance regarding continuing treatment and relapse prevention.
Follow-up
Continuing psychiatric care is provided through the OPD and appropriate follow-up arrangements.
Care Pathway
Treatment is more than medication
Consultation
The patient is assessed by a psychiatrist.
Diagnosis and Treatment Plan
The clinical team discusses the patient's condition and recommends an appropriate treatment plan.
OPD or Inpatient Treatment
Patients who can be managed as outpatients continue treatment through the Guwahati OPD. Patients requiring admission may be referred to the inpatient hospital.
Stabilisation
The immediate psychiatric or addiction-related problems are addressed.
Rehabilitation
Where appropriate, the patient works toward restoration of daily and social functioning.
Discharge Planning
The patient and family receive guidance regarding continuing treatment and relapse prevention.
Follow-up
Continuing psychiatric care is provided through the OPD and appropriate follow-up arrangements.
Meet Our Mental Healthcare Team
Our multidisciplinary clinicians combine compassionate communication with clinical expertise.
Dr. Pankaj Lochan Sarma
Chief Psychiatrist, GPH
MBBS, D.P.M. (CIP Ranchi), M.D. Psychiatry (NIMHANS)
Dr. Pankaj Lochan Sarma is the Chief Psychiatrist at GPH. A graduate of Assam Medical College, he earned his D.P.M. degree from the Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi, and his M.D. in Psychiatry from NIMHANS, Bengaluru.
Dr. P Leelavathamma
Head - Clinical Psychology Unit
M.Phil, Ph.D (CIP, Ranchi)
Dr. P Leelavathamma, M. Phil, Ph.D is the head of the Clinical Psychology unit of Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital. A master in Psychology, she obtained the M.Phil degree in clinical psychology from SV University, Tirupati and Ph.D in clinical psychology from the Central Institute of Psychiatry (CIP), Ranchi. She is an expert in behaviour modification technique, specially Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
Dr. Pankaj Lochan Sarma
Chief Psychiatrist, GPH
MBBS, D.P.M. (CIP Ranchi), M.D. Psychiatry (NIMHANS)
Dr. Pankaj Lochan Sarma is the Chief Psychiatrist at GPH. A graduate of Assam Medical College, he earned his D.P.M. degree from the Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi, and his M.D. in Psychiatry from NIMHANS, Bengaluru.
Dr. P Leelavathamma
Head - Clinical Psychology Unit
M.Phil, Ph.D (CIP, Ranchi)
Dr. P Leelavathamma, M. Phil, Ph.D is the head of the Clinical Psychology unit of Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital. A master in Psychology, she obtained the M.Phil degree in clinical psychology from SV University, Tirupati and Ph.D in clinical psychology from the Central Institute of Psychiatry (CIP), Ranchi. She is an expert in behaviour modification technique, specially Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
Publications & Medical Guides
Authored & guided by hospital founder Dr. Pankaj Lochan Sarma, providing authoritative psychiatric literature, academic publications, and the acclaimed ‘Manor Khabor’ monthly mental health journal.
Dr. Pankaj Lochan Sarma
Chief Psychiatrist & Founder, GPH
MBBS, D.P.M. (CIP Ranchi), M.D. (NIMHANS Bengaluru)
A graduate of Assam Medical College, he completed his D.P.M. from the Central Institute of Psychiatry (CIP), Ranchi, and his M.D. in Psychiatry from NIMHANS, Bengaluru. An eminent clinician and author, he has published influential books on psychiatry and served as the chief editor of Assam's pioneering monthly journal ‘Manor Khabor’.
Featured Publications & Journals
স্কিজ’ফ্ৰেনিয়া
Schizophrenia
Clinical Perspectives, Perceptions & Patient Care
মনোৰোগ পৰিচিতি
Monorog Porichiti
Foundations of Psychiatric Disorders & Modern Care
মনৰ খবৰ (প্ৰথম বছৰ, প্ৰথম সংখ্যা)
Manor Khabor – Vol. 1, Issue 1
Inaugural Issue • January 2018
মনৰ খবৰ (ফেব্ৰুৱাৰী, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – February 2018
Solitude, Existential Dread & Emotional Endurance
মনৰ খবৰ (মাৰ্চ, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – March 2018
Clinical Psychiatry, Gut-Brain Axis & Mass Psychology
মনৰ খবৰ (এপ্ৰিল, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – April 2018
Anxiety, Panic Disorders & Phobias
মনৰ খবৰ (মে’, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – May 2018
Creativity, Perception & Mood Spectrum
মনৰ খবৰ (জুন, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – June 2018
Overcoming Depression & Finding Hope
মনৰ খবৰ (জুলাই, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – July 2018
Women's Mental Health & Domestic Harmony
মনৰ খবৰ (আগষ্ট, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – August 2018
Sensory Awakening, Vitality & Emotional Rebirth
মনৰ খবৰ (ছেপ্টেম্বৰ, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – September 2018
Social Alienation & Crisis Intervention
মনৰ খবৰ (অক্টোবৰ, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – October 2018
Geriatric Mental Health, Grief & Sorrow
স্কিজ’ফ্ৰেনিয়া
Schizophrenia
Clinical Perspectives, Perceptions & Patient Care
মনোৰোগ পৰিচিতি
Monorog Porichiti
Foundations of Psychiatric Disorders & Modern Care
মনৰ খবৰ (প্ৰথম বছৰ, প্ৰথম সংখ্যা)
Manor Khabor – Vol. 1, Issue 1
Inaugural Issue • January 2018
মনৰ খবৰ (ফেব্ৰুৱাৰী, ২০১৮)
Manor Khabor – February 2018
Solitude, Existential Dread & Emotional Endurance
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Testimonials
What Our Patients & Families Are Saying
"Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital provided exceptional inpatient care during my family member's crisis. The medical team under Dr. Pankaj Lochan Sarma is compassionate, highly professional, and ensures complete patient dignity throughout the recovery process."
Abhishek Bezbaruah
"Extremely helpful clinical staff and therapeutic environment. The residential facilities are clean, quiet, and structured. Their de-addiction and counselling protocols gave our family practical guidance and sustainable recovery support."
Asif Ahmed
"Comprehensive psychiatric assessment and polite nursing team. They maintain complete confidentiality and involve caregivers in every step of treatment. Highly recommended for inpatient mental health care in Assam."
Uday Rajpoot
Out-Patient & Inpatient Units
Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital provides a coordinated continuum of psychiatric care across two specialized centers in Assam: an accessible OPD at Panjabari and a serene 6-acre residential recovery campus at Patarkuchi.
Out-Patient Unit
Designed for confidential psychiatric evaluations, therapy sessions, medication monitoring, and ongoing follow-up consultations in an accessible urban location.
Services Provided at OPD:
- First psychiatric consultation
- Follow-up consultations
- Medication review & management
- Psychological & psychometric assessment
- Addiction risk assessment
- Relapse prevention strategies
- Family counselling & psychoeducation
- Deciding whether hospital admission is necessary
Inpatient Unit
A peaceful, therapeutic, and recovery-oriented environment situated on a hillock across 6 acres of natural greenery, providing outdoor activities, doctor-guided yoga, and 24/7 psychiatric oversight.
Inpatient Care Indications:
- 24/7 continuous psychiatric observation & medical safety
- Intensive clinical treatment requiring supervised residential care
- Stabilisation of acute, severe psychiatric symptoms
- Management of acute behavioural disturbances
- Treatment of severe clinical depression and refractory disorders
- Medical management of alcohol and substance dependence
* Admission is recommended when clinically necessary after OPD evaluation.
Conditions We Treat
Our multidisciplinary clinical team provides evidence-based medical, psychiatric, and psychological treatments tailored to individual patient needs.
Schizophrenia & Psychotic Disorders
Comprehensive medical stabilization, reality-orientation & long-term maintenance care.
Depression & Mood Disorders
Evidence-based pharmacotherapy, supportive counselling & mood recovery interventions.
Bipolar Disorder
Mood stabilisation, acute mania management & preventive episode planning.
Anxiety & Panic Disorders
Clinical desensitisation, CBT support & targeted pharmacological control.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Specialised medical management & cognitive exposure response therapy.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Trauma-informed psychiatric care & structured grounding techniques.
Phobias & Social Anxiety
Graduated exposure, anxiety-reduction techniques & cognitive therapy.
Personality Disorders
Long-term psychotherapeutic stabilization & emotion-regulation coaching.
Sleep Disturbances & Insomnia
Sleep hygiene protocols & medical management of psychiatric sleep issues.
Behavioural & Emotional Issues
Impulse control, mood reactivity management & structured behavioural therapy.
Co-Occurring Mental Health & Substance-Use Disorders
Many individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or psychosis also struggle with alcohol or drug use as an attempt to self-medicate. At Guwahati Psychiatric Hospital, our psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and addiction specialists work together to address both conditions concurrently. Treating psychiatric disorders and substance dependence simultaneously under one medical roof provides the only reliable foundation for lasting recovery and relapse prevention.
10-Step Addiction Recovery Framework
From medically supervised withdrawal to structured outpatient follow-up after discharge.
Clinical Assessment
Detailed psychiatric, physical, and medical history evaluation.
Supervised Withdrawal
Safe medical detox managed by doctors when indicated.
Withdrawal Management
Alleviating discomfort and ensuring vital medical stability.
Co-Morbidity Screening
Screening for underlying depression, anxiety or trauma.
Targeted Pharmacotherapy
Prescription of anti-craving and psychiatric medication.
Psychotherapy & CBT
One-on-one psychological counseling and restructuring.
Behaviour Change
Motivational interviewing for sustained long-term sobriety.
Family Involvement
Active psychoeducation and healing family relationships.
Relapse Prevention
Identifying triggers and developing robust coping strategies.
Discharge Follow-Up
Structured outpatient visits to maintain long-term recovery.
Support For Families: You Do Not Have To Face This Alone
Family members often carry significant emotional strain when a loved one suffers from mental illness or addiction. We provide dedicated counselling, psychoeducation, and practical guidance to equip families throughout the recovery journey.
What the illness means
Demystifying mental health and addiction as legitimate, treatable biological conditions.
Why treatment is necessary
Understanding clinical rationale, timelines, and the hazards of abrupt medication stop.
How medicines work
Clear explanations of psychiatric medications and neurochemical stabilization.
What side effects to watch for
Guidance on managing early physical reactions and when to consult the doctor.
How to support recovery
Practical communication techniques that foster respect, dignity, and encouragement.
Early warning signs
Spotting behavioral shifts or mood dips before acute escalation occurs.
Reducing relapse risk
Creating a healthy, trigger-free home atmosphere with supportive boundaries.
When urgent help is needed
Clear protocol and direct hospital communication lines for acute crisis safety.
COMPREHENSIVE CONTINUUM OF CARE
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to help you navigate consultations, admissions, and treatments.
The OPD is situated on the left-hand side of Panjabari Main Road, approximately half a kilometer beyond the Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra.
Take the First Step Towards Better Mental Health
Speak with our healthcare team and find the right psychiatric or psychological support tailored to your unique needs.