Psychiatry
Dr. Shayanth M
- Qualifications
- MD, DNB, PDF, FRANZCP
- Experience
- 12 years
- Fee
- ₹700
- Languages
- English
- Registration
- KMC 100078
★ 96% (25 votes) on Practo
Anxiety and depression · Stress and mood disorders · Sleep concerns
PSYCHIATRY · HSR LAYOUT, BANGALORE
Psychiatrists in HSR Layout, Bangalore
Request a confidential psychiatry consultation at Lotus Hospital, HSR Layout, for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, stress and addiction concerns.
4.3730+ Google reviewsRead what patients say ↗Lotus Multi Speciality Hospital in HSR Layout, Bangalore has Dr. Shayanth M for psychiatry care. Patients visit for anxiety and mood, sleep and stress, addiction and behaviour. The consultation fee is ₹700 and the hospital is open 24 hours. WhatsApp or call +91 80505 98999. The hospital is at 2361, 24th Main Road, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560102.
MEET THE TEAM
Psychiatrists at Lotus, HSR Layout
Every doctor’s qualifications and registration are listed. Request an appointment with any psychiatrist and we’ll confirm your time.
PATIENT STORIES
What patients say about Lotus psychiatry doctors
Shayanth approaches patients in a systematic way. Explained clearly on the pros and cons. He was clear and concise on treatment option, expectations, and individual response to treatment.
I had consulted many psychiatrists but my sleep never improved. After consulting Dr.Shayanth he understood my problems correctly and prescribed medications and told me about sleep hygiene techniques which proved extremely useful.
I can attest that he is a caring professional and can vouch for his superb clinical and diagnostic skills. I can recommend without a doubt anyone seeking for a compassionate doctor who is down to earth and all ears!
4.3730+ reviews on Google
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Lotus Multi Speciality Hospital is rated 4.3 on Google from 730+ patient reviews. On Practo it is rated 5.0 from 3,873 patient stories. Read every review on the platforms, or tell other patients about your visit.
HOW TO CHOOSE
Looking for the best psychiatrist in Bangalore?
The right psychiatrist is the one with training and experience in your specific problem, who explains your options clearly and whom you can see again easily. Use this checklist when comparing doctors in Bangalore, including the Lotus team above.
- MD or DNB in Psychiatry
- Confidentiality and a private consultation space
- Combined medication and therapy planning where needed
- Clear crisis guidance between visits
- Regular follow-up to review medicines
01Anxiety and mood
Persistent worry, panic, low mood or loss of interest.
02Sleep and stress
Insomnia, burnout and difficulty coping with work or life changes.
03Addiction and behaviour
Alcohol or substance use, attention and behavioural concerns.
INSURANCE & CASHLESS
Using health insurance at Lotus
Lotus works with health insurers and TPAs for cashless and reimbursement claims. Share your policy details before a planned admission and the care team checks eligibility and pre-authorisation for you.
LOCATION & DIRECTIONS
Psychiatry near Koramangala, Bellandur and Agara
Lotus Multi Speciality Hospital
2361, 24th Main Road, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560102
Near Bangalore One, HSR Layout 1st Sector
Open 24 hours, 7 days · OPD timings vary by doctor
From Within HSR Layout
Lotus is on 24th Main Road in Sector 1, near Bangalore One. Autos and cabs can drop at the entrance on 24th Main.
From Agara and Haralur
Head into HSR Sector 1 from the Agara Lake side of the Outer Ring Road and continue to 24th Main Road.
From Koramangala
Take the Sarjapur Road or 27th Main HSR approach towards Sector 1, then turn onto 24th Main Road.
From Bellandur and Outer Ring Road
Travel along the Outer Ring Road towards Agara, enter HSR Layout Sector 1 and continue to 24th Main Road.
From BTM Layout and Silk Board
Use the Outer Ring Road from Silk Board towards HSR Layout and turn into Sector 1.
From Bommanahalli and Hosur Road
Cross from Hosur Road into HSR Layout through the Sector 7 side and continue north to Sector 1.
From Sarjapur Road
Come towards Agara and the Outer Ring Road junction, then into HSR Layout Sector 1.
From Electronic City
Take Hosur Road to Silk Board, then the Outer Ring Road into HSR Layout. Best for planned visits.
Travel time changes with traffic. Check live directions before you leave and allow time for registration.
PATIENT QUESTIONS
Psychiatry at Lotus: frequently asked questions
Who is the best psychiatrist in HSR Layout or Bangalore?
The best psychiatrist for you is one who listens without judgement, explains the diagnosis and options clearly, involves you in decisions about therapy and medicine, and offers reliable follow-up. Feeling comfortable matters as much as credentials. Lotus lists its psychiatrists on this page with their qualifications, and you can book online confidentially.
How do I book a psychiatry appointment at Lotus?
Book online by choosing a psychiatrist on this page and selecting a slot. You can also send a WhatsApp message with your name, contact number and preferred day, or call +91 80505 98999. You do not need to explain your concern in detail when booking; the conversation happens privately with the psychiatrist.
What is the psychiatry consultation fee at Lotus?
The consultation fee at Lotus is ₹700. You pay at the hospital; no online payment is needed when you book online. A first assessment may take longer than a follow-up visit, and fees can differ. Ask about the cost of follow-up and any therapy sessions so you can plan ongoing care.
Does health insurance cover mental-health treatment at Lotus?
Lotus works with many health insurers and TPAs, and many policies now include mental-health treatment, but cover for outpatient visits and therapy varies. Share your policy details with the care team and confirm with your insurer what is covered before any planned admission or course of treatment.
What are the psychiatry OPD timings at Lotus?
Timings depend on each psychiatrist’s schedule, and available slots are shown when you book online. Schedules can change, so confirm your appointment with the care team on +91 80505 98999. If you feel unsafe or in crisis, do not wait for an appointment; seek urgent help immediately.
What should I bring to a psychiatry appointment?
Bring a list of current and past medicines, including those for sleep, anxiety or mood, previous prescriptions and any psychological reports. It can help to note when difficulties started, how they affect sleep, work and relationships, and any questions. You may bring a trusted person if you wish, but you can also be seen alone.
What conditions does the psychiatry department treat?
The psychiatry team offers confidential assessment and care for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, stress and sleep problems, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, bipolar disorder, psychosis, attention difficulties and alcohol or substance-use concerns. Treatment may include talking therapy, medicines or both, planned together with you and reviewed over time.
When is a mental-health concern an emergency?
Get help immediately if you or someone else is thinking about suicide or self-harm, is at risk of harming others, is severely confused, or is not eating or drinking. Call 112, go to the nearest emergency department, or contact the Tele-MANAS helpline on 14416. Stay with the person and remove means of harm if it is safe to do so.
Can I get a second opinion from a psychiatrist at Lotus?
Yes, you can book a psychiatry consultation for a second opinion on a diagnosis or treatment plan, for example if medicines have caused side effects or not helped. Bring previous prescriptions and reports. The psychiatrist can review the history, discuss options and help you decide on a plan you feel comfortable with.
Can I consult a psychiatrist in my preferred language?
Ask the care team when you book, and they can tell you which languages your chosen psychiatrist is comfortable consulting in. Being able to express feelings in your own words matters in mental-health care, so it is worth asking before your first visit.
Which psychiatrists are available at Lotus Hospital, HSR Layout?
Dr. Shayanth M consults at Lotus Multi Speciality Hospital in HSR Layout. You can request an appointment with them on this page.
How do I book a psychiatrist appointment at Lotus?
Choose a psychiatrist on this page and tap “Request visit”, send a WhatsApp message, or call +91 80505 98999. The hospital confirms the time and token; no online payment is required.
Is Lotus Hospital open 24 hours?
Yes. Lotus Multi Speciality Hospital in HSR Layout is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Outpatient consultations run on each doctor’s timings, so request a slot or call +91 80505 98999 to confirm.
Where is Lotus Hospital in HSR Layout?
Lotus Multi Speciality Hospital is at 2361, 24th Main Road, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560102, near bangalore one, hsr layout 1st sector. Patients come from Koramangala, Bellandur, Agara, BTM Layout, Bommanahalli and Sarjapur Road.
IN-DEPTH GUIDE
Psychiatry supports mental health through careful assessment, diagnosis where appropriate, psychological and social understanding, medicine when useful and coordination with therapy or other medical care. A respectful consultation protects privacy, avoids judgement and considers how symptoms affect relationships, study, work, sleep and safety.
Reasons to seek support
Persistent low mood, loss of interest, excessive worry, panic, intrusive thoughts, severe sleep disruption, changes in energy, unusual beliefs, substance-related concerns or difficulty functioning can all justify an assessment. Help is also appropriate before a crisis when a person notices a meaningful change from their usual self.
Physical conditions, medicines, substances and sleep problems can contribute to mental-health symptoms. A psychiatric assessment may therefore include medical history and targeted physical investigations rather than assuming every symptom is purely psychological.
- Anxiety, panic and persistent worry
- Depression and loss of interest
- Sleep and mood change
- Attention and behavioural concerns
- Unusual perceptions or beliefs
- Substance use and medication questions
What happens in an assessment
The clinician asks about current experiences, duration, triggers, previous episodes, physical health, medicines, substance use, family history, relationships and functioning. They also discuss safety, including thoughts of self-harm, because asking directly can support an appropriate plan.
Diagnosis may take time. The first goal can be to understand the pattern, exclude urgent medical causes, reduce immediate risk and agree what additional information or follow-up is needed.
- Symptoms and timeline
- Sleep, appetite and energy
- Function at home, study or work
- Medical and medicine context
- Past treatment and response
- Safety and available support
Therapy, medicine and combined care
Treatment depends on the concern, severity, patient preference, access and previous response. Psychological therapies teach structured ways to understand and change patterns of thought, emotion or behaviour. Medicines can help selected conditions but require discussion of expected benefits, adverse effects, duration and monitoring.
Do not stop psychiatric medicine abruptly without advice, as withdrawal or symptom recurrence can occur. If side effects are troubling, contact the prescriber so the plan can be adjusted safely. Sleep, routine, physical activity and social support can complement treatment but should not be presented as a cure for serious illness.
- A shared formulation and goals
- Evidence-based psychological therapy
- Medication when indicated
- Physical-health monitoring
- Family involvement with consent
- Planned follow-up and relapse prevention
Confidentiality and family involvement
Adults generally control who receives information about their care, subject to applicable law and immediate safety concerns. Family can provide valuable context and support, but involvement should be discussed with the patient.
For children and adolescents, confidentiality is balanced with age, capacity, safeguarding and caregiver responsibilities. The team should explain these boundaries early rather than after sensitive information is shared.
- Private, respectful conversation
- Clear limits of confidentiality
- Consent before routine family updates
- Safeguarding responsibilities
- Age-appropriate participation
- Secure handling of records
When urgent crisis help is needed
Immediate help is needed when someone may act on suicidal thoughts, cannot care for basic needs, is severely agitated or confused, has dangerous withdrawal symptoms, or poses an imminent risk to another person. Do not rely on a routine website form or wait for a scheduled appointment.
Stay with the person when it is safe, reduce access to immediate means of harm and contact local emergency services or an appropriate crisis service. If safety is uncertain, prioritise urgent professional assessment.
- Intent or plan to self-harm
- Recent suicide attempt
- Severe confusion or agitation
- Dangerous intoxication or withdrawal
- Inability to maintain basic safety
- Imminent risk to another person
Preparing for a mental-health appointment
Note when symptoms began, how sleep and function changed, major stressors, medicines and substances, and earlier treatment. Bring previous prescriptions or discharge records. If communication feels difficult, write down the most important concern beforehand.
Ask what the working explanation is, which options have evidence, when improvement may begin, which adverse effects matter and how follow-up works. Agree on a safety plan and emergency contacts when risk is present.
- A simple symptom timeline
- Current and previous medicines
- Sleep and substance-use context
- Treatment goals and preferences
- A trusted supporter if desired
- Safety and follow-up plan
- World Health Organization — Mental health ↗
- WHO — Suicide prevention ↗
- National Tele Mental Health Programme ↗
Medical information is general and does not replace an individual consultation.
A CLEAR NEXT STEP
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