Dr. Ankit Kumar Sinha

A highly trained and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr. Sinha holds an MD in Psychiatry from PGIMER, Chandigarh, one of India’s most prestigious medical institutes—and has gained extensive clinical experience during his three-year tenure at AIIMS, Bhubaneswar. Currently based at Tender Palm Super-Speciality Hospital, Lucknow, his approach to treatment is rooted in scientific evidence, empathy, and individualized care.

Dr. Sinha offers specialized treatment for a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and substance use disorders. He is certified in Brief Intervention Techniques for Alcohol and Tobacco by the NHS, England, and has worked extensively in the management of all types of addictions.

He also provides structured psychotherapy and counseling, with expertise in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic modalities.

Current Practice Locations

– Consultant Psychiatrist, Tender Palm Hospital, Lucknow
– Founder & Consultant Psychiatrist, Ahaan Wellness Center, Arjunganj, Lucknow

Dr. Sinha is available for in-person consultations at both locations and also provides telepsychiatry services for remote patients.

Core Skills & Clinical Expertise

– Extensive experience in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychiatric disorders across all age groups
– Skilled in therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and support recovery
– Advanced expertise in managing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) using CBT and ERP
– Strong background in brief interventions for substance use disorders
– Expert in managing personality disorders with tailored psychotherapeutic approaches
– Proficient in delivering Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
– Accomplished in teaching and mentoring postgraduate students
– Excellent interpersonal, academic, and clinical communication abilities

Awards & Recognition

– 1st Prize Poster Presentation – “A Walk on Thorns: Motivating and Resilience in Addiction Management”, 31st Annual Conference of IPS (Odisha), Bhubaneswar
– $1,500 Scholarship – INEBRIA International Conference, Edinburgh, UK
– International Poster Presentation – IAWMH-2022, Maastricht, Netherlands
– Webinar Organizer – “Role of Nutrition in Physical and Mental Health of Women: Policy to Plate”, Poshan Abhiyan initiative with Govt. of India & NCW

Research & Publications

Dr. Sinha has authored/co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, contributing significantly to the field of psychiatry:
– Telepsychiatry vs In-Person Consultation During COVID-19 – Psychiatria Danubina
– Screening & Brief Intervention for Hazardous Alcohol Use – Asian J Psychiatr
– Activity-Based Clinical Psychiatry Training for Interns – Psychiatry
– Thought-Stopping and ERP in Obsession Treatment – Cureus
– Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome with Zuclopenthixol – Industrial Psychiatry Journal
– Burnout Among Medical Trainees – Indian J Soc Psychiatry
– Working Parents and Screen Time Challenges – Indian J Soc Psychiatry
– Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome with Atypical Eating Disorder – JIACAMH

Professional Registrations & Memberships

– Registered with Delhi Medical Council (DMC)
– Registered with Tamil Nadu Medical Council (TNMC)
– Member, Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS)
– Member, INEBRIA (International Network on Brief Interventions for Alcohol and Other Drugs)
– Member, ISSUP (International Society of Substance Use Professionals)

Why Choose Dr. Ankit Sinha?

– Trained at PGIMER & AIIMS – India’s leading medical institutions
– Internationally certified in addiction psychiatry
– Published researcher and experienced academic mentor
– Expert in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy
– Compassionate, ethical, and patient-first approach
– Offers telepsychiatry consultations for flexible access to care