# Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic and Psychiatry Counseling Center

> Psychiatry and counselling clinic in Kathmandu, Nepal. Psychiatrists and counsellors treat depression, anxiety, OCD, sleep problems, ADHD, addiction, bipolar disorder and memory concerns for children, teenagers and adults, in person at People's Plaza (New Road) and Kalanki, or online by video for Nepalis living abroad. Languages: Nepali and English. Phone: +9779714556408.

## Key facts

- Name: Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic and Psychiatry Counseling Center (also: Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic)
- Specialty: Psychiatry, psychotherapy, counselling
- Locations: Dev Plaza, People's Plaza, New Road, Kathmandu 44600 · Kalanki Bhatbhateni, Kathmandu
- Founder: Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist
- Hours: Saturday 5:00 AM-11:00 PM (call to confirm other days).
- Phone / WhatsApp booking: +9779714556408
- Online: all three doctors provide online consultation and therapy by video across Nepal and abroad (Nepali or English)
- Referral needed: No
- Emergency: not an emergency service. In Nepal call Police 100, Ambulance 102, or suicide prevention helpline 1166.

## Doctors

- [Dr. Kushal Kharel](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#dr-kushal-kharel): Founder & Consultant Psychiatrist; MD Neuropsychiatry: KIST Medical College; MBBS: Jalalabad Medical College; CBT: Provides cognitive behavioural therapy; NMC No.: 27199 · Nepal Medical Council; Online: Online consultation and therapy
- [Dr. Sunita Lama](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#dr-sunita-lama): Consultant Psychiatrist; MD Neuropsychiatry: Gandaki Medical College; MBBS: Jalalabad Medical College; CBT: Certified in cognitive behavioural therapy; NMC No.: 26944 · Certified by the Nepal Medical Council; Online: Online consultation and therapy
- [Dr. Bhishma K.C.](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#dr-bhishma-kc): Psychiatrist; MD Neuropsychiatry: KIST Medical College; MBBS: Nepal Medical College; CBT: Provides cognitive behavioural therapy; NMC No.: 21985 · Nepal Medical Council; Online: Online consultation and therapy

## Services

- [Psychiatric Consultation & Medication Management](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-psychiatric-consultation): Comprehensive diagnosis, evaluation, and medical treatment planning by a certified psychiatrist.
- [Mental Health Counseling & Psychotherapy](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-counseling-psychotherapy): Individual counseling for emotional well-being, stress, life transitions, and personal growth.
- [Depression & Mood Disorder Treatment](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-depression-mood): Specialist care and therapeutic support for clinical depression, bipolar disorder, and mood swings.
- [Anxiety & Panic Attack Therapy](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-anxiety-panic): Professional care for generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, and phobias.
- [Stress & Burnout Counseling](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-stress-burnout): Counseling designed to help professionals and students manage stress, burnout, and mental fatigue.
- [OCD & Anxiety Care](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-ocd-anxiety): Structured behavioral counseling and clinical support for obsessive-compulsive disorder and related conditions.
- [Sleep & Insomnia Management](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-sleep-insomnia): Medical and therapeutic evaluation for chronic sleep problems, insomnia, and sleep disruption.
- [De-addiction & Substance Use Counseling](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-deaddiction-substance): Professional guidance, assessment, and supportive counseling for addiction and recovery.
- [Relationship & Couples Counseling](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-relationship-couples): Therapeutic support to resolve relationship conflict, improve communication, and restore emotional connection.
- [Child & Adolescent Psychiatry](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-child-adolescent-psychiatry): Specialized mental health assessment, behavioral guidance, and counseling for children and teens.
- [Telepsychiatry & Online Mental Health Care](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-telepsychiatry): Remote psychiatric consultation and online therapy sessions for patients across Nepal.
- [Mental Health & Psychiatry / मनोचिकित्सा तथा मानसिक स्वास्थ्य](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-mental-health-psychiatry): Assessment and treatment of mental health conditions by a psychiatrist, from first consultation to follow-up.
- [Depression & Anxiety Care / डिप्रेसन तथा चिन्ता रोग उपचार](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-depression-anxiety-care): Care for low mood, constant worry, panic attacks, overthinking, and everyday stress.
- [Sleep Disorders & Insomnia Management / अनिद्रा तथा निद्रा सम्बन्धी उपचार](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-sleep-disorders): Help for people who cannot fall asleep, wake often, or never feel rested.
- [OCD & Behavioral Therapy / ओसीडी तथा अनावश्यक विचार उपचार](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-ocd-behavioral-therapy): Treatment for obsessive thoughts and repeated checking, washing, or counting habits.
- [Child & Adolescent Mental Health / बाल तथा किशोर मानसिक स्वास्थ्य](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-child-adolescent-mental-health): Assessment and support for ADHD, autism, behaviour and attention concerns, and teenage mental health.
- [Addiction & De-addiction Counseling / लत तथा दुर्व्यसन उपचार](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-addiction-deaddiction): Non-judgemental help to cut down or quit alcohol, tobacco, and drugs, with family support where wanted.
- [Severe Mental Illness Care / गम्भीर मानसिक रोग उपचार](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-severe-mental-illness): Long-term, steady care for schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other serious conditions.
- [Memory & Geriatric Psychiatry / स्मरणशक्ति तथा जेष्ठ नागरिक मानसिक स्वास्थ्य](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-memory-geriatric): Evaluation of memory loss and mental health support for older adults and their families.
- [Online Consultation & Second Opinion / अनलाइन तथा दोस्रो राय परामर्श](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#svc-online-second-opinion): Video consultation with a psychiatrist, or a fresh look at a diagnosis or treatment you already have.

## Nepalis abroad

- [Online psychiatry and counselling for Nepalis abroad](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#abroad): private video sessions for Nepalis in Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, Australia, the UK, Europe, USA and Canada, with a time-zone finder.
- [Abroad FAQ](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#abroad-faq)

## Frequently asked questions

- [What is Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic and Psychiatry Counseling Center?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-what-is-kathmandu-mental-health-clinic)
- [How do I book an appointment?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-how-to-book-appointment)
- [Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-do-i-need-a-referral)
- [What happens at my first appointment?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-what-happens-first-visit)
- [Should I see a psychiatrist or a counsellor?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-psychiatrist-or-counsellor)
- [Who can come to the clinic?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-who-can-visit)
- [How much does a consultation cost?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-consultation-fee)
- [Is the clinic an emergency service?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-is-this-an-emergency-service)
- [Where is the clinic located in Kathmandu?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-where-is-the-clinic)
- [What are your opening hours?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-opening-hours)
- [How long are appointments?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-appointment-length)
- [Will my appointment feel rushed?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-appointment-not-rushed)
- [Do you accept insurance, or do I pay directly?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-insurance-or-out-of-pocket)
- [Is there a psychiatrist near me in Kathmandu?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-psychiatrist-near-me)
- [Is Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic a mental hospital?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-is-this-a-mental-hospital)
- [Which areas do you serve?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-areas-we-serve)
- [Can I get mental health care in Nepali?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-mental-health-in-nepali)
- [Who founded Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-who-founded-kathmandu-mental-health-clinic)
- [Who are the doctors at Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-who-are-the-doctors)
- [What are your doctors' Nepal Medical Council registration numbers?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-nmc-registration-numbers)
- [Who is the best psychiatrist in Kathmandu?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-best-psychiatrist-in-kathmandu)
- [Who is Dr. Kushal Kharel, and what is Dr. Kharel's background?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-dr-kushal-kharel-background)
- [Who is a good psychiatrist in Kathmandu for anxiety or depression?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-psychiatrist-for-anxiety-or-depression)
- [What is neuropsychiatry, and do your doctors have this training?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-what-is-neuropsychiatry)
- [What does a psychiatrist do in Nepal?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-what-does-a-psychiatrist-do)
- [Are your doctors psychiatrists or general physicians?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-psychiatrist-or-general-physician)
- [Can I ask to see a female or male doctor or counsellor?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-doctor-gender-preference)
- [Will the doctor explain my diagnosis and medicines clearly?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-doctor-explains-clearly)
- [Do you have a therapist or psychologist in Kathmandu?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-therapist-or-psychologist)
- [What mental health conditions do you treat?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-conditions-we-treat)
- [Will I have to take medicine?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-will-i-have-to-take-medicine)
- [Are psychiatric medicines addictive?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-are-psychiatric-medicines-addictive)
- [How long does treatment take?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-how-long-does-treatment-take)
- [How do I know if I have depression or just feel sad?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-depression-vs-sadness)
- [What are the signs of anxiety and panic attacks?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-signs-of-anxiety-panic)
- [When should I see a doctor for sleep problems?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-insomnia-when-to-see-doctor)
- [Do you treat children and teenagers?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-children-and-teenagers)
- [Can you help with alcohol, tobacco or drug addiction?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-addiction-help)
- [My parent is becoming forgetful. Can you help?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-memory-problems-elderly)
- [Do you treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-serious-mental-illness-care)
- [How can I help a family member who may have a mental health problem?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-how-to-help-family-member)
- [Do you offer psychotherapy and counselling?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-psychotherapy-and-counselling)
- [When should someone see a psychiatrist?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-when-to-see-a-psychiatrist)
- [Can mental illness be treated effectively?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-can-mental-illness-be-treated)
- [Are psychiatric medicines safe?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-are-psychiatric-medicines-safe)
- [Do psychiatric medicines have a lot of side effects?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-medicine-side-effects)
- [Will I have to take medicine for life if I start psychiatric medicines?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-lifelong-medication)
- [Do you assess and treat adult ADHD?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-adult-adhd)
- [Can anxiety cause tingling legs, a racing heart, dry mouth and frequent urination?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-anxiety-physical-symptoms)
- [Which medicine is used for anxiety?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-anxiety-medicine)
- [How is OCD treated?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-ocd-treatment)
- [What is the treatment for insomnia?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-insomnia-treatment)
- [When should I take my child to a psychologist or psychiatrist?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-when-to-see-child-psychologist)
- [Do you offer online psychiatric consultation within Nepal?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-online-consultation-in-nepal)
- [Can I get a prescription after an online consultation?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-online-prescriptions)
- [When should I come in person instead of consulting online?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-online-or-in-person)
- [Is what I tell the doctor kept private?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-is-my-information-confidential)
- [I am worried about what people will say. What should I do?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-what-will-people-say)
- [Can my family join the session?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-can-family-join)
- [Will seeing a psychiatrist affect my job, studies or visa?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-visit-affect-job-or-visa)
- [Is the clinic a safe, judgement-free place to talk about difficult things?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-judgement-free-space)
- [What should I bring to my first visit?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-what-to-bring)
- [Can I have follow-up visits online?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-follow-up-visits)
- [Can I get a second opinion on my diagnosis or treatment?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-second-opinion)
- [Should I stop or change my current medicine before the first visit?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-stop-medicine-before-first-visit)
- [Can I consult a psychiatrist in Kathmandu online from another country?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-online-consultation-from-abroad)
- [Which countries do you see patients from?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-which-countries)
- [How does an online session work?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-how-online-session-works)
- [What do I need for a video consultation?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-what-do-i-need-online)
- [How do we find a time that works across time zones?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-time-zone-booking)
- [Can you prescribe medicine if I live abroad?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-prescribing-medicine-abroad)
- [I work long shifts in the Gulf or Malaysia. Can I still get help?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-gulf-shift-workers)
- [Is online therapy as effective as meeting in person?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-is-online-therapy-effective)
- [How do I pay from abroad?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-payment-from-abroad)
- [Are online sessions private?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-privacy-online-sessions)
- [Can my family in Nepal or my partner join the session?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-family-in-nepal-can-join)
- [My family in Nepal is worried about me. Can they book for me?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-family-can-book-for-me)
- [I feel very low and alone abroad. What should I do right now?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-feeling-very-low-abroad)
- [Is homesickness a mental health problem?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-homesickness-normal)
- [I am a student abroad. Can you help with exam stress and loneliness?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-students-abroad)
- [I grew up abroad and speak limited Nepali. Can I still come?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-second-generation-english)
- [I am visiting Nepal soon. Can I see a doctor in person?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-visiting-nepal)
- [Can I get a summary of my assessment for my local doctor or employer?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-medical-summary-letter)
- [What if my internet connection drops during the session?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-internet-drops)
- [Will I be able to speak in Nepali about my feelings?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/#faq-no-language-barrier)

## Guides

- [How to Choose the Best Psychiatrist in Kathmandu](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/best-psychiatrist-in-kathmandu/): Searching for the best psychiatrist in Kathmandu or Nepal? Use this checklist: NMC registration, training, approach, language, fees and follow-up.
- [Psychiatrist Near Me in Kathmandu: Locations, Online Options and What to Expect](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/psychiatrist-near-me-kathmandu/): Find a psychiatrist near you in Kathmandu: clinic locations at People's Plaza and Kalanki, online consultation across Nepal, what to bring and what to expect.
- [Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Therapist or Counsellor: Who Should You See in Nepal?](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/psychiatrist-vs-psychologist-vs-therapist-nepal/): Not sure whether to see a psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist or counsellor in Kathmandu? Learn the differences, what each treats and how to choose.
- [Mental Hospital or Psychiatric Clinic in Kathmandu? Choosing the Right Level of Care](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/mental-hospital-or-clinic-kathmandu/): Mental hospital or clinic in Kathmandu? Learn when an outpatient psychiatrist is enough, when hospital care is needed and what to do in an emergency.
- [Anxiety Symptoms in the Body: Tingling Legs, Racing Heart, Dry Mouth and Frequent Urination](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/anxiety-symptoms-tingling-palpitations/): Why anxiety causes tingling legs, a pounding heart, dry mouth and frequent urination, how to tell it from other illnesses and when to see a psychiatrist.
- [Anxiety Treatment in Nepal: Therapy, Medicines and What Actually Helps](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/anxiety-treatment-and-medicine-nepal/): Anxiety treatment and medicine in Nepal: CBT, common medicine types, how long they take, sedative risks and when to see an anxiety doctor in Kathmandu.
- [Adult ADHD in Nepal: Signs, Assessment and Treatment](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/adult-adhd-nepal/): Adult ADHD in Nepal: common signs, how psychiatrists assess it, treatment options and coping strategies. Learn when to see an ADHD specialist in Kathmandu.
- [OCD Treatment in Kathmandu: Symptoms, Therapy and Medicine](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/ocd-treatment-kathmandu/): OCD signs (washing, checking, intrusive thoughts), how OCD is treated with ERP therapy and medicine, and how to find an OCD specialist in Kathmandu.
- [When to See a Child Psychologist or Child Psychiatrist in Kathmandu](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/child-psychologist-kathmandu/): Signs your child or teenager may need help, the difference between a child psychologist and psychiatrist, and what a first visit involves in Kathmandu.
- [Mental Health in Nepal: Common Conditions, Stigma and Where to Get Help](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/mental-health-in-nepal-guide/): A plain guide to mental health in Nepal: common conditions, stigma and "what will people say", where to get help in Kathmandu and online, and helplines.
- [मानसिक स्वास्थ्य: लक्षण, कारण र उपचार](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/mansik-swasthya-lakshan-upchar/): मानसिक स्वास्थ्य भनेको के हो? डिप्रेसन, चिन्ता, ओसीडी र अनिद्राका लक्षण, कारण, उपचार र काठमाडौँमा मनोचिकित्सकसँग कहिले परामर्श गर्ने भन्ने जानकारी।
- [Can't Sleep? Insomnia Treatment and When to See a Sleep Doctor in Kathmandu](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/blog/insomnia-treatment-kathmandu/): Insomnia causes, self-help steps that work, CBT for insomnia, the risks of sleeping pills and when to see a psychiatrist or sleep specialist in Kathmandu.

## Full text

- [llms-full.txt](https://kathmandumentalhealth.com.np/llms-full.txt): all services and FAQ answers in plain text