Our Team
Dr. Balan Vijay Kumar
MBBS, DPM, MD(Psychiatry)
SPECIALIST ‘A’ PSYCHIATRIST
(MOH: D21205)
Dr. Balan Vijay Kumar completed his MBBS from Goa Medical College, Goa in 1985, and MD (Psychiatry) from Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi in 1991.
Subsequently he worked as Senior Resident at NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, India), Lecturer at Christian Medical College, Vellore; and as Assistant Professor at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India. He has been working in the UAE since 1998.
His areas of interest include Psychopharmacology and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Malayalam & Tamil
Dr. Elizabeth Kurian
MBBS, MD(Psychiatry)
SPECIALIST ‘A’ PSYCHIATRIST
(MOH: D17910)
Dr. Elizabeth Kurian earned her MBBS from Government Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala, in 2004, followed by an MD in Psychiatry from St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore, in 2009.
She has served as an Assistant Professor at Pushpagiri Medical College, Kerala, where she played a key role in training and mentoring both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Actively involved in public health initiatives, she has participated in numerous awareness programs aimed at mental health education and advocacy.
With over 12 years of experience in the UAE, Dr. Kurian specializes in adult psychiatry as well as child and adolescent psychiatry, bringing compassionate and evidence-based care to her patients.
Languages Spoken: English, Malayalam, Hindi & Tamil
Dr. Thenral Munusamy
MBBS, MD(Psychiatry),
MRCPsych(UK)
SPECIALIST ‘A’ PSYCHIATRIST
(MOH: D71184)
Dr. Thenral Munusamy completed her MBBS from Thanjavur Medical College, Tamil Nadu in 2004. She completed her MD (Psychiatry) from Stanley Medical College, Chennai in 2009. She is also a member of The Royal College of Psychiatry UK (MRCPsych (UK)) since 2022.
After her postgraduate training, she had worked as Assistant, and later as Associate Professor, at Shri Sathya Sai Medical College, Tamil Nadu. She has been practicing in the UAE since 2021.
Her areas of interest include General Adult Psychiatry, Women and Adolescent Mental Health, and Mental Health Awareness.
Languages Spoken: English, Tamil & Hindi
Dr. Jeena Fiji
MBBS, DPM, MRCPsych(UK)
GP(PSYCHIATRY)
(MOH: D18737)
Dr. Jeena Fiji did her MBBS from Terna Medical College, Mumbai in 2000, and Diploma in Psychiatry from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital and Medical College (Sion Hospital), Mumbai in 2003. She is also a memeber of the Royal College of Psychiatry, UK (MRCPsych (UK)) since 2025.
She has been practicing in the UAE since 2011.
Her areas of interest include Adult Psychiatry, Stress Management as well as Learning and Behaviour Issues in Children.
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi & Malayalam
Dr. Nimitha Jayan
MBBS, MD(Psychiatry), DNB(Psychiatry), DM(Geriatric Psychiatry), Fellowship(Psychosexual Medicine), Postgraduate Diploma(Geriatric Medicine)
SPECIALIST PSYCHIATRIST
(MOH: D80125)
Dr. Nimitha Jayan is a highly skilled psychiatrist with extensive training and experience in diagnosing and managing a broad spectrum of psychiatric disorders. Although she holds a super-specialty qualification in Geriatric Psychiatry, her expertise spans all age groups—from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly—enabling her to address a diverse range of mental health challenges.
Dr. Nimitha earned her MBBS from Amala Medical College, Thrissur, Kerala in 2012, and went on to complete her MD at MES Medical College, Malappuram, Kerala in 2018. She further advanced her credentials by obtaining a DNB in Psychiatry from NBEMS, New Delhi in 2020. In 2021, she completed her super-specialty training in Geriatric Psychiatry at King George Medical University, Lucknow.
In addition to her core qualifications, Dr. Nimitha has pursued further specialization by completing a Fellowship in Psychosexual Medicine from JSS Medical College, Mysore, and earning a Diploma in Geriatric Medicine from CMC, Vellore. Her comprehensive residency training in both General and Geriatric Psychiatry at renowned institutions across India underscores her deep commitment to mental healthcare.
Following her rigorous training, Dr. Nimitha served as an Assistant Professor in Geriatric Mental Health at King George Medical University. Since 2023, she has been practicing in the UAE, where she continues to expand her clinical expertise.
Her clinical interests include adult, adolescent, and geriatric psychiatry, along with psychosexual disorders. Dr. Nimitha is also actively involved in research on Integrative Mental Health. She is particularly passionate about enhancing her patients’ quality of life by developing personalized treatment plans that seamlessly integrate traditional approaches with modern psychiatric practices.
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Malayalam and Tamil
Dr Sakshi Rai
M.A., M.Phil.(Clinical Psychology), Ph.D.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
(MOH: T76202)
Dr. Sakshi Rai holds a distinguished academic and professional background in Clinical Psychology. She earned her MA in Psychology from Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in 2008 and went on to complete her M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology at the Central Institute of Psychiatry (CIP), Ranchi, from 2009 to 2011. She obtained her Ph.D. in Psychology in 2019 from Ranchi University, with a thesis titled “Digital Social Stories in Improving Problem Behaviour in Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorder.” Dr. Rai was awarded the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) by the University Grant Commission (UGC) in 2008.
Professionally, Dr. Rai served as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology at the Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi, from 2013 to 2019. She then joined the Department of Psychiatry at Christian Medical College, Vellore, where she worked as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology from 2019 to 2024.
Dr. Rai is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). She is also a Professional Life Member of the Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (PLM 759/11/21) and a Life Member of the Indian Association of Child and Adolescent Mental Health (LM/R-022).
Throughout her career, Dr. Rai has supervised over 20 academic research projects and has more than 10 publications in indexed journals. Her areas of interest include various psychotherapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Existential and Person-Centred approaches, and Integrative frameworks in psychotherapy.
She is particularly skilled in clinical evaluations and personality assessments, with extensive expertise in managing OCD, anxiety disorders, personality and mood disorders, ADHD, autism, intellectual disabilities, and learning disabilities.
Additionally, she has a keen interest in addressing marital and relational conflicts.
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English, Malayalam & Bangla
Lakshmi Vipin Krishnan
M.Sc.(Clinical Psychology)
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
(MOH: T46611)
Lakshmi Vipin Krishnan completed her BA (Psychology) from Christ College, Bangalore in 2005, and MSc (Clinical Psychology) from Montfort College, Bangalore in 2007. Since then, she has worked with various NGO’s, Special Needs Centres, Schools and Clinics in India and the UAE.
Her clinical expertise includes various Psychotherapies (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy) and Psychological Assessments.
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada & Malayalam
Reeham Mohammed Salim
B.Sc., M.Sc.(Audiology and Speech Language Pathology)
SPEECH THERAPIST
(MOH: T76284)
Reeham Mohammed Salim earned her Bachelor’s (B.Sc.) degree from 2015 to 2019 and her Master’s (M.Sc.) degree from 2019 to 2021 in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology at Dr. MV Shetty College of Speech and Hearing, Mangalore, Karnataka. She is licensed by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
Upon graduation, she completed internships at Narayana Hrudayalaya, Bangalore, and First Neuro Hospital Autism Centre, Mangalore. These institutions specialize in speech and language therapy for various paediatric cases, including Autism, Down’s Syndrome, Speech Language Delay, Stuttering, and Swallowing disorders.
Reeham subsequently worked at Oreva Rehabilitation Solutions in Bangalore, where she managed a diverse range of paediatric and adult cases. Her areas of interest include therapy for Autism, Aphasia, Dysarthria, and Stuttering.
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi & Malayalam
Hima Jayakaran
B.OT.(Bachelor of Occupational Therapy)
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
(MOH: T78271)
With over eighteen years of experience in Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Hima has worked with children across varied settings. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from SRM College of Occupational Therapy (1999-2003), and over the years, she has developed a deep expertise in working with children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and other developmental disabilities.
Hima is highly skilled in providing tailored, evidence-based therapies that focus on improving sensory integration, motor development, and self-care skills. Throughout her career, she has built a strong track record, consistently achieving positive outcomes and receiving high parent satisfaction for the effective results she delivers.
In addition to her extensive hands-on experience, Hima is certified in Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) – Level 1, Sensory Integration – Levels 1 & 2, and Handwriting Without Tears (HWT). These specialized certifications enable her to offer targeted interventions, ensuring a comprehensive approach to address the diverse needs of children facing a range of developmental challenges.
Hima’s approach is grounded in the belief that every child has the potential to succeed with the right support. Her passion lies in empowering children to reach their full potential, providing them with an environment where they can thrive, learn, and achieve their personal goals. With a focus on individualized care, Hima ensures that each treatment plan is tailored to meet the unique needs of the child, helping to foster independence and confidence.
Deeply committed to each child’s growth, Hima is a strong advocate for involving and empowering both children and parents in the therapeutic process.
Languages Spoken: English, Tamil, Hindi & Malayalam