Years Experience
Patients Treated
Articles Published
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Doctor of Medicine in Psychiatry
Diplomate of National Board in (Psychiatry)
Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
Clinical Experience
Dr. Shree Aarthi specializes in dual-diagnosis, treating the complex intersection of addiction and disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolarity.
Her approach integrates evidence-based pharmacology with a deep focus on the patient’s psychological landscape.
Guided by the belief that “healing is the restoration of dignity and purpose,” she provides every individual at Abhasa a customized, research-backed pathway to recovery.
By bridging medical rigor with a nurturing environment, she ensures a holistic transition from crisis to long-term wellness.
compassionate, patient-centered treatment planning. Her methodology is grounded in evidence-based medicine, utilizing her award-winning research into medication safety and standard-of-care protocols to guide every intervention.
She specializes in developing nuanced treatment strategies that address complex underlying psychiatric conditions while directly supporting recovery goals. By prioritizing personalized care, she ensures that clinical excellence is always paired with profound empathy.
Her goal is to restore the dignity and purpose of every individual through precise, data-driven, and highly individualized psychiatric oversight.
DNB (Diplomate of National Board) in Psychiatry
National board of Examination, Delhi
National Board of Examinations, Delhi Specialized higher training focused on advanced psychopathology, psychopharmacology, and the clinical management of complex mental health and substance use disorders.
MD (Doctor of Medicine) in Psychiatry
The Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University
An intensive postgraduate specialization covering therapeutic interventions, neurobiology, and clinical psychiatric research.
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
The Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University
Comprehensive medical foundation including core clinical rotations, internship training, and fundamental medical sciences.
Tamil Nadu
As a cornerstone of the clinical team at Abhasa, Dr. Shree Aarthi leads the psychiatric management of residents with a specialized focus on Dual Diagnosis.
She oversees the complex intersection of substance use disorders and mental health conditions, designing personalized, research-backed recovery pathways.
Her role involves integrating advanced pharmacological treatments with holistic rehabilitation strategies to ensure long-term emotional and psychological stability for every individual in our care.
Managed acute psychiatric cases and supervised medical students in history taking, mental state examinations, and risk assessments.
Provided clinical leadership in a dedicated mental health and research institute, focusing on diverse psychiatric presentations.
Built a rigorous clinical foundation in general and emergency psychiatry during her residency.
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Primary author for this case report in the Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine regarding neuropsychiatric sequelae.
Lead investigator for this cross-sectional study on cutaneous lesions published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatry.
Author of this case-control study on psychiatric morbidities published in The International Journal of Indian Psychology.
Primary author establishing treatment standards for Bipolar Disorder in The International Journal of Indian Psychology.
Lead researcher for this clinical audit published in The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University e-journal.
Dr. Kumar's research contributions and peer-reviewed publications will be listed here.
Phenomenology of delirium in patients with Chronic Decompensated Liver Disease- A prospective Cohort study.
Lithium Knowledge among patients with Bipolar Disorder- A structured Assessment, a cross-sectional study
A study on monitoring physical parameters in children receiving Methylphenidate for the management of attention deficit hyperactive disorder.
A study on ‘Standards of lithium Treatment Monitoring in a teaching Hospital in South India among Bipolar Disorder’.
A study on ‘Survery on physical fitness, mental health, socio-demographic and academic status of transgender population’.
On ‘Pre-marital counselling’ to student of college students, Coimbatore.
On ‘Mental Health and happy life’ to prisoners of Central prison, Coimbatore on Mental Health day.
On ‘Marital problems and Divorce’ in FM Rainbow.
CME on Psychotherapy - Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Symposium On Delirium, PSGIMSR, Coimbatore on September 2013.
29th ANNUAL CONFERENCE, TANPSYCON 2014, Tiruchirappalli.
Exploring New Frontiers In Mental Health, IPSOCON 2014, Bangalore
Dr. Kumar regularly provides expert commentary on addiction-related topics for healthcare publications and media outlets.
Anonymized case studies demonstrating Dr. Kumar’s approach to complex addiction cases. All identifying information has been removed to protect patient privacy.
Dual Diagnosis: Depression & Alcohol Use
A 45-year-old professional with comorbid major depressive disorder and severe alcohol use disorder achieved sustained recovery through integrated psychiatric treatment and evidence-based addiction therapy.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Dual Diagnosis: Depression & Alcohol Use
A 45-year-old professional with comorbid major depressive disorder and severe alcohol use disorder achieved sustained recovery through integrated psychiatric treatment and evidence-based addiction therapy.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Complex Polydrug Dependence
A young adult with multiple substance dependencies including opioids and benzodiazepines successfully completed medically supervised detoxification and rehabilitation under Dr. Kumar’s care.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Complex Polydrug Dependence
A young adult with multiple substance dependencies including opioids and benzodiazepines successfully completed medically supervised detoxification and rehabilitation under Dr. Kumar’s care.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Complex Polydrug Dependence
A young adult with multiple substance dependencies including opioids and benzodiazepines successfully completed medically supervised detoxification and rehabilitation under Dr. Kumar’s care.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Complex Polydrug Dependence
A young adult with multiple substance dependencies including opioids and benzodiazepines successfully completed medically supervised detoxification and rehabilitation under Dr. Kumar’s care.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Dual Diagnosis: Depression & Alcohol Use
A 45-year-old professional with comorbid major depressive disorder and severe alcohol use disorder achieved sustained recovery through integrated psychiatric treatment and evidence-based addiction therapy.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Dual Diagnosis: Depression & Alcohol Use
A 45-year-old professional with comorbid major depressive disorder and severe alcohol use disorder achieved sustained recovery through integrated psychiatric treatment and evidence-based addiction therapy.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Complex Polydrug Dependence
A young adult with multiple substance dependencies including opioids and benzodiazepines successfully completed medically supervised detoxification and rehabilitation under Dr. Kumar’s care.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
Complex Polydrug Dependence
An integrated treatment approach involving family therapy alongside individual psychiatric care helped a patient with alcohol dependence rebuild family relationships while achieving sobriety.
All details anonymized. Published with patient consent.
“Dr. Kumar’s expertise and compassionate approach made all the difference in my brother’s recovery. He took the time to explain everything and involved our family throughout the treatment process.”
Patient's Sibling, Coimbatore
“Dr. Kumar’s expertise and compassionate approach made all the difference in my brother’s recovery. He took the time to explain everything and involved our family throughout the treatment process.”
Patient's Sibling, Coimbatore
“Dr. Kumar’s expertise and compassionate approach made all the difference in my brother’s recovery. He took the time to explain everything and involved our family throughout the treatment process.”
Patient's Sibling, Coimbatore
Years of Clinical Practice
Patients Treated
Articles Published
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Consulting Psychiatrist at Abhasa Rehab and Wellness
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Dr. Shree Aarthi is committed to providing unbiased, evidence-based medical information and treatment recommendations. All clinical content authored or reviewed by Dr. Shree Aarthi is developed independently of any commercial interests.
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Abhasa Rehabilitation Centre is a leading addiction treatment facility in India, committed to providing evidence-based, compassionate care for individuals struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
With facilities in Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) and Karjat (Maharashtra), Abhasa offers comprehensive residential treatment programs designed to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction recovery.
Licensed rehabilitation centre with all required certifications
63+ dedicated professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, and counselors
Purpose-built facilities designed for healing and recovery
Evidence-based treatment protocols with measurable results
Comprehensive family therapy and education programs
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