About Dr. Rahul Rai
Dr. Rahul Rai Kakkar is a highly experienced psychiatrist with 16 years of clinical expertise, including 10+ years of specialized psychiatric practice. As Clinical Director & Senior Psychiatrist at Athena Behavioral Health Group and Director of COPE Psychiatry Clinic in Gurgaon, Dr. Rai specializes in comprehensive mental health treatment including depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, de-addiction services, and sexual medicine. With a 99% patient satisfaction rating (171+ verified reviews), he is renowned for his evidence-based psychiatric care combining medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
Dr. Rai's compassionate, personalized approach addresses both adult and child psychiatry, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, sleep disorders, and family counseling. His expertise extends to prison mental health, geriatric psychiatry, and relapse prevention strategies.
Qualifications & clinical training
Conditions & treatments by Dr. Rahul Rai
Dr. Rahul's treatment philosophy
If you are searching for a psychiatrist in Delhi for anxiety disorders or depression treatment, Dr. Rahul Rai offers confidential, structured, and personalized treatment plans at Athena Behavioral Health.
In-depth evaluation of the patient's history, symptoms and co-occurring conditions before any treatment begins.
A tailored care plan is built around the patient's specific diagnosis, lifestyle and goals.
Individual sessions using CBT / MI / DBT, combined with medication where clinically indicated.
Structured follow-up, family involvement and relapse prevention to protect recovery beyond the clinical setting.
What patients say about Dr. Rahul Rai
"The doctor explained everything clearly and my visit was very good with no issues regarding staff or wait time. I would definitely recommend this doctor and rate my experience as five out of five."
"The experience was quite good. He explained the issue clearly and proposed an action plan. The interaction was productive, and I am trusting his guidance even though it’s early to see results."
"I had a good experience with Dr. Rahul Rai Kakkar. The doctor explained everything properly, and I would recommend him to others."
Frequently Asked Questions
10+ years as a doctor, 1+ years as a psychiatrist and good exposure in rural health setting
wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorders, addiction, psychosexual disorders, neuropsychiatric disorders, Child and adolescent Psychiatric issues and Geriatric psychiatric issues
Yes. Detailed assessment of the reasons of relapse, response to previous treatments and plan an approach which is best suited for the patient.
Patient confidentiality is completely taken care of.
Currently practicing at Athena Behavioural Health, Noida. Appointment can be booked through Athena Behavioural Health's website or by contacting the care continuum team.
Yes. Especially for follow up meetings with patients and his/her family.
Yes, family is an integral part of the patient's life and knowledge, attitude & practice of the family members is crucial in appropriate management.
Planning and execution of a treatment plan for recovery while respecting the patient's autonomy as far as possible.
