About MCWC
Mind Care and Wellness Centre is grounded on the simple philosophy of respect and honour; respecting individuality and honouring diversity, and oriented towards the general physical and mental well-being of the student community at IISER Kolkata, and also the larger body of staff, faculty members and their families. Skilled psychotherapists, Clinical Psychologists and Counsellors who believe in the strength and resourcefulness of our students, and are dedicated to helping them find resolution for their life difficulties. The focus of therapy is to help our students move forward in life and living by awakening and bringing forth their inner resources for growth, learning and renewed confidence.
Handbook of Mind Care Wellness Centre - https://www.iiserkol.ac.in/~mcwc/docs/MCWC_2019.pdf
Handbook of Mind Care and Wellness Centre
Details are available at the official website: MCWC Official Website
Psychiatrist Consultation
The Institute has a visiting psychiatrist who is available for consultation at the Medical Unit.
Every Wednesday and Saturday5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
YourDOST (Online Support)
IISER Kolkata has signed an MoU with YourDOST, an online chat-based counselling and emotional wellness platform.
It provides a convenient, anonymous, and confidential way for students and the campus community to access emotional support from professional experts.
Counselling Section
You can directly reach out to the counseling team for appointments and support:
Prof. Anuradha Bhatt (Dean, Wellness and Welfare and Chair, MCWC)
Dr. Pratanu Saha (Psychiatrist)
Mr. Anirban Gupta (Male Counselor)
anirbangupta220791@iiserkol.ac.in
Ms. Muskan Hossain (Female Counselor)
Reach Out for Help
Feel free to reach out to your batchmates, senior students, SAC representatives, faculty members, instructors, or the Students’ Affairs Section whenever you need help or guidance. You may also directly approach the Counsellors or the visiting Psychiatrist whenever required. You are never alone!