Dr. Aninda Sidhana
Bridging the critical gap between the psychiatric clinic, international public health policy, and the lived realities of trauma survivors.
Synthesizing over 15 years of tertiary clinical psychiatry, advanced psychosexual medicine, and lived survivor wisdom into actionable architectures for human healing and institutional safeguarding.
Medical Rigor & Specialized Expertise
Dr. Aninda Sidhana, MD, is a psychiatrist and psychosexual medicine specialist whose career is defined by rigorous academic pursuit and compassionate clinical application. Her foundational medical training was established through an intensive residency at the Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS) in Delhi, widely regarded as India’s apex neuropsychiatric center.
Recognizing the profound, often unspoken intersection of psychological trauma and sexual health, she subsequently completed a specialized Fellowship in Psychosexual Medicine at the JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research in Mysuru, training under the esteemed mentorship of Dr. TSS Rao.
A consulting specialist at the Tekchand Sidana Memorial Hospital in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, Dr. Sidhana seamlessly integrates complex psychopharmacology, cognitive behavioral therapy, and somatic grounding techniques into her daily clinical practice. Her academic rigor is further demonstrated by her appointment as Assistant Editor for the Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine (IJPM), where she contributes to the editorial integrity and advancement of psychiatric research.
Core Credentials Snapshot
M.B.B.S. (2009) — D Y Patil Medical College
M.D. Psychiatry (2010–2013) — MGMCRI
IHBAS Neuropsychiatry Referral Center, Delhi
Fellowship in Psychosexual Medicine — JSS Mysuru
Assistant Editor — Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine (IJPM)
From Survivor to System Builder
Dr. Sidhana’s clinical frameworks are deeply informed by her own profound personal resilience. Having navigated the harrowing realities of systemic domestic violence, coercive control, and the severe medical and emotional trauma associated with multiple IVF cycles and miscarriages, she intimately understands that standard textbook definitions of trauma often fail to capture the systemic isolation victims endure.
Through intensive therapy, relentless self-advocacy, and transformative solo travel—including a pivotal journey across Iceland that helped her reclaim her autonomy—she rebuilt her life and discovered a higher purpose.
"Transparency serves a critical public health function: breaking the pervasive silence that traps millions. Trauma can be transformed into structural, life-saving architecture for others."
Recipient of the 2024 IPS Women Resilience Award & UN Rex Karmaveer ChakraAcademic & Clinical Chronology
Career Journey & Milestones
Medical Graduation (M.B.B.S.)
D Y Patil Medical College (DY Patil University) · Navi Mumbai / Pune, India
Graduated with Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), establishing comprehensive clinical grounding in medical science, patient diagnostics, and holistic care.
Postgraduate Specialization (M.D. Psychiatry)
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute · Puducherry / India
Completed advanced postgraduate Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) residency in Psychiatry, conducting empirical studies on psychosexual health, psychiatric epidemiology, and biopsychosocial medicine.
Senior Neuropsychiatry Residency
Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS) · New Delhi, India
Served as Senior Resident at India's apex tertiary neuropsychiatry center. Focused on emergency psychiatric triage, severe chronic psychopathology, de-addiction, and community mental health.
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry
Santosh Medical College and Hospital · Ghaziabad, NCR, India
Appointed Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, lecturing undergraduate and postgraduate medical trainees while spearheading clinical research and institutional mental health initiatives.
Consultant Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist
Yashoda Super Speciality Hospital & Tekchand Sidana Memorial Hospital · Ghaziabad & Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan
Active clinical consultant specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG), adolescent coaching, marital therapy, and female psychosexual medicine.
IPS Women Resilience Award & Josh Talks Feature
Indian Psychiatric Society & Josh Talks · New Delhi & Global
Honored with the IPS Women Resilience Award in New Delhi. Delivered widely celebrated viral talk "Overcoming the Unspoken: Redefining Resilience" on Josh Talks.
UN NGL Fellowship & MyndStories Essay
International SDG Centre (iSDRC) / UN & MyndStories · Geneva / Global
Selected as Next Generation Leadership Fellow (advancing to Impact Phase in 2026). Authored landmark essay "Rising from the ashes: A journey of resilience" for MyndStories.
Appointed National President of WICCI Council
Women's Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (WICCI) · National, India
Appointed National President of the WICCI National Women's Mental Health & Psychosocial Wellness Council, leading nationwide policy drafting, corporate burnout reform, and survivor care.
Executive Leadership in IPS (North Zone) & IAPP
Indian Psychiatric Society & Indian Association of Private Psychiatry · North Zone, India
Elected Honorary Assistant General Secretary of IPS (North Zone) and appointed Convener of the Sexual Medicine Committee for the Indian Association of Private Psychiatry (IAPP).
Global Tech Validation — DHF Melbourne Accelerator
Digital Health Future (DHF) Melbourne · Melbourne, Australia
BAYA E Ai platform selected for the prestigious Digital Health Future (DHF) Melbourne program, an elite global accelerator scaling empathetic AI-driven mental health technologies.
Tekchand Sidana Memorial Hospital
Rooted in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, Dr. Sidhana carries forward the legacy of Dr. Roop Chand Sidana — an apex figure whose 43 years in psychiatric medicine were recognized by the prestigious Dr. N.N. Wig Oration Award.
She works in close clinical alignment with Dr. Itee Sidana, who leads youth mental health initiatives within the WICCI national council.
Peer & Global Honors
Awards & Institutional Distinctions
Rex Karmaveer Chakra Bronze Medal
Systemic mental healthcare reform and global humanitarian design
Awarded by the International Confederation of NGOs (iCONGO) in partnership with the United Nations for structural contributions to psychosocial wellness and survivor-centric health policies.
IPS Women Resilience Award
Outstanding resilience and clinical leadership in healthcare
National recognition by India's apex psychiatric body for transformative clinical practice, courage in breaking societal taboos, and advocacy for survivors.
SIG Lab: AI-Augmented Collective Intelligence Fellow
AI, Diplomacy & Women's Global Peace
Selected as 1 of 24 global participants for the prestigious SIG Lab addressing "No Peace Without Women" with WomenTech Network, G100, and World Citizen Artists.
Professional Distinction Honor
Creative cross-industry innovation connecting media, film, and clinical psychiatry
Honored for pioneering the intersection of cinema and psychiatry through The Great Unburdening and Voices of Dignity campaigns.
Medical Innovation Recognition
Strategic medical innovation and advanced public healthcare leadership
Awarded for proprietary clinical IP frameworks including the Sidhana-Pattojoshi Protocol and BAYA E Ai digital health tracking architecture.
Unstoppable Beautiful Soul Award
Global social impact and trauma-informed public safety advocacy
International honor celebrating women leaders driving transformative change across health, equity, and human dignity.
News18 Sriganganagar Icon of Rajasthan Award
Excellence in regional healthcare delivery and community impact
State honor celebrating regional clinical leadership, community de-stigmatization campaigns, and mental health accessibility in Rajasthan.
Woman of Substance Award
Grassroots community empowerment and women's psychosocial advocacy
Conferred in recognition of sustained dedication to women's psychological safety, domestic abuse support, and mental health awareness.
Next Generation Leadership (NGL) Fellowship
UN SDG 5 & Global Mental Health Leadership
Selected as a global leadership fellow; advanced to the Impact Phase in mid-2026 advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Moments & Event Memories
Award ceremonies, United Nations delegations, WICCI conventions, and clinical symposiums.
Colleague & Leadership Praise
Reflections from senior psychiatric mentors, United Nations dignitaries, and healthcare collaborators.
It is a privilege and matter of great pride to recommend Dr. Aninda Sidhana — a psychiatrist, psychosexual medicine specialist, and a fierce advocate for mental health awareness, gender equality, and survivor rights.
Dr. Roop Sidana
Psychiatrist & Clinical Director · 40+ Years in Psychiatry
Congratulations for a fighter, determined to fight violence & protect human rights of all, especially women. Three cheers!
Dr. Harish Shetty
Psychiatrist, Dr L. H. Hiranandani Hospital · Mentor
Dr. Aninda Sidhana is not only an excellent psychiatrist but also a genuinely compassionate human being. Her commitment to social causes and digital innovation sets her apart in modern mental health.
Dr. Sidhesh Phaldessai
Private Psychiatrist & Tech Innovator · MBBS, MD, MRCPsych, FRANZCP
For production houses and policy councils seeking authentic, research-backed depictions of trauma, resilience, and human dignity, Dr. Sidhana's voice is irrefutable. She scripts a Bharat that heals as it entertains.
Asif Kabani
Sr. Fellow, UN · Executive Director, SDG Center, Geneva
She brings a rare combination of clinical excellence, cultural sensitivity, and deep empathy — a true global advocate for compassionate care and trauma recovery.
First Lady Swinton
First Lady, Hunnic Matinecock Tribal Nation · Host, CrownCast