MEET YOUR PSYCHIATRIST
Dr. Samarth S. Shetty
Consultant Psychiatrist, MD Psychiatry – NIMHANS | Co-Founder, Aralya Active Living
Dr. Shetty believes that every individual deserves personalised, holistic care. His treatment philosophy combines scientific evidence, compassionate listening, and collaborative decision-making to develop treatment plans tailored to each person’s unique needs. At Aralya, he integrates psychiatric care with psychology, lifestyle interventions, physical activity, cognitive health, and family support to promote sustained recovery and improved quality of life.
ABOUT Dr. Samarth
Empowering Minds. Enriching Lives.
Dr. Samarth S. Shetty is a Consultant Psychiatrist dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare with a focus on helping individuals lead active, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. As the Co-Founder of Aralya Active Living, he is committed to creating a centre where mental health care extends beyond symptom management to promote overall well-being, resilience, and functional recovery.
He completed his MBBS from Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences and earned his MD in Psychiatry from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru. He currently serves as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru, while leading the clinical vision and growth of Aralya Active Living.
Qualifications & Experience
MBBS, MD Psychiatry
10+ Years of Clinical Experience
Child and Adolescent Mental Health
specialist in Lifestyle Psychiatry
Expert in Mental Wellness
Leadership & Vision
“True mental healthcare is not just about treating illness—it is about helping people rediscover purpose, resilience, and the confidence to live life to its fullest.”
We listen. We understand. We care
Throughout his training and professional journey, Dr. Shetty has held several leadership positions and contributed to national academic conferences and professional organisations. These experiences have strengthened his commitment to advancing high-quality, accessible mental healthcare and fostering collaborative clinical practice.
At Aralya Active Living, his vision is to build a centre that seamlessly integrates psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, rehabilitation, and active living to help individuals not only recover from mental illness but also thrive in their personal and professional lives.