Created by Psychiatrists.Built for Lasting Healing.
Aralya Active Living was established by practising psychiatrists who recognized that true emotional recovery requires bridging medical science with daily routine, movement, and genuine community.
“What if the prescription wasn't a pill, but a place?”
When days quietly shrink to four walls, medication alone is not enough. We built a sanctuary where human connection, movement, and dignity form the heartbeat of mental wellness.
Clinical Supervision
Led by NIMHANS-trained psychiatrists, ensuring every therapy, assessment, and daily schedule adheres to rigorous medical standards.
Structured Active Living
Daily guided yoga, cognitive stimulation, art therapy, and wholesome shared meals that restore healthy circadian rhythms.
Relational Community
A warm, welcoming space where individuals are known, missed when away, and greeted by name every single morning.
The Vision Behind Aralya Active Living
Founded and clinically directed by senior consultant psychiatrists Dr. Arpitha Krishna and Dr. Samarth S Shetty, bringing together premier NIMHANS clinical expertise with structured, holistic active living.
Dr. Arpitha Krishna
Founder & Consultant Psychiatrist · NIMHANS Trained · 15+ Years Experience
Trained at India's premier psychiatric institution NIMHANS with over 15 years in clinical practice across Bengaluru, Dr. Arpitha Krishna founded Aralya Active Living after observing that loneliness, isolation, and lack of routine lie at the root of many mental health challenges.
Under her clinical direction, Aralya integrates medical psychiatry with structured psychiatric day care programs, mood disorder care, and compassionate family counselling designed to help each individual bloom.
NIMHANS Clinical Expertise
Specialised in mood disorders, anxiety, and geriatric mental health.
Structured Day Care Center
A sanctuary where individuals are missed when away and welcomed every morning.
Empathetic Patient Care
Doctor-supervised holistic recovery focusing on human dignity and active living.
Dr. Samarth S Shetty
Consultant Psychiatrist · NIMHANS Alumnus · 8+ Years Experience
Dr. Samarth S Shetty (MBBS, MD Psychiatry - NIMHANS) leads clinical innovation, active living integration, and comprehensive psychiatric care at Aralya Active Living.
Trained at India's premier psychiatric institution NIMHANS, Dr. Samarth established Aralya to bridge the gap between clinical medication and long-term wellness routines, active movement, and dignified community support.
NIMHANS MD Faculty
Trained at India's #1 psychiatric institute with 8+ years expertise.
Active Living Care Model
Integrating clinical care with daily structured movement and routines.
Community Reintegration
Empowering patients to rebuild independence, confidence, and purpose.
Clinical Psychologists & Care Specialists
Working hand-in-hand with our founding psychiatrists, our experienced team of clinical psychologists, psychiatric social workers, and expressive arts specialists provide comprehensive, compassionate care.
Dr. Amit Kumar
Couple & Family Therapist
M.Phil, Ph.D. (NIMHANS) • 6+ years
Dr. Amit Kumar (M.Phil, Ph.D. - NIMHANS) is a Psychiatric Social Worker and Couple & Family Therapist trained at India's premier psychiatric institutions NIMHANS (Bengaluru) and CIP (Ranchi). Specializing in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), family interventions, and caregiver support, he works closely with couples, families, and individuals navigating emotional, relational, and severe mental health challenges.
Dr. Shikha Soni
Senior Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist • 12+ years
Dr. Shikha Soni is an experienced Senior Clinical Psychologist specialising in comprehensive psychological evaluations, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and evidence-based psychotherapy.
Dr. Priyankadevi
Senior Psychiatric Social Worker & Educator
MPhil, PhD (NIMHANS) • 14+ years
Dr. Priyankadevi is a NIMHANS-trained Psychiatric Social Worker and Educator with 14 years of clinical experience in mental health. Holding an MPhil and PhD from NIMHANS, her practice centers on family interventions, women's mental health, addiction recovery, and community psychosocial programs.
Dr. Wasim Basha E
Movement Therapist & Clinical Specialist
MPT (Cardiorespiratory) | B.Sc. Psychology | M.D.A.T. • 6+ years
Dr. Wasim Basha E is a Movement Therapist with a strong foundation in Psychology and Physiotherapy, bringing over 6 years of clinical experience to a holistic approach to mental and physical wellbeing. At Aralya Active Living, he uses movement, structured physical activity, body-based techniques, and behavioural principles to help individuals develop healthier routines, improve emotional regulation, enhance self-awareness, and build confidence in their everyday functioning.
Ms. Aleena Shiby
Consulting Child Psychologist & Expressive Arts Specialist
B.Sc. Clinical Psychology, MSc Psychology, Certified in Child Psychology • 4+ years
Aleena Shiby is a Psychologist specializing in Child Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, and Movement-Based Interventions. She works with children, adolescents, and families to support emotional, behavioural, social, and developmental concerns, fostering confidence and everyday autonomy.
Ms. Rhea Elza Zachariah
Psychologist & Expressive Arts Specialist
M.Sc Psychology (Health & Well-Being) • 3+ years
Ms. Rhea Elza Zachariah is a psychologist and mental health specialist with clinical experience across geriatric, child, and adolescent settings at NIMHANS (Vayomanasa Sanjeevani Program). Holding an M.Sc in Psychology (Health & Well-Being) from Christ University, she blends evidence-based psychological assessments, expressive arts, and psychosocial support to foster emotional vitality.
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