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Join date: Mar 6, 2024

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Dr. Pankaj B. Borade (M.B.B.S., M.D. Psychiatry) is a leading consultant psychiatrist in Pune, recognized for his holistic, minimal-medication approach to mental health. With over 12 years of specialized clinical experience, Dr. Borade provides compassionate, evidence-based care at Mind Matters Clinic in Camp, Pune.

He specializes in treating a wide spectrum of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and OCD. As a dual-specialist in relationship counseling and sexual health medicine. His comprehensive practice also prioritizes targeted therapy for addiction recovery, ADHD management, and gender identity support.

Serving patients across Pune—including Camp, Aundh, and Kothrud—Dr. Borade is dedicated to making quality mental health care accessible, effective, and free from stigma.

Professional Credentials & Affiliations:

Chief Consultant Psychiatrist: Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune
Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist: KEM Hospital, Pune
M.D. Psychiatry: Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Medical College, Jaipur
M.B.B.S.: Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik
Registrations: Maharashtra Medical Council (Verified) & National Medical Commission (NMC) Recognized
Member: Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS)

Posts (15)

Apr 27, 2026 ∙ 7 min

Why Does My Therapist Never Tell Me What To Do? A Psychiatrist Explains

Ever wondered why your therapist answers your questions with more questions? While it can be deeply frustrating when you just want someone to tell you what to do, handing out direct advice can actually hinder your progress. Dr. Pankaj Borade explains why therapists withhold easy answers, how it prevents emotional dependency, and why true healing requires finding the courage to trust your own decisions.

Apr 14, 2026 ∙ 7 min

Am I Depressed or Just Sad?

By Dr. Pankaj Borade, Consultant Psychiatrist · Mind Matters Clinic, Camp, Pune · 12+ years experience · Ruby Hall Clinic affiliate There’s a question I hear almost every week in my clinic in Pune City. Sometimes it comes out directly. Sometimes it hides behind other words. But the question is always the same: “Do you think I’m depressed — or am I just sad?” It’s one of the most important questions you can ask yourself. And the fact that you’re asking it already tells me something good...

Nov 20, 2025 ∙ 4 min

International Men’s Day, Mental Health in Men – Powerful Insights for 2025

Understanding International Men’s Day International Men’s Day is celebrated every year on November 19th and focuses on positive male role models, gender equality, and the emotional, social, and physical well-being of boys and men. In recent years, the holiday has become a major platform to start conversations about mental health, especially because millions of men struggle in silence. History of International Men’s Day International Men’s Day was first established in 1999 by Dr. Jerome...