Dr. Smitha Rukmani
Clinical Physiologist
Psychiatry
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) PG – Applied Psychology M.Phil in Medical & Social Psychology – National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore PhD – Psychology
Overview
Dr. Smitha Rukmani is one of Chennai's most distinguished and accomplished Clinical Psychologists and Neuropsychologists, with decades of expertise in clinical psychology, neuropsychological assessment, cognitive behavioural therapy, psychotherapy, and clinical neurophysiology. An alumna of the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore – India's most premier and prestigious mental health institution – she holds an M.Phil in Medical and Social Psychology from NIMHANS and a PhD in Psychology, reflecting the highest level of academic and clinical training in the field. A former Head of the Department of Clinical Psychology at the Institute of Mental Health, Chennai, Dr. Smitha Rukmani has shaped the training and professional development of generations of clinical psychologists across Tamil Nadu over her distinguished career. She has served as a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist at the Tamil Nadu Government Multi Super Speciality Hospital, Omandurar Estate, and is a Founding Member of the Indian Academy of Professional Supervisors (IAPS) – an organization dedicated to maintaining excellence in clinical supervision standards across India. With a 96% patient recommendation rate on major healthcare platforms, Dr. Smitha Rukmani is deeply trusted for her patient-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate approach to psychological care. She is recognized as one of the most experienced and respected clinical psychologists in Chennai for neuropsychological assessments, cognitive rehabilitation, CBT, and complex mental health management at SIMS Hospital.
