Dr. Joash Jayaraj
Consultant Psychiatrist and Clinical Hypnotherapist
Professional Credentials
Experience
12+ Years of Clinical Experience
Medical Registration
Karnataka Medical Council (KMC) Reg No: KMC-70345
Affiliation
Belaku Rehabilitation Centre
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Practices in compliance with the Mental Healthcare Act (MHCA), 2017 standards and clinical excellence protocols.
About Dr. Joash Jayaraj
Dr. Joash Jayaraj serves as the Consultant Psychiatrist and Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist at Belaku Rehabilitation Centre. Holding an MBBS, an MD in Psychiatry, and specialized certifications from the UK, Dr. Jayaraj brings over 12 years of clinical expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of severe substance use disorders. Dr. Jayaraj specializes in dual diagnosis—the clinical protocol of identifying and treating co-occurring mental health conditions such as severe depression, generalized anxiety disorder, and PTSD alongside addiction. Because untreated psychological trauma is a primary driver of relapse, he utilizes psychiatric medication management and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to stabilize neurochemistry and build cognitive resilience. During the critical early stages of recovery, Dr. Joash oversees medical detoxification protocols, ensuring patients transition through chemical withdrawal safely. Following stabilization, he employs advanced clinical hypnotherapy and cognitive restructuring to help patients process triggers and manage cravings. His authoritative yet accessible approach ensures that complex psychiatric care translates into actionable, daily recovery steps for every patient.
Areas of Clinical Expertise
Professional Insights & Therapeutic Approach
What is your guiding philosophy when working with residents at Belaku?
"At Belaku, my approach is centered around empathy, safety, and respect. I believe that recovery is not a one-size-fits-all model; every individual requires a unique balance of clinical support, emotional validation, and practical life-skills training. By addressing the root causes of dependency—such as co-occurring disorders, work burnout, or relational conflicts—we help residents rebuild their lives with clinical integrity and lasting dignity, in line with the standards of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017."
How does a multidisciplinary team approach support long-term recovery outcomes?
"Healing from addiction is a holistic process that involves physical stabilization, cognitive restructuring, and social reintegration. By working closely in a team that includes psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, physical trainers, and nutritionists, we ensure that every aspect of the resident's health is monitored and optimized. This coordinated focus minimizes treatment gaps, builds physical stamina, rebalances neurochemistry, and prepares residents to transition back to their family and professional environments with stable coping strategies."
