Clinical Team
Siddharth Jhaveri
Founder/CBT Specialist
Siddharth is a senior therapist and head of client relations. He has 20+ years of experience in the field of chemical dependency at various levels. He specializes in working with young addicts and prefers evidence based & cognitive behavior therapy in his approach. Since 2004, he has extensively researched and met a number of addicts both suffering as well as in recovery in the past 2 decades and has worked closely with them at different stages of recovery. In this role, he has also been life coach to many. He believes in combining both traditional and experimental approaches that work, according to individual needs of every client. Apart from a therapist he is also an entrepreneur, designer, theatre patron, life coach and meditation expert.
Dr. Ranjita pawar
Psychologist
Dr. Ranjita Pawar is a distinguished psychologist with a PhD in psychology, complemented by a double MBA in Marketing and Human Resource Management. Her academic prowess, and over eight years of extensive corporate experience, combine her ability to blend strategic thinking with a deep understanding of human behavior. Her empathetic approach stems from firsthand insights, enabling her to relate to the travails of those she serves. Dr. Pawar has dedicated her life to advocating for holistic support systems that address the needs of addicts, mental health patients, and their families. Her mission is to inspire hope, facilitate healing, and foster resilience in the face of adversity. By bridging the gap between clinical understanding and compassionate care, Dr. Pawar stands as a pillar of support for those navigating the challenging journey of recovery.
Dr. Sayantani Mukherjee
Psychiatrist
Dr. Sayantani Mukherjee brings over 14 years of psychiatric expertise to ZorbaCare Center, where she leads the mental health team in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to every client. An MBBS graduate from KEM Hospital, Mumbai, she went on to earn her MD in Psychiatry at Nair Hospital, Mumbai, and her DNB in Psychiatry from the National Board of Examinations in New Delhi. Before joining Zorba, Dr. Mukherjee served as an assistant professor in government medical education for five years, contributing to numerous national and international research publications. At Zorba, she has become a trusted partner to our clients children navigating developmental challenges, adolescents facing stress and mood disorders, adults struggling with addiction or chronic headaches, and seniors experiencing geriatric psychiatric issues. Her specialties include child and adolescent psychiatry, neuropsychiatry, de-addiction, stress-related health interventions, and parenting guidance.
Sandeep Kharkar
Recovery Coach/ 12 Step Practitioner
With ten years of continuous sobriety and more than three decades of personal experience confronting addiction, Sandeep Kharkar brings a unique perspective to the challenges of recovery. Today, Sandeep uses his hard-earned insights to guide others. As a 24/7 in-house, experiential peer counselor, he closely observes clients, identifies detrimental behavioral patterns, and intervenes to support positive change. As a recovery coach, his deep understanding of the 12-step program, combined with a range of evidence-based strategies, offers practical solutions for clients navigating their own recovery journeys. His natural empathy and commitment makes him the go-to resource for clients dealing with negative thoughts or emotional distress.