About Us

Dr.Shanthi Ranganathan started TTK Hospital in 1980 when the concept of addiction as a treatable disease was relatively unknown in India.

Ms.Maya has been involved in the functioning of the hospital from the Nascent stage and coordinated the After Care Centre. She currently heads the TTK Hospital.

Ms. Soumya has a Master of Social Work in Medical & Psychiatry. Soumya has overall 21 years of experience in varied functions of Human resources & Training. She currently heads the overall administration at TTK Hospital and works towards constantly evolving the treatment modalities and new initiatives.

DR Shiva, Senior Medical Officer. Working in TTK since June 2006. He is into Family Practice since 1978.

Jacqueline is a Senior Counsellor and a Mentor for therapy team with nearly three decades of service with the organization. With a Master’s degree in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work. Jacqueline is specialized in prevention of Substance abuse at workplace. She has presented a paper in Vienna on supervisory guidelines. She holds Level – II certification from International Centre for Certification and Education of Addiction Professionals (ICCE).

Ms. Sheeba Williams has 25 years of experience at TTK, specializing in individual counselling and school awareness programs. She coordinates therapy, guiding and supporting individuals to achieve positive outcomes.

1) Ms. Metilda - Metilda, an experienced mental health professional, with Master's Degree in Social work. She is specialized in supporting the vulnerable women, families with conflicts, orphan women and children. Had Experience in student counselling and Have undergone training in life skills, Family counselling and conflict management and provides expert de-addiction counselling at TTK Hospital for past 12 years, delivering skilled training sessions and therapy.

Murali is an experienced addiction professional with 13 years of expertise, supporting patients and families. He excels in community outreach, leading rural camps and driving drug demand reduction initiatives in schools, colleges, and communities across Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry. As a Camp Coordinator, Murali delivers impactful programs, leveraging his expertise for maximum impact.

Mahalakshmi, has Masters in Philosophy in Psychology. She has been working with TTK Hospital since 2012. She counsels patients and their families, conducts re-educative sessions and Group Therapy. She has a vast experience as an intake counsellor too. She also conducts training program and awareness program at TTK Hospital. She holds Level – I certification from International Centre for Certification and Education of Addiction Professionals (ICCE).

Ms. Valli has a Masters in Psychology. She has 7 years of experience in working with individuals with various issues, psychometric assessments, patients and their family members. She has worked in conducting awareness camps and programs on addiction in communities and schools.

Mukesh Kumar has done MSW medical and psychiatry. Has undergone Universal Treatment Curriculum for substance use treatment and Children with substance use treatment Curriculum (CHILD). Over all 9 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment. He has been a Project coordinator for Juvenile de-addiction treatment at Chengalpattu. Currently working as, a Counsellor in TTK Hospital.

Avinash is a dedicated professional with a Master of Social Work in medical and psychiatry. With 2 years of valuable experience in Addiction management, he excels in his role as an Addiction and other drugs counsellor at TTK Hospital. Passionate about Addiction and Mental health, Avinash is trained in conducting awareness programs for schools, community, and correctional settings

Dr R. Jayachandiran is a Certified Diabetologist & confident Physician with an experience of 10 yrs in Medical practice and in Critical care units in Govt and Pvt hospitals.

Dr. Janani has completed Psychiatric Medicine from CMC, Vellore and has been into practice since 2010.

Shantha is a passionate and experienced psychologist with over 9 years of expertise in counselling adolescents and adults. Her practice focuses on helping individuals to manage emotional difficulties, enhance personal wellbeing & build resilience in the phase of life's challenges. In addition she also has facilitated Awareness Programs and Workshops.

Shalini John, has Masters in Philosophy in Clinical Social work, with 10 years of experience providing individuals, family, and addiction counselling. Shalini is trained in conducting awareness programs for schools, community, and correctional settings.

Solomon has 10 years of experience in the field of community development and managing projects, currently working as a project coordinator at TTK hospital.

Mr. Arockiya Akash is a dedicated Mental health professional with a Master's degree in Social Work, specializing in Medical and Psychiatry. With over a year of experience in Life Skills Training, Student Management, and Value Education, building stronger relationships, and Raising awareness in communities. Currently he holds a position as De-Addiction Counsellor at TTK Hospital

Mr Saravanan had done his MSW and specialized in Medical and psychiatry, He is a dedicated professional with 5 years of experience in guiding individuals towards a healthier lifestyle. His expertise lies in mental health and addiction management. He is currently working as a counsellor at TTK Hospital.