Maarga Mind Care has launched an Integrative Day Care Program aimed at supporting patients beyond acute psychiatric treatment and into sustained, functional recovery, at a time when long-term mental healthcare support remains limited in India.

The initiative seeks to address a critical gap in psychiatric care—the transition from symptom stabilization to meaningful reintegration into daily life. Built on milieu therapy principles and strengthened by a Cognitive-Motor-Sensory (CMS) Integration Model developed in-house, the program offers a structured and immersive therapeutic environment.

India continues to face a significant mental health burden. According to the National Mental Health Survey 2015–16, 10.6% of adults live with mental disorders, with lifetime prevalence at 13.7%. More recent estimates suggest that nearly 15% of adults may require clinical support, while the treatment gap remains between 70% and 92%. The World Health Organization has also projected that mental health conditions could cost India ₹9.62 lakh crore between 2012 and 2030, underscoring the need for structured, long-term care models.

Maarga’s program is designed as a multidimensional recovery platform that goes beyond clinical stability to focus on rebuilding confidence, improving social functioning and enabling a smoother return to everyday life.

Dr Jothi Neeraja, Founder and Managing Director, said the program integrates therapeutic care with routine, emotional regulation and social engagement to support holistic recovery. Senior Consultant Psychiatrist Dr. Jyoti Kapoor noted that the model balances structured therapy with restorative interventions, helping families better understand patient needs while reducing caregiver burden.

The program is delivered by a multidisciplinary team comprising psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, case managers and therapy facilitators across music, yoga and expressive arts. With continuous monitoring and coordinated reviews, care plans are tailored to individual recovery journeys.

Dr. Abhishek Hariharan Kandluri, Co-Founder and Executive Director, said the initiative reflects a broader shift in mental healthcare toward structured, patient-centric pathways that prioritise continuity and long-term outcomes.