Mental Health & Recovery Support
A clear guide to understanding mental health within the context of addiction, rehabilitation, professional support and recovery at Sunrise Foundation.
Mental Health Is Part of the Recovery Conversation
Addiction and mental health can intersect in complex ways. An individual’s emotional wellbeing, behaviour, relationships and ability to function can all matter when considering rehabilitation and recovery support.
Look at the whole person
Recovery should not be understood only through substance use. Personal circumstances, emotional wellbeing, family relationships and daily functioning may also need attention.
Professional assessment matters
Mental health concerns can require qualified assessment. Families should seek appropriate professional guidance rather than attempting to diagnose a condition themselves.
Support can be ongoing
Recovery is often a process. Structured rehabilitation, counselling, professional involvement and continued support may form parts of an individual’s pathway.
Families need understanding too
Families can be affected by addiction and related mental health concerns. Clear information can help them communicate more effectively and seek appropriate support.
Recovery Is More Than Stopping Substance Use
Rehabilitation can involve changes in behaviour, routines, relationships and coping patterns. Where mental health concerns are present, appropriate professional involvement can be an important part of understanding the individual’s needs.
Sunrise Foundation’s role is rehabilitation-focused. Clinical assessment and treatment decisions should be made by appropriately qualified professionals according to the individual’s circumstances.
Current Professional Involvement
Current institutional information identifies visiting medical and psychological professionals together with residential medical staff.
Psychiatric Support
Dr. Rishab Varma
Psychiatrist — visiting once a month.
Medical Support
Dr. Sushil Choure
MBBS — visiting every 15 days.
Psychological Support
Akshay Kulkarni
Psychologist — visiting every Sunday.
Residential Medical Staff
Rajesh Sangavi and Jake D’Souza are identified as residential medical staff.
Information note: Professional names and visiting schedules should be reconfirmed with Sunrise Foundation before relying on them for a future appointment or care decision.
When Mental Health Concerns Are Part of the Picture
Families may notice changes in mood, behaviour, sleep, relationships or everyday functioning. These observations can be useful when speaking with qualified professionals.
Observe without diagnosing
Changes in behaviour can have many possible causes. Record relevant observations and discuss concerns with an appropriate professional instead of assuming a diagnosis.
Share relevant information
When seeking professional help, families should communicate relevant history, substance use information, current concerns and other details requested by the professional.
Support a stable routine
Within an appropriate rehabilitation setting, consistent routines and supportive relationships can contribute to a structured recovery environment.
Keep communication open
Respectful communication between the individual, family and appropriate professionals can help everyone better understand the recovery process.
What to Do When You Are Concerned
If you are worried about someone’s mental health while also dealing with addiction, focus on getting the right professional assessment and support.
Recognise the concern
Take changes in behaviour, mood, functioning or substance use seriously, especially when they are persistent or worsening.
Seek qualified guidance
Discuss the situation with an appropriately qualified medical, psychiatric or psychological professional.
Understand the rehabilitation option
Where residential rehabilitation is appropriate, discuss the available environment, professional involvement and recovery support with Sunrise Foundation.
Continue support
Keep the recovery process under appropriate professional guidance and maintain constructive family involvement where suitable.
When Immediate Medical Help Is Needed
Do not wait for a routine rehabilitation discussion in an emergency.
If a person is at immediate risk of harming themselves or someone else, is severely confused or unresponsive, has a serious medical problem, or otherwise appears to require urgent medical attention, seek emergency medical assistance immediately or go to the nearest appropriate emergency facility.
This website is not an emergency service. Sunrise Foundation should not be treated as a substitute for emergency medical care.
Questions Families Can Ask
About assessment
- What concerns should be discussed with a professional?
- What information should the family provide?
- Is additional medical or psychiatric assessment needed?
About rehabilitation
- What residential support is available?
- What does the daily recovery environment involve?
- Which professionals are currently involved?
About family support
- How can the family communicate constructively?
- How can family involvement support recovery?
- What information should family members understand?
About ongoing care
- What continued support may be appropriate?
- When should concerns be escalated to a qualified professional?
- What should the family do if an emergency develops?
Continue to the Information You Need
Start With the Right Support
If you or a family member is dealing with addiction and you need to understand the available rehabilitation pathway, contact Sunrise Foundation to discuss the appropriate next steps.