Education:
M.Phil (1994) National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, India.

Doctorate in Psychology, Psy.D., CSPP-Alameda,2001, Alliant International University, San Francisco, CA.

Psychotherapy and psychological testing help individuals gain an understanding of their existing strengths and work on perceived challenges. As a psychotherapist, I believe in helping my clients cope with emotional distress, build emotional strength and work towards positive change. I use a combination of collaborative cognitive- behavioral and psychodynamic treatment approaches, in a culturally sensitive manner. I also provide cognitive and personality testing services to adults and children for diagnostic and treatment recommendation purposes. I continue to strive to gain expertise in clarifying various clinical diagnoses and have particular experience with attachment disorders.

I have over 11 years of training and experience in treating individual adults, children and families in India as well as in the United States of America.
My training and experience in psychotherapy, neuropsychology and personality testing enable me to provide comprehensive treatment to clients and make appropriate referrals when needed. My personal experience with acculturation and immigrant issues add a unique perspective when working with individuals facing acculturation challenges.
Services
Psychological Testing for the purpose of diagnostic clarification and treatment recommendations.
Psychotherapy
Consultation to other healthcare professionals
Education to clients, when needed including referrals to appropriate qualified professionals.


Areas of Expertise
I work with adults (18-60 years) and children 5yrs-12yrs and adolescents.
Adults:
Depression, anxiety and parenting issues.
My clinical experiences have been in working with adults with depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. I also have particular experience in diagnostic clarification issues in children below 12 years, presenting with behavioral and emotional disturbances. A major part of my diagnostic assessment skills include providing comprehensive treatment plans that aid in continuity of care.

Office Information:

-Please call for appointments
-Self pay and some insurances accepted
-Sliding scale fees available
-No credit cards accepted
-Three East Indian languages spoken- Hindi, Marathi and Konkani.