PTSD Psychiatrists in Texas

I have years of experience treating depression, anxiety and panic attacks, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and OCD. Most recently, I worked for Life Stance Health, an outpatient telehealth company, where I treated patients between the ages of 18–65 with both medication management and therapeutic interventions.

I am board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Adult Psychiatry. I completed my psychiatry residency training at Howard University Hospital and Saint Elizabeth's Hospital in Washington, DC, where I was voted Chief Resident. I went on to serve as Vice Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Adventist HealthCare in Maryland, where I worked in both an administrative and clinical role treating adults in inpatient settings. Additionally, I served as a Clinical Instructor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine, teaching medical students about the art of medicine. I received my undergraduate degree in Neuroscience from the University of Michigan and my medical degree from Xavier University School of Medicine.

I use different techniques including cognitive behavioral approaches and attachment-based approaches, while maintaining a person-centered theoretical orientation with all clients. I utilize a range of therapeutic tools in hopes of providing clients with practical skills they can begin using immediately. I believe in meeting clients exactly where they are and helping them understand their own needs.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), licensed in both Texas and Arkansas, with extensive experience working in the mental health field. I attended undergraduate and graduate school in my hometown of Texarkana, Texas at Texas A&M University - Texarkana. I completed my practicum and internship working as a therapist in therapeutic foster care, with children, teens, foster parents, and biological families. I have been practicing for 7 years as an LPC, focusing on individuals working to cope with trauma, stressful life events, anxiety, depression, and issues coping with and communicating their own needs. I have worked for community mental health agencies, non-profit agencies, and private practice organizations. Much of my past work involves providing therapy services to children, teens, and adults who survived abuse/trauma. I have worked directly with clients of various demographics, living with a variety of mental health conditions, and I enjoy working with clients of all ages and with a variety of different presenting mental health needs.

I specialize in treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. My approach is holistic, with a focus on evidence-based medication management while also incorporating supportive therapy and cognitive-behavioral techniques to optimize treatment management and patient wellness.

I am a board-certified general psychiatrist with extensive experience in clinical care, teaching, and research. I earned my medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and completed my psychiatry residency at UTHealth Science Center in Houston, where I later served as an Assistant Clinical Professor. During that appointment, I was heavily involved in medical education and developed courses in cultural psychiatry and psychiatry boot camps for medical students.

I am fluent in Arabic and English and have a strong interest in working with diverse patient populations.

I offer a warm, approachable, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and supported. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy, working alongside clients to identify the root of their struggles and develop a personalized plan for growth and healing. My personable nature and tailored care help clients feel comfortable and empowered throughout the process. I support clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, bipolar disorder, life transitions, anger management, and relationship challenges.

In the first session, I review teletherapy expectations and confidentiality, and conduct a psychosocial assessment to better understand your background and goals. Together, we'll explore current challenges, create a vision for your future, and build a practical plan. Using CBT and ACT, I help you develop tools and insights to apply between sessions for continued progress.

I am a proud HBCU graduate of Prairie View A&M University with a Master's in Counseling and over eight years of experience in the mental health field. I have provided care in inpatient psychiatric hospitals, partial and intensive outpatient programs, community mental health, and private telehealth practice.

What has motivated me over the course of my career as a caregiver? I am a native Houstonian who grew up in a working-class community. Through curiosity and hard work, I was able to attend a university that included people of vastly different life experiences. I was molded by both communities to appreciate the commonalities of humanity. That broad exposure extended my empathetic spectrum to grasp the needs of the American diaspora.

I use a biopsychosocial approach to evaluate the patient. I gather patient history with a mindset that considers the neuroscience that chemically shapes mood, thoughts, and behavior. I am able to uncover factors that can inhibit psychological growth and development. I have experience in seeing how the social conditions of the œthen can influence the resiliency of the œnow. I appreciate, and am proficient in, advances in technology, but prioritize the analog relationship between doctor and patient.

Meeting people where they are. It is an old trope, but describes how one allows a patient to set the path forward. An open-ended interview is conducted with an open mind towards resolution. When being evaluated and treated by me, a patient can expect to be met in a cordial but professional manner. Treatments are discussed and considered based on the mental state of the patient and the clinical efficacy and scientific evidence of benefit. The patient is invited to ask questions and consider whether they wish to pursue the suggested treatment plan.

I specialize in treating depression and anxiety. I acknowledge that while medications can be necessary, they are not magic, and a holistic approach is essential for achieving mental health. With this understanding, I spend time getting to know my patients, focusing on helping them achieve mental wellness rather than simply prescribing medications. When I became a doctor, I made a pledge to "do no harm." I take this commitment seriously and only prescribe medications, especially those with addictive properties, when it is safe and clearly indicated.

The first one or two appointments focus on a thorough assessment to establish a provisional diagnosis, which is essential for effective treatment planning. Once this initial diagnosis is made, I collaborate with my patients to develop tailored treatment recommendations. During follow-up appointments, I actively listen to my patients and propose adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed my residency at the University of Southern California. I have experience working in a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient, community mental health, and correctional facilities.

I am an adult psychiatrist at Talkiatry who practices compassionate, patient-centered care. As a multiracial psychiatrist, I serve diverse communities and focus on treatment plans that respect each patient's background. I treat various diagnoses, including trauma, mood, personality, and eating disorders, with a particular interest in the student and LGBTQ+ communities. Using a range of skills and interventions from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mentalization-based therapy (MBT), I prioritize a collaborative approach. I ensure patients are actively involved in shaping their treatment, including decisions about medication and supplements. This cooperation allows for personalized care plans that align with each patient's needs, values, and goals. Recognizing that cultural influences, substance use, financial constraints, and other societal factors impact mental health, I examine these personal aspects to provide effective, holistic care in a non-judgmental space.

I graduated from McGovern Medical School (UT Houston) and completed my residency in psychiatry at the University of Chicago. I aim to make healthcare more accessible and affordable, driving systemic changes in mental health care.

I enjoy treating a wide variety of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, eating disorders, and substance use disorders. I believe strongly in individualized treatment that focuses on holistic, compassionate, and collaborative care. I love to incorporate psychotherapeutic techniques and goal setting together with medication management to help patients achieve wellness and fulfillment in their lives.

I grew up in southeastern Idaho. I earned a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the University of California at Berkeley in 2009 and my Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree in 2014 from the University of Chicago. I completed my psychiatry residency at the University of Utah in 2018 and became board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in 2019. Following my residency, I worked as an inpatient psychiatrist at the Huntsman Mental Health Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah and served as an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Utah. In 2021 I moved to Dallas, Texas to work in a residential and partial hospitalization treatment center for eating disorders.

My clinical approach is grounded in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and I continually expand my knowledge by incorporating tools from a variety of therapeutic modalities. I am fascinated with the connectedness of the conscious and subconscious mind, body, and spirit, and I approach treatment through the lens of a growth mindset. I prioritize creating a safe space where patients can strengthen their courage to be vulnerable and authentic. I view therapy as a journey of helping patients explore their inner world, where I act as a mirror in order for patients to gain insight into their motivations, patterns, values, and higher purpose.

I prefer knowing my patients on a deep level and highly value the therapeutic process, which requires patience over speed. I acknowledge that it takes many sessions before even a preliminary understanding of the human being in front of me can be formulated. I honor the truth that my patients are the experts of themselves, and I prefer empowering them over micromanagement. As subconscious patterns emerge, I highlight these, as they are often blind spots to the patient. I understand that when it comes to mental health, quick fixes are not the most appropriate or effective means to healing. However, I respect the use of medications when indicated in addition to talk therapy.

I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Nicholls State University and a Master of Science in Acupuncture from Texas Health and Science University. I completed both my MD and General Psychiatry training at Texas Tech Paul Foster School of Medicine, followed by specialized training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Texas School of Medicine.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist beginning my practice at Talkiatry after four years of clinical experience in residency. I primarily focus on providing medication management during 30-minute follow-up visits, weaving in elements of supportive therapy according to the needs of my clients. When additional therapy is indicated to promote recovery, I may recommend that my clients work with a therapist as part of the treatment team. I have experience working with clients experiencing many different mental health challenges, with a primary clinical focus including the treatment of anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

I credit my undergraduate education at Southwestern University, a small liberal arts college, for strengthening my curiosity about and dedication to serving others. I received my medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where I also completed my psychiatry residency training. During residency, I was involved in medical student education and resident leadership, serving as a chief resident during my final year of training. I also utilized my fluency in Spanish and medical Spanish interpreter training to serve Spanish-speaking patients and to lead Spanish-language group therapy sessions. In addition to psychopharmacology, I studied psychotherapeutic interventions, including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies.

I became a psychiatrist with one mission: to provide compassionate, high-quality mental health care accessible to anyone, anywhere. My approach emphasizes that patients are more than a diagnosis, focusing on the whole person, their story, struggles, and strengths. I partner with patients to create individualized therapeutic plans that may include medication management and holistic strategies. My goal is to promote mood stability, balance emotions, reduce anxiety, quiet overwhelming thoughts, resolve interpersonal conflicts, and strengthen resilience. I believe healing is best achieved through collaboration, open dialogue, and empowering patients to make informed choices about their care.

I am committed to meeting patients where they feel most comfortable, whether at home, work, or elsewhere. I offer the same compassion, attentiveness, and expertise as in-person care while removing barriers like travel, time constraints, and distance.

Originally from Pakistan, I pursued my undergraduate degree at Benedictine University in Illinois, medical school at Des Moines University in Iowa, and psychiatry residency at Trinity Health Livonia Hospital/Wayne State University in Michigan. I have experience in inpatient, outpatient, forensic, and community mental health settings.

My practice focuses on medication management and providing psychoeducation to my patients. If indicated, I may determine that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. I have experience treating a large variety of mental health conditions across a variety of populations, and I strongly believe in tailoring treatments through a holistic and patient-centered approach based on individual and multi-faceted histories.

I am board certified in adult psychiatry and have been in practice for over 6 years. I completed my residency at Icahn School of Medicine, Elmhurst Hospital Center program, where I served as Chief Resident in my final year. After completing my residency training, I worked as a staff psychiatrist at the VA Medical Center, focusing on PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I have held an academic appointment at the University of UT Southwestern medical school and have spent my professional career supervising and teaching medical students and psychiatry residents.

I use an eclectic approach to therapy, with a strong foundation in Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. Treatment is tailored to the individual, so the goals of therapy can be met and the client can experience a sense of vested interest in their own emotional contentment and growth. I have a long history of working with clients with an array of mental health conditions and challenges, including mood disorders, adjustment-related issues, addiction, family dynamics, relationship issues, emotional trauma, behavioral issues, anger management, and clinical anxiety and depression. I also have a working knowledge of psychotropic medications to help with med-compliance and treatment barriers.

I am a licensed professional counselor and certified tobacco treatment specialist. I obtained my undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Houston Clear Lake in Houston, Texas. I have been practicing as an LPC for 19 years, and prior to obtaining my LPC I also worked as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have worked directly with clients from various demographics and in various clinical settings, from inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and private practice to working with the incarcerated.

Personally, I am a musician, community theater actor, educator, coach, and swim official.

I value ongoing patient input and strive to create a collaborative treatment environment where patients are actively involved in decision-making. I emphasize a warm, supportive approach that helps patients feel heard, respected, and understood throughout their care. I begin by developing a thorough understanding of each patient's psychiatric, medical, family, developmental, and substance use history, while also exploring the patient's concerns and goals. I then work collaboratively with the patient to develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to their unique needs and objectives.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist with experience across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings, including many years within the John Peter Smith Healthcare System. I have also practiced in federal correctional psychiatric settings and outpatient care through Tarrant County MHMR. I have been extensively involved in psychiatric education for medical students and psychiatry residents. I have participated in organized psychiatry for many years through the Texas Society of Psychiatric Physicians, serving on multiple committees and previously as President of the Texas Psychiatric Society. I earned my medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston and completed my psychiatry residency at Timberlawn Psychiatric Hospital in Dallas. I am a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.

My practice focuses on cognitive behavioral modalities within a humanistic client-centered approach to foster healing through self-acceptance and self-awareness. I aspire to utilize my experiences and passion for the field to promote mental health awareness, client advocacy, and quality of care.

I am a native South Texan and second generation Mexican-American. I am a 2011 graduate of St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas and obtained full LPC licensure in Texas in August of 2017. I have over a decade's worth of experience working within the mental health field and fifteen years working directly with children and adolescents in various capacities. Before joining Talkiatry, I practiced exclusively within the community health sector, and these experiences provided the opportunity to become fully immersed in Trauma and Crisis Management and fostered my passion for evolving research in the treatment of trauma-informed care.

I am a board-eligible psychiatrist specializing in adult psychiatry. I provide compassionate, comprehensive care for adults facing a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. I emphasize a holistic, evidence-based approach that incorporates medication management, supportive therapy, and lifestyle interventions targeting nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and stress management to improve an individual's wellbeing.

I take the time to understand each patient's unique needs and work collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans that are non-judgmental, empowering, and focused on overall well-being. I believe an essential aspect of the therapeutic relationship is an individual's ability to make informed choices. I actively involve individuals in their treatment and use clear communication to help patients understand their care so they can focus on their journey of healing and recovery.

I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Houston before attending McGovern Medical School, where I completed both my medical degree and my psychiatric residency.