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Shilpika Varma, MD
Staff Psychiatrist
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Biography
I believe in a holistic, integrative approach to mental health. My philosophy centers on identifying the root causes of ailments rather than merely addressing symptoms. I view mental health care as a partnership, where the mind, body, and spirit work together to achieve wellness, and I am committed to fostering a safe, confidential therapeutic alliance. I embrace integrative psychiatry, which combines the best of conventional Western medicine with complementary approaches. This involves a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment tailored to each individual, incorporating psychopharmacology alongside lifestyle adjustments in diet, movement, and breathwork. I collaborate with therapists and other professionals to create a well-rounded treatment plan that honors each patient's unique journey.
I grew up in an immigrant family surrounded by aspiring doctors, and my passion for understanding the human mind and behavior blossomed early. This curiosity led me to pursue extensive medical training abroad, beginning at Kasturba Medical College in Southern India, followed by clerkships at the University of the West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago. I completed my adult psychiatry residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville and specialized further with a child/adolescent fellowship at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn, NY.
Expertise and specialties
Education and training
- Medical School - University of the West Indies, School of Medicine
- Psychiatry Residency – University of Florida, Gainesville
- Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – Brookdale University Medical Center