BOARD CERTIFIED: Yes – American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Number of years treating patients with eating disorders: 5-8
Number of patients with eating disorders we treat annually: 10-15
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERTISE: Dr. Amit Desai is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry. He earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed his general psychiatry residency at LSU Health Sciences Center and Allegheny General Hospital, where he also completed a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry. He holds a B.A. in Political Science with minors in Biology and Chemistry from UC San Diego. Dr. Desai is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and takes a holistic, collaborative approach to care, integrating both medication management and evidence-based therapy. His clinical expertise includes depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral challenges, and sleep issues in children and teens.
TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY: Dr. Desai’s treatment philosophy is rooted in a holistic, patient-centered approach that values collaboration, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. He believes in building strong therapeutic relationships with both patients and their families to support long-term healing. He integrates evidence-based practices—including medication management and trauma-informed therapy—to create individualized treatment plans that address the unique needs of each child or adolescent. Dr. Desai emphasizes education and empowerment, helping families become active participants in the treatment process.
FEES: Cash, Credit Cards, Personal Checks