Prital Desai, MD – Psychiatrist in Santa Rosa, CA | Mindpath Health
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About
Dr. Prital Desai provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care with a strong foundation in public health. She emphasizes preventative and holistic approaches, addressing the root causes of mental health concerns rather than solely managing symptoms with medication. Dr. Desai prioritizes patient education, creating awareness about mental health conditions, and exploring both medication and non-medication treatment options to empower her patients in making informed choices. Outside work, Dr. Desai enjoys dancing, hiking, kayaking, reading, and quality time with family and friends.
- Fellowship – University of Virginia Health System
- Residency – Saint Elizabeths Hospital
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) – BJ Medical College & Civil Hospital
- Masters of Public Health (MPH) – California State University, Long Beach
- Specialty Boards: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
- Specialty Boards: Psychiatry – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep problems
- Psychiatric consultation
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Co-occuring conditions
- Compulsive gambling
- Conduct/disruptive disorders
- Eating disorders
- Gender-affirming mental health care
- LGBTQIA+
- Phobias
- Postpartum mental health
- Psychotic disorders
- Women’s mental health
What patients are saying
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I appreciate my psychiatrist. I feel she cares about helping me improve.
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I felt heard and respected.
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Carly is amazing. She is easy to connect with and has a way of making you feel safe and understood.
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My Dr Desai was incredibly attentive during my virtual session. She created a very comfortable and non- judgmental space for me to speak openly. I particularly appreciated how she validated my feelings and offered actionable strategies.