Dr. Sarbani Maitra M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
850 5th Ave E Tuscaloosa AL, 35401About
Dr. Sarbani Maitra is a psychiatrist practicing in Tuscaloosa, AL. Dr. Maitra is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Maitra diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Maitra may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Maitra treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Meharry Medical College Residency in Psychiatry 2013
Board Certification
Addiction Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
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Dr. Sarbani Maitra M.D.'s Expert Contributions
How Does TMS therapy Help to Treat and Reduce OCD Symptoms?
Around 2.2 million people in the US are affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder or OCD. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-approved non-invasive brain stimulation technique that has given relief to thousands of people suffering from depression and OCD. Usually, people opt for this...
How do doctors test for geriatric depression?
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What do doctors prescribe for social anxiety?
Though several types of medication are available, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are often the first type of drug tried for persistent symptoms of social anxiety. READ MORE
Do antidepressants make you more social?
Antidepressants don't just treat depression–they can make us more sociable, too. READ MORE
What is the easiest antidepressant to come off of?
Your doctor can create a schedule for you to gradually taper off of your antidepressant. READ MORE
Can social anxiety be cured?
Social anxiety treatment must include an active behavioral therapy group, where members can work on their "anxiety" hierarchies in the group, and later, in real-life situations with other group members. Social anxiety is a fully treatable condition and can be overcome with effective therapy, work, and patience. READ MORE
Is lithium safe for people with bipolar disorder?
Lithium helps reduce the severity and frequency of mania. READ MORE
What causes someone to develop bulimia?
Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating READ MORE
How can I get rid of my fear subconscious mind?
Be honest. Many of us are quite insecure about our fears. Break the Fear Cycle. Fear is a pattern that your subconscious mind has learned. Face your fears. Employ self-hypnosis. READ MORE
How can I stop my fear and anxiety?
Face your fears and anxieties so they don't become debilitating. Identify ways to create a sense of personal control or mastery in your life. Practice stress reduction techniques, such as mindfulness meditation or aerobic exercise. Shift your focus to the positive emotions in daily life. READ MORE
What is the best medication for ADHD and anxiety?
The treatments your doctor may recommend for both ADHD and anxiety. READ MORE
What is the best antidepressant for ADHD?
A lot of adults with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) take stimulant drugs to manage their symptoms. READ MORE
Which antidepressant works quickest?
We have drugs that work rapidly to treat a very severe illness. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Psychiatrist Savant Care 2020 - Present
Awards
- James P. and Willie R. Jewell Scholarship 2001 James P. and Willie R. Jewell
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