Dr. Mariela Teresa Padro M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
7600 S Red Rd, Suite 225 South Miami FL, 33143Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Mariela Padro- Is the third generation of behavioral health professionals in her family. Graduated from her psychiatric residency program as a Chief Resident from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, has a Fellowship of Psychoanalysis from NYU and is an Adjunct Member of The Florida Psychoanalytic Center. She worked in an established private practice in Staten Island for 3 years and then moved to Miami in 2015 where she opened her own private practice, Mind & Soul Therapy, PLLC where she provides psychotherapy with or without medication. Dr. Padro believes and understands every patient is unique and understands that in order to have a long term effect it is necessary to go through a thorough process that will help you understand and address your behavior and feelings. At times, this process might seem challenging but at the end we assure you that it will be one full of enlightenment and awareness. Since the beginning of her career, Dr. Padro has focused in patients as a whole; medically, psychologically and spiritually to decide the best course of treatment. Dr. Padro is only seeing patients at her private practice location in South Miami.
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Provider Details
Dr. Mariela Teresa Padro M.D.'s Expert Contributions
I am taking medication for my OCD, but I don’t feel very good. What should I do?
You should contact your psychiatrist as the medication you are taking may not be the best one for you. Sometimes we need to test a couple of medications until we find out the one that fits best for your body. Yes, psychotherapy is the best treatment for OCD and is the only way to control it as a long-term effect. Medications would only control it temporarily. If you don't work with the root cause of it, then it is harder for it to go away on its own. READ MORE
Is obsessing over the risk of infection a psychological problem?
It depends. I think a full evaluation should take part. However, if there is no reason for her worry because your child is healthy, then psychotherapy can help her control it. READ MORE
When is it the right time to see a doctor for depression?
She can start by seeing a psychotherapist/counselor/therapist or a psychiatrist. The best time to go to see someone is when it starts, that way it doesn't get worse. Of course, if there are any suicidal thoughts, she must go to her nearest ER. READ MORE
I have a fear of heights. What can I do about it?
There is a type of therapy that is called CBT (cognitive-behavioral therapy) that can help you with that. You need to slowly desensitize yourself in order to be able to not be fearful anymore. See a therapist that can provide this type of therapy for you. READ MORE
I am feeling better with just my anti-anxiety medications. Do I still require counseling?
If your goal is to get off the medication at some point then yes. You need to process the reason why you have not been able to handle the stress or just learn other, new coping skills through counseling. If you don't do that, once you get off the medication, there is a chance that any other moment of stress the same thing could happen. READ MORE
What should I watch for when Adderall Xr 10 mg medication has stopped
Adderall Xr 10 mg is not a high dose, however, usually what happens is that patients start feeling very lethargic, lacking motivation, desire to do anything, hard to get out of bed, etc. It can look like depression, but it's not. I'm not sure where you are at, but sometimes, if you go to an urgent care or an emergency room, they can provide you with a supply until you find someone for her. READ MORE
I am a new mother and I don’t feel too much love for my child. What is wrong with me?
There is nothing wrong with you! That is more common than people like to talk about. Not sure how old your child is, but it could be baby blues or post-partum depression. Either way, I would say get yourself evaluated by a psychologist or a psychiatrist. READ MORE
Is yoga helpful in treating sleep disorder?
Yes, it can. It helps you center your energy and your mind in your body so you can calm your mind and rest easier. READ MORE
I was sexually abused as a child and now as my marriage is approaching, I am beginning to freak out. What should I do?
Yes, do therapy to process your history of trauma. READ MORE
Is OCD a disease?
There is nothing that you can do about it, she needs to get help. You can't force her to get help but she needs to see a psychologist or a psychiatrist to get treatment. READ MORE
Is there a way that I can concentrate better?
First, you need to understand where the symptoms are coming from. An evaluation for depression and anxiety needs to be done as these symptoms could cause a lack of concentration and focus. Once you know the cause, then the solutions can be provided. READ MORE
Can depression cause physical symptoms?
Yes it could cause physical symptoms. First, always make sure that there is no problem medically that could be the reason. If all is good physically then depression could be the cause. Once depression is treated then the rest would go away on its own. READ MORE
Why do I overreact when I'm angry?
See a psychologist. Usually, when patients have difficulty dealing when things don't go their way, it is because there is some type of control issue happening. By you not being able to control something (it going your way), you may feel vulnerable, uncomfortable, anxious, and out of control, which is being expressed with anger. Sometimes there is a history of a situation where you lack some control that caused a lot of distress and it has stayed with you. READ MORE
I do not feel like I am properly loving my child. Is it post natal depression?
Yes, you could be suffering from post-partum depression. First, make sure that hormonally, medically, nothing is abnormal (such as the thyroid). If all is good, then see a psychologist or psychiatrist to discuss your symptoms further. Don't let it get worse. It is more common than you think, there is nothing wrong with you. Just go and see someone, it will get better. READ MORE
Does my son need to go through some kind of counselling during my divorce proceedings?
Yes of course, Why not? It can provide a safe space for him to vent and say things that he may not feel comfortable sharing with you or his father. It can also teach him how to handle situation so in the future when something that he doesn't like happens, he will have more tools to process it. READ MORE
What is the reason for constant negative feelings in my daughter?
Unfortunately, you can't help her directly. She needs to want to get better. You could suggest taking her to a psychotherapist or a psychiatrist for an evaluation and to accompany her for support. But she needs to recognize first that she is not liking the way she feels in order to find a solution to it. READ MORE
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Mind & Soul Therapy
7600 S Red Rd, Suite 225 -South Miami, FL 33143Get Direction
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