Dr. Lata Sonpal PH. D.,FCHT
Psychologist
7700 N Kendall Dr Suite 404 Miami Florida, 33156About
Dr. Lata Sonpal is a psychologist practicing in Miami, Florida. Dr. Sonpal specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Sonpal evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Sonpal because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. Psychologists may perform a variety of exams and assessments to diagnose a mental condition.
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How long should you stay on antidepressants for anxiety?
Namaste, This is a question you need to ask your prescribing Dr. who is treating you. They will be aware, from your sessions with them, of your progress and symptoms reduction. So check with them. In case you have not read "Anxiety and Phobia workbook" you may want to start reading it. It is by Edmund J. Bourne. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
What medications are used to treat alcohol addiction?
Namaste, Sorry to hear that you have an alcohol addiction. I am not a medical Dr. so do not qualify to answer your question about meds. You need to contact a psychiatrist or your primary care physician. Another option is a psychologist who has prescriptive privileges. You may want to join AA and your sponsor or other members of the group may have some referrals for a medication provider in your area. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
What pills can I take for panic attacks?
Namaste, Sorry to hear that you have panic attacks. The question regarding medicines you need to ask your medical doctors, i.e, PCP or Psychiatrist. Also Psychologists who have prescriptive privileges can be a good source. In the mean time you may want to read "Anxiety and Phobia workbook" by Edmund J Bourne. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
What treatment is the safest for panic attacks?
Namaste, Sorry to hear that you are suffering from Panic Attacks. Not knowing when it started and what was the trigger it is difficult to say which treatment will be best for you. I specialize in Hypnotherapy so that would be one of my recommendations. Whichever therapist you choose ask them about what their preferred method is and decide whether that is something you are comfortable with or not. You can ask your PCP for a recommendation in your area. In the meantime, you may want to start reading the "Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edmund J. Bourne. Another book title is "Anxiety Free: Unravel Your Fears Before They Unravel You" by Robert L. Leahy. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
What doctor can help with gambling addiction?
Namaste, Sorry to hear that your friend suffers from Gambling addiction. Your friend can join Gamblers' Anonymous while searching for a licensed psychologist to start therapy in your friend's area. Your friend may contact their insurance company also and request information of a specialist in this area on their network provider list. You are a very kind, compassionate, and caring friend! Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
Can psychotherapy fix my panic attacks?
Sorry to know that you are suffering from panic attacks. It is probably better not to think in terms of someone "fixing" them. Psychotherapy will help you overcome panic attacks by helping you get to the roots of what is causing them and finding solutions. While you are searching for a licensed Psychologist in your area you may want to start reading "Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" and start meditating. Meditation helps you relax and calms your mind. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
Are antidepressants effective for panic attacks?
Namaste, Sorry to hear that you are suffering from Panic Attacks. I am not a psychiatrist so am not able to advise you regarding Antidepressants. For effectiveness of antidepressants you need to contact your Primary Care Physician or consult with a Psychiatrist. You can also consult a Licensed Psychologist who can refer you to a psychiatrist they know in your area. You may want to read "Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edumund J. Bourne. Also engaging in Guided meditation will help mange your anxieties and panic attacks. There are many available free on YouTube. In case you are in FL you can contact me through my web site www.DrSonpal.com Take care and stay safe. Dr. Lata Sonpal In a message dated 11/26/2023 8:59:52 AM Eastern Standard Time, answers+1537713_130832_1bb761800b1d45995d6631543f060fd3@expert.findatopdoc.com writes: | You have a new patient question! All you have to do is reply to this email to answer. All questions and answers are for informational purposes only. | | | | | | | | | Someone has asked you a question | | Click here to view this request online | | | | | | | | Dr. Sonpal | | Question Alert | | You Have A New Question | | Simply reply to this email with your answer. | | | | | | | | | Are antidepressants effective for panic attacks? | | | | | I have panic attacks. Are antidepressants effective for panic attacks? | | | | | | | | | | Reply to this email to answer, or Login to see all questions. | | | | | | | | IT IS SAFE TO PARTICIPATE. Answering this question does not constitute medical advice or establish a doctor-patient relationship. All questions and answers are for informational purpose only. All question submitters are advised to seek the care of their local medical provider. | | | | | | Find A Top Doc, 1350 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10019, United States Of America, (866) 664-DOCS Unsubscribe Manage preferences | | READ MORE
Can anti-anxiety medications help with depression?
Namaste, I am a licensed psychologist and do not prescribe medication. You need to bring up this issue with a psychiatrist who prescribes those medicines. You may also want to contact your PCP, or your insurance company to get a referral to a psychiatrist in your area. In the meantime you may want to read "Feeling Good" and "Anxiety and Phobia workbook" to start helping yourself. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
How do you get rid of drug addiction?
Namste, Sorry to hear that you have "a drug addiction". You have not specified which drug you are using. There is no simple answer to your question. I would suggest that you contact, in your local area, a licensed psychologists who specializes in Substance Use Disorders and get evaluated. With that person set your goals and a treatment plan and pursue them to implement behavior changes. You may also want to contact a psychiatrist who also specializes in Substance use disorders. Your local SAMSHA would be a good resource. In the meantime seek support from people you trust. i.e., your family your friends. There are community support groups as well such as AA, NA: the 12 step programs, SMART recovery, LifeRing etc. So reach out to them for help. You may want to start a journal: keeping track of when you use, how often you use, what you use, how much you use, what are the triggers (internal as well as external), how do you or others feel about your drug use etc.. Then you can focus on what would it be like to use less or stop using? You can then decide on what are the healthy interventions that will help you be free of the habit of using drugs. Most of the habits are learned behaviors. Anything that is learned can be unlearned. Thus you can then establish more healthy habits. Hope this helps. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
What is the treatment option for a child's anger?
Namaste, Sorry to hear that your child has anxiety. What is she anxious about? Is she also the one that you are asking for treatment options for anger? Or is that for another child? It is not clear. What is she anxious about? Is she expressing her anxieties through angry outbursts? I would suggest exploring those with a licensed therapist and upon evaluation, they can suggest what would be the treatment option for her. In the meantime, you can start reading books on Anxiety and Anger Management and whatever applies to your child's age group use that. Engaging in guided meditation with her will also help reduce her anxiety and angry outbursts. In case you are in Florida give me a call. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
Can you treat depression without meds?
Without evaluation, about what is causing the depression, a "Yes" or "No" answer is difficult to give. Have you consulted a Licensed Psychologist or a licensed psychiatrist? What is their opinion? In case it's not from imbalances in your nervous system or your hormone system then you can work on the issues that are causing the depression. Is this only the first episode? Or is your depression recurrent? There are so many factors that need to be considered. So while you are looking for a licensed provider you may want to start reading "Feeling Good" by Dr. Burns and work on the assignments suggested in the book. In case you are in Florida then call me. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
Can you help with a major depressive disorder?
Yes. In the meantime, you may want to get "Feeling Good" and "Feeling Better" books and start working on the given assignments in the book. You may also want to start Guided meditation practices. Take care and stay safe. READ MORE
Do psychologists perform CBT?
Namaste, Sorry to hear that you suffer from depression. Psychologists do provide CBT. In case you are in FL call me at 305-271-2772. Take care and remain safe. Dr. Lata Sonpal305-271-2772www.DrSonpal.com In a message dated 8/3/2023 7:04:57 PM Eastern Daylight Time, answers+1477458_130832_996d90d76c8826885ac7cb3002fa5475@expert.findatopdoc.com writes: | You have a new patient question! All you have to do is reply to this email to answer. All questions and answers are for informational purposes only. | | | | | | | | | Someone has asked you a question | | Click here to view this request online | | | | | | | | Dr. Sonpal | | Question Alert | | You Have A New Question | | Simply reply to this email with your answer. | | | | | | | | | Do psychologists perform CBT? | | | | | I want to get CBT for my depression. Do psychologists perform CBT? | | | | | | | | | | Reply to this email to answer, or Login to see all questions. | | | | | | | | IT IS SAFE TO PARTICIPATE. Answering this question does not constitute medical advice or establish a doctor-patient relationship. All questions and answers are for informational purpose only. All question submitters are advised to seek the care of their local medical provider. | | | | | | Find A Top Doc, 1350 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10019, United States Of America, (866) 664-DOCS Unsubscribe Manage preferences | | READ MORE
Does therapy help with obsessive thoughts?
Namaste, Yes therapy does help with obsessive thoughts. READ MORE
Do mood stabilizers help with anger issues?
Hello, Sorry that you are suffering from anger issues. As I am not a psychiatrist medicines are not my specialty so am not able to advise you on whether mood stabilizers will help. You need to consult with your primary care physician or psychiatrist about that. You can engage in emotional regulation and break the habit of knee-jerk reacting and replace it with thoughtful responding. You can see a licensed psychologist that specializes in helping with anger and stress management and work on the issues that activate your anger so that you can heal from those wounds. You can also engage in self-help by reading some books like "Healing Anger" by His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama or "Angry All the time: An Emergency Guide to Anger Control" by Ron Potter-Efron. Another good source is "Stress Management Book: Practical Ways to Relax, be healthy and maintain your sanity" by Eve Adamson. Mahatma Gandhi said, "Anger is the enemy of Non-Violence". READ MORE
Can CBT help with obesity?
Yes CBT can help and so can Hypnotherapy. READ MORE
At what age can a child start behavioral therapy?
Hello, Sorry to hear that your daughter has ADHD. Who diagnosed her with it? What is their advice? You may want to consult with them. I think it’s o.k. to start behavior therapy for her as long as you are also a participant. Take care and remain safe. READ MORE
Should I see a psychologist for insomnia?
Hello, Sorry to hear that you are suffering from Insomnia. Besides seeing a Psychologist who specializes in Hypnotherapy you may also want to consult your PCP. In case you are in FL then contact me. Take care and remain safe. READ MORE
How long does the depression last after quitting smoking?
Hello, Sorry to hear that you have been feeling depressed after you became a non-smoker. Not knowing your background it is difficult to answer your question. Were you depressed when you started smoking? What did smoking accomplish for you? I would suggest go and see a licensed psychologist to explore what is going on in your life that smoking was covering up that now it is manifesting. Keep being a non smoker as it has many health benefits. READ MORE
When should I see a psychiatrist for stress?
Sorry to hear that you get stressed too easily. Psychiatrists, generally prescribe medicines. Is that what you are looking for? In case you want to learn how to manage stressors in your life, without feeling overwhelmed, then I would suggest that you find a licensed psychologist to learn to manage your stress constructively. In case you are in FL then contact me. Take care and remain safe. READ MORE
Professional Society Memberships
- National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists, American Psychological Association, Florida Psychological Association- Miami-Dade-Monroe Chapter, National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology, International Association for Regression Research & Therapies
Favorite professional publications
- Natural Awakenings Magazine
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