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Ranjan Patel
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Dr. Ranjan Patel is passionate about doing excellent psychotherapy and has unwavering commitment to her specialty. She's honored to help people change their lives in ways they want. She hopes to embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with her clients. She works exclusively in private practice and welcomes the opportunity to do a phone consultation--650-692-5235. For more information, please visit: www.DrRanjanPatel.com
37 years
Experience
Ranjan Patel
- Burlingame, CA
- CIIS
- Accepting new patients
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Are antidepressants effective for panic attacks?
Some anti-depressants (in specific classes) are effective for treating panic disorder. The best way to address this is to consult a psychiatrist, who specializes in assessing and READ MORE
Some anti-depressants (in specific classes) are effective for treating panic disorder. The best way to address this is to consult a psychiatrist, who specializes in assessing and prescribing for this type of symptom.
I can barely remember?
Please make an appointment to see your internist, who might refer you to a neurologist and also a neuropsychologist for assessments. It's important to rule out an organic cause READ MORE
Please make an appointment to see your internist, who might refer you to a neurologist and also a neuropsychologist for assessments. It's important to rule out an organic cause for your symptoms.
Can talk therapy be harmful?
It is not harmful if your therapy and therapist is a good fit for you. If you are in therapy and feel it's harming you, making you feel worse, hurting you in any way, please share READ MORE
It is not harmful if your therapy and therapist is a good fit for you. If you are in therapy and feel it's harming you, making you feel worse, hurting you in any way, please share it with your therapist and/or find a another therapist. I'm sorry about what you're going through and wish you the best.
What do counselors do for anxiety?
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior READ MORE
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), mindfulness training, ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy). If there are OCD aspects or others, more specialized therapies might also be indicated, e.g. ERP (Exposure Response Training).
What is the best psychological treatment for schizophrenia?
The first step is to make sure you're working with a psychiatrist who is prescribing an effective medication to manage your symptoms. It's a also key to finding a therapist who's READ MORE
The first step is to make sure you're working with a psychiatrist who is prescribing an effective medication to manage your symptoms. It's a also key to finding a therapist who's working with you to deal with "breakthrough" symptoms. There are many strategies which your therapist will review with you--one size does not fit all, so it's hard to know ahead of time which will be the best fit for you.
What is the most common therapy for anxiety?
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior READ MORE
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), mindfulness training, ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy). If there are OCD aspects or others, more specialized therapies might also be indicated, e.g. ERP (Exposure Response Training).
Does depression cause personality change?
Yes, depression can cause a change in personality and behaviors, e.g. sleeping more than usual is definitely a classic symptom. Please take your daughter to a psychiatrist or psychologist READ MORE
Yes, depression can cause a change in personality and behaviors, e.g. sleeping more than usual is definitely a classic symptom. Please take your daughter to a psychiatrist or psychologist for an assessment and psychotherapy.
What is the difference between a psychologist and a neuropsychologist?
A neuropsychologist has specialized training to assess via objective and subjective measures, aspects of your your mind's functionality. A neuropsychologist assess all ages, though READ MORE
A neuropsychologist has specialized training to assess via objective and subjective measures, aspects of your your mind's functionality. A neuropsychologist assess all ages, though some might specialize in pediatrics or geriatrics, adolescents, etc. A psychologist, on the other hand, is trained in psychotherapy and helping you resolve symptoms you're going in for, though some psychologists also do assessments of personality.
What are the key features of psychodynamic approach?
This orientation is sometimes called "insight" where you and your therapist make connections between your child, events during it and key relationships from your childhood to current READ MORE
This orientation is sometimes called "insight" where you and your therapist make connections between your child, events during it and key relationships from your childhood to current events and who you are today. From this, you explore aspects of your traits and states, evolving and making the changes that are important to you, with your therapist reflecting back to you key points.
Can a psychologist help with anxiety?
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior READ MORE
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), mindfulness training, ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy). If there are OCD aspects or others, more specialized therapies might also be indicated, e.g. ERP (Exposure Response Training).
Is most back pain psychological?
The human mind and body are remarkably complex. I would never tell you that your back pain--or any other physical pain is psychological. Please see a specialist, e.g. orthopedist, READ MORE
The human mind and body are remarkably complex. I would never tell you that your back pain--or any other physical pain is psychological. Please see a specialist, e.g. orthopedist, pain management specialist, etc., There are also psychological methods to manage chronic pain, e..g. to accept it and live with it. But this is saying something different than root causing it as "psychological" in origin. This is reductionistic and far from accurate. Please see an MD to get a strategy for dealing with it.
Can you overcome anxiety by yourself?
Yes, there are many books/self help options available that you can practice yourself. But therapy is also a great idea, e.g. There are many theoretic orientations and interventions READ MORE
Yes, there are many books/self help options available that you can practice yourself. But therapy is also a great idea, e.g. There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), mindfulness training, ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy). If there are OCD aspects or others, more specialized therapies might also be indicated, e.g. ERP (Exposure Response Training).
Can anxiety be managed?
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior READ MORE
There are many theoretic orientations and interventions for anxiety, and it depends on the specific person and the type of anxiety. Examples of therapies are CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), mindfulness training, ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy). If there are OCD aspects or others, more specialized therapies might also be indicated, e.g. ERP (Exposure Response Training).
Can couples therapy make things worse?
This is a complex issue. Your couples therapist needs to know about this addiction, so that he/she can make best clinical decisions about how to proceed. If you feel things are READ MORE
This is a complex issue. Your couples therapist needs to know about this addiction, so that he/she can make best clinical decisions about how to proceed. If you feel things are worse as a result of the therapy, please be sure to let the therapist know so that she/he can change the therapy or refer you to another therapist or take steps to directly address the addiction.
Can manic depression be fixed?
Congratulations on taking the first step in caring for yourself: getting an assessment/diagnosis is crucial. Bipolar I and II can be managed very well, with the right medications READ MORE
Congratulations on taking the first step in caring for yourself: getting an assessment/diagnosis is crucial. Bipolar I and II can be managed very well, with the right medications and psychotherapy plus other support strategies. It's important to be regular with all of your management and even if you feel like you're doing better, do not adjust or stop taking your meds without first consulting your doctor. I wish you the best.
Is CBT effective for social anxiety in children?
Yes, absolutely CBT has a wide range of applications and can help children as well as adults. Be sure to consult with a child therapist who might be the best fit with the right READ MORE
Yes, absolutely CBT has a wide range of applications and can help children as well as adults. Be sure to consult with a child therapist who might be the best fit with the right level of expertise.
Can a psychologist help with chronic pain?
Though a therapist will not be able to help with the actual cause of the physical pain, he/she can help with your coping strategies with it, and therefore, your experience of it, READ MORE
Though a therapist will not be able to help with the actual cause of the physical pain, he/she can help with your coping strategies with it, and therefore, your experience of it, plus your daily managing of it. How to live successfully with something you cannot change is one of the best hallmarks and features of what psychotherapy can help you with.
No change after OCD medication?
If you've been taking it as prescribed, it's time to see your provider and either switch medications or increase dosage. Because we do not currently have a blood test or other READ MORE
If you've been taking it as prescribed, it's time to see your provider and either switch medications or increase dosage. Because we do not currently have a blood test or other test to predict which medication will work on what client, it's a trial and error process. This is understandably frustrating and difficult, but often ultimately yields a good result, e.g. you find a medication which helps.
How to treat my vertigo?
In addition to a psychiatrist, it would also be best to see an ENT specialist who can further assess your symptoms and rule out other potential ear issues.
How long does it take for CBT to work for ADHD?
It depends on both the rapport between client and therapist, as well as the client's compliance with the strategies and homework given. It's best to see a provider who specializes READ MORE
It depends on both the rapport between client and therapist, as well as the client's compliance with the strategies and homework given. It's best to see a provider who specializes in ADHD.
