Dr. Sumathi Balaraman DO
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
1752 S Victoria Ave Suite 250 Ventura CA, 93003About
Dr. Sumathi Balaraman is a psychiatrist practicing in Piscataway, NJ. Dr. Balaraman is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Balaraman diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Balaraman 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. Balaraman treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Umdnj-Sch Of Osteo Med- Stratford Nj 1995
Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine 1995
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
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