ChronicDepressionDysthymia near Stockton, CA

Care Philosophy: I want to make a difference in people's lives.

Biography: Dr. Vishal Patel is guided by psychodynamic and mindfulness-based approaches. He believes in collaboration, patient-centered treatment, and finding the right balance between acceptance and the desire for change.

Care Philosophy: I am sensitive to the uniqueness of each patient situation and adapt my consultations and treatment options to accommodate individual needs and concerns.

Care Philosophy: I believe in developing trusting relationships with my patients through an open communication process by which health and wellness can be attained. This is best achieved through a working partnership between a doctor and patient who share the same goal.

Care Philosophy: I enjoy developing relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds in all stages of life, and treating them as whole persons. Communication, trust, and patient partnership are key to healing and illness prevention.

Care Philosophy: I have an inherent desire to work closely with families and to provide a wide range of services to different groups of people. I like the continuity of care because I want to provide for my patients' medical needs every step of the way. I promote disease prevention and care for the whole patient rather than just the disease.

Biography: Dr. David Finkelstein has been with Mindpath Health since 2013. Dr. Finkelstein has an insight-oriented approach, providing a warm, engaging therapeutic environment. He values active listening, curiosity, compassion, and humor. Dr. Finkelstein acts as a guide to help patients explore how unconscious influences from past experiences may shape current challenges and behaviors. While this forms the foundation of his work, he also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy when appropriate. He doesn’t see any patients solely for medication management. Dr. Finkelstein received additional advanced psychoanalytic psychotherapy training at the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute.

Biography: Dr. Bradley Stauber, MD is an Internist who practices in Carmichael, CA. He is 41 years old and has been practicing for 13 years. Dr. Bradley Stauber, MD is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Zainab Al-Dhaher empowers the family unit and strengthens school and community support when working with children and teenagers. Dr. Zainab Al-Dhaher believes mindfulness, a healthy lifestyle, and strong social connections are crucial to improving mental health. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her loved ones outside of work.

Biography: Dr. Simrita Singh completed her residency and internship in psychiatry at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Singh has taught as a clinical assistant instructor at the University at Buffalo.

Biography: Dr. Rajdeep Ranade has been with Mindpath Health since 2009 and is deeply interested in adolescent and geriatric psychiatry and neuropsychiatry. He completed his internship and residency in psychiatry at Loyola University Health System.

Biography: Dr. Christopher Sinnappan is a dual board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. Dr. Sinnappan helps with anxiety, attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder, and mood disorders. He works with his patients and their families collaboratively. Dr. Sinnappan completed his psychiatry residency and child and adolescent fellowship at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Care Philosophy: I'm rewarded by partnering with patients, helping them understand their complex systems, and using TMS in their treatment plan to support them in leading a healthy and balanced life.

Care Philosophy: I do for every patient what I would expect someone to do for my family.

Care Philosophy: I believe professionalism and respect are vital to providing compassionate care to every patient who walks through our doors.

Biography: Dr. Shannon Peterson has been with Mindpath Health since 2016. In partnership with another student, she designed and implemented the medical Spanish curriculum for medical students, which is still offered today at the University of Southern California.

Care Philosophy: I treat my patients the way I want to be treated. I like to listen and spend time with my patients, to help them understand diseases and treatment.

Care Philosophy: I want to use my diverse medical experience and broad social background in providing state-of-the-art medicine with old-fashioned personal attention.

Biography: Satoko has over 20 years of experience in mental health care. She has a patient-centered approach and uses cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, family dynamics, and mindfulness. Satoko believes everyone should feel heard, safe, supported, and understood. She empowers patients to explore difficult situations and is dedicated to helping them learn skills to be resilient and gain more insight, balance, peace, and happiness in their lives.