Tina Thu-Ha Nguyen, M.D.

Qualifications

Dr. Nguyen is a double board-certified child, adolescent, & adult psychiatrist, as well as psychotherapist. She graduated college from Temple University at the early age of 18. She then obtained her medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Nguyen completed residency training at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in NYC, and a child & adolescent psychiatry fellowship at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Nguyen has had faculty appointments at 2 academic institutions, including Mount Sinai Beth Israel and USC Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Nguyen has chosen to pursue additional training as a psychoanalytic candidate at the New Center for Psychoanalysis.

Dr. Nguyen believes in taking the time to fully understand each patient’s unique situation because one’s state of mind is inseparable from the family and social systems that surround us. Only after a comprehensive evaluation has been completed can a thoughtful, well-informed treatment plan be made. Dr. Nguyen recognizes her patients as individuals and encourages them to be active participants and collaborators in their own treatment planning. For some, this will involve the use of medications. And for others the best course may be to start with psychotherapy or other supportive treatments before medications are considered.

Dr. Nguyen is trained in several different psychotherapeutic modalities including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive therapy, play therapy for children, family therapy, and psychoanalysis. She can also work collaboratively with patients’ private therapists. If medications are recommended, Dr. Nguyen will have a thorough discussion of risks, benefits, and alternatives so that clients can make the best educated decision for their own mental health. With the right foundation and supports, stability and a more fulfilling lifestyle is within reach.

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