Smita Gautam, MD (Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist) — Psychiatrist in Chicago, IL
Address444 N Michigan Ave 30th Floor IL, Chicago, IL 60611
Websitefamily-institute.org
Smita Gautam, MD, is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist. She completed her fellowship at the University of Illinois at Chicago and her adult psychiatry residency at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Gautam also has prior psychiatric training in India. She believes in timely interventions and employs a three-pronged approach combining medication, psychotherapy, and holistic interventions such as supplements, gut microbiome work, breathing exercises, and mindfulness when appropriate. Dr. Gautam emphasizes collaboration with other treatment providers, school staff, and family members. Her treatment approach is trauma-informed, recognizing the impact of trauma on patients and families.
Best for
- Children and adolescents
- Families
- Trauma-informed care
| Key services | Medication Management, Psychiatric Evaluation, Psychotherapy, Integrative Systemic Therapy, Diagnostic Assessment |
| Languages | English |
| Tags | child psychiatrist, adolescent psychiatrist, psychiatry, medication management, psychotherapy, holistic interventions, trauma-informed, anxiety, adhd, autism |
Reviews on Google4.3 · 4 reviews
Dr. Gautum is very brilliant and thorough.
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