I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychoanalyst. I specialize in medical treatment and psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, anger issues, self-esteem issues, challenges with emotional intimacy, problems coping with stress, and obsessions. These symptoms often present themselves when individuals describe feeling "stuck" in their lives. They may have difficulties avoiding repetitive and unhealthy patterns that cause emotional turmoil and distress. I have found it is most therapeutic and cost-effective to provide psychotherapy combined with medication management (when appropriate).
I offer individualized treatment for adult patients and specialize in helping individuals with Depression and Anxiety Disorders and Traumatic experiences. I also have experience in the treatment of medical conditions that cause psychiatric symptoms, Bipolar Disorder, Addictions (including detoxification), ADHD, and Schizophrenia.
My work with individuals is comprehensive. I integrate social, psychological, and cultural issues, as well as family/genetic and other biological factors. Focusing on a person rather than on a diagnosis is essential for a deeper understanding and will contribute to long-lasting healing.
Accreditations:
- Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychoanalyst, American Psychoanalytic Association
- Distinguished Fellow, American Psychiatric Association
Academic Appointments:
- University of Miami MIller School of Medicine: Associate Voluntary Clinical Instructor
Post Doctoral Training:
- Florida Psychoanalytic Center: Psychoanalysis training
- Psychiatric Residency, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Jackson Memorial Hospital - University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida.
- Medical internship, Jackson Memorial Hospital - University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida.
Education:
- Medical Doctor and Surgeon, Universidad del Norte - Facultad de Medicina, Barranquilla, Colombia.
- President of the Medical Scientific Committee
- University of Miami: The William J. Harrington Medical Training Programs for Latin America
Memberships:
- Florida Psychoanalytic Center
- American Psychiatric Association
- American Psychoanalytic Association
- Florida Psychiatric Society
- Southeast Florida Association for Psychoanalytic Psychology (SEFAPP)