Dr. Prasad is an adult psychiatrist who cares for patients ages 18 and older, working with individuals across the lifespan from young adulthood through later life. She provides comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care for a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety , eating disorders, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions such as PTSD, OCD, ADHD in adults, sleep disorders, substance use, and psychotic disorders. She has particular experience in treating eating disorders, including work in higher levels of care such as PHP and IOP programs. Her approach integrates evidence-based medication management with a broader, whole-person perspective, drawing on her training in integrative psychiatry to incorporate lifestyle, nutrition, and other complementary strategies when appropriate. Care is collaborative, individualized, and focused on helping patients achieve meaningful and lasting improvement.

For Dr Prasad at Lakeside Psychiatry, mental health is tailored to a person’s needs. There is no one size fits all. Dr Prasad uses her extensive experience in therapy, medication management, integrative psychiatry as well as both outpatient and higher level of care, to work with a patient on a collaborative treatment plan. Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

At Lakeside Psychiatry, protecting your privacy and confidentiality is a top priority. We follow all federal HIPAA regulations and use secure, encrypted systems for scheduling, telepsychiatry visits, documentation, and communication. Your personal health information is kept strictly confidential and is only shared when legally required or when you provide written permission (this includes from your employer).

We understand that seeking mental health care is deeply personal, and we are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional environment where you can feel comfortable discussing your concerns openly.

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who specializes in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions. After medical school, psychiatrists complete residency training in psychiatry and are licensed to prescribe medications, evaluate medical causes of psychiatric symptoms, and provide a range of treatments including psychotherapy and medication management.

A psychologist typically holds a doctoral degree in psychology (PhD or PsyD) and specializes in psychological testing, therapy, and behavioral interventions. Psychologists are highly trained in psychotherapy and assessment but generally do not prescribe medications in most states.

Both psychiatrists and psychologists play important roles in mental health care, and many patients benefit from collaborative treatment involving both therapy and medical management.