Conditions Treated
Whatever you're facing,
you're not alone in it
Dr. Farkas has extensive training and real-world experience across the full spectrum of adult psychiatric conditions — with particular expertise in cases where standard care has not provided adequate relief.
Common conditions we treat
Mood Disorders
Depression & mood conditions
Mood disorders are among the most common — and most undertreated — conditions in psychiatry. Dr. Farkas has deep expertise across the full spectrum, with particular focus on cases where previous treatment has fallen short.
Major Depressive Disorder
Persistent depressed mood, loss of interest, changes in sleep and appetite, difficulty concentrating, fatigue, and sometimes thoughts of death. Dr. Farkas specializes in treatment-resistant cases where standard antidepressants have not provided adequate relief.
Bipolar Disorder
Episodic mood disorder with periods of depression alternating with elevated mood (mania or hypomania). Bipolar II is frequently misdiagnosed as unipolar depression — a mistake with serious treatment consequences. Diagnostic precision is one of Dr. Farkas's defining strengths.
Postpartum Depression
Depression onset within weeks to months of childbirth, often triggered by hormonal changes, sleep deprivation, and the life transition of new parenthood. Not baby blues. Requires specialist care — especially regarding medication safety during breastfeeding.
Persistent Depressive Disorder
Chronic, lower-grade depression lasting two or more years. Often dismissed as "just how I am" — but it is a real, treatable condition that significantly impacts quality of life and relationships.
PMDD & Perimenopausal Depression
Severe cyclic mood changes tied to the menstrual cycle (PMDD) or depression emerging during the hormonal transition of perimenopause. Hormonal context changes the treatment approach significantly.
Grief & Adjustment Disorders
Complicated grief, bereavement, and the psychiatric impact of major life changes — divorce, job loss, serious illness, relocation. When grief or stress tips into clinical disorder, treatment makes a real difference.
Anxiety & Related Disorders
Anxiety, OCD & trauma conditions
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Persistent, excessive worry about multiple life areas — work, health, relationships, money — occurring more days than not, with physical symptoms including tension, fatigue, and sleep disruption.
Panic Disorder & Agoraphobia
Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks with intense physical symptoms — chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, fear of dying — often leading to avoidance behaviors that shrink a person's world.
Social Anxiety Disorder
Intense fear of social situations where embarrassment or negative evaluation might occur, often leading to avoidance that profoundly limits professional and personal life.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) driving anxiety, followed by repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) to reduce distress. Including "Pure-O" OCD and postpartum OCD, which are frequently unrecognized.
PTSD & Complex Trauma
Post-traumatic stress from accidents, assault, medical events, combat, or childhood adversity. Complex PTSD from prolonged or repeated trauma. Trauma-informed care that prioritizes safety and pacing throughout.
Postpartum Anxiety & OCD
Postpartum anxiety and intrusive thoughts (postpartum OCD) are among the most underdiagnosed perinatal conditions. These are NOT signs of being a bad parent — they are medical conditions that respond well to appropriate treatment.
Attention & Neurodevelopmental
ADHD & related conditions
Adult ADHD
Inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity persisting into adulthood — often presenting differently than childhood ADHD. Dr. Farkas conducts thorough diagnostic evaluations distinguishing ADHD from anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, which frequently co-occur or mimic ADHD symptoms.
Insomnia & Sleep Disorders
Chronic insomnia, hypersomnia, circadian rhythm disorders, and sleep disturbances related to psychiatric conditions. Non-medication approaches (CBT-I) prioritized alongside targeted pharmacotherapy when needed.
Eating Disorders
Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and ARFID. Psychiatric management in collaboration with dietitians and therapists as part of a coordinated treatment team.
Areas of Deep Expertise
Where Dr. Farkas's training
goes furthest
These are the conditions where Dr. Farkas's rare MD/PhD credentials and NIH research background make the most meaningful difference for patients.
Treatment-Resistant Depression
For patients who've tried 2+ antidepressants without adequate relief. Dr. Farkas identifies why previous medications failed and selects the next approach based on mechanism — not trial and error. Includes advanced options like TMS and ketamine.
Learn about treatments →Postpartum & Perinatal Psychiatry
Specialized expertise in postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and bipolar disorder — with deep knowledge of medication safety during breastfeeding. Care that enables effective treatment without forcing you to choose between mental health and nursing.
View postpartum services →Complex Diagnostic Cases
When other clinicians have been uncertain, or prior treatment hasn't worked as expected, Dr. Farkas offers a fresh, comprehensive evaluation with rigorous diagnostic methodology. She frequently identifies what was missed — including bipolar disorder misdiagnosed as depression.
Request a second opinion →Complex Polypharmacy & Side Effects
For patients on multiple psychiatric medications with unclear rationale, or experiencing cumulative side effects that affect quality of life. Dr. Farkas's pharmaceutical research background makes her uniquely qualified to simplify and optimize complex regimens.
View medication optimization →When to Seek Care
Signs it's time to see
a psychiatrist
Psychiatry is not just for crisis. These are common signals that a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation could help — even if you're already in therapy or seeing a primary care doctor.
Medications not working. You've tried antidepressants or other psychiatric medications without adequate relief.
Unclear diagnosis. You've received conflicting diagnoses or your current diagnosis doesn't fully explain your symptoms.
Intolerable side effects. Your medication helps but causes weight gain, sexual dysfunction, or cognitive fog you can't accept.
Postpartum symptoms. Depression, anxiety, or intrusive thoughts after having a baby — especially with breastfeeding concerns.
Functional impairment. Symptoms are affecting your work, relationships, or ability to do things you value — even if they feel "manageable."
Second opinion needed. You want an independent expert review before committing to a major treatment change.
Don't see your condition listed?
This is not a complete list. Dr. Farkas treats the full range of adult psychiatric presentations. If you're unsure whether she can help, a brief conversation is always welcome.
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