Overview
Dr. Rastgar, an Adult Psychiatrist at Integrative Behavioral Health and Medicine, Inc., is a native of South Jersey, specifically Atlantic City. He obtained his MD from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his General Psychiatry Residency at West Virginia University. Dr. Rastgar's residency performance was distinguished, earning him the titles of Chief Resident and Resident of the Year for delivering exceptional care. He actively contributed to medical education by developing programs and leading conferences in adult and geriatric psychiatry.
Adopting a patient-centered approach, Dr. Rastgar integrates evidence-based practices and the biopsychosocial model in his mental health care. Grounded in cognitive-behavioral principles, he fosters a supportive therapeutic relationship. Dr. Rastgar places emphasis on goal-centered care, utilizing motivational enhancement strategies to guide individuals on their path to comprehensive mental well-being. He sees himself not only as a provider but as a coach.
Education:
Medical Doctor, The George Washington University - School of Medicine and Health Sciences (2010 - 2016)
Residency in Psychiatry, West Virginia University School of Medicine (2016 - 2020)
Bachelor of Science in Brain, Behavior, and Cognitive Science, The University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and Arts (2006 - 2010).
Dr. Rastgar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Bulimia.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
21515 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
4546 El Camino Real, B7, Los Altos, CA 94022
532 N Magnolia Ave, #675, Anaheim, CA 92801
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Rastgar has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- BulimiaDr. Rastgar isAdvanced. Learn about Bulimia.
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Dr. Rastgar isAdvanced. Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
- Major DepressionDr. Rastgar isAdvanced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Dr. Rastgar isAdvanced. Learn about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Rastgar isAdvanced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
- Experienced
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Rastgar isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Dr. Rastgar isExperienced. Learn about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).