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About Dr. Rashesh Dholakia
Dr. Rashesh Dholakia is a board-certified psychiatrist dedicated to helping individuals across the lifespan achieve meaningful mental, emotional, and behavioral change in order to improve overall well-being and quality of life.
Dr. Dholakia works with children, adolescents, adults, and families; he also provides specialized care for corporate executives, physicians, and other professionals navigating the demands of high-stress careers. His approach emphasizes balance, emotional resilience, and sustainable mental health in both personal and professional spheres.
He specializes in psychopharmacology and utilizes evidence-based treatment strategies that include thoughtful medication management, individualized psychotherapeutic recommendations, and targeted lifestyle interventions. Dr. Dholakia treats a wide range of pediatric and adult psychiatric conditions, with particular clinical expertise in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). He also offers comprehensive second-opinion evaluations for complex or treatment-resistant cases.
At the core of Dr. Dholakia’s practice is a commitment to patient-centered, collaborative care. He takes the time to understand each patient—or child—beyond the immediate concern that prompted the visit, recognizing the importance of individual strengths, challenges, and life context. Treatment plans are carefully tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals.
Dr. Dholakia works closely with families, primary care physicians, psychotherapists, educators, and other professionals to ensure a coordinated and integrated approach to care. His goal is to provide compassionate, thorough, and personalized treatment that supports long-term mental health and overall well-being.
About Thalia Ford, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Thalia Ford, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC is a board-certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), specializing in Family Practice and Psychiatric Mental Health Across the Lifespan, certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), graduating Cum Laude, from Shenandoah University, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Simmons College. Thalia further honed her expertise with a Post-Master’s Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health from Wilkes University.
With over a decade of experience in a hospital setting, Thalia initially worked in orthopedics, cardiology, and medical observation units. She later transitioned to the community as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and, ultimately, as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)—a role that aligns with her true calling. Over the past seven years, she has gained invaluable experience working with diverse patient populations in community health, private practice, and long-term care settings.
Passionate about holistic care, Thalia is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered treatment to individuals from all walks of life. She is grounded in evidence-based practices and takes great pride in building strong, trusting relationships with her patients, empowering them to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Thalia also serves as a nursing professor, mentoring students through both their academic and clinical journeys. She remains actively involved in student education, guiding the next generation of healthcare professionals and offering them hands-on experiences that enhance their learning.
A staunch advocate for mental health, Thalia works tirelessly to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health challenges. She is committed to ongoing professional development, continually expanding her knowledge through education and certifications to ensure she provides the most current and compassionate care to her patients.
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Psychiatric Background
Board Certification
Diplomate of American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology: General Adult Psychiatry
Diplomate of American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology: Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Diplomate of American Board of Obesity Medicine
Training, Education, and Research
Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Hofstra North Shore- LIJ School of Medicine, New York (currently Northwell Health)
Residency in General Psychiatry
UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School, New Jersey (currently Rutgers New Jersey Medical School)
Master of Public Health (M.P.H)
UMDNJ- School of Public Health, New Jersey (currently Rutgers School of Public Health)
New Jersey Autism Study (2009- 2011)
Clinician Reviews for CDC sponsored Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network
Awards/Recognitions
Commitment to Excellence Award, Wayne Memorial Hospital, 2016
Community Service Excellence Award, Pike Behavioral Health, 2015
Clinical Excellence Award, Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Hofstra North Shore- LIJ, 2013
Chief Fellow, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Hofstra North Shore- LIJ, 2012-2013
Lester Granet Resident Achievement Award for Leadership, clinical skills and teaching, UMDNJ- NJMS, 2011
Chief Resident, General Adult Psychiatry, UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School, 2010-2011
Vice President – New Jersey Psychiatric Association Residents’ Chapter, 2010-2011
Golden Apple Award Nominee for Excellence in Teaching Medical Students, UMDNJ- NJMS, 2010
Best Research Paper Award, New Jersey Psychiatric Association, 2010
Assistant Chief Resident, General Adult Psychiatry, UMDNJ- New Jersey Medical School, 2009-2010