Dr. David Tascarella, MD is an adult & adolescent psychiatry specialist in Atlanta, GA and has been practicing for 25 years. He graduated from Creighton University School Of Medicine in 1982 and specializes in adult & adolescent psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and more.Read his story
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Dr. Tascarella's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Tascarella "The Institute for Higher Living is based on Dr. Tascarella's philosophy of achieving wellness through balance of mind, body and spirit. He has dedicated his life toward making a difference in how Behavioral Healthcare is delivered, taking it to a much needed and more contemporary approach to diagnosis and treatment. He and his staff genuinely care about each individual under our care in terms of feelings, meeting one's goals, achieving happiness and feeling fulfilled in one's life. Dr. Tascarella is one of the Nation's top-rated psychiatrists. He has special expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of ADD/ADHD [Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder] and Alcohol/Drug Dependencies. He has been designated as a National Thought Leader in Psychiatry. Dr. Tascarella also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Bipolar Disorder (including Acute Mania), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Sleep Disorders, Psychosis and Obesity/Morbid Obesity, among others. Dr. Tascarella has developed revolutionary diagnostic and treatment protocols over the last 25 years through his own independent research and data analysis. 80-90% of those he treats for alcoholism/addiction succeed in long term recovery utilizing his unique outpatient approaches. His expertise allows for accurate diagnoses of behavioral and medical conditions that are very often missed by other providers. All too often, someone is referred for evaluation of a behavioral health issue which ultimately turns out to be medical in origin, although, it presents itself with behavioral signs and symptoms. One of Dr. Tascarella's patient's, Kevin Patrick, wrote "No Way to be Treated," a book inspired by his many failed treatments which lead up to his successful treatment under Dr. Tascarella's care. Dr. Tascarella was honored by Kevin's requesting him to write the Foreword to the book, being included in the acknowledgements along with Kevin's family and being referenced in the book."
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This content was provided by Dr. Tascarella "Our philosophy is based on a concept of achieving balance in health, wellness and spirituality.Our treatment setting insures confidentiality and fosters personal growth and awareness."
8 Specialties
- Adult & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Addiction Psychiatry
- Anxiety Disorders
- Counseling
- Other
- Psychiatry
- Sleep Medicine
- Substance Abuse Counseling
1 Board Certifications
- PsychiatryAccredited by: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology*
16 Conditions Treated
- Addiction
- ADHD and-or ADD
- ADHD Comorbidity
- Adjustment Disorder
- Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depressive Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Morbid Obesity
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep Disorders
18 Procedures
- ADHD Testing
- Alcohol Testing
- Behavior Modification
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Counseling Services
- Couples Therapy
- Detoxification
- Detoxification Evaluation
- Drug Testing
- Family Psychotherapy
- Marital Counseling
- Medication Management
- Outpatient Psychiatry
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Psychopharmacologic Treatment
- Psychopharmacology Management
- Psychotherapy Services
- Stress Management
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Georgia.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Creighton UniversityUndergraduate School | Graduated 1978
- Creighton University School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1982
- King's County Medical CenterInternship Hospital | Completed 1984
- Bellevue Medical CenterResidency Hospital | Completed 1993
- Continuing Medical Education (CME)Other Education | Completed 2014
- Fact (Family Addiction Counseling Treatment)Other Education | Completed 1992
- Medical Director of Dual Diagnosis Inpatient Program, NYU-Bellevue Medical CenterOther Education | Completed 1993
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
Dr. Tascarella has no media or publications listed.
Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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