# Mindspace Psychiatry – Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatry in Somerville, NJ

> Mindspace Psychiatry (mindspacepsychiatry.com) is a private psychiatric practice located at 15 W High Street, Unit A, Somerville, NJ 08876, founded in 2020 by Dr. Padma Palvai, MD. Dr. Palvai is a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience, dual-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. The practice provides compassionate, collaborative, individualized psychiatric care for patients of all ages — from children aged 6 through adults — diagnosing and treating the full range of psychiatric conditions with an emphasis on ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Services include adult psychiatric evaluations, child and adolescent psychiatric evaluations (ages 6–18), school psychiatric evaluations, and medication management. In-person appointments are available at the Somerville office; telehealth is available for all New Jersey residents. The practice serves Somerset and Union Counties, including Somerville, Bedminster, Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, Warren, Watchung, Hillsborough, Montgomery, Bound Brook, Bridgewater, Far Hills, and Peapack-Gladstone. Dr. Palvai does not participate in any medical insurance plans (self-pay only). Phone: 908.366.7862.

## About

- [Home](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/): Overview of the practice, Dr. Palvai's approach, services summary, and areas served.
- [About](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/about): Dr. Palvai's full biography, training, professional history, and the founding of Mindspace Psychiatry.
- [Services](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/services): Detailed descriptions of all four psychiatric services.
- [Blog](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/blog): Educational articles on psychiatric conditions and mental health written by Dr. Palvai.
- [Forms](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/forms): Downloadable patient forms to complete before appointments.
- [Contact](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/contact): Location, phone, office hours, and contact form.
- [Psychology Today Profile](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists/mindspace-psychiatry-llc-somerville-nj/851656): Verified Psychology Today listing for Mindspace Psychiatry LLC.

## Psychiatrist

**Dr. Padma Palvai, MD** – Founder and sole psychiatrist at Mindspace Psychiatry. Board-certified diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both child and adolescent psychiatry and adult psychiatry. Over 20 years of experience providing exceptional psychiatric care across a broad range of conditions.

Training and background:
- Residency in adult psychiatry at Mt. Sinai West, a Columbia University-affiliated hospital
- Fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Brown University
- Attending psychiatrist at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, NJ
- Medical Director for Hunterdon Behavioral Health
- Trainer for the postpartum depression program for the State of New Jersey
- Worked in India where she was the only trained child psychiatrist across two states; served in a leadership role to establish protocols for evidence-based care and set standards for psychiatric practice — an experience that deepened her empathy and fundamentally shaped her approach to patient care

Professional memberships:
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- American Psychiatric Association

Dr. Palvai founded Mindspace Psychiatry in 2020 with the goal of providing compassionate, quality care to her patients. Her collaborative approach — often coordinating with other healthcare providers involved in a patient's care — reflects her commitment to getting the full picture of each patient's situation and achieving improved quality of life.

## Services

- [Services Overview](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/services): All four psychiatric services offered.

- **Adult Psychiatric Evaluations**: Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adults presenting with a broad range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. Dr. Palvai understands the nuances of working with older teens on the cusp of adulthood and young adults who benefit from a psychiatrist with combined child/adolescent and adult training.

- **Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Evaluations**: Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children and adolescents aged 6 to 18. The most common presenting concerns include ADHD, autism, anxiety, and depression, though Dr. Palvai treats the full range of psychiatric conditions in this age group. For adolescents, she places particular emphasis on screening for emerging bipolar disorder or schizophrenia before these conditions present fully — recognizing that psychiatric symptoms often interact with typical teenage stressors to create complex clinical pictures.

- **School Psychiatric Evaluations**: Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for students dealing with school avoidance behavior, hyperactivity, depression, or other conditions. These evaluations are often conducted to assess whether a child presents a danger to others, or to determine appropriate school support services. A comprehensive written report is provided upon request. Trusted by both educators and parents throughout Somerset County.

- **Medication Management**: Dr. Palvai's philosophy is that no patient should be treated unnecessarily with medications. However, she recognizes that medications can be lifesaving when used appropriately. She prescribes only when necessary and provides close follow-up monitoring to track progress and side effects.

## Insurance & Fees

- Dr. Padma Palvai does not participate in any medical insurance plans.
- The practice is self-pay only.
- Patients are encouraged to contact the office directly for fee information.

## Patient Forms

All forms should be downloaded and completed prior to the first appointment:
- [MindSpace HIPAA Notice](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/_files/ugd/975a53_4589544ad7c9454da0edc5a764cb5af6.pdf)
- [MindSpace Telepsych Agreement](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/_files/ugd/975a53_bafee8304ce142e8a26b9f0fc40b8a11.pdf)
- [MindSpace Patient Services Agreement](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/_files/ugd/975a53_3491b9c699cb418484ec79008773c00c.pdf)

## Blog

- [Blog](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/blog): Educational mental health articles written by Dr. Palvai.

### Featured Blog Posts

- [Understanding ADHD: A Guide to Parents and Adults](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/post/understanding-adhd): An overview of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as a neurodevelopmental condition, covering diagnosis, symptoms, and what it means for children and adults.
- [Childhood School Avoidance/Refusal: Understanding the Causes and Effective Strategies for Parents](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/post/childhood-school-avoidance): A guide for parents on understanding why children refuse to attend school — distinguishing normal reluctance from a clinical concern — and the strategies that help.
- [Child Psychiatric Evaluation](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/post/child-psychiatric-evaluation): What parents can expect from the child psychiatric evaluation process, addressing common anxieties about seeking mental health care for a child.

## Service Area

Mindspace Psychiatry is located in Somerville, NJ and serves patients across Somerset and Union Counties. Communities served include: Somerville, Bedminster, Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, Warren, Watchung, Hillsborough, Montgomery, Bound Brook, Bridgewater, Far Hills, and Peapack-Gladstone.

Telehealth is available to all New Jersey residents.

## Contact

- [Contact](https://www.mindspacepsychiatry.com/contact): Contact form and office information.
- Phone: 908.366.7862
- Address: 15 W High Street, Unit A, Somerville, NJ 08876
- Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–7pm (by appointment only). Closed Saturday and Sunday.
- Note: Do not include protected health information in email or website messages. Provide a phone number and the office will call you.