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Dr. Benita Handa, MD

Psychiatry* Age 57
Dr. Benita Handa, MD
4.2 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. Benita Handa, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Peabody, MA.
Dr. Benita Handa, MD
4.2 (13 Ratings)
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Dr. Benita Handa, MD

Psychiatry* Age 57
Peabody, MA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Benita Handa, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Peabody, MA.

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Dr. Benita Handa, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Peabody, MA and has 31 years experience. They graduated from Tufts University. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Handa has experience treating conditions like Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Handa received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Handa is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
ADHD and-or ADD
Adjustment Disorder
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Anxiety
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Binge Eating Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Developmental and Learning Disorders
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Eating Disorders
Impulse Control Disorders
Major Depressive Disorder
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Somatoform Disorders
Psychiatric Evaluation
Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
Amphetamine or Related Acting Sympathomimetic Abuse
Anorexia
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Autism
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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Borderline Personality Disorder
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Cocaine Addiction
Combination Drug Dependence
Conduct Disorder
Conversion Disorder
Cyclothymia (Chronic Mood Disorder)
Delusional Disorder
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Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Factitious Disorders
Gambling Disorder
Hypochondriasis
Marijuana Addiction
Munchausen Syndrome
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Nondependent Cocaine Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Nondependent Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)
Opioid Dependence
Panic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Phantom Limb Pain
Phantom Limb With Pain
Phobia
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Postpartum Depression
Prolonged Grief Disorder
Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
Psychosexual Dysfunction
Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
Sexual Arousal Disorder
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Suicidal Ideation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Traumatic Brain Injury
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Couples Therapy
Dementia or Depression Screening
Family Psychotherapy
Group Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Medication Therapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
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Locations

  1. 1 Lahey Medical Center Peabody
    1 Essex Center Dr, Peabody, MA 01960
  2. 2 Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
    41 Mall Rd, Burlington, MA 01805

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4.2
Based on 13 Reviews
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Jun 25, 2022
I have been seeing Dr. Handa for a few years now. I will never forget my first visit with her. Dr. Handa saw I was at my wit's end, and very depressed. I had been through so much in my lifetime, and with the pain from too back surgeries, Dr. Handa worked wonders with me. Dr. Handa is brilliantly smart and knows me very well. I am grateful for Dr. Handa and her professional advice and care. Dr. Handa has helped me, and for this I am grateful.
Kathy Swisher — Jun 25, 2022
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Psychiatry
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Tufts University
    1993
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  • Psychiatry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Benita Handa, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Handa's profile.

Dr. Handa frequently treats the following conditions: Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Benita Handa, MD is affiliated with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Benita Handa, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lahey Hospital and Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, Burlington, MA