Founder / Psychiatrist
Aniruddha "Ani" Deka, MD
Dr. Deka is a Yale-trained, double board-certified psychiatrist who provides comprehensive psychiatric care for adults.
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He treats a broad range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma-related conditions, substance use disorders, ADHD, and psychosis. He also works with patients seeking diagnostic clarification or a second opinion when symptoms are complex or previous treatments have not worked as expected.
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Dr. Deka has particular expertise in psychopharmacology and in the relationship between mental and physical health. His Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry / Psychosomatic Medicine training informs a thoughtful approach to complex cases, including situations where psychiatric symptoms overlap with medical illness, medications, pain, or substance use.
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Treatment is collaborative and individualized and may include medications, psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, or neuromodulation when appropriate—always with an emphasis on careful diagnosis, clear explanations, and shared decision-making.
Kevin Kok, RD
Clinic Operations Director
Kevin oversees clinic operations and the patient experience at Vital Minds Psychiatry. With a background as a registered dietitian and in healthcare operations, he helps ensure that scheduling, communication, and coordination of care are as clear and seamless as possible.
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His goal is to create a welcoming and organized experience so patients can focus on what matters most—their health.
Our Philosophy
We believe that mental wellness and psychiatric care is a collaborative journey. Our practice is rooted in the conviction that clinical expertise, when paired with genuine human connection and respect for each individual's unique story, creates the most powerful foundation for lasting healing. We are dedicated to providing care that is as nuanced and dynamic as the vital minds we serve.
