Dr. Priti Kothari
Expert Mental Health Services in Boca Raton, FL
If you are looking for compassionate, personalized mental health care in Boca Raton, FL, Dr. Priti Kothari provides comprehensive psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults. With extensive experience treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral concerns, and mood disorders, Dr. Kothari takes a patient-centered approach to helping individuals achieve improved emotional wellness and quality of life.
Serving Boca Raton and surrounding South Florida communities, Dr. Kothari offers thorough psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Whether you are seeking support for your child, teenager, or yourself, our goal is to provide effective, evidence-based mental health care in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Priti M. Kothari, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. She has been serving the South Florida community in private practice since 2005, providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and individualized medication/therapy management for patients as young as one year old through adulthood.
Dr. Kothari completed her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital after finishing her Adult Psychiatry residency at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt Hospitals. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and holds a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology with a concentration in Women’s Studies from Princeton University, reflecting her long-standing interest in the intersection of culture, gender, and mental health.
Her clinical expertise spans ADHD, Autism, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, OCD
, Tourette’s syndrome, PTSD, amongst other disorders. She is also trained in Cogmed Working Memory Training, Lindamood-Bell program, forms of educational testing, and other integrative programs that connect learning, development, and emotional well-being.
Known for her thorough and collaborative approach, Dr. Kothari considers biological, cognitive, behavioral, and psychosocial factors in treatment.
She is recognized for her accessibility, close follow-up, and culturally sensitive care, with attention not only to the individual but also to family systems.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Kothari serves as an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Florida, Preceptor at Nova, and Advisor and Board Member at Florida Atlantic University. She is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association, American Academy of Child Psychiatry, Indian Physicians of Florida, Princeton Women’s Association, International OCD Foundation, Tourette Syndrome Association, along with numerous other academic and nonprofit institutions.
Her dedication extends beyond the office through community education, advocacy, and volunteer leadership. She has spoken at institutions including Cleveland Clinic Florida, as well as other regional healthcare facilities. She is a national speaker for organizations and groups such as OCD, ADHD, Tourette’s, and Autism nonprofits. In recognition of her contributions, Palm Beach County officially proclaimed November 4, 2025, as “Dr. Priti M. Kothari Day.”
Dr. Kothari has received national recognition for leadership and scholarship, including the American Psychiatric Association/Aventis Travel Fellowship for Women Resident Leaders in Psychiatry, and has published in peer-reviewed journals in child and adolescent psychiatry.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys yoga, travel, reading, and spending time at the beach. Her biggest passion both inside and outside the office is advocacy for neurodivergence in the community.
Why Choose Dr. Priti Kothari for Mental Health Services in Boca Raton?
Choosing the right psychiatrist is an important step toward achieving better mental health. Dr. Priti Kothari is a board-certified psychiatrist with specialized training in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, providing comprehensive care for patients throughout Boca Raton and South Florida.
Patients and families choose Dr. Kothari because of her personalized approach to treatment, commitment to understanding each patient's unique circumstances, and dedication to long-term emotional wellness. She combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to help individuals navigate challenges related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, autism spectrum disorders, behavioral concerns, and other mental health conditions.
Our practice emphasizes collaborative care, working closely with patients, parents, educators, and healthcare providers when appropriate to develop treatment plans that support success at home, school, work, and in daily life. With a focus on accurate diagnosis, individualized treatment, and ongoing support, Dr. Kothari helps patients build the skills and confidence needed to thrive.
Schedule an Appointment for Mental Health Care in Boca Raton, FL
If you or a loved one is struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, autism spectrum disorders, or other mental health concerns, Dr. Priti Kothari is here to help. Our Boca Raton practice provides comprehensive psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults in a supportive and confidential setting.
Take the first step toward improved mental wellness today. Contact our Boca Raton office to schedule a consultation and learn how personalized mental health treatment can help you or your family achieve lasting emotional health and well-being.