Nomita Sonty, PHD

Specialties:
Psychology, Pain Medicine/Management

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Overview

Nomita Sonty, Ph.D is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in Pain Management and Behavioral Medicine. She joined the faculty of the Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pain Medicine at Columbia University in 1998, after having spent many years at the National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington DC. She holds the academic title of Associate Professor of Medical Psychology at CUMC. She is also a member of the core faculty for the Psychology internship program and Pain Medicine Fellowship at Columbia University.
Dr. Sonty is experienced in evaluating and treating psychological aspects of many chronic pain conditions including headache disorders. She performs pre-surgical behavioral evaluations for implantable devices. She offers individual and couples psychotherapy for those suffering from chronic pain and other chronic medical illnesses. Her theoretical orientation is CBT. She is also experienced in using biofeedback for pain disorders.

Areas of Expertise / Conditions Treated

Adjustment Disorder
Anxiety
Depression
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Mental Health
Panic Disorder
Psychotherapy
Relationship Problems
Social Anxiety Disorder
Stress Management
Work-Related Stress

Academic Appointments

Associate Professor of Medical Psychology (in Anesthesiology and Psychiatry) at CUMC

Administrative Titles

Administrative Director, Division of Pain Management

Hospital Affiliations

NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center

Languages

Hindi

Gender

Female

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New and Existing Patients: (212) 305-7114

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Credentials & Experience

Education & Training

National Institute of Mental Health & Neuro Sciences, India
Fellowship: St Louis University Medical Center