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Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
(716) 452-9844
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Dara Faden

Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C (she, her)

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3859 North Buffalo Street, Orchard Park, NY 14127
(716) 452-9844
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OCD often goes misdiagnosed and therefore untreated. Have you tried therapy for your OCD and are still struggling? At Sterling Psychiatry, we offer the gold-standard treatment for OCD, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Intrusive thoughts and fears can be frightening to confront. Together, we will slowly make your world a bigger place by facing these fears one step at a time. You will learn strategies to minimize your compulsions, leaving more free time to enjoy life!
I am both a Psychiatric Physician Assistant and a Social Worker, providing therapy and medication management when appropriate. This allows for individualized care without the need to coordinate treatment across multiple providers. Because specialized OCD treatment is not always easy to find, my training enables me to fill the gap in care.
In addition to therapy, Sterling Psychiatry offers medication assessments and treatment. Our team specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions with care and compassion. At Sterling Psychiatry, we believe "mental health IS health."
Call or Dara Faden now for a free 15 minute consultation - (716) 452-9844

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sterling Psychiatry

3859 North Buffalo Street

Orchard Park, NY 14127 map

 (716) 452-9844
My website
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (716) 452-9844
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sterling Psychiatry

3859 North Buffalo Street

Orchard Park, NY 14127 map

 (716) 452-9844
My website
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Independent Health
  • Univera
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At Sterling Psychiatry, we accept most insurance companies. We can also provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement.
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Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844
"
At Sterling Psychiatry, we accept most insurance companies. We can also provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement.
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: New York / 017275 Dara Faden

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 15 years
  • George Washington University, MSHS, Graduated 2011

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Council on Social Work Education MSW / 2023
  • Degree/Diploma from Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) DHS-C / 2021
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Being both a Psychiatric Physician Assistant and a specialized Social Worker, I can provide joint sessions that include both medication management and therapy or therapy alone.
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844
"
Being both a Psychiatric Physician Assistant and a specialized Social Worker, I can provide joint sessions that include both medication management and therapy or therapy alone.
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
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When treating OCD or any anxiety issue, I start slowly. Facing fears can be very hard. Just coming to the office may be hard. With this understanding, I try to add humor to my therapy when asking people to face their fears. With some fears, we can not confront them in the office. We will get creative in helping you!
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844
"
When treating OCD or any anxiety issue, I start slowly. Facing fears can be very hard. Just coming to the office may be hard. With this understanding, I try to add humor to my therapy when asking people to face their fears. With some fears, we can not confront them in the office. We will get creative in helping you!
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • ERP (exposure and response prevention)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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The literature shows that Exposure and Response Prevention is the best treatment for OCD and even some anxiety disorders. With Exposure and Response Prevention, we will build a hierarchy of fears and slowly work up the ladder from the easiest fear to the hardest.
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844
"
The literature shows that Exposure and Response Prevention is the best treatment for OCD and even some anxiety disorders. With Exposure and Response Prevention, we will build a hierarchy of fears and slowly work up the ladder from the easiest fear to the hardest.
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (716) 452-9844

Location

Primary Location

Sterling Psychiatry

3859 North Buffalo Street

Orchard Park, NY 14127

(716) 452-9844

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Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 452-9844
Photo of Dara Faden, Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Dara Faden
Physician Assistant, LMSW, DHSc, PA-C
Call for a free consultation now - (716) 452-9844