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Dr. Tamara Palka, MD

Founder, Mind Sprout
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Biography

Dr. Tamara Palka is a board-certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist and Adult Psychiatrist with over 20 years of clinical experience providing evidence-based, compassionate psychiatric care. As the founder and owner of Mind Sprout Neuropsychiatry & Wellness, a specialized psychiatric practice, Dr. Palka is deeply committed to empowering neurodivergent children, adolescents, and their families through thoughtful, individualized treatment that integrates science, family values, and whole-person care.

Grounded in evidence-based psychiatry and guided by a deep understanding of the emotional complexity of family life, Dr. Palka supports patients navigating anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, and developmental differences. Her clinical approach blends medical expertise with empathy and collaboration, honoring each family’s unique story, strengths, and goals.

Dr. Palka emphasizes the integration of physical balance, mental health, social connection, and personal empowerment, coaching patients and caregivers along a sustainable path toward resilience, healing, and hope. Whether guiding families through a new diagnosis, supporting caregiver wellness, or helping young people find their voice, she strives to create a safe, supportive space where meaningful growth is possible.

Committed to clarity, connection, and care that uplifts, Dr. Palka believes every individual deserves to feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Credentials & Affiliations

· Board-Certified Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

· Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist

· American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)

· American Psychiatric Association (APA)

· International Association of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
and Allied Professions (IACAPAP)

· Assistant Clinical Professor at Macon & Joan Brock Virgnina
Health Sciences at Old Dominion University.

· MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs)

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