Dr. Samicchya Adhikari, DO

Samicchya Adhikari, D.O., is a psychiatrist with Norton Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health. She earned her medical degree from Kansas City University Medical School in Missouri. Dr. Adhikari completed her general psychiatry residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, followed by a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. She is board certified in adult psychiatry and child and adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Adhikari specializes in child and adolescent psychiatry, evaluating, diagnosing and treating mental health conditions in children, adolescents and young adults. She develops individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, therapy, family support, and coordination with schools and other care providers. Dr. Adhikari believes in providing thoughtful, evidence-based care that builds on each child’s strengths. She works closely with patients and families to make shared decisions that reflect their goals and values, while creating a supportive and trauma-informed environment. Outside of work, Dr. Adhikari enjoys running, traveling, reading, spending time with family, and being a mom.