Dr. Rimsha Arif, MD

Dr. Rimsha Arif, MD

Psychiatrist
NY
Dr. Rimsha Arif is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with advanced training in child and adolescent psychiatry. She provides thoughtful, evidence-based care to adults and young people while creating a collaborative environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. Of Pakistani descent, Dr. Arif was born in St. Louis and raised primarily in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. She later lived in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and considers Memphis, Tennessee, her family’s home. Having spent much of her life moving around the world, she brings cultural awareness, curiosity, and an appreciation for different perspectives to her work. Dr. Arif studied psychology at Dalhousie University before earning her medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine. She completed her general psychiatry residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria and pursued specialized fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry at The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School. Dr. Arif was drawn to psychiatry because it combines medical knowledge and evidence-based care with the opportunity to form meaningful relationships. She values spending time with clients, understanding their individual experiences, and helping them work toward greater stability and quality of life. Competent, reliable, and attentive, Dr. Arif strives to communicate clearly, build trust, and follow through for her clients. She takes time to understand each person’s concerns, strengths, circumstances, and goals. Her approach is collaborative and individualized, allowing clients to participate actively in their care and feel confident in the path forward. Dr. Arif values the relationships she builds with her clients and feels privileged to support them through vulnerable and challenging periods. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring Austin, staying active, and spending time with family and friends
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About Dr. Rimsha Arif

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Rimsha Arif

Dr. Rimsha Arif is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with advanced training in child and adolescent psychiatry. She provides thoughtful, evidence-based care to adults and young people while creating a collaborative environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. Of Pakistani descent, Dr. Arif was born in St. Louis and raised primarily in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. She later lived in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and considers Memphis, Tennessee, her family’s home. Having spent much of her life moving around the world, she brings cultural awareness, curiosity, and an appreciation for different perspectives to her work. Dr. Arif studied psychology at Dalhousie University before earning her medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine. She completed her general psychiatry residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria and pursued specialized fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry at The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School. Dr. Arif was drawn to psychiatry because it combines medical knowledge and evidence-based care with the opportunity to form meaningful relationships. She values spending time with clients, understanding their individual experiences, and helping them work toward greater stability and quality of life. Competent, reliable, and attentive, Dr. Arif strives to communicate clearly, build trust, and follow through for her clients. She takes time to understand each person’s concerns, strengths, circumstances, and goals. Her approach is collaborative and individualized, allowing clients to participate actively in their care and feel confident in the path forward. Dr. Arif values the relationships she builds with her clients and feels privileged to support them through vulnerable and challenging periods. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring Austin, staying active, and spending time with family and friends

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Women's Mental Health Issues
Anxiety Disorder
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation

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Education and training

  • Medical School - Saba University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria, Residency in Psychiatry
  • The University of Texas at Austin, Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Dalhousie University, Bachelor's

NPI number

1750024287

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What languages does Dr. Rimsha Arif speak?

Dr. Rimsha Arif speaks English.

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