What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.22
Average wait time
4.61
Bedside manner
4.25
“We had a virtual visit. Clear instructions were provided prior to the visit. She spoke with my daughter and we had a great experience.”
Stephanie R.Less than 1 year agoVideo visit
“Everything went well. I have a great experience clear for your things of my mind very professional and give me a few options of the medicine and also a group therapy which is I love it. Thank you for your time. Dr. Paul feel much better. Thank you.”
Martin S.April 4, 2025Video visit
About Dr. Sima Paul
Focus areas
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Pediatric Depression
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) / Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Mood Disorders
Pediatric Psychiatric Medication Review
Psychiatry Consultation
Pediatric Anxiety
Postpartum Depression
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Sima Paul
PLEASE NOTE, DR. SIMA PAUL DOES NOT TREAT ADD/ADHD OR PRESCRIBE ANY CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
Dr. Paul grew up in suburban Ohio and earned a degree in chemistry from Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY. After a year of graduate studies in organic chemistry, she decided to attend medical school, spending two years at Ross University and then two more in New York City, completing her clinical rotations in Brooklyn and Queens, followed by a psychiatric residency at St. Luke’s Roosevelt affiliated with Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Both her parents are physicians (a pathologist and orthopedic surgeon), and her older sister is a psychiatrist who recommended she focus on child and adolescent psychiatry after seeing how well (the future) Dr. Paul connected with her children.
Dr. Paul believes Skypiatrist’s telemedicine model is a natural fit. “I have been practicing psychiatry for over 12 years and doing Tele-psychiatry for three. I enjoy it and believe patients just feel more comfortable talking from home.” Applying her expertise in ADHD, mood, and anxiety disorders, she will work with both younger patients and adults.
Beyond her practice, Dr. Paul has a busy home life that includes books, gardening, exercise, and parenting. “My husband is a writer and I’m a big reader, especially of fiction, and I have two (pre-adolescent) kids. My family not only keeps me busy but gives me insight I use to connect with patients of all ages.”
PLEASE NOTE: Dr. Paul can treat ADHD child and adults but does not start any new controlled substances for adults whether it be Anxiety or ADHD. Dr. Paul does not prescribe Xanax.
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PLEASE NOTE, DR. SIMA PAUL DOES NOT TREAT ADD/ADHD OR PRESCRIBE ANY CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Medical School - Ross University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center (Psychiatry)
- Saint Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Psychiatry)
- University of Maryland Medical System (Psychiatry)
NPI number
1073865556
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.22
Wait time
4.61
Bedside manner
4.25
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Dr Paul was very easy to talk to. She seemed very well versed in depression & medication. Which is why I seemed her out.
January 10, 2024Janice R.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Paul is great with my child and easy to get an appointment with at a convenient time.
October 16, 2023Gina B.Verified patientVideo visit
The doctor appeared to be falling asleep during the session. Would not recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Good listener and prescribed meds appropriately to my current symptoms
January 1, 2022Mariam M.Verified patientVideo visit
Really understood what I was looking for and had great recommendations
September 9, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
Very knowledgeable and great bedside manner with my daughter
May 31, 2023Gina B.Verified patientVideo visit
We had a virtual visit. Clear instructions were provided prior to the visit. She spoke with my daughter and we had a great experience.
Less than 1 year agoStephanie R.Verified patientVideo visit
Everything went well. I have a great experience clear for your things of my mind very professional and give me a few options of the medicine and also a group therapy which is I love it. Thank you for your time. Dr. Paul feel much better. Thank you.
April 4, 2025Martin S.Verified patientVideo visit
Really like Dr Rania. Def recommend her.
January 26, 2025Melissa W.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Paul was compassionate, informative and direct. All the things I appreciate when working with a doctor. I would definitely recommend her.
June 27, 2024Brooke B.Verified patientVideo visit
My personal experience was overall good. I know what I came for and so did the doctor. Meds need to get change as what I’m currently on are no longer suiting their purpose. I would definitely see the doctor again.
July 10, 2023Tania P.Verified patientVideo visit
First meeting went super well. She talks about the science behind the medication, which was helpful. Looking forward to my future visits!
March 9, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Absolutely amazing!
February 22, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Within barely 40 minutes of meeting me for the first time, she recommended two completely unnecessary prescriptions, without first walking me through therapy options. Seems like medication is the only option of treatment. This is the perfect example of doctors who try to fill their pockets with extra cash instead of actually caring to help their patients.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Everything was very organized and she gave amazing explanations on how she brainstormed my medication plan. Very responsive and great listener! I was initially very nervous, but after talking to her I felt at such ease with her.
January 7, 2022Hager S.Verified patientVideo visit
Really helped during this difficult times.
December 27, 2021Frances Ann T.Verified patientVideo visit
Great bedside manner, and a great listener
December 8, 2021Edgar M.Verified patientVideo visit
The doctor was pressuring me to higher my dosage by DOUBLE the amount when I kept repeating that I was at a stable level and it took me a while to get to this stable level. In addition she prescribed me a drug for depression when I went to her for my ADHD. She constantly cut me off and was not listening to what I was telling her. Then proceeded to charge me for the appointment without going through my insurance which I submitted twice. I am very disappointed and will not be recommending her to anyone.
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Dr. Sima Paul works with Skypiatrist.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sima Paul?
Dr. Sima Paul frequently sees patients for Addiction / Substance Abuse, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sima Paul on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Sima Paul speak?
Dr. Sima Paul speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Sima Paul in reviews?
78 patients have reviewed Dr. Sima Paul. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.22/5. They have a 4.25/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.61/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.