Meet Dr. Gagandeep Singh
Board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist in Freehold, New Jersey,
offering in-person and virtual appointments throughout the state.
Gagandeep Singh, M.D.
Gagandeep Singh, M.D., is board certified in both child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult psychiatry. He takes a personalized approach with each patient and treats a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and behavioral issues.
Dr. Singh sees patients at his private practice in Freehold, New Jersey. Virtual psychiatric appointments are also available to patients throughout New Jersey.
Dr. Singh was born in India, immigrated to the United States as a young child, and grew up in New Jersey. He personally understands how culture can influence individuals and communities, particularly regarding mental health stigma. Through his medical practice and community involvement, Dr. Singh strives to educate the public about mental health issues, with special attention to the needs of the South Asian community.
Personalized Approach
Dr. Singh provides an individualized approach that includes an in-depth initial assessment and extended appointment times.
These longer sessions allow Dr. Singh to better understand each patient’s specific needs and preferences. Every appointment is tailored to the individual, helping establish a foundation built on rapport and trust.
Education
Dr. Singh attended Rutgers University on a merit-based scholarship, where he majored in biology and psychology.
He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, now part of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He also completed his general psychiatry residency and fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at the same institution.
Personal Life
Dr. Singh is a practicing Sikh and speaks four languages: English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Spanish.
When he is not in the office, Dr. Singh enjoys sports, cultural dance, poetry, writing, and stage performances.
Dr. Singh’s Thoughts on Psychiatry
The Practice of Psychiatry
Dr. Singh values psychiatry because it allows physicians to establish meaningful connections with their patients. He believes the patient’s perspective plays an essential role in understanding mental health concerns and determining the most appropriate direction for care.
His writing also explores the importance of the doctor-patient relationship, access to mental health services, and the specific barriers that may affect members of the South Asian community.
The Art of Psychiatry
Dr. Singh believes that understanding the relationship between a person’s life experiences, biology, and temperament is an important part of psychiatric care.
A careful evaluation can identify areas that may be addressed through medication, therapy, or other individualized treatment recommendations. This thoughtful evaluation is central to the practice of psychiatry, particularly child and adolescent psychiatry.
Honors and Awards
- 2011: Board certification achieved in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- 2010: Board certification achieved in Adult Psychiatry
- 2009: Author of an article addressing adolescent hopelessness and deliberate ingestion of foreign objects
- 2009: Small Group Facilitator for medical students on clinical case vignettes in child and adolescent psychiatry
- 2008–2009: Resident Representative for the Child and Adolescent Fellowship Program through the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- 2008: Grand Rounds presenter on the prevalence of osteoporosis risk factors in patients with serious and persistent mental illness
- 2008: Small Group Facilitator on individual barriers to medical and psychiatric treatment
- 2007: Young Investigators’ Poster Presentation at the American Psychiatric Association Annual Conference in San Diego
- 2007: Indo-American Psychiatric Association Outstanding Resident Award recipient
- 2006: New Jersey Psychiatric Association Best Paper Award recipient for work addressing internet addiction
- 2006–2008: President of the early-career physicians subchapter of the North American Sikh Medical and Dental Association
Personalized Psychiatric Care in New Jersey
Meet with Dr. Singh at his Freehold office or schedule a convenient virtual psychiatric
appointment from anywhere in New Jersey.
