BS, Florida International University // MD, UCE (San Pedro, DR)
Dr. Omar Canosa brings over two decades of experience as a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist to his role at Anxiety Institute. After earning his medical degree, he completed general psychiatry training at Temple University’s School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry at Drexel University. He went on to lead the development of an integrative, evidence-based pediatric eating disorder program at Atlantic Health’s Overlook Medical Center. Throughout his career, Dr. Canosa has been known for his multidimensional approach to mental health, drawing from a wide range of healing traditions to support the whole person—not just their symptoms.
Deeply attuned to the developmental shifts of adolescence and young adulthood, Dr. Canosa tailors his interventions to align with each client’s stage of growth. As Medical Director, he works closely with the clinical team to ensure psychiatric care complements the therapeutic programming. He also consults directly with clients and families to explore personalized treatment options, including medication management. His goal is to create a supportive environment that fosters resilience and promotes lasting recovery from anxiety, OCD, and related disorders.
His Inspiration:
I am not as cool and collected as I might appear. I was an anxious kid, remain an anxious adult, and I’m terribly afraid of spiders. Both my professional and personal experiences have taught me that one does not need to be anxiety-free to be free from anxiety. My inspiration is helping my patients and their families realize this same freedom in their lives.