Kalm Psychiatry
Shweta Kapoor, MD, PhD
Trauma-Informed Psychiatrist for PTSD & Complex Trauma
Arizona & Connecticut Telepsychiatry
Publications & Research in Trauma, Mental Health, and Clinical Psychiatry
At Kalm Psychiatry, my clinical work is grounded in both experience and research. My publications reflect a focus on trauma, mental health outcomes, and the complex interaction between psychological and biological factors. This allows me to approach diagnosis and treatment with depth, nuance, and an evidence-based perspective.
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Below is a selection of peer-reviewed work. I’ve included brief summaries to highlight how each study informs real-world clinical care.
2025
Kapoor S, et al.
Gender Identity and Mental Health Symptom Severity Among Adolescents Admitted to an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital. Child Psychiatry & Human Development. 2024.
2024
Priorello LJ, Sperry JA, Yee CI, Kapoor S, et al.
Pilot Study of an Integrative Telehealth Group Intervention for Chronic Pain. Medicine.
2024
Kapoor S, et al.Opioid Risk Tool, In-Hospital Opioid Exposure, and Opioid Demand Predict Pain Outcomes Following Traumatic Injury. Journal of Health Psychology. 2024.
Kaslow NJ, Speanburg S, Kapoor S, et al.
Therapeutic Alliance and Ruptures in Three Psychoanalytic Dyads. Psychoanalytic Inquiry.
→ This study examines how identity, environment, and psychological stress intersect to influence symptom severity in adolescents, highlighting the importance of individualized and trauma-informed psychiatric care.
This study evaluates a telehealth-based, integrative approach to chronic pain, combining psychological and behavioral strategies to improve functioning and symptom management.
SEO/Clinical takeaway:
Supports a mind–body, trauma-informed approach to treating chronic pain, stress-related conditions, and PTSD, including through accessible telehealth care.
→ Explores how early exposure to trauma and medical interventions can shape pain perception and recovery, reinforcing the connection between physical trauma, psychological response, and long-term outcomes.
→ This study examines how the therapeutic relationship shapes outcomes in mental health treatment. It shows that “ruptures” (moments of disconnection) are common and often subtle, and that effective repair—by both patient and therapist—can support meaningful progress.
Clinical takeaway:
Supports a trauma-informed approach emphasizing trust, collaboration, and the therapeutic alliance in treating PTSD and complex trauma.
Kapoor S, Freitag S, Bradshaw J, et al.
The Collective Impact of Childhood Abuse, Psychache, and Interpersonal Needs on Suicidal Ideation Among Individuals with Bipolar Disorder. Child Abuse & Neglect.
This study examines how childhood abuse, emotional pain (psychache), and unmet interpersonal needs contribute to suicidal thoughts. Findings highlight the complex interaction between trauma and mood symptoms in shaping risk.
SEO/Clinical takeaway:
Emphasizes the role of early trauma in suicidal ideation and supports a trauma-informed approach to diagnosing and treating complex conditions, including when symptoms overlap with mood disorders.
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