What We Treat & How We Help
Comprehensive Psychiatric Services
From your first evaluation through ongoing care, every appointment is designed to give you the time, attention, and expertise you deserve.
Initial Evaluation
A Thoughtful, Comprehensive Assessment
Designed to understand your unique experiences and create a personalized treatment plan.
Your first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation where we'll take the time to understand the full picture of your mental health. During this 60-minute visit, we'll discuss your current concerns, emotional well-being, medical and psychiatric history, previous treatments, medications, lifestyle, relationships, and personal goals.
This in-depth assessment allows us to develop an accurate diagnosis and an individualized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions, gain a better understanding of your symptoms, and actively participate in developing a treatment plan that supports your long-term mental wellness.
What's Included
- ✓Comprehensive psychiatric assessment and diagnostic evaluation
- ✓Review of current symptoms and concerns
- ✓Review of medical, psychiatric, family, and social history
- ✓Medication history and treatment response assessment
- ✓Diagnostic clarification and clinical recommendations
- ✓Personalized treatment plan
- ✓Medication recommendations, when clinically appropriate
- ✓Education regarding diagnosis and treatment options
- ✓Coordination with your therapist, primary care provider, or other healthcare professionals (with your consent)
- ✓Opportunity to ask questions and discuss your goals for treatment
Duration
60 minutes
Fee
$400
Private Pay
Insurance Billing
We are currently completing credentialing with major insurance plans. Until then, all appointments are self-pay, or we do accept Aetna. A superbill can be provided upon request for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Duration
30 minutes
Fee
$200
Private Pay
Insurance Billing
We are currently completing credentialing with major insurance plans. Until then, all appointments are self-pay or Aetna. A superbill can be provided upon request for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Medication Management
Personalized, Evidence-Based Follow-Up Care
Focused on helping you achieve lasting emotional wellness.
During your follow-up appointment, we'll review your progress, discuss how you're responding to treatment, evaluate medication effectiveness and any side effects, and make adjustments when clinically appropriate.
We'll also address any new concerns, answer your questions, and ensure your treatment plan continues to align with your goals. Every visit is collaborative, individualized, and designed to provide the time needed for thoughtful, high-quality care.
What's Included
- ✓Review of current symptoms and overall progress
- ✓Medication effectiveness and side effect assessment
- ✓Medication adjustments, when clinically appropriate
- ✓Education regarding medications and treatment options
- ✓Supportive therapeutic interventions and coping strategies as appropriate
- ✓Coordination with your therapist or other healthcare providers (with your consent)
- ✓Updated treatment recommendations and follow-up plan
Core Services
How I Can Help
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation
Your first appointment is a thorough, unhurried evaluation of your mental health history, current symptoms, lifestyle, and goals. This forms the foundation of a treatment plan that is truly tailored to you — not a template.
Personalized Medication Management
When medication is appropriate, I take a careful, evidence-based approach to prescribing — starting low, monitoring closely, and adjusting based on your response and feedback. I provide clear education about every medication I recommend so you can make informed decisions.
Individualized Treatment Planning
Treatment is never one-size-fits-all. I work collaboratively with you to build a plan that reflects your values, goals, and circumstances — and I revisit that plan as your needs evolve.
Follow-Up & Ongoing Care
Regular follow-up appointments allow us to review your progress, address any concerns, and refine your treatment plan over time. Consistent, continuity-focused care leads to better outcomes.
In-Person & Telehealth Appointments
See us in person at our San Diego office, or connect via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth from anywhere in California — whichever fits your schedule and preference.
Medication Optimization
If you've been on psychiatric medications that aren't working as well as expected, I can conduct a thorough review and work with you to optimize your regimen for better results and tolerability.
Areas of Expertise
Conditions I Treat
I treat adults experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions. If you don't see your concern listed, please reach out — I'm happy to discuss whether my practice is the right fit.
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, and related conditions.
Depression
Major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and treatment-resistant depression.
Adult ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in adults, including evaluation and medication management.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
OCD and related conditions, with evidence-based medication approaches.
Bipolar Disorders
Bipolar I, Bipolar II, and cyclothymia — mood stabilization and long-term management.
Trauma-Related Disorders
PTSD and other trauma- and stressor-related conditions.
Stress and Burnout
Chronic stress, occupational burnout, and adjustment disorders.
Women's Mental Health
Perinatal mood disorders, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and hormonal influences on mental health.
What to Expect at Every Appointment
Time to tell your story
Appointments are never rushed. You'll have the space to share what's brought you in and what matters most to you.
Clear, honest communication
I explain my clinical thinking in plain language and make sure you understand every recommendation before we move forward.
Collaborative decisions
Your input shapes your treatment. We decide together — I bring the clinical expertise, you bring the knowledge of your own life.
Nonjudgmental care
Whatever brings you in, you'll be met with compassion and respect. There is no judgment here.
Ready to Take the First Step?
New patient appointments are available. Request your initial evaluation today.