I want you to have the personalized care you deserve.

Medication Management

Medication can be extremely helpful for both preventing and relieving mental suffering. I am well trained and comfortable in the use of pharmacology, but I also feels strongly about causing the least amount of distress (such as side effects) to my clients. Thus, I tend to use a more conservative approach, often incorporating psychotherapy and/or complementary treatments into my overall treatment plan.

 

Psychotherapy

I am trained in multiple styles of psychotherapy, and I tailor my approach to the needs and goals of the individual. Some modalities are more time-limited and problem focused, whereas others are more intensive, demanding longer periods of treatment. I offer treatment for individuals, couples, and groups. The specific modalities in which I am trained include: Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Short Term Couples Therapy, Reflective Parenting, and Postpartum Supportive Psychotherapy. Additionally, I have a strong interest in and have attended multiple conferences and talks in the fields of Internal Family Systems therapy, ACT therapy, Hakomi therapy, and Reiki healing.

Integrative and Complementary Treatment

I am very interested in the use of complementary and integrative psychiatry, and try to stay on the leading edge of treatment modalities that are both effective and safe to use in populations suffering from mental distress. This can include herbal supplementation as well as behavioral augmentations. Along these lines, I have found that educating on the practices of mindfulness, self-compassion, and mentalization to be transformative to many of my clients.

Pregnancy and Postpartum Management

While training at UCLA, I functioned as the Chief Resident in the Women’s Life Center where I became skilled in pre-pregnancy consultations and followed women for several years postpartum. I co-led support groups for women struggling with mental illness following the birth of their child, as well as Reflective Parenting groups which helped to improve the parent-child relationship. I additionally treated women with menopausal onset of psychiatric syndromes, as well as women suffering from pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder. I continue to participate in a journal and consultation club on a quarterly basis to stay informed of newest research in this specialized field.

Consultation and Second Opinion

On occasion, people will have a current psychiatrist they wish to continue treatment with, but are interested in a second opinion to give "fresh eyes" on their situation. Whether this is for the goal of reviewing safety data of medications used during pregnancy, addition of supplements or herbs to augment your treatment, or other reasons, I am happy to work with you and your current psychiatrist to help improve your outcomes.

Areas of Interest and Expertise

Psychopharmacology

  • Mood Disorders (including Major Depression, Bipolar I and II, cyclothymia, and dysthymic disorders)

  • Anxiety Disorders (including generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder

  • ADHD

  • Reproductive Psychiatry (Including Premenstrual dysphoric disorder, pre and postnatal anxiety and mood disorders, Infertility, and peri -menopausal mood disorder

  • Sleep/Insomnia

    Integrative and Complementary Psychiatry

    • vitamins and herbal supplements

    • yoga

    • mindfulness

    • meditation

    Psychotherapy

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

    • Internal Family Systems

    • ACT therapy

    • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

    • Hakomi Therapy

    • Interpersonal Psychotherapy (for grief and major life changes)

Treatment Options

 

Psychiatric Consultation and Intake

 

Online or in-person, this 90 minute session is designated for individuals to establish care and evaluate for diagnosis and treatment options. During these appointments a full assessment of your medical, personal, and psychological history will be obtained in a confidential and non threatening environment. I can also provide one-time consultations for clients and discuss my treatment recommendations with the current provider.

90min (rates to be discussed upon connecting)

 

Medication Management

 

Online or in-person, this 25 minute time will be spent evaluating your physical and mental health to provide medication to alleviate mental health symptoms. This does include elements of talk therapy. I utilize an electronic system to prescribe medications directly to your pharmacy, so there is no need for lost papers.

25 mins | rates discussed upon connecting | Get started

 

Psychotherapy

 

Online or in-person, this 45 or 60 minute session will help you with what you care most about and develop a plan to achieve personal and professional goals.  If you are taking medication, these evaluations will be incorporated into the sessions.

45 or 60 mins | rates discussed upon connecting | Get started