Autism Psychiatrists in Culver City, CA
Over the last 10 years, I developed expertise with late-diagnosed autistic adults without intellectual disability.
In French I co-authored "Le Manuel du Borderline" (2014), "Le Manuel du Bipolaire" (2017) & "Le Manuel de l'Autiste" (2022)—first comprehensive French guides on BPD, Bipolar & Adult Autism for patients/families (Eyrolles, Paris).
Over the last 10 years, I developed expertise with late-diagnosed autistic adults without intellectual disability.
In French I co-authored "Le Manuel du Borderline" (2014), "Le Manuel du Bipolaire" (2017) & "Le Manuel de l'Autiste" (2022)—first comprehensive French guides on BPD, Bipolar & Adult Autism for patients/families (Eyrolles, Paris).
She has specialized experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals, military veterans, and those with autism spectrum disorders or developmental disabilities.
Ayaka is especially passionate about supporting individuals through trauma, substance use struggles, and psychosis-related challenges. Her experience treating PTSD, schizophrenia, and alcohol and drug use issues allows her to deliver comprehensive, trauma-informed care that fosters both safety and empowerment. She works with patients to identify underlying issues, develop healthy coping strategies, and build resilience over time. Whether navigating complex trauma histories or the challenges of addiction and severe mental illness, Ayaka provides steady, nonjudgmental support throughout the healing process.
She has specialized experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals, military veterans, and those with autism spectrum disorders or developmental disabilities.
Ayaka is especially passionate about supporting individuals through trauma, substance use struggles, and psychosis-related challenges. Her experience treating PTSD, schizophrenia, and alcohol and drug use issues allows her to deliver comprehensive, trauma-informed care that fosters both safety and empowerment. She works with patients to identify underlying issues, develop healthy coping strategies, and build resilience over time. Whether navigating complex trauma histories or the challenges of addiction and severe mental illness, Ayaka provides steady, nonjudgmental support throughout the healing process.
Dr. Knott has extensive experience treating a range of conditions, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. She understands the profound impact these conditions can have on daily life and works closely with her patients to develop personalized strategies for symptom management and long-term recovery. Her approach integrates evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and medication management to ensure holistic and effective care. Beyond these areas of expertise, Dr.Dr. Knott has extensive experience treating a range of conditions, including bipolar disorder, sch
Dr. Knott has extensive experience treating a range of conditions, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. She understands the profound impact these conditions can have on daily life and works closely with her patients to develop personalized strategies for symptom management and long-term recovery. Her approach integrates evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and medication management to ensure holistic and effective care. Beyond these areas of expertise, Dr.Dr. Knott has extensive experience treating a range of conditions, including bipolar disorder, sch
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
I offer a more thoughtful, in-depth experience for clients who wish to explore their symptoms and collaborate with a supportive physician. After many years of high-volume insurance-based treatment, I find that longer visits that incorporate psychotherapy skill building are what clients seek mental health treatment for. I utilize many years of experience working as a board-certified psychiatrist in various roles/settings to provide unbiased, non-judgmental treatment for clients seeking answers, not just another medication trial.
I offer a more thoughtful, in-depth experience for clients who wish to explore their symptoms and collaborate with a supportive physician. After many years of high-volume insurance-based treatment, I find that longer visits that incorporate psychotherapy skill building are what clients seek mental health treatment for. I utilize many years of experience working as a board-certified psychiatrist in various roles/settings to provide unbiased, non-judgmental treatment for clients seeking answers, not just another medication trial.
Dr. Heather Mak is a psychiatrist with experience in helping patients with issues like hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Dr. Heather Mak is a psychiatrist with experience in helping patients with issues like hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Seeking out mental health treatment can be a daunting process—one involving exploration of identity and major life transitions. I enjoy working with patients navigating the impact of life transitions (starting a new career, adjusting to a new school, ending/beginning relationships, experiencing loss, adjusting to medical illness) on their overall mental health. I have significant experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds (LGBTQIA+ affirming) and strive to understand your unique community and family system. My treatment approach is strengths-based and comprehensive.
Seeking out mental health treatment can be a daunting process—one involving exploration of identity and major life transitions. I enjoy working with patients navigating the impact of life transitions (starting a new career, adjusting to a new school, ending/beginning relationships, experiencing loss, adjusting to medical illness) on their overall mental health. I have significant experience working with individuals of diverse backgrounds (LGBTQIA+ affirming) and strive to understand your unique community and family system. My treatment approach is strengths-based and comprehensive.
Blackburn Clinical Services (BCS) is an mental health outpatient that coordinates expert care provided by a team of dedicated clinicians. Working in partnership with medical professionals and licensed clinicians, we support clients in achieving lasting, meaningful goals. Our bespoke services are available individually or can be seamlessly combined into a customized package to meet your unique needs.
At Blackburn Clinical Services, we believe that true healing occurs when clinical care meets connection, compassion, and a deep understanding of the individual.
Blackburn Clinical Services (BCS) is an mental health outpatient that coordinates expert care provided by a team of dedicated clinicians. Working in partnership with medical professionals and licensed clinicians, we support clients in achieving lasting, meaningful goals. Our bespoke services are available individually or can be seamlessly combined into a customized package to meet your unique needs.
At Blackburn Clinical Services, we believe that true healing occurs when clinical care meets connection, compassion, and a deep understanding of the individual.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Smith & O'Brien Psychiatric Group, we work with teens (17+) and adults managing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and emotional challenges. Dr. Samuel Smith has over 40 years of experience as a psychiatrist, and provides compassionate, evidence-based care through medication management and collaboration. He listens, explains options clearly, and creates plans that fit your life. We offer services through telehealth only anywhere in California. We're here to support you on your path to healing, balance, and renewed hope.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Smith & O'Brien Psychiatric Group, we work with teens (17+) and adults managing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and emotional challenges. Dr. Samuel Smith has over 40 years of experience as a psychiatrist, and provides compassionate, evidence-based care through medication management and collaboration. He listens, explains options clearly, and creates plans that fit your life. We offer services through telehealth only anywhere in California. We're here to support you on your path to healing, balance, and renewed hope.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master’s in Public Health and Nursing, bringing over a decade of diverse healthcare experience. My advanced clinical training from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, along with hands-on expertise in psychiatric care, public health, and education, enables me to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health services. My work experience includes serving as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, where I provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, medication management.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master’s in Public Health and Nursing, bringing over a decade of diverse healthcare experience. My advanced clinical training from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, along with hands-on expertise in psychiatric care, public health, and education, enables me to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health services. My work experience includes serving as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at the Los Angeles LGBT Center, where I provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments, medication management.
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Accepting New Patients - Hi there! I am dual board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who is taking on new patients by video appointments. I treat a wide range of psychiatric disorders including but not limited to: anxiety disorders, ADHD, OCD, trauma, depression, bipolar, oppositional defiant disorder, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.
Accepting New Patients - Hi there! I am dual board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who is taking on new patients by video appointments. I treat a wide range of psychiatric disorders including but not limited to: anxiety disorders, ADHD, OCD, trauma, depression, bipolar, oppositional defiant disorder, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.
I strive to deeply understand my youths with academic/career (ADHD, Autism) and emotional difficulties (depression, anxiety, obsessions, mania, and anger issues), families with dynamic issues, those with substance use issues, as well as those with psychotic issues.
I take on the tradition of detailed discovery of your issues and turn it around to supporting you in how best to reach your emotional, relational, and cognitive potentials. I am versatile in, and offer, various treatment approaches such as DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy, as well as prescribing medications. I discuss the details of my Psycho-Bio-Social model integrated formulations before answering the scientific and functional rationales behind my recommendations. I believe the process of discovering your functional goal is the most important part of the process.
I strive to deeply understand my youths with academic/career (ADHD, Autism) and emotional difficulties (depression, anxiety, obsessions, mania, and anger issues), families with dynamic issues, those with substance use issues, as well as those with psychotic issues.
I take on the tradition of detailed discovery of your issues and turn it around to supporting you in how best to reach your emotional, relational, and cognitive potentials. I am versatile in, and offer, various treatment approaches such as DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy, as well as prescribing medications. I discuss the details of my Psycho-Bio-Social model integrated formulations before answering the scientific and functional rationales behind my recommendations. I believe the process of discovering your functional goal is the most important part of the process.
My specialties include autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, mood and psychotic disorders
I am a board certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who practices psychotherapy, pharmacologic treatment and, when appropriate, refers for interventional psychiatry treatments. I see both children and adults, and approach patients and their families with respect, compassion and care. While I strongly believe in pharmacologic treatments backed by neuroscience, I am also a proponent of not simply medicating a child or an adult, but using the entire spectrum of interventions for a healthy brain (exercise, diet, meditation, mindfulness). I liaison with schools, teachers, parents, guardians, therapists, life coaches.
My specialties include autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, mood and psychotic disorders
I am a board certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who practices psychotherapy, pharmacologic treatment and, when appropriate, refers for interventional psychiatry treatments. I see both children and adults, and approach patients and their families with respect, compassion and care. While I strongly believe in pharmacologic treatments backed by neuroscience, I am also a proponent of not simply medicating a child or an adult, but using the entire spectrum of interventions for a healthy brain (exercise, diet, meditation, mindfulness). I liaison with schools, teachers, parents, guardians, therapists, life coaches.
Utilizing both psychotherapy and medication, I treat a wide variety of issues including ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, thought disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.
My training included cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, supportive therapy, as well as combined treatment utilizing both medication and psychotherapy. I offer psychotherapy and medication management — either alone, in conjunction with therapy visits, or working closely with your existing therapist.
Utilizing both psychotherapy and medication, I treat a wide variety of issues including ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, thought disorders, and autism spectrum disorders.
My training included cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, supportive therapy, as well as combined treatment utilizing both medication and psychotherapy. I offer psychotherapy and medication management — either alone, in conjunction with therapy visits, or working closely with your existing therapist.
I have particular interests in treatment of individuals with autism, athletes of all types.
For me, the decision to go into psychiatry was easy; I am passionate about advocating for people of all ages struggling with their mental health. My approach is to appreciate the human experience and to help make life more fulfilling for those in need of support. Each session with me you can expect a kind, thorough evaluation and personalized evidence-based treatment recommendations. The decision for or against a particular treatment is always shared and I empower patients to participate in formulating a treatment plan together with me.
I have particular interests in treatment of individuals with autism, athletes of all types.
For me, the decision to go into psychiatry was easy; I am passionate about advocating for people of all ages struggling with their mental health. My approach is to appreciate the human experience and to help make life more fulfilling for those in need of support. Each session with me you can expect a kind, thorough evaluation and personalized evidence-based treatment recommendations. The decision for or against a particular treatment is always shared and I empower patients to participate in formulating a treatment plan together with me.
My ideal client may feel anxious, depressed, or disconnected—possibly navigating life as an autistic adult or struggling with trauma, ADHD, or chronic health issues.
I am a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, also certified in Advanced Diabetes Management. I offer medication management and supportive care that affirms neurodiversity, addresses complex health needs, and centers your unique voice and experience.
My ideal client may feel anxious, depressed, or disconnected—possibly navigating life as an autistic adult or struggling with trauma, ADHD, or chronic health issues.
I am a board-certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, also certified in Advanced Diabetes Management. I offer medication management and supportive care that affirms neurodiversity, addresses complex health needs, and centers your unique voice and experience.
Abdel Qader Tayyem is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of diverse nursing experience. He offers a strong clinical background and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. Abdel provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment—including medication management and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy—for individuals across the lifespan, from children to older adults. He treats a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and psychological distress.
Abdel Qader Tayyem is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of diverse nursing experience. He offers a strong clinical background and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. Abdel provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment—including medication management and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy—for individuals across the lifespan, from children to older adults. He treats a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, and psychological distress.
She primarily specializes in working with young people with autism and other neurodivergencies, such as ADHD and learning differences, and those who are highly talented or knowledgeable in one or more domains.
Dr. Viani provides in-person care in Los Angeles, and telehealth throughout California, Colorado, and Massachusetts.
She primarily specializes in working with young people with autism and other neurodivergencies, such as ADHD and learning differences, and those who are highly talented or knowledgeable in one or more domains.
Dr. Viani provides in-person care in Los Angeles, and telehealth throughout California, Colorado, and Massachusetts.
I approach each individual with a tailored treatment plan rooted in evidence-based medicine. Recognizing the uniqueness of each person, I employ a biopsychosocial model with a holistic perspective, considering biological, psychological, and social factors impacting mental health. By fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I empower clients to explore their challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve their desired outcomes.
I approach each individual with a tailored treatment plan rooted in evidence-based medicine. Recognizing the uniqueness of each person, I employ a biopsychosocial model with a holistic perspective, considering biological, psychological, and social factors impacting mental health. By fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I empower clients to explore their challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve their desired outcomes.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
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FAQ - Autism Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with autism spectrum disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder, often referred to simply as autism, is a developmental condition defined by social, communication, and behavioral differences. These challenges can make it difficult for individuals with autism to form and maintain relationships, adapt to changing environments, or thrive in traditional school settings. Symptoms of autism typically emerge in early childhood and are often first noticed by caregivers who observe difficulties in social interactions, the presence of repetitive behaviors, or unusually intense interests in specific topics. Children with autism may also show heightened sensitivity to certain sensory experiences, such as loud noises, bright lights, or specific textures in food or clothing.
How do psychiatrists diagnose and support children with autism?
Psychiatrists, often working in partnership with a pediatrician or developmental specialist, can play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment planning for children with autism. Diagnosis usually begins with an evaluation to assess the child's development, behavior, and overall functioning. Psychiatrists with expertise in autism are skilled at distinguishing the condition from other developmental or behavioral conditions that may share overlapping features, such as learning disorders. After diagnosis, psychiatrists may recommend a variety of supports, including behavioral interventions like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), occupational therapy, and/or family counseling. While there is no medication specific to autism, psychiatrists may prescribe medication to help manage co-occurring conditions like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or anxiety.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in autism?
Because autism presents differently in each individual and is typically identified in childhood, it is especially important to find a psychiatrist with experience working with young children and families. The Psychology Today online directory can help identify providers who specialize in autism and allows for filters based on treatment approaches, age group, and other preferences. When selecting a provider, it is helpful to ask about their specific experience with autism, their philosophy on therapy and medication use, and how they coordinate care with therapists, educators, and other members of a child's care team. Practical factors—such as appointment availability, insurance acceptance, and whether the provider offers in-person or telehealth visits—should also be taken into account to ensure a good fit.