Autism Psychiatrists in La Crescenta, CA

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Dr. Randall Bailey
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
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!
(424) 396-0264 View (424) 396-0264
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Lucy Yusun Won
Psychiatrist, DO
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have extensive experience in working with patients with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Schizophrenia, and Autism spectrum disorder.
Spravato Treatment Center for Treatment Resistant Depression. T.O.V.A. neuropsychological assessment for ADHD provided. It is okay to reach out for help. In fact, acknowledging that you need help tells me you are being honest with yourself, and reaching out for help tells me you are being brave. You want stability and balance back in your life. I see that and I will help you reach it. You and I just need to work together as a team. I will be here taking one step at a time with you, together.
I have extensive experience in working with patients with Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Schizophrenia, and Autism spectrum disorder.
Spravato Treatment Center for Treatment Resistant Depression. T.O.V.A. neuropsychological assessment for ADHD provided. It is okay to reach out for help. In fact, acknowledging that you need help tells me you are being honest with yourself, and reaching out for help tells me you are being brave. You want stability and balance back in your life. I see that and I will help you reach it. You and I just need to work together as a team. I will be here taking one step at a time with you, together.
(323) 917-5155 View (323) 917-5155
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Dr. Adel Mostafavi
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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!
(424) 361-1839 View (424) 361-1839

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Ivana Viani
Psychiatrist, MD
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024
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.
(310) 582-5823 View (310) 582-5823
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Clark Chen
Psychiatrist, DO
Burbank, CA 91502
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.
(323) 859-6342 View (323) 859-6342
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Bernadette Grosjean
Psychiatrist, MD
4 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
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).
(310) 896-4039 View (310) 896-4039
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Eliza Rivera-Mitu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC, FNP-C, BC-ADM
1 Endorsed
Torrance, CA 90503
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.
(424) 677-2011 View (424) 677-2011
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Je Deuk Ko
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024
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.
(310) 693-5837 View (310) 693-5837
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Abdel Qader Tayyem
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, OCN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(657) 530-6478 View (657) 530-6478
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Zachary Schwager
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
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.
(323) 612-0135 View (323) 612-0135
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Alexander Huang
Psychiatrist, MD
South Pasadena, CA 91030
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.
(626) 642-9825 View (626) 642-9825
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Tarik Hadzic
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
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.
(424) 317-8336 View (424) 317-8336
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Dr. Ismail Deniz
Psychiatrist, MD
7 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a psychiatrist trained at NYMC and UCLA with a specialized focus in child, adolescent, and addiction psychiatry. My practice is dedicated to providing high-quality, individualized care to a select number of patients. With expertise in behavioral management for ADHD and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression, I provide care for individuals from childhood through adulthood. I treat diverse pathologies including complex substance use and behavioral addictive disorders such as gaming, sex, and gambling disorders.
I am a psychiatrist trained at NYMC and UCLA with a specialized focus in child, adolescent, and addiction psychiatry. My practice is dedicated to providing high-quality, individualized care to a select number of patients. With expertise in behavioral management for ADHD and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression, I provide care for individuals from childhood through adulthood. I treat diverse pathologies including complex substance use and behavioral addictive disorders such as gaming, sex, and gambling disorders.
(949) 990-5175 View (949) 990-5175
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Katelyn Brady
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B, PMH-C
Pasadena, CA 91101
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a specialized focus on reproductive mental health. I currently provide outpatient psychiatric services, including diagnostic evaluation and medication management, to individuals with a range of psychiatric illnesses from diverse populations. I specialize in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), and my goal is to help women regain a sense of strength and resilience as they work through these deeply personal experiences.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a specialized focus on reproductive mental health. I currently provide outpatient psychiatric services, including diagnostic evaluation and medication management, to individuals with a range of psychiatric illnesses from diverse populations. I specialize in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), and my goal is to help women regain a sense of strength and resilience as they work through these deeply personal experiences.
(858) 567-1542 View (858) 567-1542
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Keeban Nam
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
We provide top-quality comprehensive mental health services to help you foster the life you never thought possible. Our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, therapists, and tele-behavioral health clinicians are skilled in treating children and adults dealing with ADHD, addiction, anxiety, and depression, among many other conditions. As a client-focused center, we collaborate with your clinical providers to maximize your treatment outcome and to help you reach your greatest potential.
We provide top-quality comprehensive mental health services to help you foster the life you never thought possible. Our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, therapists, and tele-behavioral health clinicians are skilled in treating children and adults dealing with ADHD, addiction, anxiety, and depression, among many other conditions. As a client-focused center, we collaborate with your clinical providers to maximize your treatment outcome and to help you reach your greatest potential.
(949) 506-4921 View (949) 506-4921
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Stellah Kulabako Dnp
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMNHNP, BC
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90011
I specialize in treatment of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, ODD, OCD as well as mood disorders, conduct disorders, intermittent explosive disorders, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorders, substance use disorders and addiction, sleep disorders, schizophrenia, autism disorders and all mental health conditions treat patients across the lifespan.
I am a Doctoral prepared board-certified Nurse Practitioner licensed to practice in Massachusetts, California and Texas. Our practice is currently accepting new patients across the life span
I specialize in treatment of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, ODD, OCD as well as mood disorders, conduct disorders, intermittent explosive disorders, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorders, substance use disorders and addiction, sleep disorders, schizophrenia, autism disorders and all mental health conditions treat patients across the lifespan.
I am a Doctoral prepared board-certified Nurse Practitioner licensed to practice in Massachusetts, California and Texas. Our practice is currently accepting new patients across the life span
(978) 561-2790 View (978) 561-2790
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Renewed Mental Health Group
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MD
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90806
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming difficult for you to manage, such as attention, concentration, focus and mood? Then welcome to Renewed Mental Health Group! Renewed Mental Health Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Living with symptoms of mental health disorders can be frightening and can interrupt your ability to work and maintain healthy social relationships. Most individuals that suffer from mental health disorders feel isolated, alone, and fear being judged or mistreated. Let us work together to restore your happiness and well-being.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming difficult for you to manage, such as attention, concentration, focus and mood? Then welcome to Renewed Mental Health Group! Renewed Mental Health Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Living with symptoms of mental health disorders can be frightening and can interrupt your ability to work and maintain healthy social relationships. Most individuals that suffer from mental health disorders feel isolated, alone, and fear being judged or mistreated. Let us work together to restore your happiness and well-being.
(562) 502-8908 View (562) 502-8908
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Hatice Kurt
Psychiatrist
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive international clinical, research, and academic experience. I completed my psychiatry residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, following a Clinical Neuroscience of Mood Disorders Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. Earlier in my career, I practiced as a psychiatrist in Istanbul, Turkey, after completing my medical degree at Ankara University School of Medicine.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive international clinical, research, and academic experience. I completed my psychiatry residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, following a Clinical Neuroscience of Mood Disorders Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. Earlier in my career, I practiced as a psychiatrist in Istanbul, Turkey, after completing my medical degree at Ankara University School of Medicine.
(949) 997-1588 View (949) 997-1588
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Daniel Duel
Psychiatrist, MD
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90035
I provide comprehensive and holistic treatment for those struggling with mood, anxiety, sleep, psychotic, OCD, ADHD, eating, and trauma based disorders. I have extensive experience with addiction/substance use disorders and geriatric psychiatric conditions as well. For substance use disorders, I provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options including naltrexone and suboxone/buprenorphine. For geriatric individuals, I provide memory evaluations, treat dementia along with related behavioral disturbances, and more. My therapeutic strategy always relies on using as few medications as possible at the lowest effective doses.
I provide comprehensive and holistic treatment for those struggling with mood, anxiety, sleep, psychotic, OCD, ADHD, eating, and trauma based disorders. I have extensive experience with addiction/substance use disorders and geriatric psychiatric conditions as well. For substance use disorders, I provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options including naltrexone and suboxone/buprenorphine. For geriatric individuals, I provide memory evaluations, treat dementia along with related behavioral disturbances, and more. My therapeutic strategy always relies on using as few medications as possible at the lowest effective doses.
(213) 584-2331 View (213) 584-2331
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Harriette Davidson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Online Only
I believe healing is multidimensional. Mental health support is most effective when the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—is honored and supported. For those seeking emotional balance, clarity, medication management or a deeper connection to your inner strengths, I invite you to explore a more compassionate and empowering path forward.
I believe healing is multidimensional. Mental health support is most effective when the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—is honored and supported. For those seeking emotional balance, clarity, medication management or a deeper connection to your inner strengths, I invite you to explore a more compassionate and empowering path forward.
(951) 900-1969 View (951) 900-1969

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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.