Autism Psychiatrists in Pacific Palisades, CA
Are you feeling sad or anxious and want better tools to help you feel better? Have you been having intrusive, stressful thoughts, and worries? Would you like to find ways to manage catastrophizing thoughts better? What about help in understanding your emotions? Do you want an asset on your team to help you reach your mental health goals? Do you want to feel stable and excel in ways that you were meant to?
Are you feeling sad or anxious and want better tools to help you feel better? Have you been having intrusive, stressful thoughts, and worries? Would you like to find ways to manage catastrophizing thoughts better? What about help in understanding your emotions? Do you want an asset on your team to help you reach your mental health goals? Do you want to feel stable and excel in ways that you were meant to?
After completing his residency training on the East Coast, Dr. Wong returned to his home state of California where he treats children, adolescents, and adults. He has published academic articles, contributed to a book, and presented at national and international conferences. As a former athlete and avid videogame enthusiast, a portion of his practice is dedicated to supporting both traditional sport athletes and e-sport athletes alike. Dr. Wong draws on a broad range of experiences to create a safe and supportive environment, empowering individuals to build brighter, more fulfilling futures.
After completing his residency training on the East Coast, Dr. Wong returned to his home state of California where he treats children, adolescents, and adults. He has published academic articles, contributed to a book, and presented at national and international conferences. As a former athlete and avid videogame enthusiast, a portion of his practice is dedicated to supporting both traditional sport athletes and e-sport athletes alike. Dr. Wong draws on a broad range of experiences to create a safe and supportive environment, empowering individuals to build brighter, more fulfilling futures.
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!
If your child is anxious, struggling in school, or not acting like themselves, I can help.
I work with children and teens facing anxiety, ADHD, mood changes, and behavioral challenges that affect home, school, or relationships. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatry with thoughtful psychotherapy.
I don’t aim to change your child, but to help them understand themselves and build healthier patterns. I offer therapy and medication management when appropriate, with a careful, individualized approach.
If your child is anxious, struggling in school, or not acting like themselves, I can help.
I work with children and teens facing anxiety, ADHD, mood changes, and behavioral challenges that affect home, school, or relationships. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatry with thoughtful psychotherapy.
I don’t aim to change your child, but to help them understand themselves and build healthier patterns. I offer therapy and medication management when appropriate, with a careful, individualized approach.
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 welcome people of all ages and genders, but I have special expertise in working with women and adolescent girls who suffer from depression, mood swings, grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-injury, eating disorders, and/or ADHD. I see patients in person in Beverly Hills and in Redlands, California, and I also see patients via telepsychiatry throughout California. I use an approach that combines psychiatry-as-usual, that is, medications and therapy, with lifestyle changes in several domains. I work with patients to help them to achieve all-around vibrant health, both mental and physical.
I welcome people of all ages and genders, but I have special expertise in working with women and adolescent girls who suffer from depression, mood swings, grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-injury, eating disorders, and/or ADHD. I see patients in person in Beverly Hills and in Redlands, California, and I also see patients via telepsychiatry throughout California. I use an approach that combines psychiatry-as-usual, that is, medications and therapy, with lifestyle changes in several domains. I work with patients to help them to achieve all-around vibrant health, both mental and physical.
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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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 name is Fidelia Nnachetam, l am a Board Certified Nurser Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am qualified to practice both primary care and psychiatric. I diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications for children, adolescents, and adults. Some of my practice specialists: Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Anxiety, ADHD, Panic Attacks and Substance Abuse. Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, It is treatable by prescribing up-to-date psychiatric medications. Our treatment is via telehealth so the client can share their experiences in the comfort of their own home. We are available 7 days a week.
My name is Fidelia Nnachetam, l am a Board Certified Nurser Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am qualified to practice both primary care and psychiatric. I diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications for children, adolescents, and adults. Some of my practice specialists: Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Anxiety, ADHD, Panic Attacks and Substance Abuse. Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, It is treatable by prescribing up-to-date psychiatric medications. Our treatment is via telehealth so the client can share their experiences in the comfort of their own home. We are available 7 days a week.
Shara Ally, providing evidence-based medication management for adults via telehealth. As an author and TEDx speaker, she translates complex research into clear, practical care plans at Mental Health Practitioners that help patients feel informed and supported. Shara specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions (PTSD), adult ADHD, OCD, bipolar spectrum disorders, and women's mental health across the reproductive lifespan—including perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, PMDD, and menopausal transitions.
Shara Ally, providing evidence-based medication management for adults via telehealth. As an author and TEDx speaker, she translates complex research into clear, practical care plans at Mental Health Practitioners that help patients feel informed and supported. Shara specializes in mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions (PTSD), adult ADHD, OCD, bipolar spectrum disorders, and women's mental health across the reproductive lifespan—including perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, PMDD, and menopausal transitions.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (DNP, PMHNP-BC), I provide a progressive, evidence-based approach to mental health. I believe healing happens at the intersection of three factors, your upbringing, your current environment, and your unique genetic makeup. If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, or Bipolar Disorder, I am here to help. I place a strong emphasis on the biological roots of psychiatric conditions while prioritizing the psychosocial and psychodynamic factors that make you who you are. My goal is to offer a personalized path toward stability and long-term wellness.
As a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (DNP, PMHNP-BC), I provide a progressive, evidence-based approach to mental health. I believe healing happens at the intersection of three factors, your upbringing, your current environment, and your unique genetic makeup. If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, or Bipolar Disorder, I am here to help. I place a strong emphasis on the biological roots of psychiatric conditions while prioritizing the psychosocial and psychodynamic factors that make you who you are. My goal is to offer a personalized path toward stability and long-term wellness.
Welcoming New Patients! Rachel is a board certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She is known for demonstrating genuine care for her clients and going above and beyond to support them in meeting mental health goals in whatever way suits them best. Rachel provides thorough evaluations, accurate diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment plans that integrate supportive therapy. Her warmth and collaborative approach help clients feel heard and empowered.
Welcoming New Patients! Rachel is a board certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She is known for demonstrating genuine care for her clients and going above and beyond to support them in meeting mental health goals in whatever way suits them best. Rachel provides thorough evaluations, accurate diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment plans that integrate supportive therapy. Her warmth and collaborative approach help clients feel heard and empowered.
Dr. Sayer is a board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in medication management and psychotherapy. He is licensed in New York and California. He founded the group private practice, Ficus Psych. In private practice, he sees children, teens, and adults. Dr. Sayer understands that the best outcomes happen when patients and doctors work as a team. It is his mission to use his expertise, in combination with the unique characteristics of each patient, to empower patients to make meaningful progress in their lives.
Dr. Sayer is a board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in medication management and psychotherapy. He is licensed in New York and California. He founded the group private practice, Ficus Psych. In private practice, he sees children, teens, and adults. Dr. Sayer understands that the best outcomes happen when patients and doctors work as a team. It is his mission to use his expertise, in combination with the unique characteristics of each patient, to empower patients to make meaningful progress in their lives.
I’m Dr. Peyman Tashkandi, a psychiatrist who sees this work as a calling — rooted in a deep drive to understand the intricacies of the human mind. My approach blends neuroscience, psychology, and the social forces that shape us. I’ve had the privilege of treating people from all walks of life — from Skid Row to Billionaires’ Row. I offer personalized care for children, adolescents, and adults, combining therapy, medication, and insight-driven healing. My goal is to relieve psychological pain and help you reconnect with a meaningful life.
I’m Dr. Peyman Tashkandi, a psychiatrist who sees this work as a calling — rooted in a deep drive to understand the intricacies of the human mind. My approach blends neuroscience, psychology, and the social forces that shape us. I’ve had the privilege of treating people from all walks of life — from Skid Row to Billionaires’ Row. I offer personalized care for children, adolescents, and adults, combining therapy, medication, and insight-driven healing. My goal is to relieve psychological pain and help you reconnect with a meaningful life.
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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.