Female Psychiatrists in San Francisco, CA
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Jenya Kaufman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I have a special interest in
women
's mental health, particularly issues around pregnancy and motherhood.
I offer a collaborative approach to helping clients achieve their goals. I believe in treating each person as a unique individual and together finding the best way toward wellbeing. This begins with a comprehensive evaluation which can last from one to four sessions where we will attempt to understand the current difficulties and discuss treatment options. I have experience treating a wide variety of psychological and emotional difficulties with psychotherapy and medication when appropriate. In my practice I offer psychotherapy and medication evaluation/management to patients who are already in therapy.
Not accepting new clients
Uma Lerner
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Lerner specializes in
women
's mental health. She has expertise in the management of psychiatric and emotional challenges during pregnancy and when breastfeeding. Dr. Lerner focuses on the evaluation and management of the unique ways depression, anxiety, and ADHD manifest in
women
. Dr. Lerner utilizes an active and engaging psychotherapy approach in addition to treatment with medications.
Sanjana Karim | Peace Tree Mental Health
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a dual board certified psychiatrist and addiction specialist with over 15 years of experience treating
women
struggling with anxiety, addiction, relationship issues and trauma. If you have been suffering on your own, I want you to know that there is hope for relief, and that there is a future out there where you no longer feel weighed down, where you can thrive and fulfill your potential. I can help you address and relieve the emotional suffering that brought you to treatment, and help you create a life that is content, peaceful, and congruent with who you are at your core.
Eilly Yang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, WHNP, FNP
Verified
Verified
With extensive training in
women
’s health, I am uniquely qualified in the psychiatric care of
women
during pregnancy and postpartum.
Trained at Johns Hopkins University and triple board-certified in psychiatry, family, and
women
's health, I have experience caring for a diverse client population. I use a holistic, whole-person approach, meaning that we not only focus on medication, but also on lifestyle and behavioral changes. When medication is recommended, our goal is to reduce side effects while maximizing the benefits. You will find that I am curious, open-minded, inquisitive, and accepting. I care about my clients deeply and aim to build trust and respect within our therapeutic relationship.
Alexis Meshi
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a general adult psychiatrist with a strong interest in treating
women
.
Receive care from the comfort of your home! Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or attention and focus difficulties? Are your symptoms causing problems in your life? Are your relationships being affected? Are you not able to work to your potential? Are you unsatisfied in life and want to make major positive changes? Or are you doing well but want to further optimize your life situation? If you or a loved one suffer from emotional or mental distress, you have come to the right place. Welcome to my practice. I look forward meeting you and your loved ones and making your world a happier and a better place.
Tiffany Hwang
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! I'm a
women
's mental health psychiatrist. I provide medication management and therapy for
women
throughout all of life's stages and hormonal changes. Additionally, as a reproductive psychiatrist, I specialize in caring for
women
with depression and anxiety who are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or managing the postpartum course. My specialty extends to depressive and anxious symptoms related to periods or undergoing fertility treatments.
Katharine Ballinger
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and I do both medication management and pyschotherapy. I treat adults and adolescents with multiple mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, attention deficit disorder (ADHD/ADD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), insomnia, panic attacks, eating disorders, and relationship issues. I also have a special interest in
women
's health and treating
women
during pregnancy, post-partum, and pregnancy planning.
Marie Giarratana Young
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MPH, MSN, NP
Verified
Verified
Welcome! I am a
Women
's Mental Health Specialist. I offer services that are solution-focused, and supportive. If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, I can offer treatment in a compassionate and individualized manner. If medication is necessary, I will provide the added benefit of prescribing your medication. I enjoy working with all age groups of
women
who have varying needs. Living through the pandemic has created another layer of stress for so many
women
, and I can be of support to you. The experience of navigating the world of reproductive health can feel overwhelming. I offer solution-focused care in a gentle manner.
Anna Amour Ross
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNS-BC
Verified
Verified
Are you looking for an experienced psych med provider with a conservative approach to prescription meds? As a dual board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & Clinical Nurse Specialist with over 10 years of experience, Anna has proven success in assisting patients (age 18+) w/ complex dual diagnosis (PTSD/Military Combat-Related or Childhood Trauma). Licenses in AZ, CA, OR, MD & WA providing prompt access to psychiatric tele-mental health services for conditions that include ADHD (non-stimulants), Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression, Chronic Pain, Insomnia, Mood, PTSD.
Woman
Veteran Owned Private Practice based in CA.
Lauren Prasek
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
I am board-certified to see all ages but my primary focus is to empower
women
on their wellness journey by offering a comfortable and causal setting for treatment.
Linda Kim
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I am a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and therapist providing excellence in reproductive mental health. I specialize in helping
women
and their families feel their emotional best throughout pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, infertility, and more. I will support you in maximizing your emotional wellness so that you can be at your best personally and professionally. I offer a holistic and comprehensive approach to your care.
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Asheena Lee
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
If you are a
woman
struggling with moodiness, poor sleep, trouble in your relationships, anxiety, or depression this clinic is for you. Dr. Lee is an expert in the field of
women
’s mental health and a specialist in reproductive psychiatry. She understands the complexities that occur while trying to balance home life and work life. She also has additional training to help
women
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Bay Area Psychiatric - Integrative Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MS, RN, CS, PMHNP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm interested in a person's priorities, what engages them in life, and how they want to get there. I take a whole-person, root cause approach that delivers enhanced resilience and renewed feelings of wellbeing beyond "good enough”. I strive for truly well, without side effects. Integrative psychiatry offers solutions to support the complexity and sustained recovery of mood, anxiety, trauma, cognition/ADHD, and sleep-related challenges, including "treatment resistance," which may simply indicate the correct diagnosis has not been found, a biological clue has been missed, or a treatment strategy is not optimal.
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Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I treat patients with major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders. My individualized patient plans provide evidence-based treatment options, including medication management. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist who has a collaborative and empathetic approach based on mindfulness principles. For me, telepsychiatry is the modern equivalent to a home visit, where a patient can have their video appointment in a familiar environment such as their home or office. Our practice, founded in 2007, provides innovative, patient-centric care and accepts most major insurance plans.
Karin Hastik, M.D.
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
My practice utilizes a personalized approach to the psychiatric treatment of adolescents and adults. I focus on comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and individualized treatment of a variety of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention deficit disorder and post traumatic stress related conditions as well as work related interpersonal challenges and coaching.
I work with adolescents and adults to ensure your best care through behavioral interventions, psychotherapy, nutritional analysis, and medication management. Genetic testing and functional medicine are an integral part of my practice and patient care.
Dr. Sutapa Dube
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
I have always been interested in the interplay between our minds, our bodies, and our surroundings. That interest has led me on all sorts of adventures in learning how we evolve into such unique individuals. Medical school was my goal since kindergarten – it’s true! Psychiatry and the bio-psycho-social approach, which takes into account every aspect of an individual’s life, is the field of medicine that makes the most sense to me. As an integrative psychiatrist I am open to both traditional approaches and complementary/alternative approaches to wholeness and healing.
The Happiness Psychiatrist: Integrative TeleHealth
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Welcome! Dr. Ambardar graduated from Stanford with Honors in Biological Sciences, received her MD from Baylor College of Medicine, completed a clinical research fellowship at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, & did her Psychiatry residency training at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Manhattan. She has been an award-winning psychiatrist in California for over a decade, was awarded the Compassionate Doctor Award 5 times in a row, was twice named a "Super Doctor Rising Star" in LA Magazine’s annual “Best of LA” edition, and named a "Super Doctor" in the field of Psychiatry from 2016-2022.
Margarita Holsten
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
Welcome! I am medically trained to diagnose and treat psychiatric illness, and rule out medical causes of psychiatric symptoms. In my practice I rely on laboratory testing as well as very detailed history as part of your assessment. We will work together on a plan to get your life back on track. I offer a free 15 min phone consultation. Contact form available on my website www.timelinepsychiatry.com.
Elaine Liu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling stuck? Do you struggle with uncomfortable emotions or bodily sensations? Do you feel unsure about how to move forward with your life? Sometimes it takes a professional to help sort out what will be helpful for you. Together we can examine where the struggle lies, how ready you are to change, what the effective treatments are, and what role medications can play. If psychotherapy is a part of your treatment we can choose from various modalities to fit your needs including mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, behavioral strategies, exposure, and psychodynamic techniques.
Samantha Scherzinger
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified
Verified
Samantha Scherzinger is a board-certified family psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner. Samantha has a broad range of experience working with patients from diverse backgrounds across the lifespan. She has worked in community mental health settings as well as John Hopkins Medical Center. Samantha focuses on empowering her patients to achieve their optimal level of health and quality of life.
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Female Psychiatrists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.
About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in San Francisco is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
San Francisco Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in San Francisco has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in San Francisco, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. San Francisco Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in San Francisco is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
San Francisco Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in San Francisco has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in San Francisco, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. San Francisco Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.