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Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD

Dr. Casey Lester

Psychiatrist, MD (he, him)

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1 Endorsed
648 Menlo Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Let's Connect (650) 899-7156
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Hello! I'm a Stanford and University of California trained child & adolescent & adult psychiatrist in a small, concierge-style practice. I work with a therapy dog who helps my patients to feel safe and comfortable. I have special interests in trauma-related disorders, OCD, anxiety, and ADHD. My style is compassionate, nonjudgmental, warm, patient-centered, and therapy-oriented. When prescribing medication I practice based on the latest scientific evidence, so that my patients have the highest chance of meeting their mental health goals without unnecessary side effects. I connect especially well with teens and young adults.
I take my time to understand the whole person, including their goals, values, culture, development, and family system. As a result, I am able to provide a level of personalized care that goes beyond the typical "one-size-fits-all" approach of larger healthcare organizations.
If you are seeking a psychiatrist who will truly listen to you and provide thoughtful care, then I may be a good fit for you. I can currently schedule most new patients within one to two weeks. If you are interested in a free 15-minute phone consultation please go to my website at www.caseylestermd.com and complete my new patient form.
Call or Dr. Casey Lester now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 899-7156

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

648 Menlo Avenue

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 899-7156

935 Middlefield Road

Palo Alto, CA 94301

I offer both telehealth and in-person visits. I wear a mask during in-person visits for the protection of my patients.
I specialize in ADHD, Trauma and PTSD and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Video of Elmo the therapy dog and me in our office.
Dr. Casey Lester
Let's Connect (650) 899-7156
Photo of Dr. Casey Lester, MD, Psychiatrist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

648 Menlo Avenue

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 899-7156

935 Middlefield Road

Palo Alto, CA 94301

I offer both telehealth and in-person visits. I wear a mask during in-person visits for the protection of my patients.
I specialize in ADHD, Trauma and PTSD and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Video of Elmo the therapy dog and me in our office.
Dr. Casey Lester

Finances

Fees

  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I am not in-network with any insurance. I can provide a superbill that you can use to request reimbursement from your insurance company.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 899-7156
Photo of Dr. Casey Lester, MD, Psychiatrist
Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD
"
I am not in-network with any insurance. I can provide a superbill that you can use to request reimbursement from your insurance company.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 899-7156
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Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / a165058 Casey Lester
  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Degree/Diploma from Stanford University School of Medicine Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship
  • Degree/Diploma from University of California, Riverside School of Medicine General Psychiatry Residency
  • University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, MD
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I am double board certified in child & adolescent psychiatry and general psychiatry.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 899-7156
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Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD
"
I am double board certified in child & adolescent psychiatry and general psychiatry.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 899-7156
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Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Medication Management
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
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I specialize in treating posttraumatic stress disorders and developmental trauma disorders and see a small number of patients for specialized therapy for these challenges. Many patients choose to see me for help with medication and see a separate therapist. I am highly trained in helping people living with OCD, anxiety, and ADHD.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 899-7156
Photo of Dr. Casey Lester, MD, Psychiatrist
Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD
"
I specialize in treating posttraumatic stress disorders and developmental trauma disorders and see a small number of patients for specialized therapy for these challenges. Many patients choose to see me for help with medication and see a separate therapist. I am highly trained in helping people living with OCD, anxiety, and ADHD.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 899-7156
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Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD

Endorsement

Dr. Sara Chowdhury
Dr. Sara Chowdhury
PsychiatristMD
I have had the privilege of working with Dr. Lester. He is one of the most knowledgable and thoughtful psychiatrists that I have come across. His expertise around trauma work is unparalleled. I strongly recommend Dr. Lester to patients with no hesitation.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cue-Centered Therapy (CCT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Mentalization-Based Treatment (MBT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 899-7156
Photo of Dr. Casey Lester, MD, Psychiatrist
Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 899-7156
Photo of Dr. Casey Lester, MD, Psychiatrist
Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD

Location

Primary Location

648 Menlo Avenue

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 899-7156

Additional Location

935 Middlefield Road

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 899-7156
"
I offer both telehealth and in-person visits. I wear a mask during in-person visits for the protection of my patients.
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 899-7156
Photo of Dr. Casey Lester, MD, Psychiatrist
Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD
"
I offer both telehealth and in-person visits. I wear a mask during in-person visits for the protection of my patients.
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 899-7156
Photo of Dr. Casey Lester, MD, Psychiatrist
Dr. Casey Lester
Psychiatrist, MD