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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO

Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy

Psychiatrist, DO (he, him)

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Menlo Park, CA 94025
Available online only
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Let's Connect (650) 822-0721
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Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Chofla founded Empathy Therapy to expand access to mental health care across California. Today, he provides personalized virtual services to communities like Emerald Hills, Alto, and Sleepy Hollow, combining therapy and psychiatric support with no insurance hassles or long waitlists.
Utilizing over 26 years of counseling experience, Dr. Chofla believes we all have the capacity for growth and healing at any age. As a family and community psychiatrist, he performs respectful psychotherapy with empathy in addition to careful medication management.
Take the first step to help. Call Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy now - (650) 822-0721

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 822-0721

Redwood City, CA 94061

Website
Virtual psychiatry & therapy across San Mateo & Marin Counties, including West Menlo Park, Emerald Hills, Sleepy Hollow & Alto
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and ADHD 
Standard Visit $350  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Let's Connect (650) 822-0721
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 822-0721

Redwood City, CA 94061

Website
Virtual psychiatry & therapy across San Mateo & Marin Counties, including West Menlo Park, Emerald Hills, Sleepy Hollow & Alto
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and ADHD 
Standard Visit $350  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy

Finances

Fees

  • Standard Visit $350

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Many insurance plans offer out-of-network benefits, and you may be reimbursed directly with a Superbill we provide.
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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721
"
Many insurance plans offer out-of-network benefits, and you may be reimbursed directly with a Superbill we provide.
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721

Qualifications

    Psychiatrist: Mark Chofla

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A8365 Mark Chofla
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 24 years
  • Midwestern University, DO, Graduated 2002
  • Additional Credentials

  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Membership with Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of California (OPSC) 2002
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Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and licensed physician offering virtual therapy and medication management to clients in West Menlo Park, Emerald Hills, Sleepy Hollow, Alto, and other communities in San Mateo and Marin Counties, and across California.
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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721
"
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and licensed physician offering virtual therapy and medication management to clients in West Menlo Park, Emerald Hills, Sleepy Hollow, Alto, and other communities in San Mateo and Marin Counties, and across California.
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Dr. Chofla at Empathy Therapy specializes in anxiety, depression, attention challenges, and life transitions. He blends psychiatric expertise with psychotherapy to support emotional clarity, balanced mood, focused thinking, and overall mental wellness.
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721
"
Dr. Chofla at Empathy Therapy specializes in anxiety, depression, attention challenges, and life transitions. He blends psychiatric expertise with psychotherapy to support emotional clarity, balanced mood, focused thinking, and overall mental wellness.
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Empathy Therapy
  • Executive Coaching
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Schema Therapy
  • Strength-Based
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Individual therapy and medication support.
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721
"
Individual therapy and medication support.
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721

Location

Primary Location

Menlo Park, CA 94025

(650) 822-0721

Additional Location

Redwood City, CA 94061

(650) 822-0721
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Virtual psychiatry & therapy across San Mateo & Marin Counties, including West Menlo Park, Emerald Hills, Sleepy Hollow & Alto
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721
"
Virtual psychiatry & therapy across San Mateo & Marin Counties, including West Menlo Park, Emerald Hills, Sleepy Hollow & Alto
Photo of Dr. Mark Chofla - Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy, Psychiatrist, DO
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 822-0721