Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

Available both in-person and online

19800 Macarthur Boulevard 3rd floor Irvine, CA 92612

If you’ve been dealing with symptoms that don’t fit neatly into one box, you’re not alone. Psychiatry is complex, and finding the right answers often takes time and a willingness to look at the full picture. I work with adults and seniors navigating a wide range of mental health challenges from mood and anxiety symptoms to situations where emotional and physical health feel deeply connected. My training shaped how I approach each evaluation, with attention to both the psychiatric and medical sides of the story. We’ll take the time to understand your full picture and build a plan that actually fits your life.

I provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management for mood, anxiety, and attention-related conditions. My approach is structured and individualized, with careful attention to diagnosis, treatment response, and long-term outcomes.

Starting care can feel like a big step, especially if things have been unclear or frustrating. If you’re looking for a more structured and thoughtful approach, you’re welcome to reach out and see if this feels like the right fit.

Call or Email Gol Ara now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 806-5936

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

19800 Macarthur Boulevard

3rd floor

Irvine, CA 92612 map

(949) 806-5936

Initial Session Fee $600, Standard Visit $250

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

19800 Macarthur Boulevard

3rd floor

Irvine, CA 92612 map

(949) 806-5936

Initial Session Fee $600, Standard Visit $250

Finances

Fees

Initial Session Fee $600
Standard Visit $250

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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I am an out-of-network provider. Sessions are paid via secure card on file prior to appointments, and I provide superbills for patients seeking reimbursement from their insurance.

Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 806-5936

"

I am an out-of-network provider. Sessions are paid via secure card on file prior to appointments, and I provide superbills for patients seeking reimbursement from their insurance.

Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 806-5936

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A182327 Gol Ara

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 8 years

UCLA, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Fellowship, Graduated 2023

Additional Credentials

Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)

Degree/Diploma from Tehran University of Medical Sciences MD / 2012

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I completed a fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, following my psychiatry residency at the University of New Mexico and medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences. I am board-certified and licensed throughout California.

Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 806-5936

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I completed a fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, following my psychiatry residency at the University of New Mexico and medical degree from Tehran University of Medical Sciences. I am board-certified and licensed throughout California.

Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 806-5936

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Depression
Geriatric and Seniors
Medication Management
Mood Disorders
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Psychosis
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Testing and Evaluation
Trauma and PTSD

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I work with people struggling with anxiety, low mood, and conditions where mind and body are deeply connected. We start by truly understanding your experience, then build a plan that may include therapy, medication management, or even reassessing and reducing medication over time. The aim is gradual, meaningful progress toward more clarity and a better quality of life.

Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 806-5936

"

I work with people struggling with anxiety, low mood, and conditions where mind and body are deeply connected. We start by truly understanding your experience, then build a plan that may include therapy, medication management, or even reassessing and reducing medication over time. The aim is gradual, meaningful progress toward more clarity and a better quality of life.

Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 806-5936

Gol Ara

Psychiatrist, MD

My Practice at a Glance

My Practice at a Glance

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Fees

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Qualifications

Education and Years In Practice

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