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Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Greer Murphy

Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
117 California Avenue, Suite D201, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Let's Connect (650) 629-0909
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NOW offering new blood-based and imaging tests for Alzheimer's disease. I can also help you with: Treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, compulsions, and trauma. Also, insomnia, chronic fatigue, inattention and lack of focus. Memory and other cognitive concerns, even when complicated by agitation. Overuse and dependence on habit-forming prescription and non-prescription substances. Workplace and family issues. Chronic pain. Nonresponse to medication and psychotherapies. I also have decades of experience treating severe mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and psychosis in hospital, outpatient, and residential settings.
I am skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of virtually every type of psychiatric, cognitive, and addiction problem. With my background as a nationally recognized medical scientist, I am up to date on the most effective treatments, and can assist you in deciding which is best for you, as well as avoiding potentially harmful approaches promoted online.
Please contact me for a confidential initial consultation at no charge. This will help us determine how I can best be of service to you. I enjoy workiing collaboratively with my patients so as tailor treatment to your particular situation, and optimize the outcome for you. I do make home visits for patients with mobility or cognitive challenges.
Call or Greer Murphy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 629-0909

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

117 California Avenue

Suite D201

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 629-0909
N95 mask during indoor in-person visits
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

117 California Avenue

Suite D201

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 629-0909
N95 mask during indoor in-person visits
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / G64130 Greer Murphy
  • In Practice for 38 Years
  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Certificate from American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Geriatric Psychiatry 1118 / 1994
  • Certificate from American Board of Preventive Medicine, Addiction Medicine 61-0253 / 2018
  • University of California, Davis, M.D., Graduated 1986
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Triple Board-Certified Medical Psychiatrist and Addiction Medicine Specialist. "Experience and Authentic Credentials Make a Difference".
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
"
Triple Board-Certified Medical Psychiatrist and Addiction Medicine Specialist. "Experience and Authentic Credentials Make a Difference".
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 629-0909
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Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Dementia
  • Dependence on habit forming prescription drugs
  • Deprescribing of overly complex medication regimen
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Coaching
  • Medical Detox
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Spravato (Esketamine) Certified Healthcare Setting
  • Suboxone (Buprenorphine) DEA-authorized prescriber
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Location

Primary Location

117 California Avenue

Suite D201

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 629-0909
"
N95 mask during indoor in-person visits
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
"
N95 mask during indoor in-person visits
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 629-0909
Photo of Greer Murphy, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Greer Murphy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD