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Kathleen Julia Dong

Psychiatrist, MD

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Palo Alto, CA 94301
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Are you at a crossroads? Lost or stuck, anxious, sad, overwhelmed, betrayed, or grieving? Wondering how to make the necessary changes as you sense you want a broadened perspective that needs more awareness of yourself & others? I can help identify spoken & unspoken assumptions, personal patterns of interacting, or family & group dynamics that may be limiting your spontaneity & sense of possibility - even your capacity for making choices. The more deeply you understand yourself & how you relate, the more authentic, purposeful, creative, & connected your life becomes a true reflection of who you are & what matters to you.
As we talk, which can seem conversational, I identify spoken & unspoken assumptions, patterns of interacting. Board certified in adult psychiatry, I apply principles of psychoanalysis, life stage development, emotionally focused relating, family dynamics & roles, sociocultural historic & economic factors, and religious/spiritual perspectives as needed.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. I offer regularly scheduled sessions—50 min. for individuals & 80 for couples or families—creating a safe reliable space where you go at your own pace. This approach has supported people from many walks of life, including students, teachers, parents, grandparents, professors, health care providers, CEO & VC’s.
Take the first step to help. Call or Kathleen Julia Dong now - (650) 648-7151

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 648-7151

San Luis Obispo, CA 93402

Teletherapy via telephone or online video in the privacy of your home, car, or office, weekdays by appointment
I specialize in Psychodynamic and Emotionally Focused, Anxiety and Life Transitions 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (650) 648-7151
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 648-7151

San Luis Obispo, CA 93402

Teletherapy via telephone or online video in the privacy of your home, car, or office, weekdays by appointment
I specialize in Psychodynamic and Emotionally Focused, Anxiety and Life Transitions 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

Check, Zelle
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I provide a superbill for all work. Payments can be made by Zelle or mailed check.
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Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151
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I provide a superbill for all work. Payments can be made by Zelle or mailed check.
Photo of Kathleen Julia Dong, Psychiatrist, MD
Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / G 059622 Kathleen Julia Dong

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 37 years
  • Brown University PLME, AB/MD, Graduated 1985

    • Additional Credentials

  • Board Certification by Psychiatry
  • Certificate from APA Fellow
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ABPN board-certified in adult psychiatry, I trained at UCLA/NPI and served as Outpatient Chief Resident. I completed Brown University's combined liberal arts and medical program, earning a BA in American and English literature with a BA in Biology after graduating from Gunn High School in Palo Alto.
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Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151
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ABPN board-certified in adult psychiatry, I trained at UCLA/NPI and served as Outpatient Chief Resident. I completed Brown University's combined liberal arts and medical program, earning a BA in American and English literature with a BA in Biology after graduating from Gunn High School in Palo Alto.
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Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Psychodynamic and Emotionally Focused
  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Trained in medicine, I can assess how and when medications may be helpful. I work best as a psychotherapist collaborating with other prescribing psychiatrists who specialize in medication management, its side effects. Often after a year or more of doing psychotherapy, some patients find they can lower their medication dosages, or in certain cases, no longer need to continue taking medication.
Photo of Kathleen Julia Dong, Psychiatrist, MD
Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151
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Trained in medicine, I can assess how and when medications may be helpful. I work best as a psychotherapist collaborating with other prescribing psychiatrists who specialize in medication management, its side effects. Often after a year or more of doing psychotherapy, some patients find they can lower their medication dosages, or in certain cases, no longer need to continue taking medication.
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Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151

Endorsement

Rania Johnson
Rania Johnson
Psychiatrist, MD
Since I met Dr. Dong in 2018, I've known her to be a skilled, thoughtful, and conscientious therapist. She has particular insight into generational and cross-cultural family dynamics, as well as sustaining home life in our busy working environment.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
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I have engaged in 35 years practicing psychoanalytically oriented, emotionally focused psychotherapy with individuals, couples, and family systems. My experience includes providing supervision, consultation, and teaching to other psychiatrists and psychiatric residents, most recently as clinical faculty at Stanford University, as well as other clinicians in the community.
Photo of Kathleen Julia Dong, Psychiatrist, MD
Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151
"
I have engaged in 35 years practicing psychoanalytically oriented, emotionally focused psychotherapy with individuals, couples, and family systems. My experience includes providing supervision, consultation, and teaching to other psychiatrists and psychiatric residents, most recently as clinical faculty at Stanford University, as well as other clinicians in the community.
Photo of Kathleen Julia Dong, Psychiatrist, MD
Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (650) 648-7151

Location

Primary Location

Palo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 648-7151

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Additional Location

San Luis Obispo, CA 93402

(650) 648-7151

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Teletherapy via telephone or online video in the privacy of your home, car, or office, weekdays by appointment
Photo of Kathleen Julia Dong, Psychiatrist, MD
Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 648-7151
"
Teletherapy via telephone or online video in the privacy of your home, car, or office, weekdays by appointment
Photo of Kathleen Julia Dong, Psychiatrist, MD
Kathleen Julia Dong
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 648-7151