Peter Kass
Psychiatrist, MD, MEd
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2 Endorsed
2991 Kalmia Street, San Diego, CA 92104
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Dr. Kass believes that optimal psychiatric care begins by hearing a patient’s history and understanding his or her goals for entering treatment. There are no algorithms for mental health care; Dr. Kass believes treating mental illness and optimizing patient well-being depends on formulating patients individually and tailoring treatment to meet their unique goals and needs. Psychological distress, whether it be experienced as depression, anxiety, social withdrawal, insomnia, irritability, or emotional numbness, is often due to multiple environmental, social, and psychological factors.
Dr. Kass uses his initial visits to help patients understand the factors contributing to their experiences, then works with them to best address these factors and treat their symptoms. If medications seem necessary, they should make up only one part of a more comprehensive treatment plan.
Dr. Kass believes in treating clients holistically through a combination of talk therapy, lifestyle optimization (sleep, diet, exercise, etc), medication management, and mindfulness. Dr. Kass will use these various techniques to help you feel better, optimize your wellbeing, and achieve your goals of coming to treatment.
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Psychiatrist, MD, MEd
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A150601 Peter Kass
- In Practice for 9 years
- University of California-San Diego, M.D., Graduated 2016
- Degree/Diploma from Pomona College B.A. - Neuroscience / 2009
- Degree/Diploma from Loyola Marymount University M.Ed. / 2011
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Peter Kass
Psychiatrist, MD, MEd
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (619) 391-2396
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Sports Performance
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Cancer
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Medication Management
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
Peter Kass
Psychiatrist, MD, MEd
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (619) 391-2396