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Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
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Raghu Kiran Appasani

Psychiatrist, MD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
1996 Union St., San Francisco, CA 94123
Let's Connect (415) 426-2654
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Dr. Raghu Kiran Appasani is an Integrative Psychiatrist, Neuroscientist, and Social Entrepreneur focused on bridging the gap between western and eastern practices to create a wholesome society by taking a proactive approach to health. His current interests lie at the intersection of psychodynamic psychotherapy, integrative/nutritional psychiatry, mental health literacy, advocacy, wellness, entrepreneurship, and psychedelics.
Clinical interests lie in psychedelic therapy, mood disorders (depression, bipolar), addiction, chronic/autoimmune medical illness, anxiety disorders, OCD spectrum, eating disorders, trauma, and personality spectrum conditions. I maintain a small panel of patients in order to provide concierge-level care for my patients.
Visit www.appasanimd.com to learn more and reach out
Call or Raghu Kiran Appasani now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 426-2654

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Appasani MD PC

1996 Union St.

San Francisco, CA 94123 map

(415) 426-2654
I am committed to meeting you where you are and offer sessions via telehealth, in office, or in other appropriate settings.
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (415) 426-2654
Photo of Raghu Kiran Appasani, Psychiatrist, MD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Appasani MD PC

1996 Union St.

San Francisco, CA 94123 map

(415) 426-2654
I am committed to meeting you where you are and offer sessions via telehealth, in office, or in other appropriate settings.
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
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I do not accept insurance, but I can provide an itemized receipt or superbill that can be submitted using your patient portal (Osmind).
Photo of Raghu Kiran Appasani, Psychiatrist, MD
Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 426-2654
"
I do not accept insurance, but I can provide an itemized receipt or superbill that can be submitted using your patient portal (Osmind).
Photo of Raghu Kiran Appasani, Psychiatrist, MD
Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 426-2654

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A164516 Raghu Kiran Appasani
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • University of California San Francisco, Addiction Psychiatry, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Certificate from Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies 2021
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I am licensed in California, Colorado, New York, and Massachusetts.
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Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 426-2654
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I am licensed in California, Colorado, New York, and Massachusetts.
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Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 426-2654

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Depression
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Video Game Addiction
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Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (415) 426-2654
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Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (415) 426-2654

3 Endorsements

Sidney A Edsall
Sidney A Edsall
PsychiatristMDDABMA
Raghu Appasani is a wonderful physician and healer. He emanates genuine warmth and compassion to his clients and also communicates complex medical issues with ease. His expertise spans addictions, adolescent care, and psychedelic medicines.
Sara Moss
Sara Moss
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFT
Dr. Appasani is a gem for any client, offering a tailored and integrative approach that truly works. His honesty, professionalism, and client-first attitude are unmatched. He goes above and beyond to stay updated with the latest research and training.
Dr. Marc Smith - CLEAR Ketamine + Psychiatry
Dr. Marc Smith - CLEAR Ketamine + Psychiatry
PsychiatristMD
Dr. Appasani is a dedicated and skilled psychiatrist. His thoughtful approach and clinical expertise make him an outstanding provider. I had the pleasure of working with him during residency and highly recommend him for compassionate psychiatric care

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Existential
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (415) 426-2654
Photo of Raghu Kiran Appasani, Psychiatrist, MD
Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (415) 426-2654

Location

Primary Location

Appasani MD PC

1996 Union St.

San Francisco, CA 94123

(415) 426-2654
"
I am committed to meeting you where you are and offer sessions via telehealth, in office, or in other appropriate settings.
Photo of Raghu Kiran Appasani, Psychiatrist, MD
Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 426-2654
"
I am committed to meeting you where you are and offer sessions via telehealth, in office, or in other appropriate settings.
Photo of Raghu Kiran Appasani, Psychiatrist, MD
Raghu Kiran Appasani
Psychiatrist, MD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 426-2654