Psychiatric Evaluation
A psychiatric evaluation is the first step in understanding who you are and what challenges you’re facing. The goal is to develop a formulation—a thoughtful, evolving picture of how your current difficulties have taken shape, drawing from the biological, psychological, and environmental factors in your life. This formulation isn’t static; it grows and deepens as our work continues. But its foundation begins in our first session, and it serves as a roadmap to guide your treatment in a way that is informed, individualized, and meaningful.
Medication Management
Whether I am the first psychiatrist to prescribe you medications or come with a full regimen already in hand, I work with you to find the best combination of medications to foster your flourishing. Psychiatric medications are incredible tools, but also come with side-effects and risks. I devote just as much time to mitigating these risks and removing unnecessary medications as I do to starting new ones. Medications can be taken continuously for many years in some cases, or as infrequently as once or twice a year, depending on one’s needs.
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is often used as a catchall term, but at its core, it’s a structured, intentional process aimed at fostering meaningful psychological change. My goal in therapy is not just symptom relief, but personal transformation—helping individuals grow in the way they relate to others, engage with work, and understand themselves. I approach this work through a blend of psychodynamic exploration and practical strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Together, we work to uncover deeper patterns, shift unhelpful behaviors, and build a more resilient, fulfilling life.