Examine where the suffering happens. This is where the healing begins.
The conditions listed below are the primary areas of focus in this practice:
Areas of Focus
Anxiety, stress, OCD and related disorders
Depression and other mood disorders
PTSD and trauma-related concerns
Coping with life changes, stressors, or transitions
Self-esteem issues and identity development
Navigating relationships and family dynamics with a culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed lens
Existential questioning, professional burnout and moral injury
Women’s health issues
Living with/surviving cancer or other major medical illness
Caregiver stress and support
~Important Information Regarding Telemedicine~
Although virtual visits are appropriate for many conditions, there are some exceptions that may require a higher level of care than what I can safely provide through telemedicine:
Patients with active suicidal thoughts or urges to self-harm
Patients with thoughts of harming someone else
Alcohol and other substance use disorders
Psychotic disorders
Severely ill patients, recently discharged from inpatient hospitalization, or others who may require in-person visits
If experiencing thoughts of harm to self or others, please call 988, 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Services
The following services are offered as part of treatment plans — personalized based on your needs and preferences:
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I can help you arrive at an optimized medication regimen that relieves symptoms and minimizes side effects. Finding the right medication is often an important aspect of managing psychiatric symptoms -- when combined with the extra support of holistic interventions, you may feel better faster and eventually reduce your need for medication in the future.
*Note: I do not prescribe any controlled medications (such as benzodiazepines and stimulants) at this time due to federal regulations regarding the prescription of controlled substances over telemedicine (Ryan Haight Act).
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I use methods derived from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Narrative and Meaning-Centered Therapies, and Motivational Interviewing in working with patients. I start the therapy process by actively listening to you and your story, tailoring the process to fit your unique situation.
In some cases, our work together may involve a more goal-oriented approach of teaching you concrete tools that help you gain insight into yourself and break free from the negative patterns holding you back.
In other cases, we may journey on a more depth-oriented approach that explores how you think, experience and relationally function in the world (including biological, social and cultural aspects). We will create an open, non-judgmental space to process larger life questions of human existence, personal values, and beliefs. Through this work, we can help you uncover roots of problems and better understand yourself so that you are empowered to make life choices that align with who you are and lead a life that feels sincere, connected, and purposeful.
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Even the most effective medication regimen may fall short if your sleep, nutrition, or movement routines don't support your mental health. While changing lifestyle habits can be challenging, I'm here to guide you through small, manageable steps that encourage you to take an active role in fostering lasting positive changes that enhance your quality of life.
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I can teach you how to use mindfulness and meditation practices to cultivate present-moment awareness, improve focus, reduce stress, and better ride the natural waves of emotions to stabilize mood and restore balance.
Appointments
Initial Psychiatric Consultation
90 minutes
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and treatment plan, including assessment of psychiatric history, medical history, family history, lifestyle habits, and goals for treatment. Review of any relevant medical records and lab testing. Post-appointment coordination of care, as needed, with other members of your healthcare team (i.e. therapist, primary care doctor).
Follow Up Appointment (Long)
50 minutes
For Psychotherapy and/or Medication Management.
Follow Up Appointment (Brief)
25 minutes
For Medication Management Only.
Fees & Billing
Ikigai Psychiatry does not participate with any insurance plans, but does accept out-of-network benefits. This means patients can use their health insurance plan at the practice even if it’s not listed as a provider within their network. This expands patients’ options for accessing mental health care, while also increasing the affordability of services. We can provide a receipt (superbill) that you can submit to your insurance company to get out-of-network reimbursement. You may also pay for treatment using a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA). See FAQ page for more details.
This is an out-of-network psychiatric practice because it allows us to protect the kind of care we believe patients deserve.
Please contact us for information or questions regarding fees.
Why consider seeing an out-of-network psychiatrist?
Personalized, high-quality attention with unrushed, thoughtful sessions designed around understanding your unique story and clinical goals.
Greater privacy and discretion where your personal information stays strictly between you and your psychiatrist; no mandatory insurance reporting and no third-party oversight.
Care that truly puts you first and is guided by clinical priorities, free from insurance restrictions and time limits.
Flexible, comprehensive treatment options, whether that means therapy, medication management, holistic interventions or an effective blend of layered approaches.
Reliable, direct communication with your psychiatrist with quicker response times, on-time medication refills and improved continuity of care.
Easy, stress-free scheduling, with minimal wait times and the ability to book appointments as often as needed.
Collaboration and care coordination with your existing treatment team (i.e. therapist, primary care doctor, OBGYN, medical specialist, nutritionist)
A more connected boutique-level experience, driven by smaller caseloads, less administrative burden, and stronger relationship-centered care grounded in trust and consistency.
The freedom to choose your ideal provider, ensuring a therapeutic match that supports meaningful, lasting progress.
I evoke these questions in my approach to help you better understand the roots of problems and build empowering personal narratives of wisdom, resilience, and meaning.
“The boundary to what we can accept is the boundary to our freedom.”
— TARA BRACH, Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha