PTSD Psychiatrists in California

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist and have been practicing for over 16 years. My practice focuses on medication management, which I typically combine with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. If I feel you would benefit from working with a therapist in conjunction with medication management, I welcome collaboration with your therapist to make for the best outcome. I specialize in psychopharmacology, especially tailoring individualized treatment to serve the needs of patients with a variety of conditions. I have a lot of experience in treating patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, insomnia, and ADHD, as well as experience in treating patients with medical comorbidities.

I am a graduate of the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in San Juan, PR. I completed my residency at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, followed by a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. My years of experience started as a medical officer for the Army, including a deployment to Iraq. My working experience after my military service includes working as a medical director of a community health center, a medical director of a community hospital, a medical director of an inpatient unit, and working for an Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACT) specializing in the Serious Mentally Ill population.

My primary focus is medication management with an emphasis on shared decision-making; however, I frequently also utilize supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy principles in my approach. I have a patient-centered and thorough approach to treatment, with experience treating a broad spectrum of mental health disorders and particular interest in depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I may refer patients to a therapist if further support would be beneficial.

I received my medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio and subsequently completed my psychiatry residency training at UT Health San Antonio. I have also worked in clinic with severely mentally ill patients at the South Texas VA in San Antonio.

I use a collaborative, narrative-informed approach that centers each patient's lived experience and values. My integrative method helps individuals recognize emotional and behavioral patterns shaped by cultural, relational, and systemic factors. I am committed to providing culturally responsive and identity-affirming care, with a particular focus on immigrant communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and high-performance professionals. In clinical practice, I combine evidence-based medication management with appropriate psychotherapy techniques and elements of executive coaching. This comprehensive approach supports patients navigating high-pressure environments, helping them achieve greater clarity, resilience, and confidence across both personal and professional domains.

I earned my undergraduate degree in Materials Science and NanoEngineering from Rice University, my medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and completed my psychiatry residency training at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Now based in New York City, I bring a broad geographic and cultural perspective, having previously lived in China, Canada, Illinois, California, Texas, and Mississippi.

My approach to patient care combines evidence-based medicine while recognizing the individual factors that can influence well-being. I emphasize a holistic approach to mental health treatment using the biopsychosocial foundation. I have a special interest in Cultural Psychiatry and prioritize providing personalized and effective care to a diverse patient population.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who began my interest in Psychiatry while studying Psychobiology at UCLA. I completed my General Psychiatry residency at the University of Rochester.

I am a psychiatrist with over thirty years of experience providing medication management as well as supportive psychotherapy to adult patients. I take a positive psychiatry approach to treatment, prescribing medication while supporting patient strengths, social connections, and healthy habits. I provide care for patients with depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and ADHD, and I have worked with university students as well as employees in an employee assistance program.

In my previous role as an Associate Professor at the University of Florida, I conducted research on the increase in depression and anxiety as well as the increased use of psychiatric medications among university students. I have published academic papers and given national talks on these topics with the goal of decreasing stigma and improving mental health care for young adults. I am a founding member of the Association for College Psychiatry and a member of the American Psychiatric Association college mental health caucus.

I provide education to the public about mental health as a writer and public speaker. My articles have appeared in the New York Times, the Tampa Bay Times, and the Huffington Post, and I have been interviewed on NPR and several podcasts. I currently write a Psychology Today parenting blog, "College Wellness: Promoting Happiness & Health in the College Years." My book, "The Campus Cure: A Parent's Guide to Mental Health & Wellness for College Students," was published in January 2018.

I hold an undergraduate degree from Harvard, a medical degree from Yale, and completed my psychiatry residency training at New York Hospital Cornell Medical Center. I am a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.

I'm a board-certified adult psychiatrist. I completed my medical training at the University of California Irvine School of Medicine, then moved to New York for my psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. During training, I gained extensive clinical experience across psychiatric inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings, which gave me the opportunity to treat patients of all ages and backgrounds. I also co-led a mindfulness group at the outpatient clinic, worked with students at Baruch College, and rotated with the Assertive Community Treatment team at MSBI.

Ultimately, I chose to specialize in outpatient care, focusing on treating patients with mood and anxiety disorders. While my practice primarily emphasizes medication management, I also incorporate supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques in my sessions. If appropriate, I'll refer you for psychotherapy and collaborate with your therapist to support your care. I look forward to meeting and working with you to help you feel better.

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New patients can expect a collaborative, patient-centered approach grounded in open communication and mutual respect. I prioritize creating a warm and supportive environment where care is personalized to meet individual needs. My style empowers patients to take an active role in their mental health journey through informed decisions and compassionate treatment. I begin by thoroughly understanding each patient's unique history and goals during the initial session, which sets the foundation for trust and transparency. Together, we create tailored treatment plans with clear, achievable objectives. Ongoing follow-ups ensure progress is tracked, adjustments are made when necessary, and care remains responsive and effective.

I earned my medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California, and completed my psychiatry residency in San Bernardino, California. I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, and for the past five years, I have worked extensively in telepsychiatry, helping patients across a variety of care settings.

My practice focuses on medication management, typically in conjunction with supportive therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. On occasion, I may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. I am double board-certified in geriatric and adult psychiatry.

I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Pittsburgh and my medical degree from Penn State University. Following medical school, I completed general psychiatry residency training at the University of Connecticut, where I was Chief Resident of outpatient psychiatric services. During that time, I was also chosen as an Honors Scholar by the American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry. After training, I moved to California to complete my geriatric psychiatry fellowship at Stanford. Following my fellowship, I worked at Kaiser Permanente in clinical roles of outpatient, geriatric, and C/L.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist who strives to understand my patients' lived experiences and aspirations to develop supportive therapeutic relationships through empathetic listening, mutual trust, and respect. I collaboratively create individualized care plans that align with personal treatment goals in a safe and judgment-free environment.

After completing my Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology with a focus in psychology from the University of California, Merced, I earned my medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. I completed my General Psychiatry Residency at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in New York.

My clinical experience involves treating individuals of all age groups from diverse populations and socioeconomic backgrounds suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, and neurocognitive disorders. I have provided care in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric facilities, the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, emergency rooms, state facilities, and an inpatient chemical dependency center. I also performed pre-procedure psychological evaluations for bariatric and spinal cord surgeries, and psychiatric consult liaison services on medical units, and I have clinical training in inpatient and outpatient neurology. My clinical experience incorporated treatment modalities such as pharmacotherapy and interventional psychiatry, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Spravato. I integrate a wide array of psychotherapy as needed; however, my practice primarily focuses on medication management while utilizing referrals to therapists and providing collaborative care for optimal outcomes.

Dr. Tamoria is a California native whose career has taken him around the country. As a medical student at Temple School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA he worked in a culturally diverse, urban community. He was Chief Resident at the “President’s Hospital” in Washington DC and spent the first part of his career serving as an active-duty Navy psychiatrist helping servicemembers and veterans. After the Navy, he returned west to WA whereas a Medical Director he led one of the state’s most successful behavioral health programs through COVID and into the telehealth revolution. Now he serves as Talkiatry’s first West Coast Chief leading and supporting psychiatrists across the western US.

Dr. Tamoria works with adults to diagnose and treat a wide variety of mental health conditions including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, and more. He uses a combination of medication management and psychotherapy treatment to help patients improve and thrive. He is well experienced in caring for patients with complex histories or co-morbid medical conditions.

In the first appointment with Dr. Tamoria he completes a comprehensive evaluation of mental health symptoms, medical history, social supports, and stressors. He works collaboratively with patients to develop a treatment plan that may include lab tests, managing medications, initiating psychotherapy, or referring to other specialists. Over time he builds on the patient’s strengths and resilience to lead to recovery.

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I integrate multiple types of therapy into my medication management appointments and collaborate with patients to form an individualized and empowering care plan that aligns with their goals and priorities. Through my work as an Army nurse, lifestyle as an elite level athlete, and training as an Osteopathic physician, I have developed a holistic and compassionate approach to providing care as well as an understanding of challenges unique to athletes and Service members.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult psychiatry. I completed my residency training in general adult psychiatry at the University of Michigan and received my medical degree from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine. During my training, I gained extensive experience treating a wide range of diagnoses with particular emphasis on PTSD, anxiety, and depression in diverse populations, including college students, LGBTQIA+ individuals, perinatal individuals, Veterans, and those with socioeconomic disadvantages.

I took a non-traditional path to medical school. I earned my undergraduate degree in nursing at Northern Michigan University, where I also did Army ROTC and competed on their cross-country ski team. After graduation, I went on to work as a nurse in the Army and compete on the US National Biathlon Team.

I specialize in treating complex psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and insomnia. As a proponent of holistic care, I integrate psychotherapy into medication management and emphasize lifestyle modifications and evidence-based integrative medicine. New patients receive comprehensive evaluations to rule out medical causes of symptoms, followed by tailored treatment plans combining therapy, medication, and lifestyle adjustments. Follow-up visits focus on symptom management through supportive, brief dynamic, or cognitive behavioral therapy, with frequent appointments until stabilization is achieved. I am committed to collaborative, patient-centered care that addresses both mental and physical well-being.

I am board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). I earned my medical degree from Kansas City University and completed my psychiatry residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. During medical school, I pursued advanced training as an Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine fellow. As a resident, I served as Chief Academic Resident and earned accolades such as Intern of the Year and Outstanding Educator of the Year twice consecutively. I have presented case studies and quality improvement projects at national conferences, including the American Psychiatric Association (APA), Academy of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, and Association for Academic Psychiatry.

A combat veteran, I served in the U.S. Marine Corps, including a tour in Iraq, and was honored with the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and a Certificate of Commendation for exemplary leadership.

I provide evidence-based medication management for a variety of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and OCD, while incorporating therapeutic techniques that are tailored to the individual and their goals. Although I have had experience working in a variety of settings, I have maintained a passion for outpatient psychiatry and building a strong, therapeutic relationship with my patients.

I am a board-certified Adult and Forensic Psychiatrist. I obtained my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Kent State University and my medical degree from Ohio Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. I then completed my Psychiatry Residency training at The Ohio State University, where I served as a Chief Resident for two years. Following residency, I pursued an additional year of training through Ohio State, completing a Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship. A large portion of that time was spent in the state hospital system, where I learned more about the interplay between psychiatry and the law, provided high-quality psychiatric services to an inpatient forensic population, conducted forensic evaluations, and educated the Court on psychiatric topics through expert testimony.

I foster an inclusive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel safe to be themselves. I approach care with curiosity, compassion, and deep respect for each person's unique story, aiming to help individuals feel genuinely heard and supported throughout their treatment journey. In early sessions, I work collaboratively to understand patients' lives, goals, and challenges. While my focus is medication management, I integrate cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and supportive techniques. I may recommend additional therapy as needed and particularly value working with youth and adults from diverse backgrounds.

I am board-certified in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry. Originally from California, I earned my medical degree from University College Cork in Ireland and completed residency and fellowship at Emory University. I have practiced in varied settings, including developing specialized clinics in eating disorders and gender-affirming care. I am a member of several professional organizations including AACAP, APA, and WPATH.

I took an adventurous path to Talkiatry. After perhaps thinking a little too hard about Intro to Philosophy in college — "the unexamined life is not worth living" — I first used my chemistry degree to work in pharmaceutical research. I changed course, working in computer network engineering, before deciding to find a more meaningful path. I worked as an EMT, then earned a Master's in Physiology before finally landing in medical school at Ohio State.

Finding a surprising interest in psychiatry, I stayed at Ohio State for residency, and then a fellowship in forensic psychiatry. I am board-certified in both Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. I previously worked as a forensic psychiatrist and evaluator at Ohio's maximum-security state psychiatric facility, as an attending psychiatrist running an inpatient unit for violent or dangerous patients, performing court-ordered evaluations, writing reports, and testifying when necessary. I have also worked as a consultation-liaison psychiatrist, performing psychiatric consults at several general hospitals in Central Ohio's largest hospital system.

I found great enjoyment in teaching successive generations of residents and medical students, serving as an adjunct faculty member at Ohio State, Ohio University, Wright State, and OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital. I am excited for the next chapter of my journey, exploring another area of psychiatry at Talkiatry.

I prioritize the development of great communication, mutual understanding, and trust with my patients, as I find these elements to be key to a successful treatment. I establish my treatment plans upon evidence-based guidelines and encourage a holistic approach for optimal well-being. Through effective medication management and supportive psychotherapy, I lead my patients to optimal mental health. I encourage patients to strive to develop fulfillment and optimal functionality in their life's roles.

I have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating adult patients dealing with attention deficit disorders and a wide spectrum of adjustment and anxiety disorders. I have a special interest in the treatment of mood disorders, from Major Depression to Bipolar spectrum disorders.

I obtained my medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston and subsequently completed my Psychiatry residency training at the same institution. I am board certified in Adult Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Following my professional training, I have accumulated 15 years of experience primarily in the outpatient setting, including ample experience with telemedicine services to patients.