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My presence at Talkiatry brings my career full circle and back to my greatest joy as a psychiatrist: working directly with patients one-on-one to help them integrate the complexity of their feelings, beliefs, and personal reality in the context of an increasingly complicated world around them. I take a compassionate, individualized, and pragmatic approach to treatment, beginning in the first visit with a full history and discussion with the patient of their symptoms, challenges, and goals. Follow-up visits are tailored to the patient's evolving needs and combine shared insights and tools such as medications and behavioral practices to support them as I guide them on their unique journey toward their best life, on their terms.

My qualifications include a B.A. in biology from Harvard University and an M.D. from Tufts School of Medicine. I completed psychiatry residencies at Mt. Sinai and Brown and am board certified in both Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. My four decades of practice have exposed me to an eclectic range of cultures, ethnicities, and pathologies in a wide variety of settings, from solo practice to regional medical centers to academic institutions. This breadth and depth of clinical and life experience have helped me transcend cultural biases and institutional conventions and to more clearly see each patient as a uniquely complex and lovable individual.

I emphasize the importance of addressing both physical and mental health to achieve a good quality of life. I believe that mental health is interconnected with physical well-being and that treating one aspect without the other leads to incomplete care. My holistic approach involves medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle modifications to promote overall health. I am skilled in providing supportive psychotherapy and using psychodynamic therapy techniques to help patients understand and address their current stressors and underlying issues.

I completed my Residency and Fellowship at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in El Paso, gaining extensive training in diagnosing and treating various psychiatric conditions. As a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Texas Tech, I work with a diverse patient population, addressing psychiatric disorders like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, PTSD, and OCD.

I have shown a genuine commitment to my patients and a passion for helping them achieve their best possible outcomes. I am dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in psychiatry and continuously improving my skills to provide the highest standard of care. My compassionate and patient-centered approach has earned me the respect and trust of my patients and colleagues alike.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist known for making my patients feel seen and heard. I use both medication management and supportive psychotherapy, and as a seasoned psychopharmacologist, I emphasize the importance of nutrition, exercise, and community in mental health. I enjoy all aspects of medicine and combine my extensive knowledge with a patient-centered approach.

I completed my medical school and residency at the University of New Mexico, where I later served as a psychiatrist and assistant professor, treating high-need patients and teaching residents and medical students. During the pandemic, I transitioned to telehealth and have been dedicated to this field for the past four years. My academic journey began as a physics major at UNM; I then studied biophysics at the University of San Diego, California. During my postdoctoral fellowship at Los Alamos National Laboratories, I was inspired by presentations about professionals working with patients in African countries, which sparked my interest in medicine.

During that time, my father died of cancer, and I witnessed the impact of mental health therapy on his quality of life, further solidifying my motivation to attend medical school. Witnessing the profound impact of mental health on my patients and family, I specialized in psychiatry.

Steve Prenzlauer, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist who trained at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI. He completed his internship at the University of Cincinnati, residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, and fellowship in Psychosomatic Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center. He has extensive experience treating adults with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, and psychiatric concerns related to medical conditions, and is committed to respectful, affirming care for diverse communities.

Dr. Prenzlauer believes person-centered care starts with compassion, understanding, and open communication. He prioritizes shared decision-making and creates a space where patients feel heard, respected, and supported. He values each individual’s life experience and works collaboratively to build trust and comfort in care.

Dr. Prenzlauer takes time to understand each patient’s background, perspective, and goals. He develops thoughtful, individualized treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs, integrating clinical expertise with patient input to support meaningful, sustainable progress.

Dr. Victoria Diaz earned her medical degree from Texas Tech Health Sciences El Paso Foster School of Medicine and completed her adult psychiatry residency at TTUHSC El Paso. She has experience practicing in outpatient and inpatient settings in a culturally diverse U.S./Mexico border city. She also has training in psychotherapy, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation.

Dr. Diaz values a collaborative, patient-centered approach and understands that every treatment plan should be tailored to the individual. She actively listens with empathy and support to build a strong therapeutic alliance.

Dr. Diaz begins by learning about each patient's unique background and clarifying their goals of care. Together, they develop a personalized treatment plan, followed by regular check-ins throughout treatment to monitor symptoms and adjust care as needed.