Find a Psychiatrist in Pittsburgh, PA

I blend clinical expertise with a holistic, thoughtful approach individually tailored to each patient's needs. At the core of my approach is a belief that healing is most effective when it is collaborative, personalized, and grounded in a strong therapeutic relationship. I provide medication management combined with supportive therapy, with a focus in mood and anxiety disorders, and I have a clinical interest in cross-cultural psychiatry.

I am an adult psychiatrist who recently completed my residency at the Institute of Living. During my training, I received extensive training caring for a diverse patient population in a variety of settings, including emergency, inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient settings.

I am dedicated to providing culturally sensitive, holistic mental-health care, supporting patients through life's most challenging moments by addressing the whole person: mind, body, and environment. I emphasize understanding each patient's unique story and identifying meaningful avenues for change. My approach integrates lifestyle modifications, nutrition, spirituality, physical activity, community, and medication when appropriate, ensuring care is thoughtful, personalized, and collaborative. Treatment begins with comprehensive sessions to explore a patient's life story, concerns, and goals. Follow-up visits focus on fostering growth, maintaining stability, and supporting long-term well-being, creating a safe space for sustainable mental-health improvement.

I earned my Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences and completed my psychiatry residency at Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia.

I strive to foster a safe, respectful, and affirming environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I treat a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, personality disorders, and LGBTQ+-related mental health concerns. I value collaboration, empathy, and transparency, and believe treatment is most effective when patients feel heard and supported. During initial visits, I take time to complete a thorough psychiatric evaluation while building trust and rapport. I work collaboratively with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that align with their personal goals. My approach emphasizes thoughtful assessment, evidence-based care, and ongoing adjustment to help patients achieve long-term success.

I earned my medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in Pomona, California, graduating with Highest Honors, and completed my psychiatry residency at Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California. I have experience practicing psychiatry in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including roles at Gundersen Health System and the University of Pittsburgh Western Psychiatric Hospital, as well as virtual outpatient care through the University of Pittsburgh.

My practice focuses on medication management, offered in conjunction with emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. Occasionally, 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 strongly believe in a compassionate, collaborative approach and will provide psychoeducation to help patients make informed decisions and achieve their treatment goals.

I use my training in cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy skills in tandem with medication management to provide holistic, person-centered care. I am interested in treating patients with a wide variety of diagnoses, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, OCD, comorbid addiction, mild eating disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder. I also strive to provide care that affirms LGBTQIA+ identities and underwent additional training in transgender mental healthcare.

During my undergraduate studies at the University of Pittsburgh, while completing my pre-medical classes, I pursued certification in the history and philosophy of medicine and studied the effect of culture and ethics on healthcare. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Chemistry. I attended medical school at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed my psychiatry residency training at Charleston Area Medical Center. While in residency, I worked to improve cultural awareness in the outpatient setting. I have four years of experience in outpatient psychiatry and am board-certified in adult psychiatry.

My practice focuses on medication management in conjunction with supportive therapy and psychoeducation in 20-30 minute follow-up visits. At times, I may recommend additional therapy and ask that you bring another therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome. I bring over twenty years of experience in general adult psychiatry treating a wide variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addiction, and geriatric issues. My treatment philosophy stresses the importance of being responsive, compassionate, and kind. I see my work as the enhancement of hope.

I am board certified in adult psychiatry. I graduated from Cornell University with a B.A. degree in psychology, received my medical degree from the University of South Florida, and completed my residency at New York University and its affiliated hospitals, including Tisch and Lenox Hill, where I served as chief resident. I have worked for over twenty years in private practice and at a large community hospital in Pennsylvania. My extensive hospital experience kept me sharply focused on the connection between medical issues and mental health presentations.

I use a compassionate and thoughtful approach in order to form a collaborative partnership with my patients. I believe in treating the person as a whole and tailoring treatments to each individual's specific needs. I hold a special interest in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and OCD. I work with patients in 30-minute follow-up sessions, where in addition to medication management I provide supportive and at times psychodynamic therapeutic techniques.

I am double board certified in General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. I graduated from Tufts University before completing medical school at New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine. I then completed residency at Maimonides Medical Center, where I was a Chief Resident, and subsequently pursued an addiction psychiatry fellowship at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. I was also trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy by the Psychoanalytic Association of NY. Following my training, I returned to Maimonides Medical Center, where I worked as an attending in the adult outpatient clinic, treating patients from many different backgrounds with a wide array of diagnoses.

I specialize in medication management for various psychiatric conditions, including mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders. I employ a patient-centered approach that emphasizes empathy, open communication, and collaboration. In addition to pharmacological treatment, I incorporate psychoeducation and supportive therapy to help patients better understand and manage their conditions. When beneficial, I may recommend additional therapy and coordinate care with a therapist to ensure comprehensive treatment.

I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed my adult psychiatry residency at New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center. I have experience working with diverse patient populations and treating a range of psychiatric conditions.

During the first visit, patients can expect a thorough evaluation that explores their symptoms, treatment history, and personal goals. I take the time to listen and understand each patient's needs, ensuring that their treatment plan is tailored to their specific concerns. I provide a compassionate and structured approach to medication management while fostering a collaborative environment where patients feel supported in their mental health journey.

I provide compassionate psychiatric care through a combination of pharmacotherapy and supportive therapy. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorders. I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ and Spanish-speaking communities. My treatment philosophy is holistic, viewing patients as whole individuals and addressing their specific needs at different stages of life. I also emphasize the importance of exercise, relationships, and overall well-being in my approach to mental health care.

I am a board-eligible adult psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree from Rutgers, New Jersey Medical School and completed my psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. Throughout my training, I gained experience in a variety of clinical settings, including outpatient and inpatient care, as well as psychiatric emergency services.

During the first visit, patients can expect a comprehensive and patient-centered evaluation. I take the time to understand each patient's symptoms, background, and personal goals. I collaborate with patients to develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication management, supportive therapy, and lifestyle modifications to support their overall well-being.

I emphasize a patient-centered approach and believe that best treatment outcomes result from a strong therapeutic relationship between a patient and a psychiatrist. I treat a variety of psychiatric disorders in adults, including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I do not treat patients with ADHD. I offer medication management and therapy through telehealth sessions, in both English and Korean.

I am a board-certified psychiatrist. I obtained my bachelor's degree from Tufts University, where I double majored in Biopsychology and Art History. I attended medical school at Nova Southeastern University and completed my psychiatry residency at Stony Brook University Medical Center. After graduating from residency, I was appointed clinical assistant professor at Renaissance School of Medicine, where I worked at the Treatment Resistant Depression Clinic. I was involved in teaching medical students and residents and was part of various research studies and publications.

Dr. Joseph Friedman earned his medical degree from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed both a four-year psychiatry residency and a two-year fellowship at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He is board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is also CPHQ certified through the National Association for Healthcare Quality. Over a 28-year career, he has held leadership roles across clinical, academic, and research settings, including founding and directing multiple programs within the Mount Sinai Health System. He currently serves as a Professor in Psychiatry and Neuroscience at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Friedman specializes in helping high-functioning individuals whose careers, academics, relationships, or daily lives have been disrupted by mental health challenges. He combines evidence-based psychiatric care with cognitive, behavioral, and supportive psychotherapy techniques to help patients regain stability and performance. He believes treatment works best as a collaborative partnership and works closely with each patient to define meaningful goals and adjust care based on progress.

Dr. Friedman begins by understanding what matters most to each patient and creating clear treatment goals. He specializes in attention and focus challenges, burnout recovery, emotional regulation, high-functioning anxiety, mood symptoms, and insomnia. His approach emphasizes thoughtful, minimal medication use, personalized treatment plans that align with each patient’s lifestyle, and individualized therapy in a private, confidential setting.

Josh Lindholm, DO completed undergraduate studies in Boulder, Colorado, then earned his medical degree and completed his psychiatry residency at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. He has experience treating diverse patients of all ages and backgrounds in both inpatient and outpatient settings, caring for a wide range of mental health conditions.

Dr. Lindholm keeps appointments conversational and patient-centered to create a calm, welcoming environment. He values open, honest communication and a holistic understanding of each patient's experiences to develop individualized treatment plans. He combines evidence-based treatments with supportive psychotherapy to provide personalized care.

Dr. Lindholm takes time to understand each patient's concerns and experiences while identifying personal strengths to support progress. He works collaboratively to create treatment plans that align with patients' goals, adjusting care as those goals evolve while promoting both mental health and overall wellness.