Photo of Je Deuk Ko, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Je Deuk Ko
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024
I strive to deeply understand my youths with academic/career (ADHD, Autism) and emotional difficulties (depression, anxiety, obsessions, mania, and anger issues), families with dynamic issues, those with substance use issues, as well as those with psychotic issues.
I take on the tradition of detailed discovery of your issues and turn it around to supporting you in how best to reach your emotional, relational, and cognitive potentials. I am versatile in, and offer, various treatment approaches such as DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy, as well as prescribing medications. I discuss the details of my Psycho-Bio-Social model integrated formulations before answering the scientific and functional rationales behind my recommendations. I believe the process of discovering your functional goal is the most important part of the process.
I strive to deeply understand my youths with academic/career (ADHD, Autism) and emotional difficulties (depression, anxiety, obsessions, mania, and anger issues), families with dynamic issues, those with substance use issues, as well as those with psychotic issues.
I take on the tradition of detailed discovery of your issues and turn it around to supporting you in how best to reach your emotional, relational, and cognitive potentials. I am versatile in, and offer, various treatment approaches such as DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy, as well as prescribing medications. I discuss the details of my Psycho-Bio-Social model integrated formulations before answering the scientific and functional rationales behind my recommendations. I believe the process of discovering your functional goal is the most important part of the process.
(310) 693-5837 View (310) 693-5837
Photo of Roberto Montenegro, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Roberto Montenegro
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, behavioral challenges, attention deficit disorders, low self-esteem, "impostor syndrome," and the unique stress of physician burnout.
I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with vast experience in treating children and adults. I use various treatment approaches, such as therapy, medication management, or a combination of both to help my patients achieve their mental health goals. I specialize in providing mental health services to high-stakes professionals and was trained at Yale University and the University of Washington (UW). In addition to my clinical work, I teach and conduct research at the UW School of Medicine and Seattle Children's Hospital. I'm licensed to see patients in WA, CA, and AK, and I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, behavioral challenges, attention deficit disorders, low self-esteem, "impostor syndrome," and the unique stress of physician burnout.
I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with vast experience in treating children and adults. I use various treatment approaches, such as therapy, medication management, or a combination of both to help my patients achieve their mental health goals. I specialize in providing mental health services to high-stakes professionals and was trained at Yale University and the University of Washington (UW). In addition to my clinical work, I teach and conduct research at the UW School of Medicine and Seattle Children's Hospital. I'm licensed to see patients in WA, CA, and AK, and I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
(310) 361-4558 View (310) 361-4558
Photo of Ivana Viani, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Ivana Viani
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Dr. Ivana Viani is a psychiatrist certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She graduated with honors from Harvard Medical School, completed her psychiatry residency in Boston, and her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. She primarily specializes in working with young people with autism and other neurodivergencies, such as ADHD and learning differences, and those who are highly talented or knowledgeable in one or more domains. Dr. Viani is an LGBTQIA+ ally.
Dr. Ivana Viani is a psychiatrist certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She graduated with honors from Harvard Medical School, completed her psychiatry residency in Boston, and her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. She primarily specializes in working with young people with autism and other neurodivergencies, such as ADHD and learning differences, and those who are highly talented or knowledgeable in one or more domains. Dr. Viani is an LGBTQIA+ ally.
(310) 582-5823 View (310) 582-5823
Photo of Julie M Pan, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Julie M Pan
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
I especially enjoy treating anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD among other conditions.
I am a board certified psychiatrist, practicing in Westwood, who specializes in the evaluation, consultation, and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience using evidence-based medicine and psychotherapy to help my patients live more fulfilling lives. I address important lifestyle factors (i.e. sleep, diet, exercise, supplements, substance use), and their effects on one's mental and physical health, to promote healthful living. Throughout my career, I have treated a wide range of conditions. I listen to and work together with my patient to determine the best course of treatment to optimize his/her wellbeing.
I especially enjoy treating anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD among other conditions.
I am a board certified psychiatrist, practicing in Westwood, who specializes in the evaluation, consultation, and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience using evidence-based medicine and psychotherapy to help my patients live more fulfilling lives. I address important lifestyle factors (i.e. sleep, diet, exercise, supplements, substance use), and their effects on one's mental and physical health, to promote healthful living. Throughout my career, I have treated a wide range of conditions. I listen to and work together with my patient to determine the best course of treatment to optimize his/her wellbeing.
(424) 276-7371 View (424) 276-7371
Photo of Sophie Duriez, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Sophie Duriez
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
Are you an adult with unrecognized ADHD? Adults with ADHD are too often misdiagnosed for depressed people. Understandably, disorganization, lack of focus and procrastination often lead to underachievement and low self-esteem. As an Adult, Adolescent & Child Psychiatrist and seasoned Psychotherapist, I know how to help people suffering from being misunderstood and judged. A thorough evaluation including the identification of what you are suffering from as well as the assessment of your specific strengths, skills, resources and abilities, will define all together a goal-oriented treatment plan with or without medication prescription.
Are you an adult with unrecognized ADHD? Adults with ADHD are too often misdiagnosed for depressed people. Understandably, disorganization, lack of focus and procrastination often lead to underachievement and low self-esteem. As an Adult, Adolescent & Child Psychiatrist and seasoned Psychotherapist, I know how to help people suffering from being misunderstood and judged. A thorough evaluation including the identification of what you are suffering from as well as the assessment of your specific strengths, skills, resources and abilities, will define all together a goal-oriented treatment plan with or without medication prescription.
(424) 254-0592 View (424) 254-0592
Photo of Hendrick Soh, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Hendrick Soh
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Waitlist for new clients
I am double board certified in child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult psychiatry, specializing in anxiety, ADHD, and insomnia. I work with patients of all ages from my private practice in Westwood and have extensive clinical experience from medical training at UCI, residency at Harbor-UCLA, and fellowship training at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. Children and adults alike have mentioned that they appreciate my warm and friendly demeanor as well as my clear explanations of medication options and diagnoses. My careful approach to treatment takes into consideration what is right for you.
I am double board certified in child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult psychiatry, specializing in anxiety, ADHD, and insomnia. I work with patients of all ages from my private practice in Westwood and have extensive clinical experience from medical training at UCI, residency at Harbor-UCLA, and fellowship training at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior. Children and adults alike have mentioned that they appreciate my warm and friendly demeanor as well as my clear explanations of medication options and diagnoses. My careful approach to treatment takes into consideration what is right for you.
(424) 416-0148 View (424) 416-0148
Photo of Gregory Barnett, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Gregory Barnett
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
I greatly enjoy using medications, empathic listening, humor, and problem-solving to treat mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD.
I have been privileged enough to earn my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Yale University, my medical degree from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, and complete my psychiatry residency training at the Cambridge Health Alliance which is associated with Harvard Medical School. I am board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and am licensed to practice medicine in both Massachusetts and California where I offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy to my patients.
I greatly enjoy using medications, empathic listening, humor, and problem-solving to treat mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD.
I have been privileged enough to earn my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Yale University, my medical degree from the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, and complete my psychiatry residency training at the Cambridge Health Alliance which is associated with Harvard Medical School. I am board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and am licensed to practice medicine in both Massachusetts and California where I offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy to my patients.
(617) 858-8870 View (617) 858-8870
Photo of Minoo Mahmoudi, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Minoo Mahmoudi
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
Mahmoudi enjoys working with children and adults, with various concerns including but not limited to ADHD, ASD, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma, and OCD.
Dr. Mahmoudi spends good amount of time to do a thorough psychiatric evaluation and get to know her patients. She helps patients understand their symptoms and challenges with developing an individualized biopsychosocial formulation. She shares her finding and educate patients about possible diagnosis. She develops an individualized management plan that may include medications, therapy or combination of both. She makes sure to collaborate with patient's therapist if the patient already sees a therapist. She sees a big value in communicating with allied health professionals and other medical doctors involve in a patient's care.
Mahmoudi enjoys working with children and adults, with various concerns including but not limited to ADHD, ASD, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, trauma, and OCD.
Dr. Mahmoudi spends good amount of time to do a thorough psychiatric evaluation and get to know her patients. She helps patients understand their symptoms and challenges with developing an individualized biopsychosocial formulation. She shares her finding and educate patients about possible diagnosis. She develops an individualized management plan that may include medications, therapy or combination of both. She makes sure to collaborate with patient's therapist if the patient already sees a therapist. She sees a big value in communicating with allied health professionals and other medical doctors involve in a patient's care.
(818) 514-7226 View (818) 514-7226
Photo of Dr. Roberto Montenegro, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Dr. Roberto Montenegro
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, behavioral challenges, attention deficit disorders, low self-esteem, "impostor syndrome," and the unique stress of physician burnout.
Accepting new patients in WA, CA, and AK! I'm a board-certified psychiatrist who treats children, adolescents, and adults. I use various treatment approaches, such as therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, to help my patients achieve their mental health goals. I specialize in treating high-stakes professionals and was trained at Yale University and the University of Washington (UW). In addition to my clinical work, I teach and conduct research at the UW School of Medicine and Seattle Children's Hospital. I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, behavioral challenges, attention deficit disorders, low self-esteem, "impostor syndrome," and the unique stress of physician burnout.
Accepting new patients in WA, CA, and AK! I'm a board-certified psychiatrist who treats children, adolescents, and adults. I use various treatment approaches, such as therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, to help my patients achieve their mental health goals. I specialize in treating high-stakes professionals and was trained at Yale University and the University of Washington (UW). In addition to my clinical work, I teach and conduct research at the UW School of Medicine and Seattle Children's Hospital. I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
(206) 202-3435 View (206) 202-3435
Photo of Dr. Priti Bhardwaj, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Dr. Priti Bhardwaj
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Thank you for considering working with me. I know how difficult it can be to seek help, but by doing so you're taking a step closer to where you want to be. Struggles with anxiety, depression, attention, and insecurity interfere with our emotional and physical wellbeing as well as our ability to connect with others. My goal with my patients and families is to provide a warm, safe, and accepting environment for them to communicate the difficulties and challenges they face and work on finding solutions that nourish them towards becoming the most healthy and best version of themselves.
Thank you for considering working with me. I know how difficult it can be to seek help, but by doing so you're taking a step closer to where you want to be. Struggles with anxiety, depression, attention, and insecurity interfere with our emotional and physical wellbeing as well as our ability to connect with others. My goal with my patients and families is to provide a warm, safe, and accepting environment for them to communicate the difficulties and challenges they face and work on finding solutions that nourish them towards becoming the most healthy and best version of themselves.
(310) 862-0036 View (310) 862-0036
Photo of Gregory Sayer, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Gregory Sayer
Psychiatrist, MD, DFAACAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
Does not take health insurance- -Dr. Sayer is a board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in medication management and psychotherapy. All appointments are currently virtual. He is licensed in New York and California. He founded the group private practice, Ficus Psych. In private practice, he sees children, teens, and adults. Dr. Sayer understands that the best outcomes happen when patients and doctors work as a team. It is his mission to use his expertise, in combination with the unique characteristics of each patient, to empower patients to make meaningful progress in their lives.
Does not take health insurance- -Dr. Sayer is a board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in medication management and psychotherapy. All appointments are currently virtual. He is licensed in New York and California. He founded the group private practice, Ficus Psych. In private practice, he sees children, teens, and adults. Dr. Sayer understands that the best outcomes happen when patients and doctors work as a team. It is his mission to use his expertise, in combination with the unique characteristics of each patient, to empower patients to make meaningful progress in their lives.
(323) 746-1030 View (323) 746-1030
Photo of Shirah Vollmer, Psychiatrist in 90024, CA
Shirah Vollmer
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
I want to listen to you and hear your story. I want to understand your struggles and treat you based on a deep exploration of your current issues. I want to relieve you of your pain and dissatisfaction.
I want to listen to you and hear your story. I want to understand your struggles and treat you based on a deep exploration of your current issues. I want to relieve you of your pain and dissatisfaction.
(310) 912-7871 View (310) 912-7871
ADHD Psychiatrists

When should I seek treatment for ADHD?

You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.

How does treatment for ADHD work?

Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.

Are there specific medications for ADHD?

Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.

How long does treatment for ADHD take?

It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.