UCSF Child and Adolescent Psychiatry — Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA
Address729 Tennessee St CA, San Francisco, CA 94107
Phone+1415-476-7500
Websiteucsfbenioffchildrens.org
The Pediatric Psychiatry and Psychology Clinic at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals provides care for a range of emotional, behavioral, and cognitive issues in children, teens, and young adults. The clinic's experienced team includes psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and psychiatric nurse practitioners who collaborate to identify problems and suggest solutions. They offer short- and long-term individual, group, and family psychotherapy, with a focus on involving parents and teaching them strategies to address their child's issues. When appropriate, the clinic assesses the need for medication, provides prescriptions, and monitors patient response. The clinic is nationally recognized for its advanced treatment and research in children's mental health.
Best for
- Children
- Teens
- Young adults
- Families
| Key services | Individual psychotherapy, Group psychotherapy, Family psychotherapy, Medication assessment, Medication prescription, Medication monitoring |
| Tags | pediatric psychiatry, child psychology, adolescent psychiatry, mental health services, behavioral issues, emotional issues, cognitive issues, family therapy, psychotherapy, medication management |
Location
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