Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

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3 Endorsed

830 Stewart Drive, Suite 127, Sunnyvale, CA 94085

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(408) 703-6683

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I am a Stanford-trained, Bay Area-based psychiatrist and therapist offering personalized and compassionate care. My practice is devoted to alleviating suffering and helping people live fulfilling and meaningful lives. If you are someone who is feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about how to grapple with difficult thoughts and feelings, I can help guide you toward healing, purpose, and recovery.

I partner with you to offer a warm, collaborative, and holistic approach to care. Together, we'll create a treatment plan that fits your circumstances and needs. This may include a variety of effective and evidence-informed methods such as talk therapy, medications, mindfulness, coaching, and lifestyle interventions.

I will do my best to meet you where you are, listen to your story carefully, and develop a treatment plan tailored for you. The goal is to help you feel in charge of your life, connected to your true self, and at ease with who you are. To view my fees, schedule a free phone call, and explore if I may be a good fit for you, please visit www.ShirMD.com.

Call or Email Catherine Shir now for a free 15 minute consultation - (408) 703-6683

My Practice at a Glance

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830 Stewart Drive

Suite 127

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

(408) 703-6683

Palo Alto, CA 94303

Please visit www.ShirMD.com to view my fees and request a free initial phone call. I look forward to meeting you.

I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Life Transitions

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (408) 703-6683

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for appointments in-person and online.

830 Stewart Drive

Suite 127

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

(408) 703-6683

Palo Alto, CA 94303

Please visit www.ShirMD.com to view my fees and request a free initial phone call. I look forward to meeting you.

I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Life Transitions

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Insurance

Out of Network

Although I am out-of-network, I can provide you with a superbill to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Although I am out-of-network, I can provide you with a superbill to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A178945 Catherine Shir
Membership with Northern California Psychiatric Society - Current Councilor at Large
Certificate from San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis - Psychotherapy Fellowship Year

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Depression
Anxiety
Life Transitions

Expertise

ADHD
Bipolar Disorder
Coping Skills
Divorce
Grief
Infertility
LGBTQ+
Medication Management
PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and PMS
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Professional Fulfillment and Burnout
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

3 Endorsements

Dr. John Connor Barnhart

Psychiatrist, MD

As a professional colleague, I know that Dr. Shir brings a thoughtfulness and attention to detail to her work that manifests her mission to offer the best possible care. I would feel confident referring members of my own family to be treated by Dr. Shir.

Daniel J Handelman

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW

Dr. Shir is a compassionate & skilled psychiatrist and psychotherapist. Through continued learning in psychodynamic and CBT fellowships, Dr. Shir shows her dedication towards providing excellent care for her patients. I recommend her without reservation!

Danielle Kamis

Psychiatrist, MD

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Conversational Mandarin

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Conversational Mandarin

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
DBT-informed
Humanistic
Integrative
Interpersonal
Psychodynamic

In therapy, we will work together to help you create a more authentic and fulfilling life, expand your understanding of yourself, and free you from habituated ways of being. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is the relationship we build and that therapy must be individualized and collaborative to be effective. My priority is to create a safe and compassionate space for you.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Location

Primary Location

830 Stewart Drive

Suite 127

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

(408) 703-6683

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Palo Alto, CA 94303

(408) 703-6683

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Santa Clara

Zips

Please visit www.ShirMD.com to view my fees and request a free initial phone call. I look forward to meeting you.

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD

Please visit www.ShirMD.com to view my fees and request a free initial phone call. I look forward to meeting you.

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 703-6683

Catherine Shir

Psychiatrist, MD