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Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
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Howard K Gershenfeld

Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

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Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 243-1449
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Don't let stress, anxiety, depressive, insomnia or problems in living issues hold you back. Is distress, demoralization, feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or limiting beliefs wearing you down? If these issues are interferring with your life, then please consider investing in yourself, getting help. Indeed, therapy may be your best choice. IF treatment works for you, it will be among the best investments you will ever make. And yet, too many people unnecessarily suffer due to wishful thinking, delays, doubts, shame, or not getting completely well. Yes we are accepting new clients. Please email me.
I'm a Stanford-trained psychiatrist with 25+ yrs. of experience developing individually tailored, person-centered brief therapies that "work", namely Evidence- based & Best Practice therapies, blending effective talk therapies +/- medication. The goals are to get a careful assessment and a plan to get you completely well, making the most of your best.
Anxiety & Depressive issues are treatable. Cultural myths can be obstacles, namely "I'm ashamed to need help", "I should be able to overcome these issues by myself", "People will think I'm weak or crazy or worse", etc. Please check me out about my "goodness of fit" for you at my website on the top left (below my picture) or at www.howardgershenfeldmd.com
Call or Howard K Gershenfeld now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 243-1449

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Goleta, CA 93117

(805) 243-1449
All sessions are online via Google Meets video or phone due to COVID-19 Omicron risks, prioritizing your safety.
I specialize in Anxiety, Medication Management and Depression 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Hello;Thx. for checking me & my website out, seeing IF I'm a "good fit" as an adult psychiatrist doing therapy &/ or med's for your issues.
Howard K Gershenfeld
Let's Connect (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Goleta, CA 93117

(805) 243-1449
All sessions are online via Google Meets video or phone due to COVID-19 Omicron risks, prioritizing your safety.
I specialize in Anxiety, Medication Management and Depression 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Hello;Thx. for checking me & my website out, seeing IF I'm a "good fit" as an adult psychiatrist doing therapy &/ or med's for your issues.
Howard K Gershenfeld

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I am "Out of Network" provider (not working within any insurance plan), providing "superbills" to obtain reimbursement. IF you have private insurance (PPO or PSO), partial reimbursement (40-80 pct.) is likely.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
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I am "Out of Network" provider (not working within any insurance plan), providing "superbills" to obtain reimbursement. IF you have private insurance (PPO or PSO), partial reimbursement (40-80 pct.) is likely.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
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Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / G65229 Howard K Gershenfeld
  • In Practice for 33 Years
  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Membership with Association for Behavioral & Cognitive Therapies 288 / 1988
  • Stanford University School of Medicine, MD/PhD, Graduated 1987
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Specialty experience in Anxiety, Depressive, Stress, & Problems in Living issues; Pragmatic leanings for what "works" as in "Trust in God, but everyone else brings data".
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
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Specialty experience in Anxiety, Depressive, Stress, & Problems in Living issues; Pragmatic leanings for what "works" as in "Trust in God, but everyone else brings data".
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
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Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Medication Management
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Panic, OCD, Social Anxiety, Phobias, Trauma
  • Perfectionism
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Currently, some version of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and / or medication has the best evidence of "working" for Anxiety, Depressive, & Stress issues, yet these interventions are customized for your unique context and preferences as well as your life story.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
"
Currently, some version of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and / or medication has the best evidence of "working" for Anxiety, Depressive, & Stress issues, yet these interventions are customized for your unique context and preferences as well as your life story.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Evidence-Based, Best Practices
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Technical Eclecticism; Metaphors & Stories
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I prefer brief therapies that work and best practices, namely Evidence- and Measurement- based (measuring what one treasures) approaches. In general, I use "big tent" Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies combined with medication customized to the client. Also, I weave in helpful features of Metaphorical, Narrative, Personal Construct, Enneagram, Existential, and Quality of Life therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
"
I prefer brief therapies that work and best practices, namely Evidence- and Measurement- based (measuring what one treasures) approaches. In general, I use "big tent" Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies combined with medication customized to the client. Also, I weave in helpful features of Metaphorical, Narrative, Personal Construct, Enneagram, Existential, and Quality of Life therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 243-1449
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Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD

Location

Primary Location

Goleta, CA 93117

(805) 243-1449

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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All sessions are online via Google Meets video or phone due to COVID-19 Omicron risks, prioritizing your safety.
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
"
All sessions are online via Google Meets video or phone due to COVID-19 Omicron risks, prioritizing your safety.
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 243-1449
Photo of Howard K Gershenfeld, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist
Howard K Gershenfeld
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD