I’m a Stanford-trained psychiatrist based in Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, who works with a wide range of patients throughout California, using both medication and therapeutic treatment approaches.
Approach
My treatment philosophy embraces a holistic approach to helping clients explore their lives and grow. I offer medication evaluation and management as well as individual therapy, utilizing the latest treatment approaches. I employ an integrative style of psychotherapy, utilizing psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and mindfulness techniques to provide individualized treatment to each client.
Services
Initial Consultation
Before scheduling an appointment, I offer a brief phone consultation (10-15 minutes). During this call, we will discuss what you may be looking for and how I may be of help. If I seem like a good fit, we can schedule an initial appointment.
Evaluation
For new patients, my evaluation process usually takes about 2 hours (2-3 sessions). During this time, I complete a thorough assessment of your symptoms, any past treatment, and your personal background, and then I develop and share with you my comprehensive treatment recommendations.
Medication Management
My medication management follow up sessions are 30-45 minutes and, on average, are scheduled every 1-3 months, depending on the patient and the medication(s). I work with individuals with a wide range of past experience using medications -- some have never taken any psychiatric medications, others have been on a prescribed regimen for years, and many are in various stages in between.
Individual Therapy
My psychotherapy sessions are 45 minutes and are usually scheduled weekly or every other week. I utilize an integrative style of psychotherapy, incorporating psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and mindfulness techniques to provide individualized treatment to each patient. If indicated, therapy sessions can include medication management as a part of the session.
Specialties
Anxiety
ADHD
Depression
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Women’s Mental Health
Lifestyle Medicine
Functional Medicine
About
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
North Carolina State University - B.A. in Biomedical Engineering, B.A. in Biological Engineering
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Training
Stanford University - Psychiatric Residency
Stanford University - Medical Internship
San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis - Palo Alto Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Training Program
Board Certifications
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Fees & Insurance
I’m not in-network with any insurance companies, but I can provide an itemized receipt for each visit which many of my patients use to request reimbursement from PPO insurance plans. Fees are due at the time of your appointment.
Cancellation Policy: 48 hours notice must be given for all cancellation and rescheduling requests. If you do not give 48 hours notice, you will be billed for the entire session fee.
Office Location
5835 College Ave, Suite C
Oakland, CA 94618
Contact
To schedule a time for us to discuss if I would be a good fit for your needs, please contact me by email (sbanks@stacybanksmd.com) or by phone (650-209-5966).