Dr. Allison McDade

Dr. McDade was born and raised in Houston, Texas. After graduating high school, she completed her undergraduate training early at Baylor University. She returned to Galveston, Tx to complete her medical school training at the University of Texas Medical Branch. During her time in medical school, Dr. McDade collaborated with colleagues to form the University's first ever Stress Less Festival focusing on mental health and stress management in students. Afterwards, she stayed in Galveston to complete her general psychiatry residency and child fellowship at UTMB where she participated in the education of medical students.

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Dr. McDade has experience in treating a range of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, opposition defiant disorder, bipolar disorder, PTSD and schizophrenia.

My approach to care is collaborative and patient-focused. I work closely with patients to understand their treatment goals and I partner with them in developing a informed treatment plan.

I offer clear, expert recommendations based on clinical evidence while respecting my patient’s preferences. For those who are interested, I integrate complementary and integrative approaches alongside traditional psychiatric treatments with the aim to support both mental and overall well-being.

A diagnostic evaluation includes history taking, discussing current symptoms, and goal setting. We do this to set my patients up for success!