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Dr. Alyssa Rosen

Psychiatrist(She/her)
35 years of experience
63 patients on Headway
  • Virtual
  • ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
  • Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi! Thanks so much for visiting. I am a board-certified psychiatrist who has been in practice since 2012, and before that I practiced internal medicine. I treat individuals age 10 and up in an adult setting. I went to Duke University for pre-med (BS psychology) and then Emory University School of Medicine. I did my internal medicine residency at Emory also, was on staff at Emory, and was also in private practice before I went back to my psychiatry residency (State University at Stony Brook, Chief Resident, 2012).

I bring the dual training and years of experience treating the breadth and depth of psychiatry. I enjoy helping those who have had treatment-resistant conditions, and have a friendly, kind, and collaborative approach.

I treat anyone and EVERYONE who is motivated to get better. I manage the entire spectrum of conditions, and manage tough-to-fix things like OCD and bipolar depression. Because of my personal and family background, I deeply understand the rainbow/gender-divergent and neuro-divergent folks, and folks with anxiety and ADHD. :). We can absolutely discuss gender-affirming care in California, and in Georgia and Florida, within the scope of local laws. I am a strong believer that trans care saves lives,

Please note:

-Self-pay rates are $460 for intakes and $230 for follow up appointments (half-hour).

-Starting 10/01/26, I am based primarily in the LA area (Weho and Westwood areas), but there are appointments that should be good for folks on both coasts.

-If you can't find a good time, message me and let me know.

-I will be in Atlanta and the SF Bay Area to see patients live once every 4-6 weeks or so. On-line is primary.

I have two locations in the Bay Area for live visits, and will have two in LA as above, and continue to see people in Buckhead, Atlanta.

-If a Florida client needs a controlled substance, one visit to the Atlanta or Cali offices will be necessary.

My approach to therapy

I know many who come to me are scared, nervous, or feel like you are being dragged there (teens, I see you. and I will hear you). I believe in a least amount of medicine approach, but of course, we have outstanding old, and new medications and alternative treatments today which can often be the answer. I assess and treat using a bio-psycho-social perspective (I'll explain when we are together, but suffice to say, it's not all about a pill). I incorporate therapeutic approaches as appropriate, needed, and desired (like CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and interpersonal therapies). I consider the client and I a TEAM; we work together in a fully informed fashion to get the individual to their goals. The path is discussed and decided upon TOGETHER. I will tell you what i would do if I were in your shoes. Ultimately, you are in charge of what you want to do, as long as it is a safe path.

What you can expect from me

A warm smile across from you and a chill let's get to know each other convo, enveloped in a no shame/no judgement zone. This will flow into a detailed analytical dive into what's brought you in, culminating in the next session with a comprehensive understanding of where the issues lie and what we're going to do to set things on a better path.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Transgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Open Minded, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    35 years of experience
  • Training
    MD (Medical Degree) at Emory University School of Medicine, Bachelor of Science at Duke University
  • License type
    MD (Medical Doctor) (Georgia, California, Florida)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Transgender issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Jungian, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
  • Care types
    Medication management, Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    120 Santa Margarita Avenue
    Menlo Park, CA 94025
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