Dr. Joshua Cohen

I am a neuroscientist and board-certified psychiatrist with a dual background in clinical care and research.

Before starting my private practice, I served on the faculty at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where I trained in psychiatry and served as Chief Resident for Research. During my time at UCSF, I provided care in specialized clinics for depression and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and conducted clinical trials focused on novel neuromodulation therapies. I’ve published over a dozen peer-reviewed academic articles on topics ranging from Deep Brain Stimulation, the Microbiome, and Epigenetics. Conducting research has shaped my belief that the best psychiatric care integrates cutting-edge science with deeply personalized attention to each person’s unique experience.

Alongside my clinical work, I lead research and development efforts at a mental health technology company. My focus is on developing AI-powered tools to improve care for people with depression and anxiety.

Additionally, I continue to teach courses on Neuroscience, Evidence-Based Psychiatry, and Psychiatric Diagnosis to residents and medical students at UCSF.

I view psychiatric care as a partnership. Your values, goals, and lived experiences shape the direction we take together. I take time to explain treatment options, listen closely to what’s working and what’s not, and adapt our plan as we go. Whether that includes medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, or exploring next-step treatments, my goal is to help you move forward with clarity and support.

I specialize in treatment-resistant depression, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders, especially when symptoms don’t respond to standard treatments or don’t fit neatly into a diagnostic box.

If you’re looking for a thoughtful, science-informed approach to mental health, I’d be honored to work with you.

Care that empowers you navigate mental health challenges with clarity, support, and respect.