Psychiatrist for ADD Evaluation & Meds
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Oct 2011
I am looking for a child/adolescent psychiatrist for medication management
for my child who has ADHD. I would prefer someone in the El Cerrito/Berkeley
area, but I will also consider someone in other areas.
Thanks!
anon
Hal Bornstein, MD, is a very experienced, skilled child,
adolescent and adult psychiatrist who recently retired from Kaiser
and started a private practice in Oakland. 510 658-1877
Kate
I have feedback regarding psychiatrist Hal Bornstein that differs
greatly from the previous poster. I have seen him with my child as the
patient. Dr. Bornstein had such an objectionable bedside manner that
I, my husband and my child walked out of the office before the
appointment was finished. He is abrubt, not compassionate and gave us
an overall bad feeling. We never went back. He may be good at the
science part of psychiatry but definitely not at the art.
Not a fan
March 2010
Re: Need new Dr. for teenage boy with ADD
My son sees Dr. Paul Abrinko for his ADHD. Dr. Abrinko is a
psychiatrist, he relates very well to both parents, teens and
children. He is also very knowledgeable regarding the wide variety
of ADHD/ADD treatments available. He is not covered under all health
plans, so can be expensive out of pocket ($250 per visit). My son
sees him twice a year and his expertise is worth the expense. His
office phone is 510-496-6014.
East Bay Mom
August 2008
Does anyone have recent experience or recommendations for a
psychiatrist in the East Bay who works with adults diagnosed
with ADHD? Thank you
East Bay Mom
Are you looking for someone to handle medication management? My husband is happy
with Dr. Donald Stanford in Berkeley. If you are looking for other kinds of
support, Linda Lawton in Albany is a good ADHD coach.
anonymous
Jan 2007
Any suggestions for psychiatrists to prescribe meds for adult ADD? Saw a couple suggestions from the past
but thought maybe there are more out there, ideally someone in Oakland. For a new resident, health plan
unconfirmed, but possibly BlCr, BlSh or Healthnet.
Thanks for any leads!
anon
I highly recommend Dr. Michael Ratener for Adult ADHD. Many years
ago I worked for Dr. Ratener, and I was so impressed by his
unique combination of compassion and expertise. He's very good at
listening to patients, and he has a great deal of knowledge about
ADHD and other issues such as depression, anxiety, and mood
disorders. His office is at 2914 Domingo Ave, Suite B in Berkeley. His
number is 510-981-0800.
Best of luck.
Rona
Sept 2005
I am looking for a recommendation for a psychiatrist or other
doctor who can help an adult with ADD (both through counseling
and prescribing appropriate medications). Thanks.
can't focus
I have been working with Dr. John R. Rostkowski in Walnut Creek
and found him to be a big help, especially compared to the
previous M.D. I was visiting.
I have had tremendous success with Neurotherapy as a method to reduce the effects
of adult ADD. There are a few practicioners in the Bay Area: www.eegspectrum.com
is a web site where there are listings.
I can recommend Carolyn Robertson at Advanced Neurotherapy in Walnut Creek
(925) 906-0420.
Feb 2003
I Believe my husband has ADD and would like to find a
psychiatrist in the east Bay that is good with diagnosing
adult ADD and with treatment. He have HEALTHNET
insurance so would love to fine a doctor that takes this, but
it's not imperative.
I'm a psychotherapist myself, and have talked with quite a few
people who specialize in ADD. Stan Yantis is the only
psychiatrist I know with this specialty, and I don't know him
well, but he seems friendly, warm, respectful, and definitely an
expert in ADD. Psychiatrists are not all so personable, so I
think he's a great choice. He's in SF.
Cynthia
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