Dr. Engwall is a gem. I appreciate his kind heart, open mind and skill as a therapist, doctor and…read morehuman being. He blends his knowledge and skill in psychotherapy, mindfulness, meditation and science in his work with me. I am very grateful for the time I spend with him. I met Dr. Engwall while transtitioning from the world of work to retirement. In addition, I'd recovered from a number of surgeries and wanted to review my medications. Dr. Engwall has helped me wean from some meds, incorporate alternate practices and step outside my comfort zone to gently move forward. I feel very fortunate to be able to work with him.

I have the deepest gratitude and respect for Dr Engwall as he helped me dig myself out of a very…read morelow point in my life. Dr Engwall listened to me, showed me compassion, and then ran tests to determine what medications would be best for my genetics and metabolism. He even encouraged and taught mindfulness meditation. With my previous doctor, it was like throwing darts to see what worked. There was no talk therapy, just a brief visit were I filled out a form and he would adjust my dosage.

Dr.Isenstadt has been incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and compassionate during the time I've been…read morein treatment with him. I especially appreciate that he is knowledgeable about differential diagnoses and the interaction of multiple diagnoses (which is especially important in mental health where comorbidity is very common). I have to be honest and say that I initially wasn't sure how comfortable I would be around a White and male psychiatrist (since I am the opposite and thought I would feel more comfortable with a woman) but Dr.Isenstadt has only been caring and knowledgeable from the beginning and I couldn't ask for better treatment.

Dr. Isenstadt is amazing. I have been one of his patients for months and I am in a much better…read moreplace now. He is kind, intelligent, and caring. I have recommend him to many of my friends.

Mike has helped me more than other other psychiatrist (five or more) I have met in 25 years of…read morestruggling with depression and searching for answers. I have tried so many different meds . . . they either had nasty side-effects . . . gave only short-term relief . . . or were no help at all. I have also spent 25 years in psychotherapy and have not decided to continue because I feel so good; feeling good has put me in a place where I can reflect on my learnings from those times and apply them to my life. Mike spends focused time getting to know you as an individual. This, combined with his extensive knowledge of psychopharmacology and mental distress, ended up providing me with medicine that helped my symptoms for the first time in my life. I am deeply grateful to this skilled and sensitive doctor.

Michael Kron was very instrumental in addressing my late teen son's psychiatric problems. He is…read morekind, knows how to address the issues and a little quirky in a charming way. Michael really helped my son get dialed in the right direction with the right meds and dosage. As he said, "Stay with the program and get well, I want to be a distant memory in your future". Thanks Michael, you've really made a difference in the year and a half we've been seeing you.

I really looked forward to my sessions with Dr. Sperber. He made me feel at ease and I always felt…read morerelief after our sessions. He has a way of understanding people and describing their behavior in a way that feels more connecting to each other. He was very attuned to me and understood me well and quickly. Our sessions were over Zoom which I initially was hesitant about but felt that they were equally as effective as in-person and offered convenience.

I have benefitted greatly from working with Dr. Sperber for over a year. He has a friendly,…read moreeasy-going manner that is immediately approachable. He gives practical suggestions for dealing with family relationships as well as just listening and helping one discover their own feelings and motives. I have had other therapists but he is the best!

I have had mixed experiences with Dr. Bloch. While he is adept at communication and promptly…read moremanages prescriptions, his approach as a psychiatrist leaves much to be desired. He can be brilliant when you first see him but then as conflict from medication management comes, seeing him long-term comes with real complications. PROS: *Communication: Dr. Bloch is responsive to emails and efficient in ordering medication. *Medication Knowledge: He demonstrates a strong grasp of medication combinations. *Pleasant Interaction: Working with him is comfortable in low-pressure situations. CONS: *Lack of Transparency: Dr. Bloch's recommendations sometimes lack clarity, and his treatment decisions can seem arbitrary. I had on multiple occasions because of contracting nasty side effects said, "I don't want to be on this medication again." Dr. Bloch would forget what I said and recommend the medication (typically anti-psychotic) again at another point in time. *Conflict Management Challenges: He struggles to manage conflicts professionally, which can be frustrating if you are a long-term patient with volatile health challenges. *Inadequate Side Effect Guidance: I was not adequately informed about potential side effects, leading to unpleasant surprises. It is even more complicated when Dr. Bloch does not follow through with additional appointments for medication management. It is all on you to do the heavy lifting in scheduling follow-ups. *Poor Collaboration: Dr. Bloch's communication with other providers is inconsistent, leading to discrepancies in treatment plans. Additionally at follow-ups, his evaluation process is by-the-book, and the meetings can feel rushed where conversation is not as open as you want it to be. *People-Pleasing Tendencies: If under pressure, his approach can prioritize patient preferences over clinical necessity, leading to ineffective treatment strategies. *Lack of Organization in His Practice: Unfortunately, Dr. Bloch does not have a good medical records system by which to keep track of information. He could benefit from having staff working for him or at least use a digital system by which to keep track of medical records and at least make them more visible for patients upon request. Perhaps having a website that includes a Patient Portal option for patients would help. While Dr. Bloch has solid credentials, his lack of true collaboration makes it difficult for me to see how he is effective as a psychiatrist. Patients seeking an involving, collaborative approach may need to look elsewhere for a psychiatrist who can better manage their expectations.

There are not enough good words to say about Dr. Bloch and his standard of care. He has made the…read moredifference in life or death situations for my loved one countless times. His expertise, knowledge and persistence has given my loved one a much better quality of life than his prognosis might otherwise suggest possible. He is professional, impeccable with his time management, caring and competent. We've been bringing our loved one to him regularly for close to a decade and he's never had an "off" day. I hold him in the highest esteem and gratitude.

Dr. Irwin Gootnik, is a Psychiatrist in San Francisco, California with offices in San Francisco and…read moreMarin County. He is a brilliant doctor who specializes in helping people through difficult times in their lives, whether it's death of a loved one, divorce, conflict with parents and siblings or an inability to reach your professional or personal goals to maximize your self growth. He works one on one with his clients to help them achieve life changing results. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Dr. Gootnick has been enormously helpful to me over many years. He has enabled me to discover what…read morewas standing in my way to success in relationships, family and personal development. It's very hard to diagnose yourself and to do it thoroughly you need someone that understand the human mind including all biochemical aspects. Dr. Gootnick has proven to me that he is exceptional in this area and I strongly recommend him.

Dr. Chandra is an excellent psychiatrist - and psychotherapist…read more He really listens, and has a great deal of compassion, insight and warmth. He really knows his stuff! I feel grateful for his care, and so appreciate his support of mindfulness meditation and holistic techniques.

I have been seeing Dr. Chandra for over 3 years and recommend him to friends looking for a great…read moredoctor. He is the best psychiatrist I've ever seen, making you feel at ease from the moment you sit down. In addition to being a skilled doctor, he is a compassionate, caring person who truly listens-which can be hard to find. He's also easy to communicate with (by phone and email) and I can usually get an appointment fairly quickly depending on his schedule.

I have had the pleasure of Adam's advice and professional consultation on several occasions, and…read morehighly recommend his services. I am a therapist myself, and worked with Adam at Kaiser Permanente. Adam is one of the most skilled and competent therapists I have ever met. I regularly discussed some of my most challenging patients with Adam, and he always provided sound advice based on extensive training, as well as tremendous compassion and kindness. I can only imagine how lucky it must be to receive treatment from him. I highly recommend Adam for professional consultation as well for therapy.

Prior to Covid I was a patient of Adam Harrison for approximately 1.5 years. His approach works…read moregreat for me. I felt like I went home with some insight and things I could work on. He helped me develop skills to use for my trauma that I still use today. Emdr sessions were particularly helpful. Without going into too much detail I suffered from domestic abuse and a homicide suicide of my immediate family. Prior to Adam I didn't connect with other therapy practitioners. I felt like I was just complaining and feeling sorry for myself. I always felt more empowered and encouraged after our therapy sessions. I currently have a different health insurance now but I wouldn't hesitate to pay for future services with Adam if I were to need them.