Holistic Care With Berkeley Therapists & Psychiatrists
At Sage Integrative Health, our Berkeley-based team of psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners offer comprehensive, person-centered care that blends modern psychiatric treatment with integrative healing modalities. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or ADHD, our psychiatric care team is here to help you stabilize, heal, and thrive.
We serve clients across the San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland, San Francisco, San Mateo, Daly City, San Jose, and beyond, through in-person care in Berkeley and secure virtual sessions wherever you may be.
We serve clients across the San Francisco Bay Area, including Oakland, San Francisco, San Mateo, Daly City, San Jose, and beyond, through in-person care in Berkeley and secure virtual sessions wherever you may be.
Request a phone call using the form below, or reach our team directly by calling: (510) 681-2470
- What is Holistic Psychiatry?Holistic psychiatry is an integrative approach to mental health that goes beyond symptom relief. At Sage, we combine medication management, empathetic psychotherapy, and lifestyle-based recommendations to treat the root causes of your mental health challenges. Our goal is to support your long-term well-being by addressing your emotional, physical, and social needs together.
What Conditions Do We Treat?
At Sage Integrative Health, our Berkeley-based psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners treat a wide range of mental health conditions with compassion, evidence-based care, and a personalized, integrative approach. Whether you're experiencing symptoms for the first time or continuing your mental health journey, our team can help you find clarity, relief, and resilience.
What Makes Sage Different?
How do I know I have depression?
Depression is more than just feeling sad. It’s a persistent mood disorder that affects how you think, feel, and function. We treat multiple forms of depression, including:
Depression can arise from biological factors (such as neurotransmitter imbalances), trauma or chronic stress, life transitions, grief, or family history. It also frequently occurs alongside other conditions such as anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder, which is known as comorbidity or comorbid depression.
Treatment Options at Sage:
Do I need medication for depression?
Not always. Some individuals benefit from therapy alone, while others find relief with a combination of talk therapy and medication. We’ll help you explore your options and decide together.
Depression is more than just feeling sad. It’s a persistent mood disorder that affects how you think, feel, and function. We treat multiple forms of depression, including:
- Major depressive disorder (MDD) – characterized by deep, ongoing sadness, fatigue, and loss of interest in daily activities
- Postpartum depression – which can arise after childbirth and include mood swings, anxiety, and bonding difficulties
- Dysthymia (persistent depressive disorder) – chronic, lower-grade symptoms that last two years or more
Depression can arise from biological factors (such as neurotransmitter imbalances), trauma or chronic stress, life transitions, grief, or family history. It also frequently occurs alongside other conditions such as anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder, which is known as comorbidity or comorbid depression.
Treatment Options at Sage:
- Personalized medication management, including SSRIs, SNRIs, or other antidepressants
- Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
- Lifestyle recommendations for sleep, nutrition, and exercise
- Collaborative psychotherapy referrals
- Psychedelic harm reduction through integration for clients exploring plant medicines outside of treatment
- Support through life transitions or recovery from burnout
Do I need medication for depression?
Not always. Some individuals benefit from therapy alone, while others find relief with a combination of talk therapy and medication. We’ll help you explore your options and decide together.
What is it?
Anxiety disorders involve chronic worry, fear, or nervousness that interfere with your daily life. Types we commonly treat include:
Anxiety can be caused or worsened by genetics, chronic stress, trauma, perfectionism, imbalanced nervous system responses, or co-occurring conditions like ADHD or PTSD.
Treatment Options at Sage:
What’s the best treatment for panic attacks?
Panic attacks can be managed with both fast-acting medications and long-term therapy. We often combine medication with body-based techniques to reduce nervous system reactivity.
Anxiety disorders involve chronic worry, fear, or nervousness that interfere with your daily life. Types we commonly treat include:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) – persistent worry across many areas of life
- Panic disorder – sudden, intense episodes of fear accompanied by physical symptoms (racing heart, dizziness, shortness of breath)
- Social anxiety – fear of judgment or embarrassment in social situations
- Health-related anxiety – excessive concern about physical symptoms or illness
Anxiety can be caused or worsened by genetics, chronic stress, trauma, perfectionism, imbalanced nervous system responses, or co-occurring conditions like ADHD or PTSD.
Treatment Options at Sage:
- Carefully managed anti-anxiety medications (e.g., SSRIs, beta-blockers, or benzodiazepines where appropriate)
- Integrative lifestyle strategies including mindfulness and breathing techniques
- Referrals for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or somatic therapy
- Coordination with primary care providers to rule out medical contributors (e.g., thyroid dysfunction)
What’s the best treatment for panic attacks?
Panic attacks can be managed with both fast-acting medications and long-term therapy. We often combine medication with body-based techniques to reduce nervous system reactivity.
What is it?
Bipolar disorder causes intense shifts in mood, energy, and behavior, alternating between depressive episodes and manic or hypomanic periods. We treat both:
Bipolar disorder has strong genetic components, but can also be influenced by trauma, substance use, or sleep disruption. Life transitions, especially those involving stress or loss, can trigger new episodes.
Treatment Options at Sage:
Is medication always necessary for bipolar disorder?
Yes, in most cases. Effective bipolar treatment often requires a combination of medications and therapy. Left untreated, bipolar episodes can significantly disrupt your quality of life.
Bipolar disorder causes intense shifts in mood, energy, and behavior, alternating between depressive episodes and manic or hypomanic periods. We treat both:
- Bipolar I disorder – which includes full manic episodes and major depression
- Bipolar II disorder – which involves hypomania (less severe manic symptoms) and depression
Bipolar disorder has strong genetic components, but can also be influenced by trauma, substance use, or sleep disruption. Life transitions, especially those involving stress or loss, can trigger new episodes.
Treatment Options at Sage:
- Mood stabilizers (e.g., lithium, lamotrigine) and atypical antipsychotics
- Close medication monitoring and lab testing when needed
- Psychoeducation and lifestyle regulation support (e.g., sleep hygiene)
- Referral to therapy for coping skills, relationship support, and emotion regulation
Is medication always necessary for bipolar disorder?
Yes, in most cases. Effective bipolar treatment often requires a combination of medications and therapy. Left untreated, bipolar episodes can significantly disrupt your quality of life.
What is it?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) develops in response to one or more traumatic events. Symptoms may include intrusive thoughts, nightmares, emotional numbing, or hyperarousal. Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) arises from long-term trauma, often starting in childhood.
What Causes Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
PTSD can stem from accidents, abuse, combat, loss, or systemic trauma. Trauma doesn’t need to be a singular event, chronic stress, neglect, or discrimination can also lead to trauma-related symptoms.
Treatment Options at Sage:
How do I know if I have PTSD or just anxiety?
PTSD typically involves a triggering event and symptoms like flashbacks or avoidance behaviors. We’ll help you clarify your diagnosis and find the right treatment path.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) develops in response to one or more traumatic events. Symptoms may include intrusive thoughts, nightmares, emotional numbing, or hyperarousal. Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) arises from long-term trauma, often starting in childhood.
What Causes Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
PTSD can stem from accidents, abuse, combat, loss, or systemic trauma. Trauma doesn’t need to be a singular event, chronic stress, neglect, or discrimination can also lead to trauma-related symptoms.
Treatment Options at Sage:
- Medications that target sleep, mood, or anxiety symptoms
- Somatic-focused or trauma-informed therapy referrals
- Grounding and nervous system regulation techniques
- Holistic approaches to rebuilding meaning in life and personal safety
How do I know if I have PTSD or just anxiety?
PTSD typically involves a triggering event and symptoms like flashbacks or avoidance behaviors. We’ll help you clarify your diagnosis and find the right treatment path.
What are they?
Both conditions have neurological and genetic roots, often beginning in childhood. ADHD is frequently underdiagnosed in women and nonbinary individuals. OCD may emerge during stressful life events or puberty.
Treatment Options at Sage:
Can you help with undiagnosed adult ADHD?
Yes. Many adults come to Sage for ADHD evaluation later in life. We offer diagnostic assessments, medication options, and support for managing work and daily responsibilities.
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) involves intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or rituals (compulsions).
- Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects attention, focus, impulse control, and organization, often continuing into adulthood.
Both conditions have neurological and genetic roots, often beginning in childhood. ADHD is frequently underdiagnosed in women and nonbinary individuals. OCD may emerge during stressful life events or puberty.
Treatment Options at Sage:
- Stimulants or non-stimulant medications for ADHD
- SSRIs or antipsychotics for OCD
- Behavioral therapy referrals (e.g., exposure and response prevention (ERP) for OCD)
- Executive function coaching and time management support
Can you help with undiagnosed adult ADHD?
Yes. Many adults come to Sage for ADHD evaluation later in life. We offer diagnostic assessments, medication options, and support for managing work and daily responsibilities.
Longer Sessions for Deeper Relationships
Our initial psychiatric intake visits last a full hour, with follow-ups scheduled for 30 minutes. This gives us time to understand your story and build a meaningful relationship, something often missing in traditional psychiatric care.
A Collaborative Care Model
Our psychiatrists don’t work in isolation. We collaborate with Sage’s integrative providers, including psychotherapists, nutritionists, and somatic therapists, to support every facet of your mental and physical health.
Specialized Expertise in Psychedelic Harm Reduction
Our psychiatric team has unique expertise in psychedelic harm reduction and can help you understand how psychedelic medicines may interact with existing medications. We support you in exploring these substances safely and mindfully.
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Before we match you with a provider, we’ll ask you to complete a brief phone or online intake. From there, we’ll connect you with a board-certified psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner who best fits your needs.
Treatment typically includes:
Treatment typically includes:
- A 60-minute intake session
- Follow-up appointments every 2–4 weeks while adjusting medications
- Ongoing check-ins once stable (every 1–3 months)
- Optional integration with other mental health services at Sage
Who should consider Psychiatry at Sage?
You may benefit from working with a psychiatrist at Sage if:
We also support individuals with substance use history and those currently enrolled in outpatient treatment programs seeking coordinated psychiatric care.
- You’ve experienced symptoms like low mood, anxiety, sleep problems, or emotional overwhelm for several months.
- These symptoms are impacting your ability to work, connect with others, or find meaning in life.
- You’ve previously tried therapy or medication but are seeking more personalized psychiatric care.
- You’re navigating a life transition (e.g., career change, relationship shift, becoming a parent).
- You’re looking for a provider who sees you as a whole person—not just a diagnosis.
We also support individuals with substance use history and those currently enrolled in outpatient treatment programs seeking coordinated psychiatric care.
FAQ: What People Ask Our Psychiatrists
Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MDs), while psychiatric nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice nurses. Both can prescribe medications and offer therapy, and both are qualified to provide personalized, holistic psychiatric care at Sage.
No. Our providers will talk with you about your options, including lifestyle changes, therapy, and medication. Medication treatment is never forced—it’s a collaborative decision.
Yes. We serve patients across California through virtual psychiatry appointments. Whether you’re in San Francisco, Pleasant Hill, San Ramon, Menlo Park, or San Jose, our care team is accessible.
We are out-of-network providers, but we can provide superbills for reimbursement. Some clients use Blue Cross or other, similar PPO insurance plans to receive partial coverage.
Yes. Our providers are experienced in working with individuals with substance use histories. We offer nonjudgmental, trauma-informed care and coordinate with outpatient treatment programs when needed.
Meet Our Psychiatry Providers:
Our compassionate team of psychiatric care providers includes:
- Adult & Child Psychiatrist
- Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN
- Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN
Whether you’re looking for a female psychiatrist or someone with specific training in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, we’re here to help.
We're here for you when you're ready.
Interested in booking? The first step is to reach out to the Sage team. We'll answer any questions you may have about care at Sage & set you up with a short intake if you'd like to proceed. From there we'll pair you with a provider that best suits your needs.
