Compassionate care for a healthier you
Dr. Katie Unverferth is a renowned psychiatrist serving adults throughout Los Angeles from her private practice in Santa Monica. She is an expert in Reproductive Psychiatry and Women's Mental Health, treating conditions such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis. As the Director of the world-renowned UCLA Women's Life Center and Medical Director of the UCLA Maternal Mental Health Program, Dr. Unverferth is a authorities in her field.
Specialized Services
Dr. Unverferth offers a comprehensive range of services to address a variety of mental health conditions. She specializes in treating mood disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and insomnia, as well as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Additionally, she has expertise in treating reproductive psychiatry conditions such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), postpartum depression, and postpartum psychosis.
Therapy Services
Dr. Unverferth is extensively trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic psychotherapy. While she does not offer couples or family therapy at this time, she does offer individual psychotherapy for various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
Medication Management
Dr. Unverferth is an expert in the use of medications for pregnant and postpartum women and during other times of hormonal transition in a woman's life. She has completed the Mood Disorders Fellowship at UCLA and is well-versed in treating various mental health conditions.
Initial Visit
When you first contact Dr. Unverferth, she will return your call and spend time discussing your current symptoms and goals for treatment. If you decide to schedule an appointment, you will be seen for a 60 or 90-minute initial evaluation. After the initial evaluation, you will be scheduled for follow-up appointments which can last anywhere from 25 to 45 minutes.
Insurance
Dr. Unverferth is an out-of-network provider and does not accept insurance. However, a superbill can be provided to submit to insurance companies for reimbursement. Reimbursement rates can vary, ranging from 0% to 100%, and it is recommended to call your insurance company to determine your individual reimbursement rate.
What to Expect
As a patient of Dr. Unverferth, you can expect:
- A comprehensive evaluation and treatment plan tailored to your specific needs
- Ongoing care and support throughout your treatment
- A focus on reproductive psychiatry and women's mental health
- Expertise in treating mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions
- Access to medication management and therapy services
- A commitment to providing personalized care and attention
Overall Experience
The reviewer has had a highly positive experience with their doctor, having been her patient for over two years.
Key Strengths
The doctor is described as very caring, empathetic, and supportive. They take the time to listen to their patients and provide hope during difficult times. The reviewer mentions that the doctor would hug them when they became emotional, showing a high level of emotional intelligence and compassion.
Recommendation
The reviewer highly recommends their doctor, giving a 5-star rating and stating that they would recommend her 100%.
