Compassionate telepsychiatry offering personalized medication management, psychotherapy, and holistic care for individuals navigating mental health challenges and life transitions. Thoughtful, evidence-based treatment focused on long-term wellness, resilience, and emotional balance.
My Integrative Approach
I combine evidence-based psychiatric care with integrative principles that address the whole person — mind, body, and life circumstances. This personalized approach considers biological, psychological, social, lifestyle, and environmental factors that influence mental health. Treatment plans may include medication management when appropriate, psychotherapy (including CBT, insight-oriented, and CPT for PTSD), mindfulness practices, and supportive holistic strategies.
Conditions I Treat
Depression and mood disorders • Anxiety and panic disorders • PTSD and trauma-related issues • Bipolar disorder • Women’s mental health • Grief, loss, and life transitions • Work stress and burnout • Stress related to chronic medical conditions
Professional Background
Board-certified in Adult Psychiatry, I earned my MD from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed residency and Chief Resident year at St. Vincent’s Hospital / New York Medical College. With over 20 years in clinical practice, I have worked in integrated primary care, academic, VA, and private settings. I previously served as staff psychiatrist at Lifestance Health and Palo Alto Medical Foundation, and at the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System supervising residents and medical students. I am also the author of peer-reviewed research on collaborative care for depression and obesity.
Meet Dr. Ward
IPI Board Certified
Bay Area Local
Wake Forest School of Medicine
20+ Years Experience
ABPN Board Certified
Services
Offering personalized, integrative psychiatric care for adults in the San Francisco Bay Area. All services are provided via secure telehealth (video) unless otherwise arranged. I am out-of-network with insurance and provide superbills for reimbursement.
45–50 minute appointments providing a private and supportive atmosphere for patients to engage in psychotherapy. Monitoring progress of the medications prescribed if applicable.
Comprehensive 60-minute evaluation to determine and understand the patient’s symptoms, identify if the symptoms are part of a larger diagnosis, and recommend and prescribe appropriate medications if clinically indicated.
All services are offered via secure telehealth (video) for convenient care throughout California. Same rates as above. A free 10–15 minute initial phone consultation is available to determine if we are a good fit.
25–30 minute appointments for monitoring progress of the medications prescribed, with the option to combine talk therapy during this time to maximize treatment.
Reviews
"She is kind, thorough, and an excellent listener. She makes me feel extremely comfortable speaking about very difficult things, and has helped me tremendously. I would highly recommend her, she is a stellar psychiatrist".
"Dr. Ward is an incredible psychiatrist and therapist. She is extremely professional, yet with such kindness and empathy. She has helped me tremendously over the years."
"Dr. Ward is very kind, warm and understanding. I have worked with her for several years now and she has always been very supportive both emotionally and with appropriate medications as my situation changes. She is awesome!"
"Dr. Ward is able to connect with me on just the right level. She empathizes with my issues and provides advice with just the right balance of guidance and understanding."
"Welcoming and nonjudgmental"
Frequently asked questions
Ready to Get Started?
Fill out the secure form to request a free 10–15 minute phone consultation or to schedule your initial appointment. I typically respond within one business day.
Elizabeth L. Ward, MD
Adult Psychiatry
San Francisco, CA
(415) 498-0481 elizabethwardmd@gmail.com
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