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Your Trusted Psychiatrist in San Francisco
Laura Rubenstein MD is a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. With specialized training in psychoanalysis, EMDR therapy, and Infant Parent Psychotherapy, I combine evidence-based practices with personalized treatment plans to address relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, and developmental challenges. My practice integrates empathic collaboration, medication management when appropriate, and a focus on uncovering unconscious patterns to help clients achieve meaningful, lasting change.I hold a medical degree from the University of California San Francisco and have completed advanced training at the San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis. My approach emphasizes creating a safe, supportive environment where individuals can explore complex emotions, improve self-understanding, and enhance their capacity for fulfilling relationships and daily functioning. I maintain active professional affiliations and stay current with advancements in psychiatric treatment to ensure the highest standard of care.
Services
Psychotherapy
Medication Management
Consultation
Highlights and features
- Board-certified psychiatrist with specialized psychoanalysis training
- Offers integrated treatment combining therapy and medication management
- Trained in EMDR and Infant Parent Psychotherapy techniques
- Collaborative approach prioritizing client autonomy and understanding
- Extensive experience working with diverse age groups and challenges
Services
Psychotherapy
Individualized psychotherapy sessions addressing relationship issues, trauma, and life transitions through evidence-based techniques. Combines psychoanalytic principles with modern approaches to improve emotional regulation and interpersonal functioning. Sessions held weekly or multiple times per week based on client needs.
Medication Management
Comprehensive evaluation and management of psychiatric medications for adolescents and adults. Focuses on collaborative decision-making to determine appropriate pharmacological interventions when combined with therapy or as standalone treatment for mental health conditions.
Consultation
Expert psychiatric consultation services providing diagnostic clarification and tailored treatment recommendations. Emphasizes collaborative care with existing providers to develop effective, evidence-based mental health treatment strategies for complex cases.
People
Laura Rubenstein
Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist
Board-certified psychiatrist with specialized training in psychoanalysis, EMDR, and Infant Parent Psychotherapy. Holds medical degree from UCSF and advanced psychoanalytic training at the San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis.
Questions
What age groups do you treat?
I work with children, adolescents, and adults across the lifespan.
Do you offer medication management?
Yes, I provide psychiatric medication evaluation and management for adolescents and adults.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate psychoanalytic principles, EMDR therapy, and Infant Parent Psychotherapy techniques.
How often are therapy sessions?
Sessions typically occur weekly, with multiple weekly sessions available for intensive treatment needs.
Do you accept insurance?
I operate as a private pay provider and can provide documentation for out-of-network reimbursement.
What mental health issues do you specialize in?
I specialize in treating trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, mood disorders, and developmental challenges.
