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Expert Reproductive Psychiatry & Women's Mental Health Care in Santa Monica
Dr Katie MD is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in Reproductive Psychiatry and Women's Mental Health. With over a decade of clinical and academic experience, she provides expert diagnosis and treatment for conditions including premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), perinatal mood disorders, and perimenopausal mental health challenges. As Director of the UCLA Women's Life Center and Medical Director of the UCLA Maternal Mental Health Program, she combines private practice with teaching psychiatry trainees at the David Geffen School of Medicine.Her expertise in medication management for pregnant and postpartum women, along with advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic psychotherapy, ensures comprehensive care tailored to each patient's needs. Dr. Unverferth's national lectures and publications reflect her commitment to advancing women's mental health, while her personalized approach emphasizes evidence-based treatments and appropriate referrals for specialized care.
Services
Medication Management
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Postpartum Depression Treatment
Perimenopausal Mental Health Care
PMDD Specialized Care
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized expertise in reproductive psychiatry and women's mental health.
- Our team includes a UCLA faculty member with national lecture experience.
- We provide evidence-based medication management for perinatal mental health.
- Our practice combines CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and appropriate referrals.
- We maintain academic leadership roles advancing women's mental health research.
Services
Medication Management
Specialized medication management for pregnant, postpartum, and perimenopausal women with mood and anxiety disorders. Evidence-based treatment protocols ensure safe medication use during reproductive transitions. Comprehensive evaluation of benefits and risks for optimal mental health outcomes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Structured psychotherapy focusing on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors. Effective for treating PMDD, anxiety disorders, and depressive symptoms through skill-building and cognitive restructuring techniques.
Perimenopausal Mental Health Care
Targeted treatment for depression and anxiety during perimenopause and menopause transitions. Combines hormone-related mood disorder expertise with personalized therapy and medication strategies to address unique mental health challenges.
Postpartum Depression Treatment
Comprehensive care for postpartum mood disorders including depression, anxiety, and psychosis. Integrates medication safety for breastfeeding mothers with psychotherapy to address emotional and psychological recovery needs.
PMDD Specialized Care
Expert diagnosis and treatment for premenstrual dysphoric disorder using evidence-based interventions. Combines hormonal cycle tracking with targeted medication and behavioral therapies to manage severe mood symptoms.
People
Dr Katie MD
Psychiatrist & Director
Board-certified reproductive psychiatrist with academic leadership roles at UCLA. Specializes in women's mental health across reproductive stages, with extensive publications and national speaking engagements on perinatal mood disorders.
Questions
What conditions do you specialize in treating?
I specialize in treating PMDD, postpartum depression, perimenopausal mood disorders, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other reproductive psychiatry-related conditions.
Do you offer both medication and therapy options?
Yes, I provide medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT and psychodynamic approaches, with referrals for specialized care when needed.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Please contact my office via email to inquire about current telehealth options and appointment availability.
What insurance plans do you accept?
I operate as a private pay provider. Please contact my office for detailed information about payment options and documentation for insurance submission.
How do I schedule an initial consultation?
New patients should email my office with their name, contact information, and specific care needs to begin the scheduling process.
