Business Details
25 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Psychiatrist in Philadelphia
I am Dr. Lisa Goldstein MD, a Board Certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist with over two decades of experience in private practice. My practice in suburban Philadelphia focuses on providing personalized psychiatric care for emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges. Alongside my assistant Cathleen Mallon Sita, a Licensed Social Worker, we prioritize comprehensive care through collaboration with outpatient mental health teams and tailored treatment plans. Our services include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and talk therapy, supported by HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platforms.We emphasize timely communication, offering virtual visits and in-person appointments for children under 14. Payment is handled via credit card at the time of service, with receipts provided for insurance reimbursement. Emergency contact options ensure accessibility during urgent situations, reflecting our commitment to patient care beyond regular office hours.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Medication Management
Talk Therapy
Telemedicine Consultations
School Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of psychiatric experience in suburban Philadelphia
- Our practice provides HIPAA-compliant telemedicine appointments via Therapy Notes
- We collaborate with outpatient mental health teams for comprehensive care
- Emergency contact options available for urgent psychiatric needs
- Personalized treatment plans for emotional, behavioral, and educational challenges
Associations and certifications
- Board Certified in General Psychiatry
- Board Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Services
Psychiatric Evaluations
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Our assessments include detailed clinical interviews, diagnostic formulation, and personalized treatment recommendations. Services are available through in-person visits for children under 14 and virtual appointments for individuals aged 14 and older.
Medication Management
Ongoing medication management for psychiatric conditions. We provide evidence-based pharmacological treatment with regular monitoring to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes. Refill requests require advance notice and direct communication through our secure email system to maintain medication continuity.
Talk Therapy
Individual psychotherapy services for emotional and behavioral challenges. Our therapeutic approach integrates various evidence-based modalities tailored to each patient's specific needs. Sessions are conducted through HIPAA-compliant virtual platforms or in-person for younger patients.
Telemedicine Consultations
Secure online psychiatric consultations using Therapy Notes platform. Virtual visits offer convenient access to care while maintaining strict privacy standards. Patients receive appointment links via email and must complete account setup prior to their first virtual session.
School Consultations
Specialized psychiatric consultations for educational institutions. We provide expert assessments and recommendations for students with complex mental health and learning needs. Our services help schools develop effective support strategies for children with psychiatric conditions.
People
Lisa Goldstein MD
Board Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. Lisa Goldstein MD is a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist with over 20 years of private practice experience. She completed her fellowship at UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute and serves as past-President of the Pennsylvania Branch of the International Dyslexia Association.
Cathleen Mallon Sita
Licensed Social Worker
Cathleen Mallon Sita, LSW, has over 15 years of experience in social work and mental health coordination. She manages scheduling, medication refills, and initial patient contact, serving as the primary liaison between patients and Dr. Goldstein.
Questions
What psychiatric services are available for children?
We provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and treatment for children aged 14 and under through in-person visits, including medication management and talk therapy services.
How do virtual appointments work?
Virtual visits use the HIPAA-compliant Therapy Notes platform. Patients receive secure appointment links via email and must complete account setup before their first session.
What payment methods are accepted?
Payment is required at the time of service via credit card. We provide receipts with necessary codes for potential insurance reimbursement but do not accept insurance directly.
What emergency options exist?
For urgent matters, contact Dr. Goldstein's cell phone at 610-574-2191 or leave a message on the office line. True emergencies require calling 911 or visiting the nearest ER.
Do you collaborate with other mental health professionals?
Yes, we work closely with outpatient mental health teams to provide coordinated care and share treatment insights when appropriate.
