Psychiatrist. Author. Advocate.
Leading the Conversation on Mental Health
Clear, trustworthy mental health information has never been more important.
My mission is to make evidence-based mental health information accessible, practical, and grounded in science.
As a practicing psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), I care for patients while helping shape conversations about mental health on a national level through education, advocacy, research, and media. I believe that better understanding leads to better care, stronger communities, and greater hope.
Now accepting new patients for private practice in Downtown Boston
Recent Media & National Appearances
June 2026
ABC News Prime - The Role of AI in Mental Health
May 2026
TODAY.com — “Supporting Teens Through Emotional Challenges and Common Communication Mistakes Parents Should Avoid”
WBUR — "Many People Now Trust AI With Their Feelings. And Therapists Are Taking Note"
WBUR - “Test how AI chatbots answer mental health questions - and how therapists think they did”
Spectrum News — "Americans Battle Stress, Loneliness in the Digital Age" (video interview)
NBC Daily News — Youth Mental Health and the Importance of Social Connection (video interview)
April 2026
Hope Starts with Us Podcast - How Mental Health Care Has Evolved
Helping Families Navigate Children's Mental Health
Parents often tell me they wish they had a trusted, evidence-based resource to help them better understand their child's mental health. I wrote You Are Not Alone: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Your Child's Mental Health to provide practical guidance, compassionate support, and hope for families navigating these challenges.
Drawing on my experience as a psychiatrist, educator, and national mental health leader, the book offers clear, accessible information to help parents better understand common mental health conditions, navigate treatment options, advocate for their children, and feel less alone along the way.
All author proceeds from the book are donated to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to support its mission of improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness.
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