FAQs

Inwardly Psychiatry
  • At Inwardly Psychiatry, I provide holistic, personalized care that combines medication management and talk therapy, tailored to your unique needs. If you already have an established relationship with a therapist, I’m also happy to work collaboratively by focusing on medication management alone.

  • I offer a 10-minute phone consultation free of charge, an opportunity for both of us to consider whether the level and type of care I offer are appropriate and responsive to your needs at this time. Reach out through the contact form, text, or leave a voicemail at (858) 342-0203. I will get back to you to discuss next steps.

  • I take a holistic approach to care, offering medication management, therapy, or a combination of both. I maintain a small patient panel so that sessions do not feel rushed and care remains attentive and individualized. We may be a good fit if you are open to engaging in therapy, reflecting on patterns, and making meaningful changes over time. This work can feel challenging at times, and a willingness to stay with the process matters.

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    I’ve chosen not to work directly with insurance companies, and I’m an out of network provider. This allows me to spend more time with you in each session, focus on what truly matters for your care, and have the flexibility to create a plan that’s fully tailored to your needs.

    Many insurance providers cover a portion of the session fee, sometimes up to 70–80% of the allowable amount after your deductible has been met. If you have out-of-network coverage, I’m happy to provide a superbill. You can then submit the superbill by clicking on REIMBURSIFY for possible reimbursements. This service is free for you and helps simplify the reimbursement process

  • Pease contact me at (858) 342-0203 for up-to-date information regarding fees. A limited number of reduced fee appointments are available based on financial circumstances. These are offered on a sliding scale and depend on availability. If cost is a barrier, you are welcome to reach out. I currently have two reduced fee weekly slots available for individuals seeking integrative psychiatric care for whom cost may be a barrier.

  • I provide care in English and Farsi.

Here are some frequently asked questions, if you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to send a text to (858) 342-0203 or an email to ashirazi@inwardly.health