Olivia Knott

Dr. Olivia Knott is a dedicated psychiatrist who provides comprehensive, compassionate mental health care to adults throughout California. Specializing in both individual therapy and medication management, she develops personalized treatment plans that address the unique needs of every patient. Dr. Knott is committed to helping individuals manage complex mental health conditions, fostering resilience, stability, and long-term well-being. Her clinical expertise includes treating a wide range of conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder. Recognizing the significant impact these challenges have on daily life, she partners with patients to create strategies for symptom management and recovery. Her holistic approach integrates evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with medical care to ensure effective results. Dr. Knott is particularly passionate about women’s mental health, supporting individuals through reproductive challenges, perinatal and postpartum concerns, and midlife transitions. She offers specialized care for those experiencing depression, anxiety, or hormonal changes related to pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause, empowering them to find emotional balance. Furthermore, she provides gender-affirmative medical readiness evaluations to support transgender and non-binary individuals, along with medical procedure evaluations to help patients navigate the psychological aspects of various interventions. Serving diverse populations, Dr. Knott works with military veterans, first responders, individuals on the autism spectrum, and those recovering from head injuries. She is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive and safe environment where all patients feel valued and heard. Outside of her clinical practice, she enjoys spending time with her two children, exploring languages—including American Sign Language, Spanish, and Japanese—and playing board games.