Parisa Hashemi
(She/Her/Hers)
Psychiatrist
I create a supportive and inclusive environment, recognize the impact of culture and identity on mental health, and integrate these into my care.
Dr. Parisa Hashemi recognizes the profound impact of culture and identity on mental health and integrates these elements into her comprehensive care. Dr. Hashemi strives to create a supportive and inclusive environment, meeting her patients where they are and providing personalized care, ensuring each patient’s experiences and challenges are addressed for overall well-being. Dr. Hashemi grew up in Los Angeles, and her passion for medicine, specifically mental health, was sparked by her extensive exposure to diversity in culture, mindset, and individual challenges. She loves traveling the world with her wife and little fluffy pup, spending time with friends and family, cooking, and finding new restaurants. Dr. Hashemi and her wife are always searching for the next great TV show. She is clinically fluent in English and Farsi.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Schizophrenia, Schizophreniform and Brief Psychosis
- Sleep Concerns
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Medication Management
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Location
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – California
- Anthem – California
- Blue Shield of California – California
- Cigna – California
- Health Net – California
- Magellan – California
- Optum – California
- UCSC Student Insurance – California
- In-network insurance
Credentials
Licenses
DO
20325, California