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Joseph Kaizer, MD, MD, MD(He/Him/His)

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Adult & Geriatric Psychiatrist, MD
California
Addiction-ADHD- Anxiety - Depression-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-Insomnia & sleep issues-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Welcome. I’m Dr. Joseph Kaizer, a UCLA-trained psychiatrist and the founder of Mindful Practice Psychiatry.

I help adults and teens who feel stuck, whether in cycles of anxiety, depression, trauma, or emotional overwhelm, find clarity, stability, and confidence through thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care.

My work is grounded in evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based therapy. I partner closely with each client, taking time to understand your values, goals, and challenges so that treatment is not only effective, but also meaningful.

Before becoming a psychiatrist, I cared for a close family member during a mental health crisis. That experience shaped my deep respect for this work. I know how important it is to feel seen and supported, not just during appointments, but in between them as well. I prioritize responsiveness, continuity, and accessible care.

I offer both in-person and telehealth appointments and provide a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you decide if this feels like the right fit. If you are looking for a psychiatrist who is clinically skilled, fully engaged, and committed to helping you move forward, I welcome you to reach out.


Message to clients

Starting psychiatry can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve had difficult or disappointing experiences in the past. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, or life transitions, I approach our work with care, curiosity, and collaboration.

If you're not sure whether psychiatric treatment is the right next step, I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you get a sense of how I work and whether we might be a good fit. I welcome your questions and believe that finding the right provider is an important part of the healing process.

I invite you to reach out when you’re ready.


Licensure

California: A196550

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Insomnia & sleep issues - Exploring ways to improve sleep patterns, develop healthy sleep hygiene, master relaxation techniques, manage stressors, reduce worrying, and address insomnia




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Joseph Kaizer is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$500 (60min)

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Small steps make a big difference. Start by connecting with Joseph Kaizer today.