Best Adhd Specialists In San Diego Near Me

4worldlovers:
Many people visit this website as an introduction to my concierge psychiatry and psychotherapy practice. I encourage you to explore the resources and videos provided here regarding my practice philosophy, mental health, using ketamine for treatment-resistant depression, and other topics.

My psychiatric practice is based on two fundamentals: a personal relationship and state-of-the art, full-service care. If you want personalized care, if your time is at a premium, or if your situation is complex, we may be a good fit.

1. Relationship First. First and foremost, I believe that a healthy, caring relationship with a doctor that knows you-as a person-is the most important aspect of care. As such, I make our relationship a priority in your treatment, and pride myself on having a “first-name practice”. I know all my patients, schedule our appointments myself, and will recognize you when you call.

For more information about how a “concierge” practice is unique, look under the “About” tab.

2. State-Of-The-Art, Whole-Person Treatment: A second fundamental aspect of my practice is evidence-based, whole-person psychiatric treatment, including both medication (such as addiction medicine and ketamine for severe depression) and non-medication treatments (including alternative treatments, psychotherapy and lifestyle interventions). I have a number of areas of unique expertise (see “About Dr. MacDonald and “Dr. MacDonald’s Publications“), and find many many patients appreciate the consistency and simplicity of the “single treater” approach. I work hard to stay abreast of the latest scientific research, medical information, and therapies to help you to be your best, and have been recognized for this expertise and zeal, both by the community and the university training program. If you need treatment I do not offer (i.e. Transcranial magnetic stimulation or TMS, specialized relationship therapy, intensive addiction treatment), my long experience in the community ensures we will partner with San Diego’s best in these areas.

I lean toward an emotion-focused, attachment-based, and relational form of therapy effective in helping change the brain.

This rapid, effective, and powerful treatment is considered by many to be revolutionary to the understanding and treatment of depression and other disabling psychiatric conditions.

4worldlovers: We are experienced, empathic San Diego therapists providing evidenced-based counseling to Children, Teens and Adults in San Diego and throughout California to help you Improve, Grow, and Heal.

We provide individual therapy, child therapy, adolescent therapy, and couples counseling for a variety of emotional and behavioral problems. Our treatment is personalized to you, your family, and your specific situations to help you Improve Grow and Heal.


We provide individual therapy for young adults, college students, and adults for a variety of issues including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Relationships and Life Stressors.

Treatment for Anxiety includes therapy for panic disorder, generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive and social anxiety.

Counseling for children and teens include treatment for anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and bullying issues, school issues, behavioral issues and parenting support.

Treatment for ADHD includes CBT, behavior therapy, symptom management, and neurofeedback.

Contact us Today for the support and treatment to Improve, Grow and Heal!

4worldlovers:
We provide comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to assess Learning Disorders in Reading, Writing, and Math (Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, & Dysgraphia)


Our highly skilled team of neuropsychologists and clinical psychologists understand how the brain functions and why behaviors and cognitive challenges present in various settings (school, home, work). Through this framework, we comprehensively evaluate and treat a variety of cognitive, behavioral, academic, medical, and emotional concerns.

Our goal is for clients and their families to fully understand the potential etiology of the concerns, diagnostic considerations, and specific treatment recommendations and accommodations to live a happier, healthier, and more balanced lives.

Dr. Savarese has been in the field of psychology and neuropsychology for over 17 years. She has appeared on ESPN Radio, NBC News, KPBS, written for Parenting Magazine, and featured in the textbook "The Neuroscience of Learning: Principles and Applications for Educators (2014)." She frequently lectures in the community and recently was an Expert Panelist for an International Conference in India regarding Accessibility and Accommodations in learning environments. Dr. Savarese is the Past-President of the San Diego Psychological Association, and past Co-Chair of the Neuropsychology Committee. In addition to her passion for neuropsychology, Dr. Savarese is the co-founder of a non-profit organization, Repeat Cleats, that collects and distributes cleats and other soccer equipment for families and players in need all over the world.