Judy Friedman MD Psychiatry
Welcome.
I have an outpatient practice at two locations, with an office on the Embarcadero, in the heart of San Francisco's financial district, and one in Kentfield, in Marin County.
During this difficult time where we are all sheltering in place, I am very happy to be able of provide tele-therapy sessions.
I am accepting new patients during the Covid-19 crisis. I accept most major insurances, including Aetna, Anthem, Magellan.
My specialties include:
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
ADHD
Online Marital and Couples therapy
Work-Family Balance
Covid Anxiety
Work Stress/ Burnout
PTSD
About
Dr. Judy Friedman
Dr. Friedman earned her B.A. degree at the University of Chicago and her M.D. from the University of Illinois, Chicago. She completed a rotating internship at St. Joseph Hospital, and a psychiatry residency at the Psychiatric and Psychosomatic Institute at Michael Reese Hospital. Before attending medical school, she also earned an M.S.W. in Social Work from the University of Chicago. At UCSF and the University of Chicago, she has taught in areas of Psychiatry, Family Medicine, and Sexuality. A certified group psychotherapist, Dr. Friedman has led workshops for individuals and organizations. Dr. Friedman is also certified in preventive medicine. She is a member of the California Medical Association and the
San Francisco Marin Medical Society.
What patients are saying:
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"As a working mother, I was struggling through the challenges that exist in today’s modern lifestyle; among them, having a career, caring for young children, and nurturing my marriage. With Dr Friedman’s thoughtful expertise and guidance, she has helped me learn that prioritizing my mental health can (and does!) lead to a more joyous and productive life, and for that, I am extremely grateful! She is truly the best." —M.T.
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"Terrifically helpful therapy sessions. Pragmatic, intuitive, sometimes blunt. High intelligence from this MD, and a big heart."
-Dave N.
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"Dr. Friedman has supported me for over fourteen years and has been instrumental in my ability to consistently contribute and perform in a high stress/pressure oriented career. She has taught me to breath and learn different approaches when tackling and overcoming the general challenges life offers to us all... I have always been amazed at her ability to bring calmness in my day."