Many autistic adults seek psychiatry not for “autism treatment,” but for help with depression, anxiety, irritability, insomnia, attention problems, burnout, and medication sensitivity—often after years of being misunderstood in standard settings. I provide psychiatric management for adults who already have an autism diagnosis and want care that is precise, respectful, and practical.

Scope clarity

• I provide management, not diagnostic autism evaluations.

• If you need an autism diagnostic assessment, I can discuss common referral pathways, but I do not perform the evaluation in this practice.

Common reasons autistic adults seek care

• Chronic shutdown/burnout, low energy, loss of functioning

• Co-occurring mood disorders or treatment-resistant depression

• Sleep-wake disruption

• Sensory-related distress, irritability, overwhelm

• Medication side effects or paradoxical reactions

• Difficulty finding a psychiatrist who adapts communication style

Low-friction, formulation-first psychiatry

• Clear agendas, explicit goals, minimal jargon

• Attention to sensory and cognitive load (simple plans, fewer moving parts)

• Avoiding “symptom stacking” and reflex polypharmacy

Medication management with sensitivity in mind

• Conservative dosing and slow titration when indicated

• Focus on sleep, mood stability, and functional recovery

• Regular review of whether each medication is still earning its place

Reminder: no controlled substances are prescribed in this practice.

This is a good fit if you want:

• A psychiatrist who can manage complex medication histories

• A plan that respects your baseline neurology and reduces iatrogenic burden

• A collaborative process with clear decision points

If you’re an autistic adult with an established diagnosis and want psychiatric care that is structured and individualized, schedule an initial consultation.