I am a board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years experience working with men who seek better mood stability, emotional balance, or simply more joy and meaning in their lives.Â
I provide effective medication management and psychotherapy services for adult men. My exclusive focus on men's emotional and psychiatric disorders has allowed me to gain invaluable insight in the field of men's mental health. I understand the complex biological, psychological, social, emotional, and cultural issues affecting men today.Â
Whether you are looking for a safe space to "get things off your chest" or contemplating an antidepressant regimen, I am here to help.Â
I offer a private, confidential and professional space for men who are seeking high quality and effective treatment for depression, anxiety, relationship issues and more. As an experienced psychiatrist and psychotherapist, I strive to be compassionate, thorough and collaborative in my work.
Reach out to me today. I look forward to meeting you!
~ Dr. Michael Quach | Board Certified & Licensed Psychiatrist (License #A86371)
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): A mood disorder marked by a persistent feeling of sadness, empty or irritable mood, and a distinct loss of interest or pleasure in activities (anhedonia) lasting at least two weeks.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Chronic, exaggerated, and pervasive worry and tension regarding everyday events or activities, occurring most days for at least six months.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A trauma- and stressor-related disorder that develops following exposure to a traumatic event, resulting in intrusive memories, hyperarousal, and emotional avoidance.
Bipolar I & II Disorders: Mood disorders characterized by severe shifts in energy and activity levels. Bipolar I involves at least one full manic episode; Bipolar II is characterized by hypomanic and major depressive episodes.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): A neurodevelopmental disorder defined by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity that interfere with executive functioning across multiple settings.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): A condition characterized by intrusive, distressing thoughts or urges (obsessions) paired with repetitive, ritualistic behaviors (compulsions) performed to alleviate the associated anxiety.
Schizophrenia: A chronic, severe psychotic disorder characterized by disruptions in thinking, perception, emotion, and behavior, often involving a loss of contact with reality.
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD): A personality disorder marked by a pervasive pattern of instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, and affects, alongside marked impulsivity.
Panic Disorder: An anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and persistent, ongoing worry about experiencing future attacks.
Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD): An intense, irrational fear of social or performance situations where one might face scrutiny, judgment, or rejection by others.
Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders (SUD): Chronic, relapsing brain conditions characterized by a problematic pattern of substance use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress.
Anorexia Nervosa: An eating disorder characterized by a restriction of energy intake relative to requirements, leading to significantly low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and body image distortion.
Bulimia Nervosa: An eating disorder involving recurrent episodes of binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors (such as self-induced vomiting or excessive exercise) to prevent weight gain.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A complex neurodevelopmental condition characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction, alongside restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior or interests.
Somatic Symptom Disorder: A condition where an individual experiences prominent, distressing physical symptoms accompanied by excessive, disproportionate thoughts, feelings, or behaviors related to those symptoms.
Anhedonia: The markedly diminished ability to experience pleasure or interest in nearly all activities that were previously enjoyable.
Hypervigilance: An enhanced state of sensory sensitivity accompanied by an intense, constant scanning of the environment for hidden threats or dangers.
Insomnia / Hypersomnia: Pervasive sleep disturbances, either manifesting as difficulty falling or staying asleep (insomnia) or sleeping excessively (hypersomnia).
Psychomotor Agitation or Retardation: Noticeable physical changes in activity level; either unintentional, restless movements (agitation) or a visible slowing down of physical movements and speech (retardation).
Panic Attacks: Abrupt surges of intense fear or discomfort that reach a peak within minutes, accompanied by physical symptoms like heart palpitations, chest pain, and shortness of breath.
Emotional Dysregulation: An impaired ability to manage, modulate, or respond adaptively to emotional experiences, frequently resulting in rapid mood swings or intense outbursts.
Executive Dysfunction: Difficulties with higher-level cognitive processes, including working memory, flexible thinking, planning, prioritizing, and time management.
Intrusive Thoughts: Unwanted, involuntary, and distressing thoughts, images, or urges that repetitively enter a person's mind.
Delusions: Fixed, unshakeable false beliefs that are not aligned with reality and are resistant to conflicting evidence or logic.
Hallucinations: Perception-like experiences that occur without an external stimulus, most commonly presenting as auditory (hearing voices) or visual.
Dissociation: A disruption or discontinuity in the normal integration of consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, or body representation (e.g., depersonalization or derealization).
Somatization: The expression of psychological distress through physical, bodily symptoms (such as unexplained headaches, stomach pain, or chronic fatigue).
Flat or Blunted Affect: A significant reduction in the intensity of emotional expression, often presenting as a lack of facial expression, monotone speech, or diminished eye contact.
Compulsive Rituals: Repetitive behaviors or mental acts that an individual feels driven to perform in response to an obsession or according to rigid rules.
Avoidance Behavior: Safely or systematically steering clear of specific places, people, thoughts, or situations that trigger distress, anxiety, or traumatic memories.
For over twenty years, I have had the privilege of supporting men in Silicon Valley through their mental health journeys. As a board-certified psychiatrist, I completed my medical degree and residency at the Stanford University School of Medicine, where I also served as Chief Resident. Since 2008, I have served as an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor, teaching Stanford medical students and residents. Guided by a deeply humanistic approach to medicine, I consider it an honor to walk alongside my patients and mentor the next generation of physicians.
My commitment to care and teaching has been recognized with Stanford’s George Gulevich Humanistic Medicine Award and Excellence in Clinical Teaching Award, as well as a recent Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition by Congressman Ro Khanna.
Beyond the clinic, I explore the human experience as the author of three books: The Observer, The Concrete Mirror, and Your Years Will Teach You What Your Days Do Not Know. Outside of my practice, I find inspiration and balance in life's simpler rhythms—whether I am cooking, gardening, writing, or finding quiet reflection in the Hawaiian Islands.
Initial Psychiatric Evaluation: $900 (90 minutes)
Follow-Up Sessions: $600 (60 minutes)
Note on Insurance: I do not accept insurance directly. However, I can provide you with a Superbill to submit to your insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Taking care of your mental health isn't a sign of weakness; it's a practical, honest choice to protect your well-being and take care of the people you love. You don't have to wait until things are completely overwhelming to ask for a helping hand.
Reach out to me today for a casual, private conversation. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation. Click the link below to get started.
WILLOW GLEN PSYCHIATRY FOR MEN
669-210-7466
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