Business Details
14 Years
experience
Award-Winning Concierge Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Services
Founded in 2012, The Happiness Psychiatrist Sheenie Ambardar provides award-winning, concierge psychiatry, psychotherapy, and medical weight care services to adults in California and New York, with coaching available globally. Our practice combines low-dose psychiatric medications with evidence-based therapies such as psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and Kundalini Yoga, alongside nutritional medicine and functional lab work. Dr. Ambardar, a Stanford-educated psychiatrist with 17+ years of experience, brings a unique integrative approach blending modern medicine with ancient Hindu and Buddhist philosophies. Recognized as a Southern California Super Doctor and Compassionate Doctor Award recipient, we prioritize personalized care, discretion, and holistic well-being.Our telehealth platform eliminates barriers to access, offering evening and Saturday appointments for busy professionals. We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and binge-eating disorder, with a focus on uncovering root causes rather than symptom management. Our team is committed to advancing mental health through advocacy, education, and innovative treatments, including GLP-1 therapies for weight care. With a foundation in academic excellence and clinical expertise, we empower patients to achieve lasting happiness and mental wellness. Our practice reflects a deep dedication to patient-centered care, continuous learning, and community impact through partnerships with organizations like NAMI and Sandy Hook Promise.
Services
Psychiatry
Psychotherapy
Medical Weight Care
Coaching
Integrative Psychiatry
Holistic Psychotherapy
Telehealth Appointments
Functional Lab Work
GLP-1 Therapy
Kundalini Yoga Integration
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of specialized psychiatric experience with a holistic treatment approach
- Our personalized care combines low-dose medications with evidence-based psychotherapies
- We provide telehealth access with evening and Saturday appointments for busy professionals
- Our practice integrates functional medicine and advanced diagnostics for comprehensive care
- We specialize in treating complex conditions like trauma, bipolar disorder, and binge-eating
Associations and certifications
- International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
What people say
Compassionate and personalized approach
Life-changing care
Superb clinical skills
Holistic treatment methods
Attentive to detail
Services
Psychiatry
Our psychiatry services combine low-dose medication management with comprehensive diagnostic evaluations to treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health conditions. We focus on root-cause treatment through evidence-based practices and personalized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our approach emphasizes minimal pharmacological intervention combined with thorough clinical assessment.
Psychotherapy
We offer diverse psychotherapy modalities including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and inner child work to address emotional and psychological challenges. Our sessions focus on understanding behavioral patterns, improving coping mechanisms, and fostering personal growth through a supportive therapeutic relationship. Treatment incorporates both Western psychological frameworks and Eastern philosophical perspectives.
Medical Weight Care
Our medical weight care program addresses binge-eating disorder and emotional eating through GLP-1 therapy combined with behavioral counseling. We provide personalized nutrition guidance and metabolic support to help patients achieve sustainable weight goals while addressing underlying mental health factors that contribute to weight challenges.
Coaching
Available globally, our coaching services help clients set and achieve personal and professional goals through structured accountability partnerships. We focus on enhancing self-awareness, improving decision-making skills, and developing strategies for long-term success in both personal development and career advancement.
Integrative Psychiatry
This comprehensive approach combines conventional psychiatric treatments with complementary therapies like Kundalini Yoga, meditation, and nutritional medicine. We utilize advanced functional lab testing and genetic analysis to create customized treatment plans addressing mind, body, and spiritual well-being for optimal mental health outcomes.
People
Sheenie Ambardar
Psychiatrist
Dr. Ambardar is a Stanford-educated psychiatrist with 17+ years of experience, recognized as a Southern California Super Doctor and Compassionate Doctor Award recipient. She specializes in integrative mental health treatment, combining Western medicine with Eastern philosophies to address complex psychiatric conditions.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma, binge-eating disorder, and related conditions using integrative approaches.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth services for patients in California and New York, with coaching available globally through virtual consultations.
What makes your practice different from other psychiatrists?
Our unique integrative approach combines Western medicine with Eastern philosophies, using low-dose medications alongside holistic therapies and advanced diagnostics.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling including evening and Saturday appointments to accommodate busy professionals' needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as a private pay practice to maintain treatment flexibility and personalized care quality, not accepting insurance directly but providing superbills for potential reimbursement.
What is your approach to medication management?
We use the lowest effective medication doses tailored to individual needs, always combining pharmacological treatment with psychotherapy and lifestyle modifications for comprehensive care.
