What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.94
Average wait time
4.94
Bedside manner
4.82
“Dr. Don Francisco was great. We met virtually due to COVID. He talked to me about my issues and even followed up a few days later. Very helpful and supportive. Would recommend.”
Jason C.July 21, 2020
“Been to a good handful of doctors in my day and Must say Dr. Defrancisco is my favorite!!! Highly recommended.”
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About Dr. Don Defrancisco
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Don Defrancisco
**Dr. DeFrancisco is NOT IN NETWORK with any insurance plans**
Kind and professional care with extensive experience of over 40 years in psychiatry, medicine, psychopharmacology research, and psychoanalytic treatment. I earned my Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, Irvine, completed my residency in psychiatry there, and hold a PhD from the New Center for Psychoanalysis.
My approach is flexible, seeking to understand what can be explained psychologically as well as what is best understood in terms of brain function or chemistry.
I have no contracts with any insurance companies. As an out-of-network provider, I mail out a superbill, which patients can submit for reimbursement if they wish.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach is based on an in-depth psychological understanding. Sometimes people also want a biological assessment since I am a psychiatrist and medical physician and I do provide this as well, but always in the context of an in-depth psychological understanding of the person. I want to understand your current circumstances including current stressors and support systems. I want to understand your experiences of distress in as much granular detail as you can give. The family and emotional development are important and I want as much history of important attachments as possible. Sometimes family history will shed light on genetic predisposition, which can be of importance in understanding a person's temperament and perhaps biologically given strengths and vulnerabilities.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $500 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $275 for 45 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Payment at the time of service.
Checks, Cash, Zelle, Venmo, and ApplePay are my preferred payment methods.
Prefer not to take credit cards, but not impossible.
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education and training
- Medical School - University of California, Irvine, Doctor of Medicine
- New Center for Psychoanalysis (PhD)
- University of California, Irvine, Residency in Psychiatry
Professional memberships
- American Psychoanalytic Association
- International Psychoanalytical Association
- American Medical Association
Awards and publications
- De Francisco, D. “The Child Dream and the Child Transference.” The Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association, 1986, Vol. 34, No. 1, pp. 93-121.
- De Francisco, D. “Kohut’s Enhancement of Classical Psychoanalysis.” Psychiatric Annals, August 1986.
- De Francisco, Don. “The Greater the Artistry, the Greater the Danger,” Violence in the Media: A Symposium, American Journal of Forensic Psychiatry, 2000, Vol. 21, No. 4, pp. 27-29.
NPI number
1992885859
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.94
Wait time
4.94
Bedside manner
4.82
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Been to a good handful of doctors in my day and Must say Dr. Defrancisco is my favorite!!! Highly recommended.
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He was fantastic. He really listened and had genuine concern and desire to help. Would recommend to anyone
September 30, 2014Initials hidden
Dr De Francisco has been my physician for 25 years, he is excellent! I highly recommend him.
December 11, 2014Initials hidden
Dr. Don Francisco was great. We met virtually due to COVID. He talked to me about my issues and even followed up a few days later. Very helpful and supportive. Would recommend.
July 21, 2020Jason C.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Don Defrancisco work with?
Dr. Don Defrancisco works with Don De Francisco.
Where is Dr. Don Defrancisco's office located?
Dr. Don Defrancisco's office is located at 1601 Dove St, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
Which board certifications does Dr. Don Defrancisco have?
Dr. Don Defrancisco is certified by Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Don Defrancisco?
Dr. Don Defrancisco frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Don Defrancisco on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Don Defrancisco speak?
Dr. Don Defrancisco speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Don Defrancisco in reviews?
18 patients have reviewed Dr. Don Defrancisco. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 4.82/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.94/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.