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Dr. Elena Perea, MD

Dr. Elena Perea, MD

Psychiatrist
NC
3.50
“Dr.Perea is a great psychiatrist. She’s very attentive in her listening and very clear and detailed in her responses and reasonings behind her decisions and recommendations. She was very easy to talk to and gave me a strong impression that she is skilled in what she does. I am hoping to continue working with her on my mental health journey.”
James H.September 30, 2025
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Overall rating

3.50

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.00
“Dr.Perea is a great psychiatrist. She’s very attentive in her listening and very clear and detailed in her responses and reasonings behind her decisions and recommendations. She was very easy to talk to and gave me a strong impression that she is skilled in what she does. I am hoping to continue working with her on my mental health journey.”
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About Dr. Elena Perea

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Elena Perea

Dr. Elena Perea is a board-certified psychiatrist. She completed her undergraduate training at Wake Forest University followed by medical school and residency training at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). Dr. Perea holds an adjunct academic appointment at UNC and has been involved in medical education for her entire career. She most recently served as Residency Program Director for the Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) psychiatry residency in Asheville, NC. She remains involved in didactic education there for both residents and medical students. She has a genuine interest in treating a vast array of psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders and obsessive compulsive and related disorders. She is a skilled psychopharmacologist and interested in the mind-body connection. She believes physical health greatly affects mental health and vice versa and loves helping patients with medical comorbidities to feel well. Patients looking for a psychiatrist will find that Dr. Perea has a comprehensive approach to diagnosis and management of her patients. She believes in the principle that body and mind are interconnected and utilizes psychoeducation and psychotherapeutic approaches in addition to medications for total wellness.

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Areas of expertise

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Drug use disorders
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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - UNC School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1407074255

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Wait time
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Bedside manner
4.00
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Dr.Perea is a great psychiatrist. She’s very attentive in her listening and very clear and detailed in her responses and reasonings behind her decisions and recommendations. She was very easy to talk to and gave me a strong impression that she is skilled in what she does. I am hoping to continue working with her on my mental health journey.
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Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Perea have?

Dr. Elena Perea is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Elena Perea?

Dr. Elena Perea frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Elena Perea on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Elena Perea speak?

Dr. Elena Perea speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Elena Perea in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Dr. Elena Perea. The overall rating for this doctor is 3.5/5. They have a 4/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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