Dr. Heather Paxton, MD, CT | Psychiatrist

About Dr. Heather Paxton

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Medication Management

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Eating Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Bipolar Disorder

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Heather Paxton

Dr. Heather Paxton is a physician with over 20 years of experience in psychiatry. She earned her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed her internship and residency at Yale New Haven Hospital and affiliated programs. She also earned a fellowship certificate in College Mental Health at Yale University Health Services. Dr. Paxton has extensive experience in outpatient, intensive outpatient, and inpatient settings, treating individuals of all ages and a wide range of psychiatric conditions. Dr. Paxton values treating each person as an individual and considers it an honor to be trusted with someone’s vulnerability. She strives to understand each patient’s perspective on therapy and medication, honoring their preferences while providing clear education to reduce fear and build trust. Dr. Paxton reviews written information before visits to focus on meaningful dialogue. She seeks to understand daily life, goals, and desired outcomes, including preferences about therapy, medication, and side effects. She ensures each patient understands and agrees with the plan, emphasizing collaboration.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Eating Disorder

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Personality Disorder

Self-Harm / Injury

Anxiety

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Bipolar Disorder

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Talkiatry

Board certifications

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Education and training

Medical School - Yale University School of Medicine: Bifulco Carlo B MD, Doctor of Medicine
Yale New Haven Hospital (Residency)
Yale New Haven Hospital (Internship)

NPI number

1912114943

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Paxton?

Generally, Dr. Heather Paxton has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Paxton's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Heather Paxton accepting new patients?

Dr. Heather Paxton generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Paxton's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Paxton online?

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What practice does Dr. Heather Paxton work with?

Dr. Heather Paxton works with Talkiatry.

Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Paxton have?

Dr. Heather Paxton is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Heather Paxton?

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