About Dr. Kali Cyrus
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Bipolar Disorder
Medication Management
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Kali Cyrus
Dr. Kali Cyrus holds an MD and has trained at institutions across the U.S., including Stanford, Emory, University of Illinois College of Medicine, and Yale, where they completed residency and a fellowship in adult and community psychiatry. Dr. Cyrus has worked in diverse clinical settings, including inpatient hospitals, outpatient practices, home visits, student mental health, and veterans’ hospitals, and has held faculty positions at Johns Hopkins and Yale. Featured on NPR, MSNBC, NowThis, Showtime, and HBO, Dr. Cyrus identifies as neurodivergent and brings curiosity and authenticity to their work.
Dr. Cyrus avoids a “one-size-fits-all” approach, integrating psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, DBT, CBT, trauma-informed, and common-sense strategies. They create a validating, judgment-free space while attending closely to the impact of intersectional identity on symptoms. Dr. Cyrus’s prescribing philosophy emphasizes that medications can help but aren’t a complete solution, respecting each patient’s body and choice.
In the first session, Dr. Cyrus addresses questions and ensures the therapeutic fit is right. The initial intake gathers a thorough understanding of a patient’s history, identity, and goals. From there, Dr. Cyrus develops a personalized treatment plan, which may include therapy, medication, or both, tailored to each patient’s background, struggles, and aspirations.
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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 - University of Illinois at Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
- Yale-New Haven Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry
NPI number
1982047221
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What practice does Dr. Kali Cyrus work with?
Dr. Kali Cyrus works with Talkiatry.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kali Cyrus have?
Dr. Kali Cyrus is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What languages does Dr. Kali Cyrus speak?
Dr. Kali Cyrus speaks English.