What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Very friendly and welcoming manner. I felt very comfortable opening up and being honest about my feelings. I felt heard and that he really listened to the kind of treatment I was seeking and worked at helping me get to a better place.”
Lanny L.April 9, 2026Video visit
About Dr. Kenneth Lai
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)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Kenneth Lai
Before pursuing medicine, Dr. Kenneth Ethan Lai explored a range of passions. After earning dual degrees in Biology and Biochemistry from the University of California, Riverside, he opened a popular Riverside eatery featured on The Food Channel. He later transitioned to the IT industry, earning a master’s degree and certifications, before answering his true calling in medicine, graduating from Saint Matthews University School of Medicine.
Dr. Lai believes psychiatry combines science and the art of medicine. Patients value his professionalism, patience, empathy, and attentive listening. He acknowledges the many choices patients have in providers and strives to create a welcoming, collaborative, and supportive environment for everyone seeking care.
Dr. Lai treats both adults and children/adolescents with expertise in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, addiction, geriatrics, and dual-diagnosis care. He is trained in TMS and ECT, is a Certified Suboxone Prescriber, and offers consultations and treatment through office-based or telemedicine visits. His approach is tailored to each patient’s needs, integrating compassionate care with evidence-based treatment.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Medical School - St. Matthews University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- University of California, Riverside (Bachelor's)
- Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, Residency in Adult Psychiatry
NPI number
1376893974
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Very friendly and welcoming manner. I felt very comfortable opening up and being honest about my feelings. I felt heard and that he really listened to the kind of treatment I was seeking and worked at helping me get to a better place.
April 9, 2026Lanny L.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Dr. Kenneth Lai work with?
Dr. Kenneth Lai works with Talkiatry.
What languages does Dr. Kenneth Lai speak?
Dr. Kenneth Lai speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Kenneth Lai in reviews?
1 patients have reviewed Dr. Kenneth Lai. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.