Dr. Leela Magavi, MD

Dr. Leela Magavi, MD

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
CA
An in-person visit may be required depending on your treatment needs, such as but not limited to certain prescriptions. Your clinician will work with you to determine an appropriate treatment plan. Dr. Leela Magavi is a native Californian and Hopkins-trained psychiatrist committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals of all cultural, political, religious, sexual, and socioeconomic backgrounds. She completed her adult psychiatry residency at Georgetown University Hospital, during which time she also had the invaluable experience of caring for veterans at Washington, D.C. VA. As a resident, she was awarded the String of Pearls teaching award. She subsequently completed her child psychiatry fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital, where she served as the chief fellow and published a manuscript on transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Dr. Magavi strives to create a safe, comfortable atmosphere for patients and their families in their journey toward recovery. She has a holistic approach and integrates various treatment modalities (lifestyle changes, including mindfulness and meditation, pharmacological agents, as well as individual, couples, and family therapy) to provide comprehensive, effective care. She enjoys working with people of all ages (pediatric, adult, geriatric) with various concerns. She partners with her patients and individualizes treatment depending on each patient’s unique life story and goals to maximize their quality of life. In her free time, Dr. Magavi enjoys spending time with her loved ones, trying different cuisines, watching movies, and embracing the beauty and diversity of California. She looks forward to helping as many individuals as possible and playing her part in eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health.
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About Dr. Leela Magavi

Focus areas

Anxiety
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Medication Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Bipolar Disorder
LGBTQ+ Counseling

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Leela Magavi

An in-person visit may be required depending on your treatment needs, such as but not limited to certain prescriptions. Your clinician will work with you to determine an appropriate treatment plan. Dr. Leela Magavi is a native Californian and Hopkins-trained psychiatrist committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals of all cultural, political, religious, sexual, and socioeconomic backgrounds. She completed her adult psychiatry residency at Georgetown University Hospital, during which time she also had the invaluable experience of caring for veterans at Washington, D.C. VA. As a resident, she was awarded the String of Pearls teaching award. She subsequently completed her child psychiatry fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital, where she served as the chief fellow and published a manuscript on transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Dr. Magavi strives to create a safe, comfortable atmosphere for patients and their families in their journey toward recovery. She has a holistic approach and integrates various treatment modalities (lifestyle changes, including mindfulness and meditation, pharmacological agents, as well as individual, couples, and family therapy) to provide comprehensive, effective care. She enjoys working with people of all ages (pediatric, adult, geriatric) with various concerns. She partners with her patients and individualizes treatment depending on each patient’s unique life story and goals to maximize their quality of life. In her free time, Dr. Magavi enjoys spending time with her loved ones, trying different cuisines, watching movies, and embracing the beauty and diversity of California. She looks forward to helping as many individuals as possible and playing her part in eliminating the stigma surrounding mental health.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Stress Management
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University Of Missouri, Doctor of Medicine
  • Georgetown University Hospital, Residency in Adult Psychiatry
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Fellowship in Child Psychiatry

NPI number

1376800110

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Dr. Leela Magavi is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Leela Magavi?

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

What languages does Dr. Leela Magavi speak?

Dr. Leela Magavi speaks English.

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