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Dr. Linda Gao, MD

Dr. Linda Gao, MD

Psychiatrist
200 Baker Ave, Concord, MA
Linda Gao helps children, adolescents, teens, and young adults throughout Massachusetts navigate emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care. As a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at LifeStance Health, she provides medication management for patients experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma-related conditions, sleep difficulties, and school avoidance. Dr. Gao takes a collaborative and family-centered approach that prioritizes emotional safety, developmental understanding, and individualized treatment planning for each child and young adult she serves. Dr. Gao is especially passionate about treating OCD and related disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and psychosis. She understands the unique impact these conditions can have on a child's academic performance, social relationships, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. Her approach incorporates careful diagnostic evaluation, collaboration with caregivers and schools, and psychopharmacology when clinically appropriate. She values helping families better understand their child's needs while creating practical strategies that support growth, stability, and long-term functioning. In addition to her primary areas of focus, Dr. Gao has experience supporting children and young adults with childhood behavioral concerns, trauma, medical and health-related psychological challenges, and insomnia. She also works with individuals with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, recognizing the importance of neurodiversity-affirming care and individualized support systems. Her work often integrates behavioral strategies and parent-focused guidance to strengthen communication, structure, and coping skills at home and in school settings. Dr. Gao began practicing in 2017 and completed her education at Albany Medical College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
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About Dr. Linda Gao

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
School Phobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Sleep Disorder
Childhood Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Linda Gao

Linda Gao helps children, adolescents, teens, and young adults throughout Massachusetts navigate emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care. As a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at LifeStance Health, she provides medication management for patients experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma-related conditions, sleep difficulties, and school avoidance. Dr. Gao takes a collaborative and family-centered approach that prioritizes emotional safety, developmental understanding, and individualized treatment planning for each child and young adult she serves. Dr. Gao is especially passionate about treating OCD and related disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and psychosis. She understands the unique impact these conditions can have on a child's academic performance, social relationships, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. Her approach incorporates careful diagnostic evaluation, collaboration with caregivers and schools, and psychopharmacology when clinically appropriate. She values helping families better understand their child's needs while creating practical strategies that support growth, stability, and long-term functioning. In addition to her primary areas of focus, Dr. Gao has experience supporting children and young adults with childhood behavioral concerns, trauma, medical and health-related psychological challenges, and insomnia. She also works with individuals with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, recognizing the importance of neurodiversity-affirming care and individualized support systems. Her work often integrates behavioral strategies and parent-focused guidance to strengthen communication, structure, and coping skills at home and in school settings. Dr. Gao began practicing in 2017 and completed her education at Albany Medical College and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
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LifeStance Health - Massachusetts
200 Baker Ave, Concord, MA 01742
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Medical School - Albany Medical College, Doctor of Medicine

NPI number

1538690847

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Dr. Linda Gao has 2 office locations in Concord, view full addresses on Dr. Gao's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Linda Gao?

Dr. Linda Gao frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Linda Gao on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Linda Gao speak?

Dr. Linda Gao speaks English.

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