Dr. Emma Castro, MD

Dr. Emma Castro, MD

Psychiatrist
1910 Olympic Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA
Dr. Emma Castro specializes in women’s mental health, cultural psychiatry, trauma, and depression. She embraces the biopsychosocial model of care, prioritizing getting to know her patients well to address all their needs and provide whole-person care. Dr. Castro earned her Doctor of Medicine from Universidad del Rosario and completed her Psychiatry residency at Harvard South Shore. Throughout her career, she has worked with patients experiencing depression who did not respond to traditional medications, even after several trials of antidepressants. This experience fueled her desire to offer a broader range of mental health tools to better support her patients.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Emma Castro

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Emma Castro

Dr. Emma Castro specializes in women’s mental health, cultural psychiatry, trauma, and depression. She embraces the biopsychosocial model of care, prioritizing getting to know her patients well to address all their needs and provide whole-person care. Dr. Castro earned her Doctor of Medicine from Universidad del Rosario and completed her Psychiatry residency at Harvard South Shore. Throughout her career, she has worked with patients experiencing depression who did not respond to traditional medications, even after several trials of antidepressants. This experience fueled her desire to offer a broader range of mental health tools to better support her patients.

What should a new client know about working with you?

She enjoys working with patients who are motivated by change. An empathic, supportive, and caring provider, Dr. Castro understands that in therapeutic relationships, trust is a two-way street, and takes the time required to get to know her patients, build trust, and motivate them along their path toward finding the relief they deserve.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Agoraphobia
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Hoarding Disorder

Office location

Dr. Emma Castro, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Mindful Health Solutions
1910 Olympic Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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 - Universidad del rosario, Doctor of Medicine
  • Harvard South Shore, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1043469687

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Where is Dr. Emma Castro's office located?

Dr. Emma Castro has 2 office locations in Walnut Creek, view full addresses on Dr. Castro's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Emma Castro have?

Dr. Emma Castro is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Emma Castro?

Dr. Emma Castro 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. Emma Castro on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Emma Castro speak?

Dr. Emma Castro speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Emma Castro in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Dr. Emma Castro. 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.

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