Dr. Michael Hower, DO, CA | Psychiatrist

About Dr. Michael Hower

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Medication Management

Psychiatry Consultation

Bipolar Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Michael Hower

Dr. Hower believes in providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care while building a collaborative relationship with each patient. His approach emphasizes careful diagnostic evaluation, shared decision-making, and individualized treatment planning. He strives to create an environment where patients feel heard and respected while developing practical, measurable goals that improve daily functioning and overall quality of life. He values clear communication, thoughtful medication management, and integrating psychotherapy principles into routine psychiatric care whenever appropriate. Dr. Hower was drawn to psychiatry for the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while building long-term therapeutic relationships. He particularly enjoys working with adolescents, college students, young adults, and adults experiencing ADHD, depression, anxiety, and other common outpatient mental health conditions. He likes helping patients develop practical treatment plans that improve their academic, occupational, and personal functioning. Outside of work, Dr. Hower enjoys strength training, following financial markets, spending time outdoors, and continuing to learn about topics that help him grow both personally and professionally.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorder

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Panic Attack

Psychiatric Medication Management

Psychiatry Consultation

Sleep Problems

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorder

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Office location

Dr. Michael Hower, DO also offers online video visits for patients

Mindpath Health - CA

141 Stony Cir, Ste 155, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

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Education and background

Practice names

Mindpath Health - CA

Education and training

Medical School - Touro University California, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1841949765

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Michael Hower accepting new patients?

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What practice does Dr. Michael Hower work with?

Dr. Michael Hower works with Mindpath Health - CA.

Where is Dr. Michael Hower's office located?

Dr. Michael Hower has 2 office locations in Santa Rosa, view full addresses on Dr. Hower's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Hower?

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