What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.84
Average wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
4.93
“Dr Lara is a great listener and put me at ease right away. He asked thoughtful questions and then formulated a treatment plan. Overall, it was as good of an experience as I could have hoped for!”
Initials hiddenApril 11, 2025Video visit
“Very professional and knowledgeable, we worked through things efficiently and moved to treatment. Definitely was a good experience!”
Initials hiddenAugust 5, 2024Video visit
About Dr. Michael Lara
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Michael Lara
Dr. Michael Lara is a reputed and experienced psychiatrist. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency at Stanford University. He is board-certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and the California Medical Association.
Dr. Lara sees patients at his clinic in Belmont, CA. He specializes in the pharmacological management of depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health disorders.
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Office location
Dr. Michael Lara, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of California, Los Angeles, Doctor of Medicine
- Stanford University (Residency)
Professional memberships
- American Psychiatric Association
- California Medical Association
NPI number
1215153408
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.84
Wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
4.93
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Dr. Lara was very kind and attentive. He listened carefully and provided thoughtful recommendations.
July 26, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Super easy to schedule - forms were easy to fill out. Great listener!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Lara and his staff are prepared, friendly and I had a wonderful experience.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Very insightful, looking forward to helpful meds/advice.
More than 1 year agoLD
Found the office to be unprofessional
January 13, 2026Kyle R.Verified patientVideo visit
Great experience
May 13, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr Lara is a great listener and put me at ease right away. He asked thoughtful questions and then formulated a treatment plan. Overall, it was as good of an experience as I could have hoped for!
April 11, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
Very professional and knowledgeable, we worked through things efficiently and moved to treatment. Definitely was a good experience!
August 5, 2024Initials hiddenVideo visit
I really appreciated how communicative and kind this psychiatrist was. He listened to my symptoms and was able to help me in the first visit. I’m grateful he took my insurance and his wife helped me confirm that before my appointment, as I was struggling, even through Zocdoc to find someone who took my insurance.
July 30, 2024Kenyon G.Verified patientVideo visit
Enjoyed my visit with Dr.Lara took the time to listen to all my concerns. He was very imformative with his course of treatment. Office was very efficient prior to scheduling his wife was very helpful! Would highly recommend.
April 18, 2024leslie M.Verified patientVideo visit
Amazing experience. Dr. Lara listened intently as well as asked & answered questions throughout our meeting. I really felt heard and felt that my consultation was unique to me. Couldn’t be happier. Thank you!!!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Lara himself was knowledgeable and helpful in our initial consult. The administrative experience behind the scenes was not good.
First, I had to fill out a ton of intake forms that were each sent individually with fast-expiring passcodes, and they were sent piecemeal over the course of 2 days.
Second, I never received my zoom link. I had to contact the office the morning of concerned that I wouldn't get a zoom link in time, and they were going to say that I was a "no-show" and charge my credit card on file (which they took in the intake forms). Their response was that, "We use the same zoom link for all the appointments," but obviously as a new client I would not know this or have access to said zoom link.
I hope the operations issues are over, and it's smooth sailing from here.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Lara was incredibly understanding and knowledgeable - he made space for me to describe my symptoms and walked me through possible treatment routes while clearly articulating the benefits of each option. I felt heard during my appointment which is really hard to come by in my experience for psychiatric treatment, and I feel confident about improving my well-being in his care. I didn't feel judged at all while describing my needs and concerns. His office was responsive and scheduling an appointment was easy. I highly recommend Dr. Lara!!
August 11, 2022Brianna A.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Lara was incredibly empathic and understanding. He was open to my goals and collaborated to create an effective treatment plan
May 18, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
Between listening to my concerns and challenges and detailed pre-appointment questionnaires, I felt we were able to start a thoughtful treatment plan promptly. I feel great about the plan.
March 9, 2022Initials hiddenVideo visit
My first impression was that Dr. Lara is very friendly, thoughtful, and well-spoken. He was encouraging and delicately worded his questions to probe my experiences and perceptions. He was just easy to talk to in general, and I look forward to our future sessions.
November 17, 2021Michael F.Verified patientVideo visit
I’ve so far had one appointment with Dr. Lara who was lovely to speak with. I felt cared for and listened to. I have not yet started but am optimistic about the treatment plan he created.
September 2, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
Dr Lara was fully prepared for my first session - I was very impressed by his preparation ahead of our session (he had reviewed the questionnaire I had completed and clearly remembered and referenced important points) and the manner in which he communicated. He was open and easy to work with - much much better than many other psychiatrists that I have had contact with.
April 20, 2021Initials hiddenVideo visit
It was a pleasure working with Dr. Lara and he provided his insight on my new medication in a way that helped me understand it and be on board. He is a very warm and understanding person and I highly recommend to anyone.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Incredible Dr. Brilliant.
December 6, 2018James H.Verified patient
very professional and caring
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Lara is direct, systematic, and caring. He does an excellent job describing his proposed approach after carefully listening to me. Additionally, the office staff is excellent. Dr. Lara and his staff are highly recommended.
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Is Dr. Michael Lara accepting new patients?
Dr. Michael Lara generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Lara's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Michael Lara accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Lara online?
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What practice does Dr. Michael Lara work with?
Dr. Michael Lara works with Michael Lara, MD.
Where is Dr. Michael Lara's office located?
Dr. Michael Lara has 3 office locations in Belmont, view full addresses on Dr. Lara's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Lara have?
Dr. Michael Lara is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Lara?
Dr. Michael Lara 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 Lara on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Michael Lara speak?
Dr. Michael Lara speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Michael Lara in reviews?
86 patients have reviewed Dr. Michael Lara. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.84/5. They have a 4.93/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.