Dr. Richard Shehane, MD

Dr. Richard Shehane, MD

Psychiatrist
VA
4.43
“Had a great experience with Dr. Shehane. Was able to answer all my questions and made the process seamless along the way. Would highly recommend! ”
Christopher M.October 20, 2025
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100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.43

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“Had a great experience with Dr. Shehane. Was able to answer all my questions and made the process seamless along the way. Would highly recommend! ”
Christopher M.October 20, 2025Video visit
“I met with him for the first time today and I had some misconceptions that he heard and was able to explain to me why I was wrong using studies and understanding of my concern. I truly believe he cares about what he does. ”
Dora S.October 7, 2025Video visit

About Dr. Richard Shehane

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

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

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Richard Shehane

Dr. Richard Shehane completed medical school at the University of Nevada School of Medicine and then went on to complete psychiatry residency training at Naval Medical Center San Diego. Dr. Shehane is a board-certified psychiatrist that specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders and ADHD. Dr. Shehane has also worked extensively with patients that have experienced sexual trauma in their past and patients struggling with substance and alcohol use addictions. Dr. Shehane will focus on two main approaches to mental health treatment: medication management and psychotherapy. Appointments will focus on a mix of interactions aimed at tailoring each patient’s specific medication needs as well as promoting mental health wellness through different types of evidence-based therapy techniques including mindfulness, CBT, CPT and psychodynamic psychotherapy. Dr. Shehane works together patients to develop a plan that fits each patient’s individual needs. Initial appointments will focus on identifying and treating primary concerns, and then later appointments will center on building upon the therapeutic relationship to increase self-awareness, promote emotional insight, and secure lasting positive mental health changes.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Medication Management
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression

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 - University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Medicine
  • Naval Medical Center, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1649633124

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.43
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Had a great experience with Dr. Shehane. Was able to answer all my questions and made the process seamless along the way. Would highly recommend!
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Dr. Richard Shehane is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

What languages does Dr. Richard Shehane speak?

Dr. Richard Shehane speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Richard Shehane in reviews?

7 patients have reviewed Dr. Richard Shehane. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.43/5. 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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