What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.90
“Dr. Ruth is an incredibly thoughtful, caring psychiatrist. She provided thoughtful, balanced treatment and helped me feel stable through a challenging period in my life. I always felt heard and never rushed — her approach is compassionate and practical, and she helped me find what truly works for me. I’m grateful for her expertise and the care she brings to her patients. I’d absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for an experienced, caring psychiatrist.”
SMLess than 1 year ago
“Working with Dr. Ruth has been such an eye-opening experience. Through her caring nature and immense knowledge of ADHD, I’ve gotten to learn so much about myself. You can tell she has an amazing passion for helping people. I have especially enjoyed learning about the neuroscience and chemistry of ADHD and even how medication works. Through her treatment, I feel heard, respected, and taken care of. She has guided me into a life where I feel more in control, organized, and aware of my mind and my body. I cannot thank her enough for helping me through the past several months.”
AJLess than 1 year ago
About Dr. Ruth Rayikanti
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Ruth Rayikanti
I am a San Francisco native with a strong academic background, holding dual undergraduate degrees in Biological Sciences and African and African American Studies from U.C. Davis. I furthered my education with a Medical Degree from Ross University and completed a Psychiatry residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, with additional training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente-Fontana Medical Center.
Throughout my career, I have immersed myself in clinical practice, research, therapy, and community initiatives across various mental health care domains. My dedication has been recognized with awards for Excellence in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry and Best Clinical Case Presentation among General Psychiatry Residents.
My clinical focus includes medication management, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness interventions, and collaborative care, particularly for adults with ADHD. As an ADHD specialist, I find great fulfillment in guiding patients through challenges and empowering them to reach their full potential. Additionally, I founded A Blank Canvas, a wellness platform advocating mindfulness and relaxation techniques, which has been featured at various conferences nationwide such as Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) and Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD).
Given my background and commitment to providing personalized, evidence-based psychiatric care, I am confident in the value I bring my patients. I look forward to connecting with you!
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Education and background
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Board certifications
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education and training
- Medical School - Ross University School of Medicine - Academic Campus, Doctor of Medicine
- University of Alabama at Birmingham, Residency in Psychiatry
NPI number
1184036667
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.90
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Very quick and easy while going over all of the topics needed. Felt comfortable talking about medical and personal topics.
More than 1 year agoRG
Dr. Ruth is an incredibly thoughtful, caring psychiatrist. She provided thoughtful, balanced treatment and helped me feel stable through a challenging period in my life. I always felt heard and never rushed — her approach is compassionate and practical, and she helped me find what truly works for me. I’m grateful for her expertise and the care she brings to her patients. I’d absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for an experienced, caring psychiatrist.
Less than 1 year agoSM
Working with Dr. Ruth has been such an eye-opening experience. Through her caring nature and immense knowledge of ADHD, I’ve gotten to learn so much about myself. You can tell she has an amazing passion for helping people. I have especially enjoyed learning about the neuroscience and chemistry of ADHD and even how medication works. Through her treatment, I feel heard, respected, and taken care of. She has guided me into a life where I feel more in control, organized, and aware of my mind and my body. I cannot thank her enough for helping me through the past several months.
Less than 1 year agoAJ
Life changer…
More than 1 year agoMT
Dr. Ruth is amazing - she is a compassionate doctor first and foremost. Couple that with the tremendous psychiatric expertise that she possesses, and you have found the help that you really need!
More than 1 year agoJD
When I began working with Dr. Rayikanti it was immediately apparent that she was invested in helping me. Dr. Rayikanti took time to understand who I was and how my environment affected my mental state. She took a holistic approach to help me with navigating my concerns, including exercise, medication, and meditation. Together we worked on finding the right balance of medication and coping skills.
More than 1 year agoGS
I didn't know much about ADHD until in my 30s when I found myself struggling with work/life tasks that require strong and sustained focus. I'm so glad I met Dr. Ruth!
Through working with Dr. Ruth I gained deeper knowledge on adult ADHD, and even connected some dots of my childhood/early adult experiences that may be related.
My ability to focus has improved quite a lot. It helped me get through a very demanding period at work. I feel much more confident and well equipped to tackle new challenges.
Dr. Ruth has a very thoughtful and comprehensive approach to evaluation, diagnosis and treatment. I received various computer based, blood/genetics testings. When it comes to treatments, Dr Ruth does a great job of finding the best choice/dosage while
always respecting my preferences and addressing any concerns.
So if you're an adult struggling with ADHD I highly recommend Dr. Ruth as an excellent guide on your journey to healing and improvements!
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What practice does Dr. Ruth Rayikanti work with?
Dr. Ruth Rayikanti works with Ruth Rayikanti MD.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ruth Rayikanti have?
Dr. Ruth Rayikanti is certified by Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology) and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ruth Rayikanti?
Dr. Ruth Rayikanti frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ruth Rayikanti on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Ruth Rayikanti speak?
Dr. Ruth Rayikanti speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Ruth Rayikanti in reviews?
16 patients have reviewed Dr. Ruth Rayikanti. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 4.9/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.