What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.11
Average wait time
4.59
Bedside manner
4.55
“I was very impressed by how much Dr. Shakir cared about helping me to get well. He made sure that he answered all of the questions I had without rushing me. I felt very comfortable talking to him. I was very hopeful after talking to him about how TMS could completely change my life. ”
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About Dr. Saad Shakir
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Saad Shakir
Dr. Saad Shakir is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in general and interventional psychiatry, psychopharmacology, integrated care, and innovative treatments for depression. Over the past decade, his work has focused heavily on advanced psychiatric treatments, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), SPRAVATO® (esketamine), and personalized pharmacogenomics.
Dr. Shakir is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (DLFAPA) and a co-founder of the Clinical TMS Society. In recognition of his contributions to the field of TMS, he was awarded an Honorary Fellowship (FCTMSS) by the Clinical TMS Society in 2024.
Trained in medicine, neurology, and psychiatry, Dr. Shakir earned his medical degree from Baghdad University School of Medicine, graduating near the top of his class. He later completed advanced psychiatric training at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York and Stanford University, where he completed his residency and served as Chief Resident.
Throughout his career, Dr. Shakir has been a leader in expanding access to interventional psychiatric care. He founded Integrated Clinical Neurosciences, a multidisciplinary psychiatric practice that grew to six locations across the San Francisco Bay Area, and served as Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Silicon Valley TMS, helping expand TMS and SPRAVATO® treatment services across multiple locations.
Dr. Shakir is passionate about providing personalized, evidence-based psychiatric care and helping patients access innovative treatment options when traditional approaches have not provided sufficient relief.
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Popular visit reasons
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Agoraphobia
Pain Management Consultation
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychiatry Consultation
Office location
Dr. Saad Shakir, MD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Education and training
- Medical School - Baghdad University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, Residency in Psychiatry
- Stanford University, Residency in Psychiatry
NPI number
1245367374
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.11
Wait time
4.59
Bedside manner
4.55
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It was my first time even in therapy and I felt very comfortable
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I was very impressed by how much Dr. Shakir cared about helping me to get well. He made sure that he answered all of the questions I had without rushing me. I felt very comfortable talking to him. I was very hopeful after talking to him about how TMS could completely change my life.
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What practice does Dr. Saad Shakir work with?
Dr. Saad Shakir works with TMS Health and Wellness.
Where is Dr. Saad Shakir's office located?
Dr. Saad Shakir has 2 office locations in Costa Mesa, view full addresses on Dr. Shakir's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saad Shakir have?
Dr. Saad Shakir is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Saad Shakir?
Dr. Saad Shakir frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Saad Shakir on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Saad Shakir speak?
Dr. Saad Shakir speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Saad Shakir in reviews?
28 patients have reviewed Dr. Saad Shakir. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.11/5. They have a 4.55/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.59/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.