What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.46
Average wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
4.57
“He was patient, kind and knowledgable. He quickly digested my story and offered, clear concise counsel. I would HIGHLY recommend him to everyone I know.”
Stephen S.November 10, 2025Video visit
“Dr. Russell is kind, encouraging, knowledgeable, reassuring, and realistic. Incredibly grateful to be receiving care from him.”
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About Dr. Samuel Russell
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Existential
Compassion Focused
Exposure Response Prevention
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Samuel Russell
Dr. Samuel Russell is a psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He is board certified in Addiction Psychiatry and Adult Psychiatry. His particular clinical focus is on the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and behavior addictions as well as trauma, mood and anxiety disorder.
Dr. Russell’s practice focuses on evidence based treatments for psychiatric illness that utilizes a combination of medications and psychotherapy modalities best suited for an individual patient and their needs. He offers this in conjunction with supportive or emotionally focused therapy in 30-minute follow-up visits. Weekly hour-long psychotherapy may be available if indicated. However, occasionally Dr. Russell may believe that different therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.
He received his medical education at the University of Washington in Seattle after completing undergraduate studies in psychology and later a post-baccalaureate at Boston University. After residency at the University of Chicago where he specialized in addiction psychiatry and psychotherapy, he completed an Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle.
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Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Washington, Doctor of Medicine
- The University of Chicago Medical Center, Residency in Addiction Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
- Boston University (Post-Baccalaureate)
- University of Washington Medical Center, Fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry
- Wheaton College (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1326578410
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.46
Wait time
4.60
Bedside manner
4.57
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I didn’t feel the doctor was empathetic nor I felt he gave a clear plan to help me.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Dr. Russell is super kind and thoughtful. Would highly recommend him to friends in search of mental health care.
October 24, 2022Avi K.Verified patientVideo visit
I highly recommend seeing Dr. Samuel Russell. Hhe was thoughtful and a great listener
More than 1 year agoBC
He was patient, kind and knowledgable. He quickly digested my story and offered, clear concise counsel. I would HIGHLY recommend him to everyone I know.
November 10, 2025Stephen S.Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Russell is kind, encouraging, knowledgeable, reassuring, and realistic. Incredibly grateful to be receiving care from him.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Great doctor, felt seen and heard.
June 9, 2023Jorge B.Verified patientVideo visit
I had a wonderful experience. He was extremely kind and really made me feel heard. I felt so comfortable opening up to him. I would definitely recommend him.
November 9, 2022Aubrey E.Verified patientVideo visit
A wonderful experience!
More than 1 year agoJC
He was very understanding, kind and showed care when asking me many questions. I felt calm and good after the session, knowing that I got what I was looking for.
More than 1 year agoJH
I feel as though I FINALLY found someone who is able to LISTEN to me and see me a a human that is seeking help because they want to overcome their battles in a safe and healthy way. already scheduled my next appointment!
More than 1 year agoDS
Dr Russell was extremely attentive, actually listened to what I was saying, gave options. I didn't feel like I was being pushed towards anything. He was very calming.
October 4, 2022Gabriella A.Verified patientVideo visit
Very kind and really wanted to get to know me and helped me in a very scary situation, feel like I trust him very much and that I’m in good care in his hands.
More than 1 year agoJT
dr.russell was incredibly sensitive and caring to the issues I presented. He gave a wonderful perspective to what I had to say and I found him very comforting.
More than 1 year agoKF
Dr. Russell is nothing short of amazing. He's a phenomenal doctor and a superb human being. I thank my lucky stars I was referred to him.
More than 1 year agoLW
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Does Dr. Samuel Russell accept my insurance?
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What practice does Dr. Samuel Russell work with?
Dr. Samuel Russell works with Talkiatry.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Russell have?
Dr. Samuel Russell is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology), and Addiction Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Samuel Russell?
Dr. Samuel Russell frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Samuel Russell on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Samuel Russell speak?
Dr. Samuel Russell speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Samuel Russell in reviews?
41 patients have reviewed Dr. Samuel Russell. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.46/5. They have a 4.57/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.6/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.