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Dr. Sanjaya Saxena, MD

Dr. Sanjaya Saxena, MD

Psychiatrist
16880 W Bernardo Dr, Suite 160, San Diego, CA
Dr. Saxena is an internationally known, board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Hoarding Disorder, OC-Related Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders. He is the Director of Clinical and Research Affairs for the International OCD Foundation. His clinical practice is the San Diego Center for Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. He is also Clinical Professor, UC San Diego Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Saxena is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and a Fellow of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology. Dr. Saxena was elected into Best Doctors in America every year 2005-2020, and elected into Castle Connelly’s and US News & World Report’s America’s Top Doctors every year 2008-2021. Dr. Saxena previously served as Director of the UCLA OCD Research Program and Associate Director of the UCLA Anxiety Disorders Program, then as Director of the UC San Diego OCD Program and Director of UCSD Outpatient Psychiatric Services. He continues to be heavily involved in teaching psychiatric residents and therapist trainees, and has won multiple teaching awards. He is also active in community education. Dr. Saxena also served as the psychiatric consultant for the motion picture, “As Good As It Gets” (Sony Pictures, 1997), in which the lead character, played by Jack Nicholson, suffered from OCD. Dr. Saxena's research has focused on the neurobiology and treatment of OCD, Hoarding Disorder, and related disorders. He has authored or co-authored over 80 scientific articles and book chapters. Dr. Saxena serves on the Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board for the International OCD Foundation and was an advisor to the DSM-5 Workgroup on Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. He and his colleagues developed the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for Hoarding Disorder. His work has garnered attention from local and national media - ABC, CNN, MSNBC, New York Times, Time Magazine, National Public Radio, BBC News.

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About Dr. Sanjaya Saxena

Focus areas

Anxiety Disorder
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy
Panic Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Hoarding Disorder
Social Anxiety
Body-Focused Repetitive Behavior (BFRB)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Exposure Response Prevention

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Sanjaya Saxena

Dr. Saxena is an internationally known, board-certified psychiatrist who specializes in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Hoarding Disorder, OC-Related Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders. He is the Director of Clinical and Research Affairs for the International OCD Foundation. His clinical practice is the San Diego Center for Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. He is also Clinical Professor, UC San Diego Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Saxena is a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and a Fellow of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology. Dr. Saxena was elected into Best Doctors in America every year 2005-2020, and elected into Castle Connelly’s and US News & World Report’s America’s Top Doctors every year 2008-2021. Dr. Saxena previously served as Director of the UCLA OCD Research Program and Associate Director of the UCLA Anxiety Disorders Program, then as Director of the UC San Diego OCD Program and Director of UCSD Outpatient Psychiatric Services. He continues to be heavily involved in teaching psychiatric residents and therapist trainees, and has won multiple teaching awards. He is also active in community education. Dr. Saxena also served as the psychiatric consultant for the motion picture, “As Good As It Gets” (Sony Pictures, 1997), in which the lead character, played by Jack Nicholson, suffered from OCD. Dr. Saxena's research has focused on the neurobiology and treatment of OCD, Hoarding Disorder, and related disorders. He has authored or co-authored over 80 scientific articles and book chapters. Dr. Saxena serves on the Scientific and Clinical Advisory Board for the International OCD Foundation and was an advisor to the DSM-5 Workgroup on Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. He and his colleagues developed the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for Hoarding Disorder. His work has garnered attention from local and national media - ABC, CNN, MSNBC, New York Times, Time Magazine, National Public Radio, BBC News.

In-network insurances

Dr. Sanjaya Saxena is not in-network with any insurances

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $850 for 90 minutes
Ongoing session: $350 for 25 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Anxiety Disorder
    Body Dysmorphic Disorder
    Depression
    Hoarding Disorder
    New Patient Visit
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Sleep Problems
    Therapy
    Anxiety Disorder
    Body Dysmorphic Disorder
    Depression
    Hoarding Disorder

    Office location

    Dr. Sanjaya Saxena, MD also offers online video visits for patients
    San Diego Center for OCD and Related Disorders
    16880 W Bernardo Dr, Suite 160, San Diego, CA 92127
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    (619) 743-4190

    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 Minnesota, Doctor of Medicine
    • University of California, Los Angeles, Residency in Psychiatry

    Professional memberships

    • American Psychiatric Association
    • American College of Neuropsychopharmacology

    NPI number

    1225054596

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    Dr. Sanjaya Saxena has 2 office locations in San Diego, view full addresses on Dr. Saxena's profile.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sanjaya Saxena have?

    Dr. Sanjaya Saxena is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

    What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sanjaya Saxena?

    Dr. Sanjaya Saxena frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sanjaya Saxena on their profile.

    What languages does Dr. Sanjaya Saxena speak?

    Dr. Sanjaya Saxena speaks English.

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