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Dr. Stephen Sternbach, MD

Dr. Stephen Sternbach, MD

Psychiatrist
1105 Massachusetts Ave, Suite 1-C, Cambridge, MA
4.76
“Great listener. Cares about overall mental health verse simply whipping out the prescription pad. K Highly recommended!”
Fairalee C.October 20, 2020
Excellent wait time
98% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.76

Average wait time

4.78

Bedside manner

4.75
“Great listener. Cares about overall mental health verse simply whipping out the prescription pad. K Highly recommended!”
Fairalee C.October 20, 2020
“was good experience talking to him. wanted to have face to face experience zoom wasn't doing it for me.”
Initials hiddenAugust 21, 2020

About Dr. Stephen Sternbach

Clientele seen

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

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Stephen Sternbach

**Please note: after scheduling an appointment, Dr. Sternbach will want to schedule a brief phone contact to go over the purposes of the visit. Please leave some times that would be most convenient.** Stephen Sternbach is a bright and dedicated psychiatrist serving patients in Cambridge and Greater Boston, MA. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Sternbach is a member of both the American Psychoanalytic Association and the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. Dr. Sternbach completed his Bachelor's degree at Yale University in New Haven, CT. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia. He completed internships in medicine, neurology, and psychiatry at several hospitals in Greater Boston. Dr. Sternbach also finished a residency in psychiatry at McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA, affiliated with Harvard University. Patients trust Dr. Sternbach to help them manage a number of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and many others. He also offers psychotherapy services and psychiatric medication reviews.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Depression
Depression

Other popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Marriage Counseling
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychotherapy
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Marriage Counseling

Office location

Stephen Sternbach MD
1105 Massachusetts Ave, Suite 1-C, Cambridge, MA 02138
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Cambridge Health Alliance / Cambridge Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Pennsylvania, Doctor of Medicine
  • McLean Hospital, Residency in Psychiatry

Professional memberships

  • American Psychoanalytic Association
  • Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute

NPI number

1538271200

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.76
Wait time
4.78
Bedside manner
4.75
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Great listener. Cares about overall mental health verse simply whipping out the prescription pad. K Highly recommended!
Verified patient
was good experience talking to him. wanted to have face to face experience zoom wasn't doing it for me.
Dr. Sternbach was attentive, compassionate and honest. I highly recommend him as a doctor.
He’s such a sweet man. Clearly very caring and willing to listen. I highly recommend
Verified patient
Very knowledgeable and wonderful atmosphere in the office setting.
Great listener who really took the time to dig into my needs.
Verified patient
I felt listened to. His is a calm and compassionate presence.
An extremely attentive and perspicuous practitioner
Great doctor. Was very attentive and helpful.
Excellent.
Very patient and considerate!
Really kind and attentive, definitely recommend.
Verified patient
Dr , is Attentive , knowledgeable and flexible. He has addressed our initial concerns and continues to treat , i have been his patient for over a year
Dr. Sternbach was kind, thoughtful, a good listener, and gave me several options to collaborate with him around for my care versus dictating.
Very professional
Sternbach was very professional and helpful. I got lost and ran late and he called me and helped me navigate to his office building.
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Dr. Stephen Sternbach is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance / Cambridge Hospital.

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Where is Dr. Stephen Sternbach's office located?

Dr. Stephen Sternbach's office is located at 1105 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Sternbach have?

Dr. Stephen Sternbach is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Stephen Sternbach?

Dr. Stephen Sternbach frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Stephen Sternbach on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Stephen Sternbach speak?

Dr. Stephen Sternbach speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Stephen Sternbach in reviews?

72 patients have reviewed Dr. Stephen Sternbach. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.76/5. They have a 4.75/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.78/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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