Welcome and I’m glad you found me.

My name is Dr. Matthew Paley and I am a licensed psychiatrist. I serve patients in the San Francisco Bay Area and across the entire state of California and Texas by virtual appointment.

I have a deep passion for serving those with psychiatric needs. Whether your symptoms are mild to severe, I look forward to working with you to develop a personalized treatment plan to get you back to living the life you deserve. 

In addition to my expertise in medication management and psychopharmacology, I am also trained in various modalities of psychotherapy. While psychiatric medications absolutely have a place for many patients, I believe they shouldn't be the only tool to address your concerns. The human psyche and mental illness is extraordinarily complex. With my background in both psychodynamic as well as cognitive behavioral therapies, I will help you develop a better understanding of yourself and your symptoms.

With an appreciation for integrative medicine and a holistic approach to patient care, I look forward to treating your mental health needs in a comprehensive and compassionate way. 

In addition to my private practice, I serve as director of psychiatric services to Heartwood Detox in San Rafael, CA. I also serve as a consulting psychiatrist to Recovery Without Walls in Mill Valley, CA. Finally, I take care of the most severely mentally ill patients at John George Psychiatric Hospital in San Leandro, CA. I have active medical licenses in the states of California and Texas. 

I attended medical school at Touro University and completed my psychiatry residency training at The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School. During my training, I served as chief resident of the emergency psychiatric department.