Our TMS BrainsWay accelerated treatment with Acacia was not successful and only created extreme…read moreirritability and more depression. In our case, Gut dysbiosis was diagnosed shortly after with another provider. BrainsWay's website discusses the importance of a healthy gut-brain axis https://www.brainsway.com/knowledge-center/gut-health-and-depression/. Acacia should know better to screen out patients with chronic intestinal distress. Instead, we wasted money and time being treated for a symptom and not a root cause. The 2 stars are for the staff who were friendly and supportive.

6 months post TMS and I still hate being alive. My life briefly got better for about 40 days but…read morenow it's currently as bad as it has ever been. It's all placebo effect. It will not change how you view the world. Make sure you ask a lot of questions before wasting your money

I found the doctor to be very professional and focused on addressing my health questions in detail…read more They explained each step of the care approach and made sure I knew what to expect going forward. The support team was welcoming and kept things running on time which made the visit stress free.

From the owner: Hello! My name is Dr. Cheri Wu, and I am board-certified in Adult Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent…read morePsychiatry. I have top-notch medical training, graduating from Stanford for Adult Psychiatry Residency and Child Psychiatry Fellowship. As a younger provider, I connect well with children, teens, and young adults and have the most up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the latest psychiatric treatments. I have the most hands-on training and expertise working with children and teens dealing with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I can provide medication management as well as individual therapy, depending on your needs. With my private practice, I am able to spend time getting to know you better and guiding you on a path toward your treatment goals. I am currently accepting new patients in California. I am able to provide you with high quality care from the comfort of your home, all via telehealth. Please note that I do not have an in-person office for my private practice. I am also out-of-network with insurance carriers. Please see my website for more details including rates and how to book an intake.

This place is very big and clean. The doctor is knowledgeable and friendly. Recommend Dr. Suzanna…read moreto all my friends.

I have had the pleasure knowing Dr Quach for over ten years. He is without hesitation one of the…read morebest psychiatrists I have ever met. His quick mind and depth of knowledge is always refreshing. Working alongside him in several clinical environments I can attest to his compassion and commitment to his patients. He has the great quality of being down to earth and easy to talk while also able to observe and listen for what patients are trying communicate on every level.

I have had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Quach for a few years now. I have worked with numerous…read morepsychiatrists over the years but Dr. Quach is by far one of the best. Walking into a new doctor's office can be at best uncomfortable and at worst scary, but the kindness Dr. Quach shows really puts you at ease as soon as you walk into the office. The compassion and care he provides to each and every individual is something that I have not seen before. He takes his time to engage with you and really puts in the effort to understand what you need, and more importantly what you want. He truely listens to each individual and tries to incorporate their wishes into his treatment plan. He makes you feel like what you want in your treatment matters, and that your input is valued. Dr. Quach also takes his time to explain each medication that he is proscribing, including the possible side effects, risks, and benefits so that you feel informed and empowered in your treatment. I would recommend Dr. Quach to anyone, and encourage anyone who has the opportunity to work with Dr. Quach as your Psychiatrist to take it!!

Dr Grossi saved my life in 2009, after dozens of medications were tried, we went with a different…read moreapproach.. Needless to say, my gratitude for him, and the awesome office assistant are profound.

Dr. Grossi is a compassionate and empathetic doctor who REALLY listens and is kind. My husband and…read moreI are both his patients, and we both highly recommend him.

Dr. Raghavan is an incredible psychiatrist. She is very soft spoken and great listener. She's been…read moreseeing my daughter for about one year. My daughter had a very taugh time last year with bullies, and Dr. Raghavan knew exactly what to do and how to speak to her. I highly recommend her!

Dr. Raghavan is the best. She has helped me the thick and thin. There aren't enough words for me to…read morethank her. She has helped me when I've been extremely depressed, and worked with me until I was me again. She has a soft demeanor and is a gentle person. I would definitely recommend anyone who is seeking for mental health issues.

Where do I start... I went to see Dr. Zimmeran recommended by my professor after a severe car…read moreaccident. I really needed somebody from the outside to guide me through difficult times as I can not control my mind and body. I always feel hands shaking and nothing in my mind when I turning in driving on the road. I am not sure if Dr. Zimmerman has magic, we just sitting face to face, I feel safety. after that, we talked about that the accident, teaches me how to relax and control breathes when I driving. It did work!!!! Dr. introduce an app to continue treatment. After a couple session, I totally recovered! Thank you, Dr. Zimmerman. you help me go through the shadow!

I referred a couple of auto injury cases to Dr. Zimmerman as I felt they would benefit from his…read moreadvice to cope with their PTSD. All of them gave me great feedback-his care is accessible, affordable, most importantly, EXTREMELY effective! Dr. Zimmerman is well respected by patients and peers as well. He is also widely published and highly sought after. I'd recommend my patients to see him whenever applicable.

When I decided to go to therapy, I approached it with a healthy dose of skepticism. I was ready to…read morewalk away from it before I even started. That was my fear talking, because living in what I knew was less scary than walking away from the pain. I fought my therapist every step of the way, because I couldn't believe that there was something else on the other side, or that I was worthy of it. For years, I felt never good enough and for even longer I felt that I wasn't good. Ten years later, I know that the other side is a real thing. I know that I am good. I know that I am worthy. I know that healing exists and that it is happening a little bit at a time, on my time. All this to say that I am so grateful to God for never leaving my side, especially during the darkest periods of my life. Thankful to God for helping me stumble into the doors of Bay Area Mental Health because I know that was when He carried me in. Thankful to God, for always sending someone to me as an extension of His love and compassion, when I couldn't have it for myself. Through my healing, I am more able to be present and closer to wholeness. And I am so grateful. I am truly blessed. I have more moments where I can experience joy and am better able to navigate the hard things. Please know that healing is real and that you deserve it. That every journey is different and happens when it is supposed to. And that there are people ready and willing to support you. And that asking for help doesn't mean you're weak, it's actually an act of courage. The first step is always the hardest, but your wholeness and healing are worth it. Thank you, Linnea for your kindness, compassion, and deep empathy. The work that you and your team does saves lives. I know firsthand because it saved mine.

Being new to therapy I've had to try out a few before finding one I felt comfortable with. It's…read morehelpful beyond words to have learned some coping tools for anxiety and also gain perspective. If you're looking, this is a good place to try.

TL;DR: I called to inquire about his services and rates, and…read moreasked about paying out of pocket since he doesn't take Medi-Cal. Instead of simply saying no, he falsely claimed it's "by law" that Medi-Cal patients can't pay for any healthcare service out of pocket--and then said, "You're too poor to pay, basically." He later changed his story publicly and took no accountability. Based on my experience, he's misinformed, unprofessional, and lacks the compassion you'd expect from a psychiatrist. Addressing Dr. T's Misleading Response: After reading his response below, I still believe this psychiatrist is unknowledgeable, judgmental, and lacks the compassion expected from someone in his profession. He also seems unwilling to take constructive feedback, which only reinforces my concerns. Instead of addressing the actual issues I raised, he tried to frame the situation as if I were simply upset about being refused service. That was never the problem. I would not trust him to help anyone feel mentally better, and here's why: 1. I would've gladly taken my business elsewhere if he had said something like, "I don't accept Medi-Cal patients, even if they choose to pay out of pocket, because I'm not fully familiar with the policies." But that's not what happened. Instead, he confidently told me it's "by law" that Medi-Cal patients are not allowed to pay out of pocket for all healthcare services. When I asked why, his response was: "You're too poor to pay, basically." It's hard not to believe he only changed his tone after I brought this to a public forum. 2. In his reply, he now claims the law is in place to "protect Medi-Cal beneficiaries from being exploited." But on the phone, he didn't mention protection or legal nuance--just an offensive and dismissive remark. That's not protection. That's prejudice. From my understanding, "protection from exploitation" means that if a healthcare service is already covered by Medi-Cal, a provider isn't allowed to charge the patient cash for that service instead of billing Medi-Cal. In those cases, it's the provider who could get into trouble -- not the patient. However, if a provider does not accept Medi-Cal at all, and the patient chooses to pay out of pocket, there is no law that automatically prohibits the patient from paying for healthcare services themselves. Therefore, what I was told -- that it's "by law" illegal for Medi-Cal patients to self-pay for any service -- was misleading and inaccurate. 3. If such a law truly existed--that Medi-Cal patients are prohibited from paying out of pocket for all healthcare services--there would be widespread protests and legal challenges. Especially in California, where 38% of residents (approximately 14.9 million people) are enrolled in Medi-Cal, according to the California Health Care Foundation . You don't just quietly pass a law that blocks over a third of the state's population from accessing healthcare freely. 4. As someone who's paid out of pocket for dental work, X-rays or even orthodontics at clinics that don't accept Medi-Cal, I know firsthand that self-pay is not prohibited--unless the provider chooses to deny it. What I experienced wasn't a legal restriction. It was his personal choice, presented with misinformation and judgment. 5. While Medi-Cal does serve low-income individuals, it also includes seniors, people with disabilities, and others with complex medical needs. His blanket assumption based solely on my insurance status--and the comment that followed--was not only unprofessional, but discriminatory. 6. He blames his small practice and lack of legal resources for not understanding Medi-Cal's policies. But let's be real--many small clinics operate just fine with one or two medical assistants. He doesn't need a legal department. He just needs one knowledgeable MA to help with basic inquiries, or a better understanding of the system himself. I've seen small offices in tight shared spaces still manage to hire support staff and treat people with dignity. 7. He also claimed I was frustrated simply because he refused service. That's not true. I called to inquire about his services and rates--which he never answered. After our conversation, it was clear to both of us that it wasn't a good fit. And that would've been totally fine--if the interaction had been respectful. Instead, I was met with inaccurate information and an offensive response that made the entire experience unnecessarily negative. 8. Most people would agree that telling someone, "You're too poor to pay," is incredibly offensive--especially coming from a psychiatrist. This wasn't just about service refusal. It was about how I was spoken to and the misinformation I was given, both of which I believe reflect serious issues in how this doctor treats potential patients.

I had been seeing Dr. Thai about 3-4 years. I was seeing another psychiatrist prior to that and he…read moredecided to not see clients who had insurance but wanted to have cash up front. Best thing that could have happened to me because I ended up seeing Dr. Thai. He was immensely helpful with a kind demeanor. He is soft-spoken and was able to make some revisions in my medical treatment that were very helpful. The only reason I had to stop seeing Dr. Thai is the forced change of insurance I had to endure. If it not for that, I would continue to see him. You can't go wrong with Dr. Thai.

My overall experience with Brain Wellness Center was outstanding. It works! It actually, amazingly…read moreworks! I feel so incredibly blessed to have found Brain Wellness Center and have them help me with my life long struggle with Depression and Anxiety. I've have been on this journey for 28 years and felt like I've tried almost everything. Brain Wellness Center is the only thing that has brought a measurable amount of relief with the exception of a very intensive 3 year meditation program. With Brain Wellness Center, I felt relief within 3 weeks! I couldn't believe it. I became less anxious and less depressed. It's like I'm looking at life now with rose colored glasses. I never thought this would be possible. I'm even way less irritable before that time of the month and have less PMS symptoms overall. They should add that to their marketing. To be clear, my problems or memories did not disappeared. It's so odd but I just don't get as anxious and it's way easier for me to think positively about things. It's like magic. I just feel so incredibly thankful to have had this opportunity to find something that actually works! And I can't say enough good things about the entire process and staff at Brain Wellness Center. From day one they made the process exceptionally smooth and seamless. They worked directly with my insurance and communications were always prompt and easy. The treatments are highly customized to each patient. They informed me about the process every step of the way so there were never any surprises. The office staff in San Jose, Ana and Christian, are such a pleasure to work with and be around, I felt like they were becoming my second family. Plus they both worked hard to make things super comfortable and friendly. Ana and Christian both deserve a raise for how hard they work every day. They have both been in this business for a very long time and that level of experience and expertise is priceless! The doctors at Brain Wellness Center are wonderful to work with as well. They are kind and friendly and truly seem to care about the patients. I honestly can't say enough good things about Brain Wellness Center and how amazing my experience was and how grateful I am. I would definitely recommend them to anyone and I have already been telling every one about my experience. How easy and pain free the whole process was for me. It's been three weeks now since I stopped my treatments and I still feel so incredible. Don't hesitate to give them a call to see if they can help you too. Good luck.

My son with autism and severe OCD finished our sessions. We are seeing some encouraging signs and…read morehappy that we went through the therapy. Chris and Anna at the San Jose office were awesome. They were very caring and accommodating to Isaac's needs. Isaac really enjoyed coming here. Overall very positive experience!! Thanks!