Since 1985, the Center for Occupational Psychiatry, Inc. has been offering quality patient care and independent consultations. Approximately 50% of our forensic medical evaluations are conducted on an agreed basis. Our doctors are experienced and thorough, and many maintain faculty and fellowship associations with the University of California, San Francisco medical school.

Conveniently located in the Civic Center area of San Francisco, The Center is easily accessible by public transportation and automobiles alike.

What is Occupational Psychiatry? Occupational Psychiatry is at the interface of two areas of specialization in medicine: psychiatry and occupational medicine. Both fields have long histories. Traditionally, psychiatrists have sought to better understand human behavior, emotions and thought processes in an effort to help the individual patient better adapt to his or her world. The occupational health practitioner has put primary emphasis on studying the workplace as an environment and the types of clinical problems found in particular industries. Occupational Psychiatry is an amalgam of these two fields of study. Clinicians in this interdisciplinary sphere have an interest and commitment to understanding work, career and profession as integral parts of a healthy life. This knowledge is applied to improving the emotional well-being of individuals feeling troubled by their jobs. Work itself cannot be studied in isolation of family, community and society. Medical models alone have their limitations in the investigation of factors related to health. For these reasons psychiatry and medicine must turn to psychology, public health, the social sciences, philosophy, the arts and business to explore the concept of the self in a modern day work setting. This concept is not static but evolving. The work environment of the twentieth century is being rapidly replaced. Yet, the need to find meaning in this very fundamental area of our existence is ever-present. The desire to produce, be of service and create value is necessary in maintaining our health. Expanding our knowledge of the meaning of work and helping others to find it in their lives is what we as Occupational Mental Health professionals are all about.

CENTER INFORMATION Appointment Guide Have an appointment at The Center? Check out this section for helpful information. Directions Contains directions on how to get to the Center via both public and private transportation. Services & Fees Describes the different services available and their fees, ranging from state disability evaluations to private psychiatric visits. Doctor Profiles Profiles of the Center's doctors, including a biographical sketch and curriculum vitae. Documents This portion of the Center's website contains documents such as articles relating to occupational psychiatry and the medical-legal field. Upcoming Events Learn about upcoming events.   Relevant References Pertinent literature on mental health issues.