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Robert Fischer, MD, Psychiatry, Santa Barbara, CA

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Psychiatry Santa Barbara, CA

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychopharmacology

Private Practice helping families navigate and heal their child/teen/young adult's emotional and behavioral challenges

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  • Office

    16 East Pedregosa Street
    Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    Phone+1 805-222-0277
    Fax+1 805-845-0600

Summary

  • With 30 years’ experience, Dr. Fischer employs psychotherapy with a lighter, more playful approach supporting clients, ages 5-25, who are struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bullying, acting out, trauma, isolation, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, OCD, Asperger’s, self-harm, chronic relapse, behavioral issues, difficulties at home/school or medication management. Dr. Fischer also conducts Medication Assessments to determine if medications may support progress towards:
    • Identifying and mastering feelings and emotions in a safe way.
    • Finding balance between achieving goals and sense of happiness.
    • Establishing mutual and healthy relationships with peers and adults.
    • Creating feelings of self-worth, a sense of hope, and optimism about the future.
    Visit https://www.robertfischermd.com to sign up for a Free 20-minute consultation to determine if Dr. Fischer is the right psychiatrist to work with your child.

Education & Training

  • University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Center (USC/LA General)
    University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Center (USC/LA General)Residency, Psychiatry, 1974 - 1975
  • University of Southern California/LACUSC Medical Center
    University of Southern California/LACUSC Medical CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 1973 - 1974
  • University of Louisville School of Medicine
    University of Louisville School of MedicineClass of 1973

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License Active through 2021
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1974 - 2021
  • HI State Medical License
    HI State Medical License 1992 - 1996

Professional Memberships