Psychiatrist in
Lexington, Massachusetts,
Howard Hernandez, MD
Provider Type: Psychiatrist
Manages Medications: Yes
Provider Gender: Male
Serving: 11-65+
Howard Hernandez, MD
Dr. Hernandez provides psychiatric and psychopharmacological (medical) consult, assessment, and treatment of individuals with ages 3 years to 30 years. He has a family systems and strength-based approach to treatment. He also provides psychiatric consults whether medication is indicated, can be helpful, or not advised.
All new patients must be currently receiving regular psychotherapy unless deemed otherwise. If a patient is wishing to obtain psychotherapy, they may request such services at LifeStance Health at the same time. Telehealth option would be possible if deemed clinically appropriate.
His clinical interests include positive psychology, anxiety and mood disorders, attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADD/ADHD), post-traumatic stress, psychosis, personality disorders, LGBTQI2-S and minority populations health; relationship difficulties; cultural psychiatry and child behavioral issues and collaborating with systems of care for the patient and family.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- PTSD/Trauma
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- BCBS
- Cigna
- Medicare
- Optum
- Tufts
Languages
- English
Locations
FAQs
Please call us at 617-405-5735 to schedule an appointment with Howard Hernandez.
Howard Hernandez generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 617-405-5735 to find out Howard Hernandez's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Howard Hernandez:
- Aetna
- BCBS
- Cigna
- Medicare
- Optum
- Tufts
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 617-405-5735 to see how we can help.
Yes, Howard Hernandez is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Howard Hernandez works at:
Howard Hernandez only offers in-office visits at this time. To find a provider in your area that offers telehealth visits, please call us at 617-405-5735 or search our provider directory.