Psychiatrist in
San Diego, California,
Joy Kennedy, MD
Provider Type: Psychiatrist
Manages Medications: Yes
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 0-64
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Joy Kennedy, MD
Joy Kennedy, MD is a Board-Certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist in California who has been practicing since 2006. She received her Bachelor of Science from The University of Texas at Austin. She then completed her medical degree, general psychiatry residency, and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship training at The University of Texas-Southwestern Medical Center.
Dr. Kennedy offers a comprehensive treatment approach to both individual and family problems. She integrates psychotherapy and medications when necessary, and strongly believes in tailoring the treatment plan to fit the unique needs of each client. She has special interests in working with military families, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders.
In her spare time, Dr. Kennedy enjoys spending time with her husband and children, hiking with her beloved dog, and traveling.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood Behavior Issues
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Gender Identity
- Midlife Transitions
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
- Psychosis/Schizophrenia
- PTSD/Trauma
- School Avoidance
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
- Somatoform Disorders
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Shield of CA
- Cigna
- HMC Health Works
- Magellan
- MHN
- Optum
- Scripps Health Plan
- Sharp
Populations
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- LGBTQ+
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Languages
- English
Locations
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Joy Kennedy. You can also call 858-279-1223 to have someone assist you.
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 Joy Kennedy:
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Shield of CA
- Cigna
- HMC Health Works
- Magellan
- MHN
- Optum
- Scripps Health Plan
- Sharp
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 858-279-1223 to see how we can help.
Yes, Joy Kennedy is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Joy Kennedy works at:
Yes, Joy Kennedy does offer both Telehealth and In-office visits.
Yes, Joy Kennedy is currently offering In-office visits.