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Sadhana Nayak-Young, Psychiatrist

Sadhana Nayak-Young, MD, Psychiatrist in Beverly Hills, California

Specialties:
Anxiety Panic attacks Parenting School avoidance Stress management +70
Ages Served
0-64
Manages Medications
Yes
Accepts Insurance

About Sadhana Nayak-Young (She/Her)

Dr Nayak-Young’s biggest strength is her ability to forge genuine connections with her patients and deeply understand each individual in the context of their current life and past experiences. She enjoys partnering with patients who are interested in self-awareness, personal growth, and holistic approaches to mental health.

After a thorough evaluation, she shares her feedback about identified problem areas and recommends the best treatment plan to create change and help each patient feel their best. She excels in explaining medication actions and side effects in a clear and understandable manner. She is conservative in her use of medications, especially in younger patients. Psychotherapy is a significant component of her practice–she utilizes psychotherapy approaches with every patient, and has many weekly therapy patients (though unfortunately, limited availability to take on new psychotherapy patients).

She graduated summa cum laude from Harvard University in three years with a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and won full merit scholarships to attend University of Cambridge (Master’s degree in Molecular Biology) and University of Michigan (Medical doctorate). She completed her general psychiatry residency at UCLA-Semel Institute and her child and adolescent fellowship at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr Nayak-Young is double board-certified in Child and Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • Anxiety
  • Panic attacks
  • Parenting
  • School avoidance
  • Stress management
  • Ability status
  • ADHD
  • Adoption & foster care
  • Anger issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Attention & focus
  • Autism: generally independent
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Brain/head injuries (TBI)
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Caregiving
  • Childhood behavioral issues
  • Conditions caused by stress
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • End-of-life challenges
  • Ethnic identity
  • Family conflict
  • Fertility
  • First responder stress
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • Gambling
  • Gender identity
  • General relationship issues
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Hoarding
  • Immigration/cultural status
  • Intellectual challenges: generally independent
  • Intense mood changes
  • Learning challenges
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Military & veteran
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Other addictive behaviors
  • Other neurological conditions
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • Phobias
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Pornography/sexual behaviors
  • Post-partum depression & anxiety
  • Pre-conception
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy loss
  • Premarital counseling
  • Racial identity
  • School behavioral issues
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sex & intimacy issues
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Social injustice
  • Social skills & communication
  • Stress from ongoing health issues
  • Stroke-related conditions
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits
  • Video game/internet

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of Michigan- Ann Arbor
  • Harvard University

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I cannot recommend Dr. Nayak-Young highly enough. She is an exceptional listener who approaches each appointment with genuine attentiveness and care. What truly sets her apart is her remarkable ability to remember even the smallest details, creating a sense of continuity and trust that is rare to find. Her insights are not only thoughtful but also practical, offering clear and manageable ways to lighten what can often feel like an overwhelming mental load. I consistently leave our sessions feeling supported, understood, and better equipped to move forward. I confidently recommend Dr. Nayak-Young to anyone seeking thoughtful and effective care.
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LH

Mar 18, 2026
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My son and I have worked with Dr. Nayak-Young for several years now. I feel so fortunate to have found her when I was looking for a psychiatrist for my son. My son was in the midst of puberty, and I was dealing with school refusal and other issues. If it wasn't for Dr. Nayak-Young's wisdom, practical suggestions, and expertise, I don't think I would have survived through this period in my life. She has provided my family and me hope and a peace of mind that has been invaluable, and we are forever grateful.
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C H.

C H.

Aug 11, 2026
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Great experience! I have been seeing Dr. Nayak-Young for couple years now and can’t stress enough the progress I have made. She helps me work through some difficult issues and is such a great listener. I really appreciate her insights and showing me a different way of looking at an issue or a problem.
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Catherine Albina H.

Dec 07, 2024
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Great experience! I have been seeing Dr. Nayak-Young for couple years now and can’t stress enough the progress I have made. She helps me work through some difficult issues and is such a great listener. I really appreciate her insights and showing me a different way of looking at an issue or a problem.
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Albina T.

Dec 07, 2024
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Great experience! I have been seeing Dr. Nayak-Young for couple years now and can’t stress enough the progress I have made. She helps me work through some difficult issues and is such a great listener. I really appreciate her insights and showing me a different way of looking at an issue or a problem.
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Dec 07, 2024
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The several years I’ve worked with Sadhana has helped bring predictable and gentle breezes to otherwise stormy seas:) Why battle nature’s oceans when you can be sailing?!?
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Sadhana Nayak-Young, Psychiatrist in Beverly Hills, California

Sadhana Nayak-Young

Psychiatrist in Beverly Hills, California

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