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    Dr. Ellen A. Machikawa

    Dr. Ellen A. Machikawa, MD

    Board-Certified Psychiatrist | 20+ Years Experience
    Geriatric PsychiatryDepression & AnxietyChronic Mental IllnessDementiaSubstance Abuse

    What Patients Say

    — SavantCare Patient
    Dr Ellen Machikawa is patient, caring and listens to her patients. I don't feel as though I'm pressured for time and being judged during my appointment. She respects and values my appointment time with her. Good bedside manners. She prescribes cautiously new medications accordingly to the patients diagnosis and needs. I feel comfortable talking with her during my appointment. Her staff is awesome! I'm blessed to have Dr Ellen Machikawa and her team under her care.
    — SavantCare Patient
    Dr. Machikawa is approachable, professional, respectful, understanding & takes the time to carefully listen to your concerns. I have only great things to say about her & her treatment approach. I would highly recommend her! I am so glad & relieved to finally be able to collaborate with a relatable psychiatrist to improve my mental health. Thanks Dr. Machikawa!!!!!
    — SavantCare Patient
    What I like about Dr. Machikawa is that she asks a lot of questions. Yes or no ones when she sees I may be getting overwhelmed.
    — SavantCare Patient
    Dr. Machikawa always listens, answers my questions, and makes me feel heard.
    — SavantCare Patient
    Actively listens, ask questions, gives feedback, 100%

    Why Choose Dr. Machikawa?

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    20+ Years Specialized Experience

    Board-certified psychiatrist with extensive training in geriatric psychiatry, mood disorders, and complex mental health conditions.

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    Flexible & Responsive Care

    Offers same-day appointments, telehealth sessions, and direct phone consultations when needed.

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    AI-Enhanced Sessions

    Uses cutting-edge AI note-taking technology to focus 100% attention on you during every appointment.

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    Compassionate Approach

    Creates a safe, judgment-free environment where you can openly discuss your mental health concerns.

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    Comprehensive Treatment

    Combines expert medication management with supportive psychotherapy for holistic care.

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    Insurance & Self-Pay Options

    Accepts most major insurance plans plus transparent self-pay rates for uninsured patients.

    About Dr. Machikawa

    Dr. Ellen A. Machikawa is a compassionate, board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience helping adults overcome complex mental health challenges. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and OCD with a focus on evidence-based care and personalized treatment approaches.

    Dr. Machikawa is dedicated to creating a safe, judgment-free space where patients can feel comfortable discussing their concerns and working towards their mental health goals. She combines expert medication management with supportive psychotherapy to help her patients thrive.

    Patient-Centered Approach: "I admire your courage in taking this step. As a board-certified psychiatrist, I offer a safe, judgment-free space to address your needs through expert medication management and supportive psychotherapy."

    Conditions Treated

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    Depression
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    Anxiety Disorders
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    Bipolar Disorder
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    ADHD
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    PTSD & Trauma
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    Panic Disorder
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    Personality Disorders
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    Geriatric Mental Health

    Education & Training

    Doctor of Medicine (MD)
    Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California
    1995
    Psychiatry Residency Training
    Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
    Internship
    Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
    Bachelor of Arts in English and Diversified Liberal Arts
    University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
    1986

    More Patient Stories

    — SavantCare Patient
    Excellent.
    — SavantCare Patient
    Very good doctor
    — SavantCare Patient
    Actively listens, ask questions, provides feedback, caring