Dr. Jawad Arif, MD – Board-Certified Psychiatrist

About Dr. Jawad Arif

Dr. Jawad Arif is a board-certified psychiatrist providing comprehensive mental health care in Sacramento and through secure telepsychiatry services across California.

He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex psychiatric conditions in adults, children, and adolescents. His care approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and focused on long-term recovery and emotional well-being.


Education and Training

  • Medical Degree: Sindh Medical College, Pakistan
  • Psychiatry Residency: West Virginia University, Charleston
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship: University of Connecticut

Dr. Arif has received advanced training in both adult and child psychiatry, enabling him to treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions across all age groups.


Board Certification

Dr. Jawad Arif is board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).

This certification reflects his expertise, clinical training, and commitment to maintaining high standards of psychiatric care.


Professional Experience

Dr. Arif has extensive experience working in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, including emergency psychiatric care.

He has previously worked at:

  • Danbury Hospital
  • Institute of Living, Hartford Hospital (Connecticut)

He currently serves in leadership and clinical roles at Sutter Center for Psychiatry in Sacramento.


Clinical Specialties

Dr. Arif provides treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions, including:

  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression and mood disorders
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • ADHD (children and adolescents)
  • Trauma-related conditions
  • Medication management
  • Telepsychiatry consultations

Treatment Approach

Dr. Arif follows a patient-centered, evidence-based approach.

“My focus is to understand each patient’s unique challenges and create a personalized treatment plan that supports long-term mental wellness.”


Appointments

Dr. Arif offers:

  • In-person psychiatric consultations in Sacramento
  • Secure telepsychiatry services across California

Related Treatments

Patients under Dr. Arif’s care may also access:

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What conditions does Dr. Arif treat?

Dr. Arif treats anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, and trauma-related psychiatric conditions.


2. Does Dr. Arif offer online psychiatric care?

Yes, Dr. Arif provides secure telepsychiatry services for patients across California.


3. What is Dr. Arif’s treatment philosophy?

He uses a patient-centered, evidence-based approach focusing on individualized treatment and long-term mental wellness.

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