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Lance Steinberg
Psychiatrist
Dr. Lance Steinberg is a psychiatrist practicing in Calabasas, CA. Dr. Steinberg is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Steinberg diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Steinberg may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Steinberg treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
43 years
Experience
Lance Steinberg
- Calabasas, CA
- Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
- Accepting new patients
Diagnosis Demystified | Benefits of Play Therapy | Lance Steinberg, MD
The Importance of Play Therapy: Play therapy is a structured and theoretical approach that harnesses the natural communicative and learning processes of children. Child psychologists...
Health in Focus Series | Understanding OCD | Lance Steinberg, MD
Understanding OCD: A Guide to Obsessive-Compulsive DisorderObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It's characterized...
Patient Education Series | Recognizing Trauma in Children and Adults | Lance Steinberg, MD
Recognizing Trauma in Children and AdultsTrauma can have a profound impact on individuals, affecting their emotional well-being and overall quality of life. Recognizing signs...
Spotlight Video | What is ADHD? | Lance Steinberg, MD
Lance Steinberg, MD is an Established Child & Adult Psychopharmacology Specialist And Psychiatrist at His Private Practice in Calabasas, Encino, and Valencia, CA. Dr. Lance...
Can depression affect your work ethic?
Generally, ethics are very deeply ingrained beliefs. Depression can affect one’s ability to work efficiently and effectively. Depression can give one feelings of being overwhelmed, READ MORE
Generally, ethics are very deeply ingrained beliefs. Depression can affect one’s ability to work efficiently and effectively. Depression can give one feelings of being overwhelmed, disheartened, as well as disillusioned and demoralized. Would certainly talk to your psychiatrist about this.
Wishing you only the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Wishing you only the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Do many psychopaths have disordered personalities?
Although it greatly depends on your specific definition of psychopath, the Lay’s public definition really involves individuals that are able to say and do anything for their own READ MORE
Although it greatly depends on your specific definition of psychopath, the Lay’s public definition really involves individuals that are able to say and do anything for their own personal goals and gains, without any remorse. Thus, you may have a wolf in sheep‘s clothing. Most people believe there is no easy way to rapidly identify an individual with this difficulty. Usually due diligence in researching the individual very very thoroughly helps solidify the diagnosis. When in doubt, would urge one to back out, and reassess in a very objective sense.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Do I need to gradually stop taking medication?
So very glad you asked! Very, very important that you do everything in a gradual manner. It’ll help you be far more comfortable as the medication is being lowered. Would certainly READ MORE
So very glad you asked! Very, very important that you do everything in a gradual manner. It’ll help you be far more comfortable as the medication is being lowered. Would certainly ask your doctor about how slow to go. Also, if some of the initial issues seem to arise once again, one can take care of it immediately.
Wishing you all the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Wishing you all the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Anxiety over covid?
I am not sure what you mean by ZAPAIN. Propranolol and citalopram do not go well together because of cardiac side effects. You truly need to see a psychopharmacologist. You would READ MORE
I am not sure what you mean by ZAPAIN. Propranolol and citalopram do not go well together because of cardiac side effects. You truly need to see a psychopharmacologist. You would greatly benefit from some therapy because of your continued pain.
Wishing you only the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Wishing you only the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
What are some solutions for drug addiction?
That’s an excellent question! There are a multitude of ways you can help your friend with drug addiction. The most important thing is for you to be supportive. Everybody responds READ MORE
That’s an excellent question! There are a multitude of ways you can help your friend with drug addiction. The most important thing is for you to be supportive. Everybody responds differently to 12 step programs, medication management, therapy, etc. Would probably be best if you just helped your friend by taking her/him to a consultation with an addiction medicine doctor or an addiction psychiatrist. This could introduce him or her to what might be most aligned with your friends wishes, in addition to the most effective approach based on the specific situation.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Which antidepressants help with sleep?
The most well-known medications that aid with sleep include Remeron, trazodone, and Silenor. (Would first suggest the use of cognitive behavioral therapy that is specifically aimed READ MORE
The most well-known medications that aid with sleep include Remeron, trazodone, and Silenor. (Would first suggest the use of cognitive behavioral therapy that is specifically aimed at insomnia). These medications are helpful and non-addicting, but I always suggest getting an EKG prior to usage, and medically verifying that everything goes well with the medication that you are taking, including the vitamins and supplements, as well as your overall physiology.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Should antidepressants cause weight gain?
Very brilliant question! Weight gain is associated with the use of some anti-depressants, but not with others. Would strongly recommend discussing your concerns with a psychiatrist. READ MORE
Very brilliant question! Weight gain is associated with the use of some anti-depressants, but not with others. Would strongly recommend discussing your concerns with a psychiatrist. There are certain medication‘s that are especially known for weight loss and weight neutrality; however, sometimes if people are feeling better on a medicine that may have caused weight gain, there are approaches to decrease the weight that has been gained. Best to speak to your psychiatrist.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
What can I use instead of antidepressants for depression?
Would always start with a very balanced lifestyle including your nutrition, exercise, sleep, friends and family, and fun! Many people would add spirituality, mindfulness, and lots READ MORE
Would always start with a very balanced lifestyle including your nutrition, exercise, sleep, friends and family, and fun! Many people would add spirituality, mindfulness, and lots of positive perspective on the world. Importantly, there are many, many forms of therapy and coaching that are highly, highly effective. Please consider those things. From a supplement perspective, if done very, very carefully under the auspices of a physician, one could always consider things like Saint johns wort; however, we don’t necessarily know what is in the product because it’s not FDA assessed, analyzed, or approved. If you feel things don’t clear up quickly enough, never ever, ever hesitate to talk directly to a professional, like a psychiatrist, to help you understand the depth of your sadness and the need for certain kinds of intervention. I always suggest asking an expert to help out no matter what. If there’s suicidal intention, definitely call the suicide hotline. Wishing you all the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Is it possible to get this fixed?
Lots and lots and lots of hope! Let me first comment that trazodone and Wellbutrin, and trazodone and hydroxyzine, can be worrisome with regards to your EKG so that should be looked READ MORE
Lots and lots and lots of hope! Let me first comment that trazodone and Wellbutrin, and trazodone and hydroxyzine, can be worrisome with regards to your EKG so that should be looked at and potentially changed. It is great that you’re concerned about your skin. The specialists in this type of situation should be consulted: either a dermatologist or potentially a plastic surgeon. Equally important, is your motivation to change this approach to regulating mood issues. Would really encourage you to talk to a therapist or psychiatrist that can help with this. Lots and lots of help, and with anything else in which there’s a habit, there needs to be patients and an appreciation that this is a process.
Wish you all the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Wish you all the best!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
What happens if you mix Wellbutrin with alcohol?
EXTREME risk of seizures that can be life threatening——-don’t do it!!!!!! Please talk to your MD about suitability of this medication for you.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Is it normal to pass out during a panic attack?
It certainly can happen with hyperventilation; however, it would be very important to get a medical examination to rule out any other possible causes of passing out. No matter READ MORE
It certainly can happen with hyperventilation; however, it would be very important to get a medical examination to rule out any other possible causes of passing out. No matter what, there’s lots of help and treatment for you!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Can a forensic psychologist help an at risk youth?
Every specialist has some thing different and important to wear to take care of any given individual. Before engaging this person, decide what your priority might be in the help READ MORE
Every specialist has some thing different and important to wear to take care of any given individual. Before engaging this person, decide what your priority might be in the help for the person and discuss this with the specialist.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
When should you see a doctor for anxiety?
Great question! Anxiety is an experience that may represent both medical issues as well as other situations in one’s body. Would always suggest looking at nutrition, medication, READ MORE
Great question! Anxiety is an experience that may represent both medical issues as well as other situations in one’s body. Would always suggest looking at nutrition, medication, exercise, sleep, and other aspect of one’s life to determine if they may be factors. If it is hard to determine which factors are critical, or hard to treat the specific issues, would discuss with a physician without hesitation.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Is coffee good for depression?
There is some research pointing to moderate amounts of coffee being helpful for depression!
Cheers!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Cheers!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
What happens in the brain during depression?
Very, very brilliant question! We currently assume that there are changes in the neurotransmitters within certain parts of the brain. So when we either help the brain out by talking READ MORE
Very, very brilliant question! We currently assume that there are changes in the neurotransmitters within certain parts of the brain. So when we either help the brain out by talking therapy or by giving medication‘s to specifically help the depression, then the neurotransmitters and the portions of the brain responsible for those Nero transmitters, come back into a healthy balance.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
What helps insomnia anxiety?
Ideally, there are many many non-medication approaches that can help. Cognitive behavioral therapy is particularly effective in lowering anxiety, including regarding sleep. Would READ MORE
Ideally, there are many many non-medication approaches that can help. Cognitive behavioral therapy is particularly effective in lowering anxiety, including regarding sleep. Would greatly encourage a non-medication first. There are many relaxation techniques, self-hypnosis techniques, that are very very effective. Please consult a local therapist or even try certain websites on the Internet that use cognitive behavioral therapy for sleep.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
How do I stop overthinking about my meds?
A very, very successful approach seems to be making it totally mechanical, like brushing your teeth, coming your hair, etc. Alternatively, distracting yourself with something else READ MORE
A very, very successful approach seems to be making it totally mechanical, like brushing your teeth, coming your hair, etc. Alternatively, distracting yourself with something else to focus on, like music, can help.
Hope this works!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Hope this works!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Can depression make you have insomnia?
An excellent observation. Another way to look at insomnia and depression is that insomnia is frequently associated with depression. In fact, it is considered one of the major hallmarks READ MORE
An excellent observation. Another way to look at insomnia and depression is that insomnia is frequently associated with depression. In fact, it is considered one of the major hallmarks of depression, and frequently, cognitive behavioral therapy as well as medication is frequently aimed at insomnia associated with depression.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
I dislike myself for always binge eating?
Your awareness of a behavior that you do not like can greatly help in the incredible power of therapy. It sounds as if there may be some motivation to make a change in the specific READ MORE
Your awareness of a behavior that you do not like can greatly help in the incredible power of therapy. It sounds as if there may be some motivation to make a change in the specific behavior. Great, great, great opportunity to have therapy help!!!!
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
Brain hyperactivity?
Thank you so much for the question. I am not familiar with the use of the term brain hyperactivity. I am wondering if you were given any other terms besides this specific one. READ MORE
Thank you so much for the question. I am not familiar with the use of the term brain hyperactivity. I am wondering if you were given any other terms besides this specific one. I would not want to address your issues without more specific information. Would suggest consulting with a neurologist.
All my best,
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
All my best,
Lance Steinberg MD, Inc.
