Dr. William A.Dickman, MD, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
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Dr. William A.Dickman, MD

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

9 Funston Avenue San Francisco California, 94129

About

Dr. William Dickman is a psychiatrist practicing in San Francisco, California. Dr. Dickman is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Dickman diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Dickman 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. Dickman treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

University of Utah

University of Utah School of Medicine MD 1976

Univ of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut 1976

Board Certification

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology- Adult Psychiatry

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Areas of expertise and specialization

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrytreating child, adolescent, and adult patients, addressing a range of mental health issues including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and depressionCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)OCD, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and depression

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • San Francisco Giants Team Psychiatrist -
  • Local Lectures, Surpervisory Work -

Awards

  • Castle Connolly Top Physicians Award, 14 Years   
  • Who's Who, 2012-2013   
  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 25 consecutive years Year  

Professional Memberships

  • California Medical Association  
  • San Francisco Marin Medical Society  

Fellowships

  • University of California Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 

Internships

  • Yale College of Medicine (Suma cum laude, Phi Betta Kappa)

Professional Society Memberships

  • CMA, SF Marin County Medical Association

Articles and Publications

  • has published an article in the past was a past speaker locally and regionallyHonors/Awards:Suma cum laude, Phi Betta Kappa from YaleStudent Body President at University of UTAlbronda Award as Best Resident at UCSFResident Award for Best Research at UCSFCastle Connelly Top Doc for 25 consecutive years

What do you attribute your success to?

  • He loves his work and is very interested in it. He very much enjoys helping his patients.

Dr. William A.Dickman, MD's Practice location

9 Funston Avenue -
San Francisco, California 94129
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240 Tamal Vista Blvd Suite 180 -
Corte Madera, CA 94925
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Decades of Expertise in Psychiatry with a Focus on Evidence-Based Treatments and Cultural Competency

William A. Dickman, MD, is an experienced, highly respected psychiatrist based in Corte Madera, California. Board certified, Dr. Dickman specializes in treating child, adolescent, and adult patients, addressing a range of mental health issues including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and depression. He tailors his treatment approach to his patient’s needs, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) protocols when needed, as well as utilizing psychodynamic psychotherapy as indicated. He works individually with children, adolescents and adults, and also does family work and parent coaching.

Dr. Dickman’s extensive training includes a child and adolescent fellowship and supervision under a prominent CBT expert, enhancing his capability to deliver quality care. He emphasizes cultural competency and has experience working with diverse populations, ensuring his practice is inclusive and sensitive to the unique backgrounds of his patients. To accommodate the needs of those in California, he also offers teletherapy services, making mental health care more accessible.

Dr. Dickman began his medical education at the University of Utah School of Medicine, followed by an internship in internal medicine at the University of Minnesota. His residency in psychiatry was at the University of California, San Francisco, followed by a fellowship there in child and adolescent psychiatry. 

A Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Dickman is actively involved with the California Medical Association and the San Francisco Marin Medical Society. He continually engages in Continuing Medical Education, focusing on the latest practices in psychotherapeutic and pharmacologic treatment for OCD, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and depression.

Recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 25 consecutive years, Dr. Dickman has shared his knowledge through publications and speaking engagements. Passionate about his work, he is dedicated to helping his patients lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

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