Email info@thejeongcenter.com to set up a 15-minute consultation, free of charge.

A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD) who specializes in mental health. Unlike most therapists, psychiatrists can prescribe medication and are trained to evaluate both the psychological and medical factors contributing to your symptoms. I do both — medication management and psychotherapy — which means you get integrated care from one provider who knows the full picture.

The first session is a comprehensive evaluation — typically 75 to 90 minutes. We'll talk about what brought you in, your history, and what you're hoping for from treatment. I'm trying to understand who you are, not just run through a checklist. By the end, we'll have a shared sense of what's going on and a plan for how to move forward. No one is prescribing anything on day one unless there's a clear, urgent reason to.

Yes, when it's appropriate. I believe in evidence-based prescribing, but I don't believe in overmedicating. Medication can be essential for certain conditions, and it can be a useful complement to therapy. But it's one tool among several, and I'll always discuss the reasoning, alternatives, and what to expect before starting anything.

I offer both in-person and telehealth. I do believe that in-person therapy is more powerful than virtual, but many patients find telehealth perfectly adequate to their needs (and more convenient). For certain kinds of therapy, I recommend in-person visits specifically, such as exposure-based therapy which depend on a more sensory approach for effectiveness.

In-person visits are in Brookline and Downtown Boston.

I am an out-of-network physician, but most patients with PPO, POS, or out-of-network benefits can still use their insurance here, often covering some or even all of the fee after their deductible.

See the Insurance & Fees section above for more details. I can also assist you in understanding how to check your benefits to see if your out-of-network benefits would apply.

Yes. I offer executive and professional coaching for individuals who aren't looking for therapy but want focused work on how they lead, make decisions, or navigate professional challenges. Coaching is goal-oriented and forward-looking. It draws on my background in both psychiatry and law, but it's not a clinical service. No diagnosis, no treatment plan. Just targeted work on the things that are getting in your way professionally.

Concierge psychiatry is a model that provides expanded access and time — longer sessions, priority scheduling, and direct communication with me between appointments. It's the model of care that most psychiatrists wish they could provide to everyone. I offer it to a limited number of patients. Contact me if you'd like to learn more about availability, structure, and pricing.

Yes. Please reach out to me at info@thejeongcenter.com to inquire.

I take confidentiality seriously and strictly enforce industry standards for encryption, HIPAA compliance, and good security practices for every client’s protection.

For clients with prominent public lives, I offer an enhanced confidentiality service that goes further and takes your information entirely offline and/or uses channels under your direct control. Inquire to learn more.

No. Not to a meaningful degree. However, if you are looking for a psychiatrist who is fluent in Korean, feel free to reach out to ask about referrals.

No. Whether I recommend a medication depends on your individual needs, and I prioritize behavioral, lifestyle, and therapy-focused interventions whenever it seems right for the patient.

Brookline Office:

• Mondays 8 AM - 5 PM

• Fridays 8 AM - 5 PM

Downtown Office:

• Thursdays 8 AM - 5 PM

• Saturdays 8 AM - 11 AM (limited availability and extra charge)

Telehealth Visits:

• Mondays through Fridays as above

• Saturdays as above

No, this is a one-psychiatrist practice. I practice the way that makes the most sense for me and my patients.

If you think you are experiencing an emergency (medical or psychiatric), please go to the nearest emergency room or call 911 immediately. Do not rely on electronic communications or communication through this website or the patient portal. If you’re concerned about yourself or someone else, the 988 Lifeline is available to call or text at 988 or chat online at 988lifeline.org/chat. They are available 24/7, are free, and are confidential.