Sandy Peoples, MD – Psychiatrist in Encino, CA | Mindpath Health
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About
Dr. Peoples’ goal is to be an informed guide to her patients on their mental health journey. Using her background in community service, she strives to tailor treatment to each patient’s specific background, needs, and goals. She believes that effective mental health treatment begins with a relationship based on trust, empathy, and communication. Dr. Peoples uses a holistic approach and has a deep understanding of the mind-body connection. She understands the complex interaction between genetics, environment, and experiences that shape our mental world. In her practice, she aims to empower her patients by creating individualized treatment plans to help each one achieve their best quality of life.
Dr. Peoples has a deep interest in and passion for understanding the mind. She enjoys staying current with new research and using evidence-based therapeutic approaches to solve complex mental health problems. Outside of work, she likes exploring nature, reading, and finding new recipes to cook.
- Residency – LAC-Olive View-UCLA Medical Center
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) – University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Specialty Boards: Psychiatry – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep problems
- Psychiatric consultation
- Addiction disorders
- Personality disorders
- Postpartum mental health
- Psychotic disorders
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Women’s mental health
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What patients are saying
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10 stars overall Amazing experience My clinician was so professional and caring
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A great experience overall. So glad I found Sandy Peoples.
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Dr Peoples was attentive and asked all the right questions. The session was smooth and Dr Peoples was very professional
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Dr. Peoples is everything I have been looking for and have needed in a psychiatrist. I am so thrilled to be collaborating with her on my health and wellness journey.
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Dr. Peoples is incredible. She is everything I have been looking for in a medical professional.
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Excellent experience. Dr. Peoples is an excellent and knowledgeable clinician. I’ve already referred a friend to her.
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I thought Dr. Peoples was excellent. I would recommend her to others.
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It was a very pleasant experience
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Love the lady. She made me feel safe to tell her difficult areas in my life. Great experience. Loved her.
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Sandy did a great job and made this visit worthwhile. Thank you.
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Sandy peoples is amazing and very knowledgeable. I trust her recommendations and so far has been the best out of all different mental health staff that I’ve been assigned throughout the years. She’s deserves a raise!
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Skeptical at first, but now I am impressed with having a face-to-face video meeting. Dr. Peoples was very professional and attentive to life events that shaped who I am today. Thank you for this invaluable opportunity to meet virtually with a reputable do