In-House, Full-Time, Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists
At Evolve, patients come first. We go above and beyond the industry standard, employing full-time, dedicated board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrists who take their time with our teens. Since they are dedicated solely to Evolve patients and families, our staff doesn’t think twice to consult with them for as long as necessary about your child.
That’s quality of care.
Evolve psychiatrists provide:
- Initial admission assessments & treatment plans
- Weekly progress checks with teens
- Weekly staff meetings on client progress
- Daily consultations with therapists and nurses
- Consultations with families at any time
- 24/7 availability for medical crises
Meet Our Psychiatrists
Our psychiatrists are fully involved and active members of your child’s treatment team. Your teen receives their focused time and attention every day, leading to better treatment outcomes.
Shikha Verma, MD
Medical Director, Northern CA and VP of Medical Training and Development
Melissa Vallas, MD
Medical Director, Southern CA and VP of Medical Operations and Quality
Download Our 2023 Outcomes Report
Download Our 2023 Outcomes Report
Revolutionizing Treatment Outcomes with Clinical Data
Since launch, Evolve’s teams have diligently collected outcomes data across clinical domains like depression, suicidality, anxiety, substance use, ADHD, ODD, and Conduct Disorder, demonstrating our programs' positive impact on teen mental health and recovery.
Resources For Parents
As a parent, deciding to seek treatment for your child can be one of the most challenging decisions you will ever make. We understand the strength, courage, and hope it takes to make this choice. Our team of caring experts is here to support you every step of the way. You will never be alone on this journey, as we are dedicated to helping you and your family find healing and hope.
When you choose Evolve, we commit to you and recognize parents’ important role in the recovery process. We aim to provide you with the necessary resources to navigate this journey together.