MEET DR. YOONAS

I’m a Stanford-trained, board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience in adult psychiatry. My work focuses on Adult ADHD and Sports & Performance Psychiatry, particularly in high-functioning individuals where symptoms are often subtle but impactful. I frequently work with overlapping challenges such as anxiety, mood symptoms, sleep disruption, and burnout—especially when they affect focus, consistency, and day-to-day functioning.

Many of the patients I work with are successful on paper, but struggle with consistency, follow-through, and mental overload in their day-to-day lives. Often, clients are looking for the extra ‘edge’ to succeed in their competitive environments.

My approach to evaluation and treatment is practical and individualized. I combine evidence-based medication management with focused psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based strategies, depending on what’s most useful for each individual.

I completed my undergraduate studies at UC Berkeley and attended medical school at the University of Maryland, followed by residency training at Stanford, where I served as Chief Resident. I started my private practice in 2011, and in 2015 I co-founded Elite Focus Clinic, a highly regarded clinic specializing in Adult ADHD. The practice was acquired in 2021, after which I returned to private practice to continue focusing on adult ADHD care. I also have a strong interest in Sports & Performance Psychiatry, and am currently pursuing board certification from the American Board of Sports and Performance Psychiatry.

I’m based in Los Altos, California, and work with adults throughout the Bay Area. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, following sports (a longtime Cal fan), and international travel—especially exploring new cities. The goal, both in and outside the office, is to function with clarity, consistency, and sustainability in the areas that matter most.

CERTIFICATION

Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Psychiatry)

American Board of Sports and Performance Psychiatry (in progress)
Medical Board of California, Physician and Surgeon

TRAINING

Chief Resident in General Adult Psychiatry, Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Resident in General Adult Psychiatry, Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Psychiatry and Medical Internship, Stanford Hospital and Clinics

Mass General Psychiatry Academy - ADHD Across the Lifespan

EDUCATION

University of Maryland School of Medicine (M.D.)
University of California, Berkeley (B.A, Economics)

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

Chief Resident, Stanford University Hospital
Humanism & Excellence in Teaching Award (Nominee), Stanford University Hospital
Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society
Thomas Detre Award in Psychiatry, UPitt School of Medicine
Sheldon Griesman Prize in Physiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine
University Medal (nominee), U.C. Berkeley
Student-Life Achievement Award, U.C. Berkeley