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Your Path to Wellness Starts Here
Psychiatrist serving California
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Your Path to Wellness Starts Here
Psychiatrist serving California
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Your Path to Wellness Starts Here
Psychiatrist serving California
Sylvia Cartwright, MD

Sylvia Cartwright, MD

Psychiatrist located in La Jolla, CA


Sylvia Cartwright, MD, provides compassionate and integrative telehealth psychiatry care for adults living throughout California. Based in La Jolla, California, Dr. Cartwright has been helping professionals from all walks of life — from corporate executives to military personnel to artists — regain their mental well-being.

Dr. Cartwright treats many conditions, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, depression, and trauma. She combines comprehensive diagnostic evaluations with inclusive therapy plans and medication management, empowering her patients of diverse backgrounds. To better serve her patients, Dr. Cartwright provides services in both English and French. 

Before pursuing medicine, Dr. Cartwright earned a Master of Management at EDHEC Business School in France and a diploma in accounting and finance at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in London, England. 

After working as a business analyst and project manager, Dr. Cartwright returned to school, completing her premedical post-baccalaureate at The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. She then earned her Doctor of Medicine at the University of California San Diego (UCSD) and completed her psychiatry residency training at UCSD Health System in San Diego. 

Embarking on a path of self-improvement and emotional well-being is a courageous step. Dr. Cartwright partners with her patients, charting a course towards greater self-awareness and resilience that helps them lead a more fulfilling life.

Call the office of Sylvia Cartwright, MD, today or request a consultation online. 

Insurances and Employee Benefits
We are in-network with the following insurance companies. If we do not accept your insurance plan, you will receive itemized statements / superbills when paying out-of-pocket.
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Patients Reviews
I have been seeing Dr. Cartwright as needed for over two years. She provides excellent counseling on a wide range of issues. I have found attending therapy with her to be really constructive and beneficial and would happily recommend working with her.
Dr. Cartwright has been an amazing addition to my life for at least 12 years. She is a genuine caring person who takes time to get to know her patients and assist them in every way she can. I've never doubted her advice or recommendations.. I am truly blessed to have found her as my Dr.

I'm proud to say Dr. Cartwright is my therapist/medication manager because it's rare to find one doctor who can do both and do them exceptionally well. She's nonjudgmental and always professional but not in a way that makes her seem cold. I HIGHLY recommend working with her if you can.
I have been seeing Dr. Cartwright for over 8 years. She is attentive and always ensures that any treatment goes according to plan. Beyond Psychiatry, Dr. Cartwright is always sure to check in and make sure that overall health and life, generally speaking, are going well. Highly recommend!

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Telepsychiatry
Telepsychiatry is a method of delivering psychiatric care and therapy services remotely through secure video conferencing and digital platforms. It enables individuals to access professional mental health care without the need for in-person appointments, offering convenience and accessibility.
+ Patients Must Be In California To Receive Services.
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Contact Us
Hours Of Operation:
Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed