About Me. I am a board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals achieve balance and well-being in their lives. Born in Lima, Peru to a Peruvian father and Brazilian mother, I bring a multicultural perspective to my work and am fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English.

I earned my medical degree from the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos in Lima, Peru, and later completed my Master’s in Public Health at the University of Miami. My psychiatric training includes residency at Tulane University School of Medicine, followed by advanced specialization in Addiction Psychiatry at Yale University.

My work is grounded in the belief that true healing happens when we consider the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and community. I strive to create a thoughtful and supportive space where individuals feel understood and empowered on their path to wellness.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy spending time in nature. Surfing, diving, and camping with my wife and two children help me stay connected, grounded, and present both in my personal life and in my work with patients.

 My Experience.  With more than two decades of experience in psychiatry, I have worked with individuals across a wide range of treatment settings including inpatient care, partial hospitalization programs, outpatient clinics, community mental health centers, and substance use disorder rehabilitation programs.

Throughout my career, I have supported individuals experiencing trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, thought disorders, substance use disorders, and autism spectrum conditions. My background in addiction psychiatry allows me to provide specialized care for individuals navigating the complexities of substance use and recovery.

Working with diverse communities has given me a deep appreciation for the cultural, social, and personal factors that influence mental health. I aim to approach each individual with cultural sensitivity and respect, recognizing that every person’s experience and healing journey is unique.

My Approach.  I believe that effective psychiatric care looks beyond symptoms to understand the broader context of a person’s life. My approach integrates evidence-based psychiatric care with holistic principles that consider physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and environmental influences on mental health.

Inspired by my exposure to indigenous healing traditions during visits to the rainforests and Andes of Peru, I incorporate an integrative perspective that respects both Western medical practices and natural approaches to well-being. My goal is to support the mind in harmony with the body, spirit, and community.

In alignment with this philosophy and the Mindbodyology mission, my practice focuses on thoughtful, balanced treatment approaches and does not include prescribing controlled substances such as stimulant medications or benzodiazepines. Instead, I work collaboratively with patients to explore sustainable, supportive strategies that promote long-term mental health and personal growth.