John Bardugon, MD

Dr. Bardugon is a board-eligible psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of adults.  He has experience in treating patients with various forms of depression and anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, PTSD and substance use disorders.  He seeks to provide a safe, non-judgmental, gender affirming space for patients as they strive to lead a happier, more contented life.

After a pediatrics residency, Dr Bardugon worked for 13 years as a pediatric ER physician.  His interest in psychiatry was piqued during this time as he witnessed the emergence of a child and adolescent mental health crisis.  While ultimately deciding to focus his efforts on the treatment of adults, Dr Bardugon is keenly aware of the influence of child development and family systems on the behavioral health of adults.

Dr Bardugon employs a holistic, multimodal treatment approach.  Aiming to treat the whole person, he stresses the importance of nutrition, exercise and sleep.  Dr Bardugon believes an informed patient actively engaged in decision making surrounding treatment has the best chance of effecting lasting change.  Believing in the synergistic effect of talk therapy and medication, he incorporates one or more talk therapy techniques including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and supportive and psychodynamic psychotherapies into most sessions.  He often recommends formal participation in some form of talk therapy and is happy to collaborate with other providers.