Meet David Mathai, MD, a Miami-based psychiatrist initiating a unique approach to mental health care through the combination of science, heart, and authenticity. Specializing in psychiatry and psychedelic therapy research, Dr. Mathai offers an array of data-driven services tailored with a thoughtful, nuanced, and scientifically rigorous approach to ensure that every treatment undertaken caters to the individual needs of each of his patients. Having completed his psychiatry residency at Baylor College of Medicine and a postdoctoral research fellowship at Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelics and Consciousness Research, his expertise transcends conventional practice. Please note that for clinical care, he is currently accepting patients located in Florida and Maryland, with plans to broaden his reach to Texas by 2024. However, consultations are virtually conducted to accommodate clients better.

Dr. Mathai is not only a board-certified psychiatrist but also an Assistant Professor at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, giving back to the field through education and training. His passion extends to behavioral pharmacology, with commendable accomplishments in psychotherapy and research. As a clinician, his primary focus is on treating patients fighting depression, anxiety, and trauma. This experienced psychiatrist strongly opposes over-medicalizing suffering and promotes judicious use of psychiatric medications, placing colossal respect on patient-consented treatment decisions. Simultaneously, as an avid researcher, Dr. Mathai investigates and produces various scientific publications, contributing significantly to the understanding of addiction, cognitive impairment, the effects of cannabis, and the properties of psychedelic-type therapies like ketamine, MDMA, and psilocybin. His commitment lies within the development of sustainable healthcare infrastructures that prioritize patient safety and welfare. Dr. Mathai's practice reinforces the importance of a deeper understanding of one's self, helping individuals live life resiliently, vibrantly, and authentically.