Dr. Syed Jafar is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health care. With over two decades of clinical practice, he is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored to each patient’s individual needs.

Dr. Jafar completed his psychiatry training at Brookdale University Hospital in New York and has been board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2003. He holds an active California medical license and provides care through both in-person and telehealth services.

Throughout his career, Dr. Jafar has held multiple leadership roles, including Medical Director of dual diagnosis and senior intensive outpatient programs, where he specialized in treating patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. He also has extensive experience in hospital-based psychiatry, having served for many years at Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital, where he treated patients across a wide range of psychiatric conditions and provided consultation services, including electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

Dr. Jafar’s clinical experience spans mood disorders, anxiety disorders, geriatric psychiatry, and substance use disorders. He is known for his thoughtful, patient-centered approach and his ability to build strong therapeutic relationships. He works closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans focused on long-term stability and improved quality of life.

 Recognized for his excellence in care, Dr. Jafar has received multiple “Physician of the Year” awards and has contributed to psychiatric research, including work on cognitive assessment in schizophrenia.

Dr. Jafar is committed to creating a supportive, respectful environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey.