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Paulina Kaiser, MD - Psychiatry and Psychotherapy

Refer a Patient to Dr. Kaiser

Thank you for considering Dr. Kaiser for your patient's psychiatric care. She is currently accepting new patients for consultation, psychotherapy, and medication management.

Why Refer to Dr. Kaiser

Dr. Kaiser offers a distinctive combination of qualifications and approach that benefits patients seeking thoughtful, comprehensive psychiatric care.

Board-Certified Psychiatrist

Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with residency training at Emory University, where she served as Chief Resident.

Psychodynamic & Depth-Oriented

Trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the Emory Psychoanalytic Institute. Offers insight-oriented treatment that addresses root causes, not just symptoms.

Integrated Medication & Therapy

Patients receive both medication management and psychotherapy within a single treatment relationship, ensuring cohesive and coordinated care.

Peripartum Expertise

Specialized care for patients navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy, postpartum changes, and the emotional complexities of becoming a parent.

Bilingual: English & German

Born in Germany and raised in California, Dr. Kaiser provides psychiatric care in both English and German, offering culturally attuned treatment for German-speaking patients.

Timely Provider Communication

Dr. Kaiser values collaborative care and provides timely updates to referring providers, with patient consent, to ensure continuity across the treatment team.

Referral Information

Key details about Dr. Kaiser's practice to help you determine whether she is a good fit for your patient.

Who She Treats

  • Adults ages 18 to 64
  • High-functioning professionals with anxiety, depression, or burnout
  • Peripartum patients: fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum concerns
  • Individuals seeking depth-oriented, psychodynamic treatment
  • German-speaking patients seeking bilingual care

Licensed in Georgia and California. In-person sessions in Atlanta; telehealth throughout both states.

Services Available

  • Psychiatric consultation (75-minute initial evaluation + record review)
  • Psychodynamic psychotherapy (individual, weekly or biweekly sessions)
  • Medication management (standalone or integrated with therapy)
  • Peripartum mental health (fertility, pregnancy, postpartum)
  • Telehealth appointments (Georgia and California)

Insurance & Payment

Dr. Kaiser operates a private pay (out-of-network) practice. She does not bill insurance directly. A superbill is provided after each session for patients to submit for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Many PPO plans offer partial reimbursement.

View full fee and insurance details

Current Availability

Currently accepting new patients. Initial consultations are typically scheduled within one to two weeks. Please contact the office to discuss scheduling for time-sensitive referrals.

Appointments available Monday through Friday, in-person in Atlanta and via telehealth in Georgia and California.

How to Refer a Patient

There are several ways to connect your patient with Dr. Kaiser's practice.

1

Call the Office

Reach us directly at (404) 919-0530. Our team can answer questions and help coordinate the referral.

(404) 919-0530
2

Fax a Referral

Send a written referral via fax to (734) 270-4523. Please include the patient's name, contact information, reason for referral, and any relevant clinical history.

3

Patient Self-Referral

Patients can also self-refer by scheduling a consultation directly through the website. No referral paperwork is required for self-referrals.

Online booking form

What to Include When Referring

  • Patient name and date of birth
  • Patient contact information (phone and email)
  • Reason for referral and presenting concerns
  • Relevant psychiatric and medical history
  • Current medications, if applicable
  • Insurance information
  • Your name, practice, and contact information

While a complete referral is ideal, a referral can be initiated with just the patient's name and contact information. Dr. Kaiser's office will follow up for additional details as needed.

Refer a Patient Online

Choose the referral method that best fits your needs.

Recommended for Providers

HIPAA-Compliant Secure Form

Submit referral details through our encrypted SimplePractice portal. Protected health information is transmitted and stored in full compliance with HIPAA.

  • End-to-end encryption
  • HIPAA-compliant data handling
  • Ideal for sharing clinical details
  • Information goes directly to Dr. Kaiser

Quick Referral Form

Share basic patient contact information and Dr. Kaiser's office will follow up to gather clinical details through a secure channel.

  • Name, phone, and email only
  • No clinical details required
  • Office follows up for records
Patient Contact Information
Referring Provider

So we can reach you with questions about the referral or to coordinate care.

* Required fields. Dr. Kaiser's office will follow up directly with you and the patient to gather clinical details through a secure, HIPAA-compliant channel.

Patient Populations

Dr. Kaiser works with adults seeking thoughtful, depth-oriented psychiatric care. Here is an overview of who her practice is best suited for.

Well Suited For

  • Adults ages 18 to 64
  • High-functioning professionals with anxiety, depression, or burnout
  • Peripartum patients: fertility challenges, pregnancy, and postpartum concerns
  • Individuals seeking depth-oriented, psychodynamic treatment
  • German-speaking patients seeking bilingual care
  • Patients seeking both therapy and medication from one provider

May Not Be the Best Fit

  • Children and adolescents (under 18)
  • Patients requiring inpatient or acute crisis stabilization
  • Patients whose primary concern is substance use disorder
  • Patients located outside Georgia or California

If you are unsure whether your patient is a good fit, please do not hesitate to reach out. Dr. Kaiser is happy to discuss individual cases.

Practice Locations

Atlanta, GA

In-person & telehealth

519 Memorial Drive SE, Suite B-10
Atlanta, GA 30312

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San Francisco, CA

Telehealth only

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Los Angeles, CA

Telehealth only

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Referral FAQs

Common questions from referring providers about the referral process.

Contact Us About a Referral

If you have questions about whether Dr. Kaiser is the right fit for your patient, we are happy to discuss. Reach out by phone or through the website.

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