Summary

Dr. Charles Sophy has dedicated his life to the physical and mental well-being of children and families from all walks of life.
He is board certified in three clinical specialties: Adult Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Family Practice. He currently serves as the Medical Director for the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the nation's largest Child Welfare System. As Medical Director, Dr. Sophy is responsible for directing the physical and mental health, as well as assisting in ensuring the safety, of over 40,000 foster care children.
In addition to his county position, Dr. Sophy maintains a private practice in Los Angeles and is a clinical instructor at the University of California, Los Angeles Neuro-Psychiatric Institute. The remainder of his time is spent lecturing across the country to various healthcare professionals, medical students, social workers and parents.
Dr. Sophy's guest appearances on national television include "Larry King Live," "The Today Show", "The Rachael Ray Show" and PBS' "A Place Of Our Own". His radio work includes guest spots on "Dr. Drew LIVE", "Yo on E!", "Conway & Whitman" and "Let's Talk Adoption". He has been quoted in The LA Times, The Washington Post, USA Today and The Chicago Tribune, and he has been both interviewed and published in major magazines, including Parents, Mens Health, Family Circle, and Redbook.
He is the recipient of the 2002 Exemplary Psychiatrist Award, given by the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI).
Dr. Sophy's Internet following has grown rapidly through his website www.drsophy.com. In addition, he can be viewed on videojug.com as their Child Mental Health expert. He also contributes regularly to several other parenting websites including: divorcedads.com, brainy-child.com and interactivedad.com.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 40 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Sophy Charles J Office

205 S Beverly Dr Ste 203Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Charles J Sophy, MDNathalie Dagobert, APRN, NPDr. Moneeb Chohan, DODr. Kevin Jou, MD
PsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
40 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Beverly Hills , CALos Angeles , CACulver City , CACulver City , CA
Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Nova Southeastern University Med School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles J Sophy

  • Kaiser Permanente

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles J Sophy has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles J Sophy has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Acne
  • Birth Control
  • Eating Disorders
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases
  • Substance Abuse

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1986

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