Dr. Edward Castelo, MD

Dr. Edward Castelo is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who is double board‑certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. He blends developmental-neuropsychiatric insight with a holistic, culturally humble philosophy to create precision‑tailored treatment plans that address both immediate needs and long‑term recovery. Comfortable with complex diagnostic presentations, Dr. Castelo uses a multimodal toolkit—combining thoughtful psychopharmacology with non‑medication approaches—to meet each patient where they are and to support family‑centered healing.

His clinical expertise and core services naturally include:

• Anxiety disorders and panic-related conditions  
• Mood disorders, including depressive and bipolar-spectrum presentations  
• Attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) evaluation and management  
• Autism spectrum disorder assessment and support  
• …Obsessive‑compulsive disorder (OCD) treatment  
• Trauma‑related disorders and trauma‑informed care  
• Evidence‑based psychotherapies: cognitive‑behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), family‑focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and parent management training  
• Pharmacologic management integrated with psychotherapy and behavioral interventions  
• Cross‑level care experience: outpatient community care, emergency psychiatry, residential treatment, and school mental health services  
• Special education advocacy and coordination (IEP and 504 Plan support)  

Dr. Castelo’s practice emphasizes culturally attuned, evidence‑driven strategies and close collaboration with families, schools, and community providers to translate clinical goals into everyday success. Known for approachable, systems‑aware care and skilled navigation of school accommodations and higher‑level services, he prioritizes measurable progress and sustained resilience. Dr. Castelo is committed to partnering with patients and families to create individualized plans that honor culture, developmental context, and practical goals for recovery.