Dr. Roberto Alejandro Leon Barriera

Dr. Roberto Leon Barriera is a neurologist and psychiatrist who brings eight years of medical experience to his practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He earned his medical degree from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, where he developed his foundation in both neurological and psychiatric care. His dual specialty training allows him to address the complex connections between brain function and mental health conditions.

Dr. Barriera practices at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital in Pittsburgh, where he focuses on treating mood disorders in children as well as depression in both pediatric and teenage patients. He performs comprehensive mental health assessments to help diagnose and develop treatment plans for his young patients. His expertise in childhood and adolescent depression makes him particularly skilled at working with families to address these challenging conditions during critical developmental years.