Introducing a fresh approach to
mental health.
Dr. Andrew Lampley MD is a board-certified interventional psychiatrist pioneering the practice of modern psychiatry, including:
A high standard-of-care with detailed history-taking, diagnostic accuracy, and extensive patient education led by expert consensus guidelines, prognostic insights, & evidence-based treatment.
Personalized narration with understandable explanations of root-causes and ongoing symptomatology.
Providing recommendations tailored to patients for treatment and prevention.
Expertise on interventional strategies indicated for treatment-resistant disease (eg, ketamine, TMS).
Initial visit for a comprehensive psychiatric intake & evaluation is $800 (1 hour).
Follow-up visits with psychotherapy and evidence-guided treatment management are $400 (30 minutes).
Individualized After Visit Summary provided following each encounter (eg, personalized guide).
A strong emphasis on quality of care rooted in work ethic, humility, and moral integrity.
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Meet Dr. Andrew Lampley MD
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Hello! I’m Dr. Andrew Lampley, a California native born and raised in Orange County. I obtained my undergraduate degree in Neurobiology and a medical doctorate (MD) at the University of California, Irvine. My fascination with the human experience led me to complete a Psychiatry residency at Kaiser Permanente Southern California where I held multiple leadership positions, conducted quality improvement in Women’s Mental Health, and was honored “Teaching Resident of the Year”. During and after residency, I continued my training in the subspecialty of Interventional Psychiatry which includes ketamine, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS; dual-certification), and fellowship for electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) at Duke University School of Medicine. I am board-certified under the American Academy of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) and a member of the American Society of Ketamine Physicians (ASKP). On my free time, I enjoy running, food (of all kinds!), and spending quality time with my loved ones especially with Reese (our junior dog; pictured below).
I feel most fulfilled when I can make others happy, and when I put in earnest efforts to continually learn and grow with the intent of helping others. That said, being in the mental health space has been incredibly rewarding and brings me excitement every single day :)
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Reese & Libby
My approach
It is a privilege to have someone meet you for the first time, share deep thoughts & emotions, and allow you to give them feedback in a meaningful way. I choose to honor that privilege by staying curious, humble, and make an effort to go above & beyond for patient care. Many years of education led me to specialize in what is known as “Interventional Psychiatry", an emerging field that utilizes alternative treatments when traditional pharmacologic and psychotherapeutic treatments have failed. This includes ketamine, a commonly used anesthetic that has demonstrated the remarkable ability to provide rapid relief for a variety of treatment-resistant mood disorders (since the 1970s). A landmark trial recently published by the New England Journal of Medicine revealed ketamine’s efficacy equaling to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), which is regarded as the most effective treatment for depression (Anand A et al. 2023). Clinical evidence continues to support the use of therapeutic ketamine as a safe, effective, and potentially life-saving treatment.
Mental health treatment has a longstanding history of stigma, and ketamine is no exception. To address this, I opened my clinic to educate our community while decreasing the impact of our ever-growing mental health crisis. It is deeply fulfilling to see patients improve in providing care that is rooted in science, detail, and the human connection.
With my expertise in combining good psychiatric care with modern approaches, I intend to provide you (or a loved one) with mental healthcare that is experienced, well-thought out and personal.
To the friends I’ve met in clinic, thank you.
Our services
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Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
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Medication
Traditional
Ketamine
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Specialized
Educational
Interventional
Peripartum -
Multimodal
Referrals include:
TF-CBT, DBT, EMDR, EXRP
IOP, Group Therapy, and more
Testimonials
“Amazing doctor and he is extremely responsive. The guy certainly is operating at a high intellectual level and it shows with his discussion and comprehensive notes. One thing I really appreciated in addition to Dr. Lampley’s responsiveness was that he really takes his time to dig deep into your symptoms and tries to provide a comprehensive approach rather just treating 1 symptom and hoping for the best. Dr. Lampley also was extremely good with not making me feel like he is trying to rush me through the appointment - he really takes his time with you. Make sure you get a doctor that respects the time you have with them as I have seen many doctors that operate strictly on getting you in and out as fast as possible. This doctor is much appreciated.”
July 2026
“Felt very heard, and that we had a good game plan by the end of the appointment. Night and day difference from other providers I have seen before.”
February 2026
“I cannot recommend Dr. Andrew Lampley enough. From the very first appointment, he created a space that felt calm, validating, and genuinely supportive. He listens closely — not just to the symptoms, but to the full context of what’s going on in your life — and he asks thoughtful questions that make you feel truly understood. What I appreciate most is his balanced, collaborative approach. He explains every option clearly, never rushes, and makes you feel like a partner in your own care. His treatment plans are thorough and well-considered, and he checks in consistently to make sure things are working. It’s rare to find a psychiatrist who blends clinical expertise with this level of empathy. If you’re looking for someone who is kind, grounded, and incredibly knowledgeable, Dr. Lampley is exceptional. I’m deeply grateful for the care I’ve received from him.”
November 2025
“Dr. Lampley is fantastic, the kind of doctor you wished
you met 5 years ago.”
̄November 2025
“I’ve been seeing Dr Lampley for a while now, and he has been a truly amazing support since the beginning! He listens, cares and finds effective solutions for your problems. His academic and clinical background is very impressive. He’s on top of latest updates with justified knowledge. I highly recommend him! If I could give him more than 5 stars, I would.”
March 2025
“Dr. Lampley is incredible. Always up to date with the latest research, he has so much knowledge and empathy. He takes time to hear me out fully, actually taking the time to get to know me, he genuinely cares about his patients which is hard to find. He is also so good at getting back to me, very prompt responses he uses a very effective portal tool for messaging. Very well spoken and easy to open up to. I've been with him for almost 2 years. Cares as much about the individual as he does the science. Highly recommend him!”
October 2024
"Wow, what an amazing doctor. He is perfect in his field."
̄April 2024
“Dr. Lampley has been incredible to work with. Our sessions have been very helpful and have improved my quality of life. Dr. Lampley is warm and receptive, I feel very comfortable sharing and expressing my authentic self. Scheduling a session is easy and I always receive a quick response. Highly recommend!”
May 2023
“Being my first time speaking with a psychiatrist, I was very comfortable and felt reassured by Dr. Lampley’s kind and nurturing demeanor. His explanations were very clear and eloquent, and in no way did I feel rushed or pressured to answer. I felt my concerns were heard and thoroughly addressed. The intake forms were easy to get through and the virtual setup was very simple and user friendly. I look forward to my next visit.”
February 2023