Holistic Psychiatry for Children, Teens & Young Adults
Specialized psychiatric care for ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and behavioral challenges.
Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Scottsdale, AZ
Dr. Fariba Pfitzner provides compassionate holistic psychiatry for children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, behavioral challenges, mood disorders, emotional regulation, and school-related concerns.
With decades of experience in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, Dr. Pfitzner works closely with families to create personalized treatment plans focused on emotional wellness, healthy development, and long-term support.
Specialized Support For:
- ADHD
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Academic Challenges
- Behavioral Challenges
- Anxiety & Depression
- Mood Swings & Emotional Regulation
- School Performance Concerns
- Bipolar Disorder
Areas of Specialty & Support
I believe every child, teen and adult has untapped potential ready to flourish.
Working alongside families, schools, and other healthcare providers, I empower my patients to maximize their individual potential, thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally through compassionate support and evidence-based approaches.
ADHD & Attention Difficulties
Support for ADHD, focus issues, impulsivity, hyperactivity, executive functioning challenges, and school performance concerns.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Compassionate psychiatric care and developmental support for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Behavioral & Emotional Challenges
Treatment for tantrums, mood swings, irritability, emotional outbursts, and behavioral difficulties affecting home or school life.
Anxiety & Stress Disorders
Helping children and teens manage anxiety, social anxiety, panic symptoms, excessive worry, and emotional stress.
Depression & Mood Disorders
Support for sadness, withdrawal, low motivation, emotional struggles, and adolescent depression.
School & Social Difficulties
Helping children and families navigate school struggles, peer relationships, concentration issues, and emotional obstacles affecting learning.
FAQs
What does Dr. Fariba Pfitzner specialize in?
Dr. Fariba Pfitzner specializes in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, with a strong focus on ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, mood swings, learning difficulties, and school performance concerns.
Call (480) 481-0858 to schedule an appointment.
Does Dr. Pfitzner treat children and adolescents?
Yes. Dr. Pfitzner provides psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and young adults. She works with families to better understand emotional, behavioral, developmental, and school-related concerns.
Contact the office to discuss your child’s needs.
Can a psychiatrist help with ADHD in children?
Yes. A child psychiatrist can evaluate ADHD symptoms such as difficulty focusing, impulsivity, hyperactivity, executive functioning challenges, and school performance struggles.
Dr. Pfitzner provides personalized ADHD support for children and teens in Scottsdale.
Does Dr. Pfitzner provide Autism Spectrum Disorder support?
Yes. Dr. Pfitzner provides compassionate psychiatric care and developmental support for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder, including emotional, behavioral, and family-related concerns.
Schedule an appointment to discuss Autism support options.
Can psychiatry help with tantrums, mood swings, or behavioral problems?
Yes. Psychiatric care can help identify underlying emotional, developmental, or mental health factors contributing to tantrums, mood swings, irritability, emotional outbursts, and behavioral difficulties.
Dr. Pfitzner works with families to create thoughtful treatment plans.
Does Dr. Pfitzner treat anxiety and depression in children and teens?
Yes. Dr. Pfitzner provides care for children, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, excessive worry, sadness, withdrawal, panic symptoms, low motivation, or emotional distress.
Call (480) 481-0858 to learn more.
Can psychiatry help with school performance concerns?
Yes. School struggles may be connected to ADHD, anxiety, learning difficulties, mood concerns, social challenges, or emotional regulation issues. Dr. Pfitzner helps families better understand what may be affecting academic performance.
Schedule an appointment to discuss school-related concerns.
What is holistic psychiatry?
Holistic psychiatry looks at the whole person, not just symptoms. Dr. Pfitzner considers emotional health, behavior, development, family dynamics, school stress, medical history, and overall wellness when creating a treatment plan.
This approach supports more personalized care for children, teens, and families.
Does Dr. Pfitzner offer medication management?
Yes. When appropriate, Dr. Pfitzner provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management as part of a personalized treatment plan for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults.
Treatment recommendations are based on each patient’s individual needs.
How do I schedule an appointment with Dr. Pfitzner?
To schedule an appointment, call the office at (480) 481-0858.
Holistic Psychiatry Scottsdale is located at 3666 N Miller Rd, Suite 113, Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
About Holistic Psychiatry Scottsdale
Holistic Psychiatry Scottsdale is led by Dr. Fariba Pfitzner, M.D., a board-certified psychiatrist providing compassionate care for children, adolescents, young adults, and families in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Dr. Pfitzner specializes in ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, depression, behavioral difficulties, mood swings, learning difficulties, and school performance concerns.
Her approach combines clinical experience with thoughtful, holistic psychiatric care focused on emotional wellness, healthy development, and family support.
Ready to begin?
Call (480) 481-0858 to schedule an appointment.
Office Location:
3666 N Miller Rd, Suite 113
Scottsdale, AZ 85251