Bringing Matters of the Mind to Heart
Transformative Support for Mind Health
Empowering your journey to mental well-being with compassionate care and expert guidance at Sylvia Gonzalez, MD, PLLC.
About Dr. Gonzalez
After graduating from New York University, Dr. Gonzalez earned her medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, in New York City. She then completed a residency in Pediatric medicine at Children's Hospital of Oakland prior to completing a residency in Psychiatric medicine at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gonzalez is Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She completed a fellowship in psychodynamic psychotherapy followed by a course in Adult Psychoanalytic Thinking at the Center for Psychoanalytic Studies, in Houston, TX.
Dr. Gonzalez served on the faculty at the Baylor College of Medicine for over a decade and is currently an adjunct faculty member at the Center for Psychoanalytic Studies in Houston, TX. Her career has been marked by treating those severely impacted by mental illness. She has experience treating college students, post graduate students struggling to fully launch, professionals who may be in the midst of personal or career crises, those impacted by trauma and people in various stages of life's transitions. She was a leader at the Menninger Clinic prior to moving into private practce. In 2019 and 2024, Dr. Gonzalez was voted one of Houston's top docs by Houstonia Magazine.
Her interests include psychodynamic psychotherapy, evidence based medication management, group therapy, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, the somatic (physical) expression of feelings and trauma related illnesses. She is specially trained in psychoanalytically informed psychodynamic therapy.
Your Wellness, Our Expertise
At Sylvia Gonzalez, MD, PLLC, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services. Led by Dr. Sylvia Gonzalez, a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders, our practice focuses on personalized care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. We are committed to fostering a supportive and empathetic environment where individuals can receive the highest standard of treatment and make meaningful progress on their journey toward mental well-being. Our goal is to empower patients with the tools they need for a healthier life.
All new patients will have an initial consultation period so that Dr. Gonzalez may become familiar with your history and specific concerns. Often a working diagnosis and preliminary treatment plan can be made at the conclusion of the initial visit. Alternatively, some patients may be better served by a longer period of consultation before specific treatments are recommended.
Dr. Gonzalez works to incorporate your preferences into your individualized treatment plan. In most cases, having a collaborative team is one of the keys to successful treatment. So, with the patient's permission, she will communicate with other treating providers including referring physicians, primary care physicians and therapists in order to ensure proper continuity of care.
If Dr. Gonzalez determines that she is not the most effective provider for your specific needs, she will refer you to a more appropriate specialist.
Who will Benefit from Dr. Gonzalez' Services?
Dr. Gonzalez is uniquely qualified to assist those who are struggling to reach their potential, maintain their relationships, understand or accept their diagnosis, or to understand what is getting in the way of living the life they desire.
Personalized Care Plans Available
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations
In-depth assessments to understand your mental health needs and craft personalized care plans.
Consists of comprehensive mental health, medical, social, developmental and family histories.
You will be requested to review and complete the clinic forms that will be sent to you through the portal once you are scheduled.
Personalized Therapy Sessions
Tailored therapeutic approaches designed to support your journey towards emotional well-being.
Therapy consists of an initial period of gaining understanding and a mutual trust and focus. We then work to increase insight and challenge those patterns that continue to cause dysfunction.
Dr. Gonzalez will work with you to determine the optimal frequency of these appointments, although they commonly occur on a weekly or twice-weekly basis. Therapy may be short-term or long-term in nature.
Medication Management Support
Expert guidance in managing prescriptions to ensure safe and effective treatment outcomes.
Evidence based practices are utilized to provide the most appropriate medication regimen to each patient.
Dr. Gonzalez believes in the intersection of medication management and psychotherapy and works to ensure that she has a full understanding of your symptoms and circumstances when providing medication consultation and management.
Compassionate Mental Health Care in Harris County
At Sylvia Gonzalez, MD, PLLC, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized mental health services to the Harris County community. Our focus is on creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood. Led by Dr. Sylvia Gonzalez, our team employs evidence-based practices to address a wide range of mental health needs, ensuring that every individual receives the highest quality of care tailored to their specific circumstances.
Empowering Pathways to Mental Wellness
Dr. Gonzalez is committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care to the diverse communities of Harris County, TX. With a profound dedication to enhancing the well-being of her patients, Dr. Gonzalez brings a wealth of expertise and a personalized approach to each individual's mental health journey.
Dr. Gonzalez is a board certified psychiatrist specializing in General Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy with special interests in reproductive mental health and obesity medicine.
She is dedicated and qualified to treat a varietyof psychiatric disorder in adults including:
- Depression/Mood Disorders
- Generalized Anxiety Disorders
- Somatic Disorders
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic Disorder
- Phobias
- Post partum Disorders
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Condition Include:
- Sleep Disturbances
- Poor concentration
- Irritability
- Impulsivity
- Interpersonal Conflict
- Physical expression of feelings
- Grief/loss
Reach Out to Our Team
If you are ready to get on the path to recovery or have any questions, schedule your initial consultation now. Scheduling is easy. Fill out the form to the right and Dr. Gonzalez will get back to you within 24 business hours.
Patient are seen by appointment only.
Hours
10:00 AM – 03:00 PM
10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
10:00 AM – 04:00 PM