Medication Management, Talk Therapy,
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy

Dr. Michael DePalma

Voted Best Psychiatrist of South Scottsdale 

Treatment for Adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD and more

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One Psychiatry provides thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and surrounding communities. Dr. Michael DePalma offers medication management, psychotherapy, and ketamine therapy with an emphasis on individualized treatment and long-term wellbeing.

✓ ABPN Board-Certified Psychiatrist | ✓ NEI Master Psychopharmacologist | ✓ ACLS Certified | ✓ Voted Best Psychiatrist of South Scottsdale 2025 | ✓ Self-Pay · Direct Care · No Insurance Delays

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“One of the most refreshing experiences I’ve had with a Psychiatrist or Doctor for that matter… Because of his help, my life is so much better today.” — Diane G

Psychiatric Services in Scottsdale & Phoenix :

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Medication Management

Psychiatric medication management should never feel rushed or impersonal. Dr. DePalma combines advanced psychopharmacology training with a background in molecular biology and genetics to create thoughtful, individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s symptoms, history, goals, and response to treatment.

Medication management services are available for a wide range of conditions including ADHD, depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, PTSD, and psychotic disorders.

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Psychotherapy & Talk Therapy

One Psychiatry offers psychotherapy and medication management within the same practice and with the same physician. This integrated approach allows treatment to remain consistent, collaborative, and deeply personalized over time.

Therapy approaches may include supportive psychotherapy, CBT, ACT, mindfulness-based strategies, and insight-oriented work depending on the individual needs of each patient.

For many adults seeking psychiatric care in Scottsdale or Phoenix, having both therapy and medication treatment coordinated by one provider creates a more cohesive and effective experience.

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Ketamine Therapy & Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy

Dr. DePalma provides ketamine therapy and ketamine assisted psychotherapy for adults struggling with treatment-resistant depression and related conditions.

Ketamine therapy may help patients who have not responded adequately to traditional antidepressants or psychotherapy alone. Treatment is approached carefully and thoughtfully, with attention to safety, preparation, therapeutic integration, and long-term progress.

Patients seeking ketamine therapy in Scottsdale and the Phoenix area often come to One Psychiatry for a more personalized and grounded approach to care.

Conditions Treated in Scottsdale & Phoenix :

Dr. Michael DePalma, DO ABPN Board Certified Psychiatrist

Dr. Michael DePalma is a board-certified psychiatrist serving Scottsdale, Phoenix, and surrounding areas of Arizona. He completed psychiatry residency training through the University of Arizona and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

In addition to active psychotherapy practice, Dr. DePalma holds advanced training in psychopharmacology through the Neuroscience Education Institute as a Diplomate Master Psychopharmacologist. His background in molecular biology and genetics contributes to a careful and individualized approach to psychiatric treatment.

One Psychiatry was built around the belief that mental health care should feel personal, thoughtful, and unhurried. As a self-pay direct-care practice, appointments are designed to allow the time and attention necessary for meaningful psychiatric evaluation and ongoing treatment.

Meet Dr. DePalma
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What Our Patients Say :

“He listens without judgment and offers thoughtful guidance that actually helps.” — R.R.

“He cares about the overall well-being of his patients, and does a wonderful job explaining conditions and available treatment options.” — C.L.

“He really listens to you, and goes out of his way to find solutions.” — X.

Why Choose Dr. DePalma as Your Psychiatrist in Scottsdale and Phoenix?

Individualized Treatment

No two patients are the same. Treatment plans are tailored carefully to each person’s symptoms, history, biology, and goals rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.

Integrated Therapy & Medication Care

Psychotherapy and medication management can work together in powerful ways when coordinated thoughtfully within the same treatment relationship.

Advanced Psychopharmacology Training

Dr. DePalma’s additional training in psychopharmacology supports a careful, evidence-based approach to psychiatric medication treatment.

Calm, Supportive Environment

Patients consistently describe Dr. DePalma as warm, thoughtful, nonjudgmental, and genuinely attentive.

Convenient Scottsdale Location

The office is centrally located in Scottsdale and serves patients throughout the Phoenix metro area, including Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and North Phoenix.

Consistently Highly Rated Dr. DePalma has been consistently voted to top provider lists and is highly rated across the internet as a Best Psychiatrist in Scottsdale and Phoenix.

Many patients come to One Psychiatry looking for a more thoughtful and comprehensive approach to mental health treatment than they have experienced elsewhere.

Dr. DePalma works with adults across Scottsdale, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and surrounding communities. 

Treatment may involve psychotherapy, medication management, lifestyle assessment, biologic lab evaluation, or ketamine therapy depending on each individual’s needs and goals.

Whether someone is struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma-related symptoms, insomnia, or more complex psychiatric concerns, the focus remains the same: careful evaluation, collaborative treatment planning, and compassionate long-term care.

Patients searching for the best psychiatrist in Scottsdale consistently find their way to Dr. DePalma — and just as consistently, they stay.

The Clinic 

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Take the First Step

Seeking help can feel overwhelming, especially when previous treatment experiences have felt rushed or impersonal. One Psychiatry was created to offer a psychiatric experience centered around individualized treatment, and meaningful therapeutic care.

Whether you are seeking psychotherapy, medication management, ketamine therapy, or a combination of services, One Psychiatry is here to help.

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Scottsdale Office

5635 N Scottsdale Rd Suite #170, Scottsdale, AZ 85250

P: (480) 296-2048

F: (844) 965-9513

Serving Scottsdale, Phoenix Mesa & Tempe

Telehealth available for established patients following in-person evaluation, with a minimum of one in-person visit per year.

For more information on finding quality psychiatric care visit the American Psychiatric Association → psychiatry.org

 https://www.psychiatry.org