“My favorite part of psychiatry is how it's rooted in human connection--the privilege of sitting with another person in their most vulnerable moments, truly listening to their stories, and then walking alongside them as they grow. Together, we get to learn from each other about resilience and what it means to be human. Raised by a family of Vietnamese immigrants, I love exploring how cultural background intertwines with and shapes mental health experiences. I find deep fulfillment in creating connections that empower families to navigate challenges together. I also grew up during the dawn of the internet and have developed an interest in gaming culture. This has helped me recognize how technology can connect and also overwhelm us. It is a personal interest of mine to help guide young people of today to find balance so their relationships can also thrive beyond the screen”
Nikki Nguyen, MD
Patient Ages: 5 – 65
South Pasadena
Bio
Dr. Nikki Nguyen is a double board-certified psychiatrist who has a specialization in child and adolescent mental health care.
She obtained her medical doctorate degree from Western Michigan University where she also was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society for recognition of compassionate patient care. She made her way back home to southern California where she completed both psychiatry residency as well as child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of California, Irvine.
Dr. Nguyen’s care philosophy emphasizes the integration of therapy and lifestyle changes alongside thoughtful medication management to address each person’s unique needs. In her free time, you can find Dr. Nguyen staying in touch with family and friends across the US through online gaming, baking and decorating layer cakes, and singing along to her favorite showtunes with her husband.