I am a board-certified Stanford trained adult psychiatrist in practice for over 35 years. I provide compassionate, empathic and knowledge based care. Together, we will gain insight and knowledge about you and where your strengths and conflicts may be. Each person comes with a unique background and through this perspective, I will work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that is tailored to your needs. It is important to understand you as a whole person so that I can provide you with the most up-to-date treatment recommendations. My areas of specialty include mood disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders and life transitions including divorce and loss. I provide psychotherapy and medication with integration of both when indicated. I received my MD from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed my psychiatry training at Stanford University Medical Center. My practice is located close to downtown Palo Alto with satellite offices in Pacifica and Half Moon Bay for patients who live on the coastside. You can visit my website at: http://web.stanford.edu/~corelli/ and you can read some of the articles I have written about my clinical interests at: http://web.stanford.edu/~corelli/shortworks.html
...See LessLearn about this doctor
Dr. Corelli's Care Philosophy
Congratulations on being named one of US News and World Report's 'Top Doctors'. US News and World Report 2012 Richard J. Corelli, M.D. Top Psychiatrists There are 996 top psychiatrists on the list of U.S. News Top Doctors. These physicians were selected based on a peer nomination process Richard J. Corelli, M.D. Dr. Corelli, Congratulations on being named one of US News and World Report's 'Top Doctors'. We've added this icon to your Doximity profile to reflect your respected standing among your
Dr. Corelli's Experience
17
Specialties
For the best healthcare for your needs, choose a doctor who specializes in your medical condition.
1
Board Certifications
Board certification indicates that a doctor is highly qualified in the medical field in which they practice.
93
Conditions Treated
Check to see that this provider treats your medical condition.
6
Procedures Performed
Check to see that this provider performs the procedure that you need.
Background Check
Check to see if your provider has any malpractices, board actions, or sanctions.
Education
Learn more about where this provider went to medical school, residency, and more.
Awards & Recognition
View information about special awards and recognition for this provider.
Languages Spoken
Check to see what languages this provider and/or staff speak.
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
View memberships and affiliations associated with this provider.
Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Corelli to family and friends is 4 out of 5
Have you seen Dr. Corelli?
Visiting Dr. Corelli
Dr. Corelli accepts 57 insurance carriers
Dr. Corelli is now accepting new patients
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Quality
Check out the quality of care at the 2 hospitals where Dr. Corelli has admitting privileges.
Dr. Corelli's Reviews
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Corelli to family and friends
based on 65 total reviews (11 with comments)
Psychotherapy is a careful and slow process and it is important to know everything about the patient not just their symptoms. I want to know your strengths and vulnerabilities so that I can understand the problems you are struggling with and to see if these might be repetitive patterns from the past that can be changed once they are recognized and understood. It is important to talk about your...
morePatient Comments (11)
15
-sister margaret in Palo Alto, CA | Mar 31, 2016
I am baffled by positive reviews about talk therapy. He makes you come in once a week and sits there silent while you talk, offering NO insight. maybe even sleeping with his eyes open. how can one tell? total rubbish. switched to actual therapist with actual techniques. Doing their job. what a scam he runs.
Dr. Richard Corelli, MD's response:
Submitted on October 3, 2016
Richard Corelli's Response
Psychotherapy is a careful and slow process and it is important to know everything about the patient not just their symptoms. It is important to me to understand why you wish to stop treatment at a particular time since this can often be an indication of our getting close to some sensitive issue that is often vital to talk about in order to bring about recovery.
15
-Jennifer in San Jose, CA | Feb 05, 2016
In less than one minute, I explained my desperation to Dr. Corelli, asking if he could help me. He then asked me if I heard his instructions about filling out paperwork and refused to answer my question. Knowing I am paying cash for an appointment, I will not be paying for lack of compassion in a desperate time.
Dr. Richard Corelli, MD's response:
Submitted on October 3, 2016
Richard Corelli's Response
Sometimes psychotherapy takes time . . a lot of time. It is also important that there be a good fit between the psychotherapist and the patient. Sometimes patients are looking for a 'quick fix' with medication but I am interested in working with you on deeper long term changes that will help in your recovery and allow you to live your life more fully. It does take patience and commitment. Psychotherapy is not for everyone. You will know when you are ready.
15
-Sean B in Half Moon Bay, CA | Jan 23, 2016
I tried to make an appointment with Dr Corelli. He sent me a large amount of paperwork to fill out ahead of time, including the top half of a claim form (which, as a physician myself, I have never made a patient fill out). He also required me to sign a statement that I would pay his full rate of $150/hr for every missed/cancelled appointment for which he did not receive a week's advance notice. I didn't sign it, so he wrote me back a tersely worded email refusing to accept me as a patient.
Dr. Richard Corelli, MD's response:
Submitted on October 3, 2016
My approach in therapy is psychodynamic which means I attempt to look with you at deeper meanings and patterns for the symptoms and behaviors that are causing you stress or difficulties in your relationship or occupation. I am here to help you recognize and identify those patterns so that you can have some hope of possibly changing them or accepting and compensating for them in other ways. Recognition and understanding are the first steps toward change.
55
-Kristen K in San Francisco, CA | Dec 30, 2015
Terrific experience, and ongoing. I've been w Dr Corelli for about 6 years- originally to help me stop making stupid choices (I have) and now to stay on track. I never had therapy before and was surprised how little Corelli spoke- he mostly gave small prompts- which I needed in order to make my own decisions and understand consequences. I know nothing about Corelli, and this made it surprisingly easy to be honest and confident. Corelli's great. I can't recommend him or his style any higher.
45
Dec 25, 2015
recommended for talk therapy. Does not specialize in psychopharmacology.
55
-David Price in Daly City, CA | Dec 23, 2015
Dr. Corelli's training, insight and skilled ability at honing in on not only my initial diagnosis, but also key issues needing addressed, has opened up a new world for me; one I never thought existed. Through weekly psychotherapy, and compliance on my end, we've been able to work through both the minor issues, and the initial breakthroughs of self discovery that has helped me succeed in not only personal life, but also, life. I would recommend him to any adult seeking the aforementioned.
45
Half Moon Bay, CA | Dec 22, 2015
I have seen Dr. Correlli for over six months. Through weekly therapy and medication he has helped me manage my symptoms of bipolar significantly.
His manner is taciturn, but I find the results very helpful.
55
Columbia, MO | Dec 20, 2015
I highly recommend Dr. Corelli for his careful attention to his patient care.
55
-M. A. in Palo Alto, CA | Dec 20, 2015
I see Dr. Corelli since about 5 years ago. During this time, I think the psychotherapy sessions with him helped me a lot in dealing with my condition. Dr. Corelli is very helpful in giving me feedback about my experiences and I feel that I can trust him in sharing my thoughts and feelings.
45
San Carlos, CA | Dec 20, 2015
Dr. Corelli is the first psychiatrist I have seen so I do not have any experience with other doctors with which to compare. In my experience, he is very insightful and thoughtful and often helps me see things with a new perspective.
55
-David in San Mateo, CA | Dec 20, 2015
He has helped me immensely with my social anxiety.
Have you seen Dr. Richard Corelli, MD?
Compare Dr. Corelli
Compare this Doctor
View other doctors with similar experience to find the right doctor for you.
Patient Satisfaction
Distance
2 miles awayPatient Satisfaction
Distance
1.7 miles awayPatient Satisfaction
Distance
1.2 miles awayPatient Satisfaction
Patient Satisfaction
Distance
1.9 miles awayPatient Satisfaction
Distance
4.3 miles awayPatient Satisfaction
Distance
2 miles awayPatient Satisfaction
Patient Satisfaction
Patient Satisfaction
Distance
1.2 miles awaySee all psychiatrists in Palo Alto, CA