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Dr. Timothy Liu, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
3.9 (7)
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22 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Timothy Liu, MD

Dr. Timothy Liu, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, has 22 years of experience. They graduated from THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG / FACULTY OF MEDICINE.

Dr. Liu works at Lifespan Puente De Vida Prienta De Vida in La Jolla, CA with other offices in San Diego, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Psychosis Due to Mental Illness and Major Depressive Disorder along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Liu's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Lifespan Puente De Vida Prienta De Vida
    3013 Woodford Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 412-3554
  2. 2
    Torrey Hills Health and Family Counseling Inc.
    11622 El Camino Real Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92130 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 264-6463
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    12395 El Camino Real Ste 105, San Diego, CA 92130 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 264-6463
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    Linda Vista Health Care Center
    6973 Linda Vista Rd, San Diego, CA 92111 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 279-0925

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    Feb 27, 2019
    Dr. Liu is an excellent psychiatrist with compassion and insight. He helped stabilize our teen and continues to be a big part of his healing after dealing with years of bullying. I recommend Dr. Liu to others.
    San Diego, CA — Feb 27, 2019
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    About Dr. Timothy Liu, MD

    Specialties
    • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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    Years of Experience
    • 22 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1720262801
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG / FACULTY OF MEDICINE
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    Dr. Liu has an average wait time of Under 10 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Liu has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Liu has seen patients for Psychosis Due to Mental Illness and Major Depressive Disorder, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Liu on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Liu. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Liu.

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