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Dr. Dmitriy Sivtsov

Dmitriy Sivtsov, MD

Diplomate of American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

 

Dr. Dmitriy Sivtsov is a board‑certified psychiatrist in San Diego with more than two decades of experience treating depression, anxiety, and complex mood disorders. His approach is calm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence‑based care, helping patients feel understood and supported from the first conversation.

 

He provides comprehensive evaluation, thoughtful medication management, and advanced treatments including TMS and ketamine/Spravato for individuals who have not improved with standard options. Patients consistently describe his style as open, steady, and easy to connect with—qualities that support trust and meaningful progress.

 

Clinical Approach

  • Clear, thorough diagnostic evaluation

  • Balanced, individualized treatment planning

  • Expertise in TMS and ketamine/Spravato for treatment‑resistant depression

  • Coordination with medical physicians and therapists when helpful

  • A calm, patient‑centered style that reduces anxiety and supports honest conversation

 

Professional Recognition

Dr. Sivtsov has been recognized with multiple honors, including the Patient’s Choice Award, Compassionate Doctor Recognition, the OnTime Doctor Award, and designation as a Top Ten Doctor.

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Karla Jessen, CMA

TMS Lead Technician & Medical Assistant

 

Karla Jessen is a Certified Medical Assistant with a degree in Occupational Studies, Medical Specialties/Sciences, and more than a decade of hands‑on clinical experience.

 

As Silverlining Psychiatry’s TMS Lead Technician and Medical Assistant, she brings a steady, reassuring presence to every treatment session. Patients consistently describe her as warm, attentive, and exceptionally easy to connect with.

Karla delivers TMS treatments daily with precision and genuine care, ensuring each patient feels supported, informed, and comfortable throughout their course of treatment. Her combination of clinical skill, calm demeanor, and natural sense of humor helps patients feel at ease—even during their first session.

 

What Patients Appreciate

  • Personalized attention and a welcoming, grounded style

  • Clear communication that reduces anxiety and builds trust

  • A calm, steady presence during TMS sessions

  • A friendly sense of humor that makes treatment feel lighter and more approachable

  • Consistent reliability and professionalism across every visit

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