Medical Interests:
- General Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
About Dr. Barr:
- Dr. Christian Barr is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in general psychiatry as well as child and adolescent psychiatry. With five years of experience, Dr. Barr is dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and mood and anxiety disorders. She combines evidence-based practices with a compassionate, patient-centered approach, aiming to provide each person with the tools they need for lasting mental wellness.
- Dr. Barr received her medical degree from Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences and completed her residency and fellowship at Prisma Health-USC, where she honed her skills in treating both children and adults. She is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, keeping her at the forefront of developments in her field.
- Growing up in a rural Midwestern community with limited healthcare resources, Dr. Barr felt inspired from a young age to pursue a career in medicine and address disparities in mental health care access. This background continues to drive her passion for health equity and informs her understanding of her patients' challenges.
- In her personal time, Dr. Barr enjoys spending quiet moments at home with her husband and their rescue animals, exploring new places, and collecting books and vinyl records. Dr. Barr’s commitment to her patients goes beyond clinical care; she strives to be remembered as someone who listened deeply and made a meaningful difference in the lives of those she served.
