Dr. Paul C. is a psychiatrist with decades of experience providing comprehensive psychiatric care across child, adolescent, and adult populations. He is deeply committed to helping individuals and families achieve personal well-being through thoughtful, compassionate, and evidence-informed care delivered in a supportive environment. Dr. Paul C. currently serves as a Psychiatrist with Alta California Regional Center, treating patients across the lifespan, and is the Owner and CEO of Healing Pathways Medical Clinic, Inc., where he provides outpatient psychiatric services. His career reflects broad clinical exposure across community mental health, school-based consultation, hospital systems, and private practice. He previously worked as a Consulting Psychiatrist for Lodi Unified School District, supporting students and families within the educational system, and held positions with Yolo County Drug, Alcohol, and Mental Health, Kaiser Medical Foundation, and Sutter Center for Psychiatry, where he served as Medical Director. Dr. Paul C. completed both his Adult Psychiatry Residency and Child Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. He holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, a Master of Science in Physiology, and a Bachelor of Science in Physiological Psychology, providing him with a strong foundation in both the biological and psychosocial dimensions of psychiatric care. He maintains active involvement in professional organizations, including the American Psychiatric Association, American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the American Board of Forensic Psychiatry, reflecting his commitment to professional excellence, ethical practice, and continued learning. Areas of Expertise • Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry • Psychiatric Evaluation and Medication Management • Developmental and Lifespan Psychiatry • Community and Public Sector Mental Health • School-Based Psychiatric Consultation • Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders • Family-Centered Psychiatric Care • Medical Directorship and Clinical Leadership • Forensic Psychiatry Principles • Multidisciplinary and Systems-Based Care Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Paul C. believes effective psychiatric care is built on respectful, transparent, and team-oriented collaboration. He values strong working relationships with nurse practitioners, therapists, educators, and community partners, recognizing that optimal outcomes emerge when clinical perspectives are shared openly and aligned around the patient’s needs. His collaborative approach emphasizes mentorship, clear communication, and mutual respect, while preserving professional autonomy and strengthening the patient–provider relationship. Dr. Paul C. is committed to supporting collaborative clinicians through guidance, clinical insight, and a shared dedication to patient-centered care.