Board-Certified Adult Psychiatrist

Elizabeth Casalegno

M.D.

Thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care that combines clinical expertise with a deep understanding of the whole person.

Dr. Elizabeth Casalegno is a board-certified adult psychiatrist who provides comprehensive psychiatric care for adults experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns. She combines medication management, psychotherapy, and advanced treatment options such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.

Her approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded in understanding the full context of a person’s experiences, relationships, and goals.

About Dr. Casalegno

Dr. Elizabeth Casalegno is a board-certified adult psychiatrist at Adelpha Psychiatric Group in Pasadena, California.

Her path to psychiatry has been shaped by both scientific rigor and a deep interest in understanding human behavior. Throughout her education and clinical training, she developed a strong foundation in both the biological and psychological aspects of mental health, allowing her to provide care that is comprehensive, individualized, and evidence-based.

Dr. Casalegno believes psychiatric care works best when treatment is tailored to the unique needs of each patient. She takes time to understand the full picture, including symptoms, life experiences, relationships, personal strengths, and long-term goals before making recommendations.

Conditions Treated

Areas of Clinical Interest

Dr. Casalegno has experience treating:

Mood Disorders
Anxiety Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Psychotic Disorders
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Trauma and Trauma-Related Disorders
Reproductive Mental Health Concerns
Complex Psychiatric Conditions
Treatment-Resistant Psychiatric Conditions

Treatment recommendations are individualized and developed collaboratively with each patient based on their needs, goals, and circumstances.

In-Depth Training

Specialized Expertise

Reproductive Psychiatry

Dr. Casalegno has a particular interest in reproductive psychiatry and works with patients navigating psychiatric concerns related to reproductive life stages and transitions. She understands the importance of thoughtful treatment planning when balancing mental health needs with family planning, pregnancy, postpartum, and other reproductive considerations.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Dr. Casalegno has extensive experience treating OCD and utilizes evidence-based approaches that may include medication management and psychotherapy. She is particularly interested in applying psychodynamically informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help patients better understand and address obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and related anxiety.

Psychotic Disorders

Her clinical experience includes the evaluation and treatment of psychotic disorders and other serious mental health conditions. She understands the importance of careful assessment, ongoing support, and individualized treatment planning when working with complex psychiatric presentations.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Dr. Casalegno incorporates advanced treatment options such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) when clinically appropriate. As part of Adelpha’s integrated care model, TMS can be considered alongside medication management and psychotherapy to create a more comprehensive treatment plan.

Approach to Care

Treatment Philosophy

Dr. Casalegno believes psychiatric care should be thoughtful, evidence-based, and personalized.

She works collaboratively with patients to understand not only symptoms, but also the broader context of their lives. Her goal is to help patients gain clarity, improve functioning, and move toward meaningful, lasting improvements in their mental health and overall well-being.

By combining medication management, psychotherapy, and advanced treatment options when appropriate, she creates individualized plans designed to support both immediate symptom relief and long-term growth.

Academic Background

Therapeutic Approaches

Dr. Casalegno utilizes a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches, including:

Treatment is tailored to each patient’s unique needs, goals, and clinical circumstances.

Approach to Care

Education & Training

Academic Background

Academic Leadership & Professional Service

Academic Leadership & Professional Service
Her roles have included:

Volunteer Clinical Faculty, UCLA
Attending Physician, UCLA Psychosis Clinic
Attending Physician, UCLA Resident Psychotherapy Clinic
Board Member and Past President, UCLA Psychiatric Clinical Faculty Association (PCFA)

In recognition of her commitment to teaching, she received the UCLA Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences Outstanding Volunteer Clinical Faculty Teaching Award for 2019-2020 and 2022–2023.

Her continued involvement in psychiatric education reflects her commitment to clinical excellence, mentorship, and advancing high-quality psychiatric care.

Patient Experience

Why Patients Choose Dr. Casalegno

Patients often appreciate Dr.Casalegno’s:

No need to decide alone.

Finding the Right Fit

Choosing a psychiatric provider is an important decision, and many patients are unsure where to begin.

You do not need to select the “perfect” provider before contacting Adelpha.

Our team can help determine which physician or therapist may be the best fit based on:

The goal is to connect you with the provider who is most appropriate for your situation.

If you are unsure where to begin, reaching out is a reasonable first step.

Adelpha provides thoughtful, comprehensive psychiatric care for patients and families who want clear guidance, qualified support, and care that sees the whole person.