Dr. Thomas Shoaf is a highly distinguished child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist at Hope Speaks in Richardson, TX. With training from Stanford, Harvard, and UT Southwestern, he specializes in complex medication management for ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
My Treatment Philosophy & Specialties
I believe in an integrative, goal-oriented approach to psychiatric care. My practice combines advanced psychopharmacology with a deep understanding of each patient's unique life context to achieve the best possible outcomes.
My clinical specialties include:
- Mood & Anxiety Disorders: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and generalized anxiety.
- ADHD & Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Expert care for all ages, from childhood through adulthood.
- Complex Medication Management: For cases where standard treatments have been ineffective.
- Forensic Psychiatry: Independent evaluations for legal, custody, and court-related matters.
Unparalleled Expertise & Credentials
My approach is informed by a career dedicated to the highest levels of clinical practice and research.
- Academic Training: Earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his prestigious psychiatry residency at UT Southwestern and his child psychiatry fellowship at Children’s Medical Center of Dallas.
- Academic Leadership: Held faculty appointments at the University of Chicago and UT Southwestern Medical Center.
- Research Pioneer: Served as Principal Investigator on over 30 clinical trials and oversaw the development of FDA-approved medications for ADHD and sleep disorders at a global biopharmaceutical company.
- Board Certification: Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and an elected member of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Authoritative Voice: Authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and contributed to foundational textbooks on ADHD comorbidities.
A Unique Background in Patient Care & Drug Development
My experience is unique among psychiatrists. I have not only treated patients for decades but have also led the development of new psychiatric medications at a global level. This means I possess a deep, molecular-level understanding of how these medications work, their potential benefits, and their side effects. This expertise allows me to make highly precise medication selections, especially for complex or treatment-resistant cases.
Who I Work With
I provide expert psychiatric care for:
- Children & Adolescents: Addressing ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders, and behavioral challenges.
- Adults: Managing ongoing mental health conditions and life transitions.
- Families: Providing diagnostic clarity and treatment plans for complex cases.
Why Choose to Work With Me?
When you choose me as your psychiatrist, you are selecting a professional operating at the highest level of his field.
- Depth of Knowledge: My unique background in both developing and prescribing medications offers an unmatched depth of knowledge in psychopharmacology.
- Goal-Oriented Care: We will set clear treatment goals together and use the most advanced methods to achieve them.
- Commitment to Excellence: My academic and research commitments ensure my treatment recommendations are always informed by the very latest scientific evidence.
Ready to Consult with an Expert?
Take the next step toward precise, expert psychiatric care. Contact Hope Speaks to schedule your evaluation with Dr. Shoaf.
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