Dr. Monica Teresa P. Gordon is a distinguished and compassionate psychiatrist with a longstanding commitment to whole-person, patient-centered care. A graduate of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Dr. Gordon completed her psychiatry residency at the esteemed UCLA/SFV VA Psychiatry Residency Program, followed by specialized training through the UCLA Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship. She holds double board certification in General Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.<br />
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Since 2007, Dr. Gordon has dedicated her clinical expertise exclusively to the Riverside University Health System (RUHS) Behavioral Health Clinics. In 2019, she joined the Behavioral Health Integrative Team at the Perris and Perris Valley Community Health Clinics, expanding her reach in community-based mental health services. She also serves part-time in an administrative leadership role as the Associate Medical Director of the Older Adult Clinics within the RUHS Behavioral Health Department, helping to guide and enhance services for aging populations.<br />
In addition to her clinical and administrative responsibilities, Dr. Gordon is an Assistant Clinical Professor with UCR Health Sciences and the Riverside University Health System Psychiatry Residency Programs, contributing actively to psychiatric education and mentorship.<br />
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Her approach to care reflects a deep understanding that mental health is shaped by a wide range of medical and psychosocial factors. Dr. Gordon works collaboratively with patients and allied health professionals to develop treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals, ensuring that every aspect of care aligns with the values and voices of those she serves.<br />
Outside of her clinical and academic roles, Dr. Gordon is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness. Since 2008, she has actively supported and raised funds for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), championing efforts to reduce stigma and improve access to care for individuals living with mental illness.<br />
