About
Get to Know Dr. Hajek
Dr. Hajek is a female psychiatrist who is widely respected by her peers and who is known for her friendly and efficient style and attention to detail. Clients refer their friends and family to her practice knowing that she provides the highest quality comprehensive care in a warm and welcoming environment.
Professional Background
After she earned her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine, one of the top medical schools in the country, Dr. Hajek completed her psychiatric specialty training at the prestigious Harvard Longwood Psychiatry Residency Training Program in Boston, Massachusetts–where she also held the position of Chief Resident of Emergency Psychiatric Services.
She is board certified and obtained her professional accreditation from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She has been a member of the American College of Physician Executives, the American Psychiatric Association, the Washington State Psychiatric Association, and the Snohomish County Medical Society.
Prior to starting her private practice, she was a staff member for many years at several highly regarded multi-specialty clinics and hospitals in the Seattle area.
Find a Psychiatrist That Is a Good Match For You
Is a female psychiatrist right for you? Is a male psychotherapist right for you? Everybody is different. Your situation, symptoms, strengths and life experiences are unique. Dr. Hajek’s skill set, knowledge, experience and approach to patient care is unique.
The therapeutic relationship with your practitioner is an integral part of the healing process–it is important not only to find a psychiatrist that you trust, but also one whose personality and practice style is a good fit for you.
Partnership: Working Together To Help You Feel Your Best
The healing process is a joint effort.
In essence, Dr. Hajek’s role is both consultant and teacher and her job is to inform and advise. As she learns about you, her goal is to utilize her psychiatric expertise to
- examine the factors that are contributing to your current symptoms
- educate you about your illness
- teach you about your treatment choices
- monitor your progress
- and get to the root of the problem–to prevent it from happening again.
Getting better is a collaborative effort between you and your doctor. If you are willing to dedicate the time and effort to show up and do the work–whether it be tolerating uncomfortable feelings, examining your thought patterns, improving your lifestyle choices, or taking medication until your symptoms abate–then Dr. Hajek’s practice may be a good fit for you.
Personal Note
In her free time, Dr. Hajek enjoys gardening and spending time outdoors.