Raghu Appasani, MD

Integrative & Addiction Psychiatrist | Neuroscientist | Social Entrepreneur

Dr. Raghu Kiran Appasani is an Integrative and Addiction Psychiatrist, Neuroscientist, and Social Entrepreneur bridging Western medicine and Eastern practices to promote holistic health. He is the Founder of The MINDS Foundation, supporting mental health for over 6.5 million individuals annually, and Chief Medical Officer of PYM Health, pioneering emotional wellness through nutritional psychiatry.

Dr. Appasani serves as Head of Mental & Metabolic Health at the California Institute for Stress & Resilience, an Assistant Clinical Professor at Mount Sinai, and a Clinical Instructor at UCSF. His research focuses on psychedelics, mindfulness, and consciousness, with over 35 peer-reviewed publications and global recognition for his work in mental health and innovation.

A MAPS-trained MDMA-assisted psychotherapist, Dr. Appasani integrates diverse therapeutic modalities and cutting-edge approaches like lifestyle psychiatry, nutrition, and digital tools. He is passionate about empowering individuals and organizations through mental health literacy and evidence-based care.

A World Economic Forum Global Shaper and StartingBloc Fellow, Dr. Appasani is also a sought-after speaker and advocate for mental health, with features in CNN, Forbes, and The Boston Globe. Beyond psychiatry, he dreams of creating farm-to-table culinary experiences that celebrate community and connection.

You can find out more about Dr. Appasani’s work, go to raghuappasani.com