Compassionate Psychiatric Care for Children, Adolescents & Young Adults
John Diggins, MDÂ PsychiatristÂ
Thoughtful, individualized psychiatric evaluation and treatment, with an emphasis on understanding each patient within the context of family, school, relationships, and life experience.Â
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In-person appointments in Hadley, MA, with telehealth available throughout Massachusetts
Conditions Treated
Mood Disorders
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DepressionÂ
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Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Â
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Bipolar DisorderÂ
Anxiety & Obsessive-Compulsive DisordersÂ
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)Â
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Social Anxiety DisorderÂ
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Â
Attention & Behavioral DisordersÂ
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ADHDÂ
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)Â
Trauma & Stress-Related ConditionsÂ
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Â
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Trauma-related emotional and behavioral symptomsÂ
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Adjustment difficulties related to life changes and transitionsÂ
Compassionate Expertise
Meet
John Diggins, MDÂ
John Diggins, MD is a psychiatrist with specialized training and extensive experience caring for children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
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Dr. Diggins completed the Triple Board Program at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and the University of Cincinnati, an integrated program combining training in pediatrics, general psychiatry, and child and adolescent psychiatry.Â
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Over the course of his career, Dr. Diggins has cared for young people across a wide range of settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient and high-acuity programs, and the juvenile justice system. His broader psychiatric experience has also included caring for veterans and working with medical professionals in recovery.Â
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His approach emphasizes thoughtful evaluation, collaboration with patients and families, and understanding each person within the larger context of family, relationships, school, work, and life experience.Â
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LEARN MORE ABOUT JOHN DIGGINS, MD →Â
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Dr. Diggins offers a complimentary 15-minute introductory call for prospective patients and parents. This provides an opportunity to briefly discuss what you are looking for, learn about the practice, and determine whether scheduling a comprehensive initial psychiatric evaluation may be appropriate.Â
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The introductory call is not a psychiatric evaluation or treatment visit and does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.Â
Complimentary 15-Minute Introductory Call
Getting Started
If you are considering care for yourself or your child, please complete our brief prospective patient inquiry form. This helps us learn a little about what you are looking for and determine the appropriate next step.
Read what patients have shared about their experiences with Dr. Diggins on Healthgrades.
