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Dr. Kelsey Bradshaw

Dr. Kelsey Bradshaw

Dr. Kelsey Bradshaw is a clinical psychologist for the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Program at Sharp Mesa Vista. He loves working closely with youth as well as the team members on his unit. He also enjoys educating others about mental health, and supervising psychology trainees.

Outside of work, Dr. Bradshaw spends his time with his wife and their three children. Together they love taking advantage of San Diego's weather.

To learn more about Sharp's mental health services or to schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277).

Dr. Kelsey Bradshaw is a clinical psychologist for the Child and Adolescent Inpatient Program at Sharp Mesa Vista. He loves working closely with youth as well as the team members on his unit. He also enjoys educating others about mental health, and supervising psychology trainees.

Outside of work, Dr. Bradshaw spends his time with his wife and their three children. Together they love taking advantage of San Diego's weather.

To learn more about Sharp's mental health services or to schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277).

Stories by Dr. Kelsey Bradshaw

Talking with kids about school violence

Talking with kids about troubling current events

News of school shootings, war, climate change and other troubling events seems endless. Learn how to help kids feel safe and cope with their emotions.

Boy on his device

Is my child spending too much time online?

The U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory highlighting the need to support the mental health of children and teens who use social media.

Teenager at the beach on a swing

Teens are in crisis: How we can help

According to a recent study, poor mental health and suicidal thoughts and behaviors have steadily increased among all teens from 2011 to 2021.

Mother comforting her daughter

How do I discipline my depressed child?

Dr. Kelsey Bradshaw shares how parents can support children with depression.

Friends using their phones

How old should kids be to use social media?

It’s often difficult for parents to know when it’s safe for kids to sign up for social media apps.

Young girl sad on smart phone

Limiting teens’ exposure to drugs online

Kids are using social media to buy drugs, potentially leading to addiction or overdose.

Mother and daughter talking on the couch

Why ‘the talk’ should touch on pornography

Pornography: Kids might be viewing it, so parents should be talking to them about it.

Daughter hugging mother smiling together on couch.

Helping kids learn to name their feelings

Helping kids name their feelings can lead to better coping with tough emotions.

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