Dr. TeeJay Tripp, DO, is an acclaimed psychiatrist and the visionary founder of Serenity Mental Health Centers. Recognized as one of the top psychiatrists in the Phoenix area, he is known for an approach that prioritizes lasting solutions over simply managing symptoms.

As Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Tripp leads Serenity’s use of innovative treatments, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), ketamine therapy, and outpatient medication management, with a focus on helping patients achieve lasting relief and reclaim their lives.

Education and Background

Dr. Tripp holds dual board certifications in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He earned his medical degree from Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, in 2009. He completed both his residency in General Psychiatry and his fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Maricopa Integrated Health System.

Dr. Tripp began his career as a psychiatrist in Gilbert, AZ, and quickly discovered the transformative impact of TMS on individuals living with depression and other mental health conditions. After seeing firsthand how this FDA-approved, drug-free treatment helped patients with treatment-resistant depression find relief, he committed himself to expanding access to advanced mental health care for individuals who hadn’t found success with traditional medications alone.

Care Philosophy

Dr. Tripp’s goal is never simply to manage your symptoms. His goal is remission and to help you achieve a life where you feel like yourself again. He sees his patients as whole people and believes that effective care means looking beyond the obvious and asking harder questions on your behalf.

He is direct and data-driven, but never cold. Dr. Tripp will take the time to understand your full picture, explain your options clearly, and work with you to build a plan that fits your life. As he puts it, the best outcomes come from true collaboration.

What to Expect

In sessions with Dr. Tripp, patients can expect a thoughtful, honest, and genuinely collaborative experience. He is committed to making sure you understand your treatment options and feel confident in whatever path you choose together. Whether you are coming to Serenity for TMS, medication management, ketamine therapy, or a psychiatric evaluation, you can trust that Dr. Tripp will bring his full attention, his clinical depth, and his unwavering belief that you deserve more than “this is how it’s always been done.”