Timothy Veal

Board Certified Psychiatrist and Educator

Dr. Timothy M. Veal, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist with a career spanning clinical psychiatry, military service, and global health leadership. Based in La Jolla, California, he leads a small, exclusive private practice offering personalized psychodynamic psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and medication management. His approach emphasizes holistic wellness and performance optimization tailored to each individual's unique needs.

A University of Massachusetts School of Medicine graduate, Dr. Veal completed his psychiatry residency at the Naval Medical Center San Diego. He continues to deepen his expertise through psychoanalytic training at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center, which equips him with a nuanced understanding of complex internal processes. This training enables him to uncover and address deep-seated patterns and obstacles, empowering individuals to achieve transformative growth and meaningful change.

Dr. Veal’s career includes service in the U.S. Navy, where he provided psychiatric care in diverse and challenging environments, including Guantanamo Bay. His leadership roles encompassed ethics initiatives, humanitarian missions, and comprehensive care for military and civilian populations.

Dr. Veal serves as Medical Director at Elevance Health, driving innovative programs that enhance care delivery and outcomes across the healthcare sector. As a Global Advisory Board Member for Unify Health, he collaborates on groundbreaking solutions that address the unique needs of athletes, emphasizing the intersection of technology, performance, and mental wellness.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Veal is a dedicated educator and thought leader. He fosters meaningful dialogue on mental health and resilience through his blog and social media platforms, inspiring individuals, organizations, and communities to prioritize holistic growth and wellness. Through strategic collaborations with global leaders and organizations, he champions mental health solutions that advance resilience, innovation, and performance at individual and systemic levels.