Dr. Straun is a dedicated medical professional with a wide-ranging skill set suitable for individuals seeking anything from general care to state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatment.  Dr. Straun received his medical degree from Rutgers Medical School, and he completed his residency in adult psychiatry at the University of Medicine and Dentistry. He then completed his fellowship in addiction psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and currently serves as an assistant professor in psychiatry.  Dr. Straun’s professional passion rests in connecting with patients and communities to maximize individuals’ mental health and wellness. He is the owner of Straun Health and Wellness, an integrative psychiatric practice focused on mental, physical, and spiritual health, with offices in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Dr. Straun firmly believes that the promotion of mental health and the integration of physical and mental wellness are important factors in determining one’s quality of life. His primary modes of service include psychiatric evaluation, a complementary style of psychotherapy, medical management, motivational enhancement therapy, auricular acupuncture, and other holistic models of recovery for individuals suffering from mental illness and substance use disorders.  He is a pivotal member of the Barbershop Health Network, a community service project with a mission of decreasing health disparities for men of color using barbers.

Straun Health and Wellness

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