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Dr Lea Lis, known as 'The Shameless Psychiatrist', is a double-certified adult and child psychiatrist who has worked with families since the beginning of her career. Dr Lis is a highly respected authority on the wide range of mental health challenges that children might face. She also offers specialized knowledge and insight on how to talk to children about sex.

Dr Lis works as Primary Practioner at Mindful Kid based in Southampton, New York. Here, she aims to help parents, children and adolescents face emotional and mental challenges on multiple fronts and adopt healthy attitudes and practices.

Dr Lis frequently appears in the mainstream media, commenting on parenting and children’s health. She has been consulted by the likes of The Chicago Tribune, The Washington Post, ABC, CBS and NBC.

Dr Lis has served on the National Ethics Committee and on the Board of Trustees for the American Psychiatric Association. She is the author of the book, No Shame: Real Talk With Your Kids About Sex, Self-Confidence, and Healthy Relationships.

Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Psychiatric and Mental Health NursingNew York Medical College2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), PsychologyDartmouth College 1998
1 Honor/Award
New York Medical College2003
Stephen P. Jewett Memorial Award and Scholarship for Excellence in Psychiatry
1 Book
Book cover of "No Shame: Real Talk With Your Kids About Sex, Self-Confidence, and Healthy Relationships"