Barbara Kenerson | An ADHD Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
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Barbara Kenerson, PMHNP, is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 35 years of experience in healthcare and a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered mental health care. Throughout her career, she has learned that meaningful healing begins with listening, trust, and genuine human connection.
Drawing on decades of clinical experience, Barbara brings a broad and well-rounded perspective to her psychiatric practice. She is dedicated to creating a calm, supportive environment where individuals feel comfortable sharing their concerns without fear of judgment.
Barbara’s approach is collaborative and evidence-based, emphasizing thoughtful medication management, patient education, and shared decision-making. Her goal extends beyond symptom relief to support long-term emotional wellness, resilience, and an improved quality of life.
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Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cal-Optima
- Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA)
- CenCal
- Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
- Cigna and Evernorth
- First Health
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- HMC Healthworks
- Magellan
- Medi-Cal
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- New Directions | Lucet
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sutter
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Uprise Health
- Zelis Healthcare
Barbara Kenerson | An ADHD Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
Email us or call with questions - (619) 566-1332
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 95028063 Barbara Kennerson
Psychiatric Nurse: Barbara Kennerson
Barbara Kenerson | An ADHD Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Psychosis
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
Barbara Kenerson | An ADHD Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
Email us or call with questions - (619) 566-1332
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Barbara Kenerson | An ADHD Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
Email us or call with questions - (619) 566-1332
Location
Additional Location
Long Beach, CA 90806
(619) 566-1332Nearby Areas
Barbara Kenerson | An ADHD Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (619) 566-1332