Medication Management Psychiatrists in Calabasas, CA
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides medication management and supportive care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, and other mental health challenges.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I take the time to understand each person's unique experiences, symptoms, strengths, and goals before making treatment recommendations. I use evidence-based medication management while also emphasizing education, healthy coping strategies, and open communication.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who provides medication management and supportive care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, and other mental health challenges.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I take the time to understand each person's unique experiences, symptoms, strengths, and goals before making treatment recommendations. I use evidence-based medication management while also emphasizing education, healthy coping strategies, and open communication.
My primary role as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner is providing psychiatric medication management, but I also provide TMS and psychotherapy for my patients.
Even on a good day, life can be overwhelming. Buzzing phones, work obligations, relationships, family, to-do lists, email overload, expectations and illness. Feeling like you just can’t handle it all? With so many unknowns in life, we can often feel overwhelmed, stressed out, and scared. I believe that every individual has the right to feel seen and heard. I chose to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in California after being a patient myself. I made the decision to help others that were struggling with their mental health because of my own personal experience as a patient.
My primary role as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner is providing psychiatric medication management, but I also provide TMS and psychotherapy for my patients.
Even on a good day, life can be overwhelming. Buzzing phones, work obligations, relationships, family, to-do lists, email overload, expectations and illness. Feeling like you just can’t handle it all? With so many unknowns in life, we can often feel overwhelmed, stressed out, and scared. I believe that every individual has the right to feel seen and heard. I chose to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner in California after being a patient myself. I made the decision to help others that were struggling with their mental health because of my own personal experience as a patient.
Throughout her career, Mina has assisted individuals who have faced various mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and PTSD. Every person is unique and extraordinary, deserving of respect and personalized care. Mina’s approach is to develop a partnership as we embark on a journey toward achieving optimal mental wellness and healing. Your time together is a safe and therapeutic place for you to talk about how you feel and what you're thinking. Accepting that each person is unique, each person's experiences and struggles are too.
Throughout her career, Mina has assisted individuals who have faced various mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and PTSD. Every person is unique and extraordinary, deserving of respect and personalized care. Mina’s approach is to develop a partnership as we embark on a journey toward achieving optimal mental wellness and healing. Your time together is a safe and therapeutic place for you to talk about how you feel and what you're thinking. Accepting that each person is unique, each person's experiences and struggles are too.
He integrates evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques to support medication management and long-term recovery.
He is especially passionate about working with individuals who have developmental or neurological differences, including those on the autism spectrum or those with head injuries. He also has experience supporting first responders, military veterans, and individuals from the LGBTQ+ and foster care communities. Dr.
He integrates evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques to support medication management and long-term recovery.
He is especially passionate about working with individuals who have developmental or neurological differences, including those on the autism spectrum or those with head injuries. He also has experience supporting first responders, military veterans, and individuals from the LGBTQ+ and foster care communities. Dr.
I am a double board certified child, adolescent and adult (general) psychiatrist with a focus on children, teens, young adults and adult mental health. I provide a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation then make recommendations for specific conditions including different therapeutic approaches and if necessary medication. I specialize in working with children/adolescents and focus on development, behavior, educational and social functioning. I work closely with parents or guardians to better understand the child/adolescent and most importantly to help them thrive.
I am a double board certified child, adolescent and adult (general) psychiatrist with a focus on children, teens, young adults and adult mental health. I provide a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation then make recommendations for specific conditions including different therapeutic approaches and if necessary medication. I specialize in working with children/adolescents and focus on development, behavior, educational and social functioning. I work closely with parents or guardians to better understand the child/adolescent and most importantly to help them thrive.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Jari Pohankova is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience working with psychiatric patients at UCLA. Her focus is on viewing each individual holistically and addressing the root cause of disease by providing an individualized approach and healing all aspects of life that contribute to mental illness (mental, spiritual, physical, nutritional, relational, and stress management). Jari believes that mental health and resilience are a foundation for a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life.Jari Pohankova is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience working wit
Jari Pohankova is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience working with psychiatric patients at UCLA. Her focus is on viewing each individual holistically and addressing the root cause of disease by providing an individualized approach and healing all aspects of life that contribute to mental illness (mental, spiritual, physical, nutritional, relational, and stress management). Jari believes that mental health and resilience are a foundation for a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life.Jari Pohankova is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience working wit
Leyla is especially dedicated to working with patients who face complex or challenging circumstances. She offers care for those recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital, individuals participating in court-ordered treatment, and patients navigating disability-related needs and documentation. She approaches these sensitive situations with a nonjudgmental, collaborative style, ensuring her patients feel respected and supported while receiving the treatment they need.
Leyla is especially dedicated to working with patients who face complex or challenging circumstances. She offers care for those recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital, individuals participating in court-ordered treatment, and patients navigating disability-related needs and documentation. She approaches these sensitive situations with a nonjudgmental, collaborative style, ensuring her patients feel respected and supported while receiving the treatment they need.
I work with motivated adults facing the full range of psychiatric disorders including addiction, bipolar disorder, psychosis, anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD who want deeper understanding, precise assessment, and a culturally sensitive approach to long-term healing.
I work with motivated adults facing the full range of psychiatric disorders including addiction, bipolar disorder, psychosis, anxiety, depression, trauma, or ADHD who want deeper understanding, precise assessment, and a culturally sensitive approach to long-term healing.
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient's cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
My approach is based on integrative psychiatry, which uses medications, therapy and complementary medicine to treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. I address the combined impact of sleep, lifestyle, relationships, nutrition and chronic medical conditions on well-being, and use cutting edge tools like genetic testing to guide personalized treatment with medication and supplements. I consider the patient's cultural background in my assessments and I can provide treatment in Spanish, Portuguese, French and Italian. My goal is to help my patients create lasting changes and build vitality, resilience and purpose in life.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Riz Ahmad, known as Dr. Riz, is a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente, a mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Originally from New York, Dr. Riz grew up in a Pakistani-American family of 70+ first-degree relatives, an experience that piqued his interest in interpersonal relationships and human psychology. He is the recipient of multiple awards for excellence in psychiatric care and leadership and is known for bringing an unassuming familiarity in his everyday interactions.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Riz Ahmad, known as Dr. Riz, is a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente, a mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Originally from New York, Dr. Riz grew up in a Pakistani-American family of 70+ first-degree relatives, an experience that piqued his interest in interpersonal relationships and human psychology. He is the recipient of multiple awards for excellence in psychiatric care and leadership and is known for bringing an unassuming familiarity in his everyday interactions.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Mattison is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Mattison’s goal with every client is to co-create a therapeutic relationship based on trust. She considers the individual holistically when assessing mental health needs and values collaboration in pursuit of psychological growth. Mattison is as compassionate as she is knowledgeable, allowing clients to feel understood, validated, and supported.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Mattison is a board-certified physician assistant at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Mattison’s goal with every client is to co-create a therapeutic relationship based on trust. She considers the individual holistically when assessing mental health needs and values collaboration in pursuit of psychological growth. Mattison is as compassionate as she is knowledgeable, allowing clients to feel understood, validated, and supported.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, s/he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Marin is a board-certified osteopathic physician at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Embracing a collaborative approach to mental health care, Dr. Marin draws on her background as an osteopathic physician with additional training in integrative psychiatry. She incorporates a diverse range of treatment options into her practice to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual's unique needs and preferences.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, s/he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Marin is a board-certified osteopathic physician at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Embracing a collaborative approach to mental health care, Dr. Marin draws on her background as an osteopathic physician with additional training in integrative psychiatry. She incorporates a diverse range of treatment options into her practice to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual's unique needs and preferences.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Villa is a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente, a mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She is a compassionate bilingual Spanish-English specialist with deep experience in community psychiatry. Regardless of the complexity of the issue, Dr. Villa prioritizes personalized understanding of the diverse needs of her clients. “Mental health challenges don’t define who we are," she says. "I work hard to understand the entire person so we can find solutions together.”
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Villa is a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente, a mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She is a compassionate bilingual Spanish-English specialist with deep experience in community psychiatry. Regardless of the complexity of the issue, Dr. Villa prioritizes personalized understanding of the diverse needs of her clients. “Mental health challenges don’t define who we are," she says. "I work hard to understand the entire person so we can find solutions together.”
Nadia is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and helps with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and sleep disorders.
Nadia is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and helps with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and sleep disorders.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Chanda is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, Tricare, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Chanda’s personal journey through adversity gives her a deep sense of compassion and understanding for those facing life’s challenges. Specializing in trauma-informed, patient-centered care, she is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Welcoming New Patients! Chanda is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, Tricare, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Chanda’s personal journey through adversity gives her a deep sense of compassion and understanding for those facing life’s challenges. Specializing in trauma-informed, patient-centered care, she is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
Our providers offer testing and diagnosis, medication management, various modalities of therapy such as CBT, and telepsychiatry appointments.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
Our providers offer testing and diagnosis, medication management, various modalities of therapy such as CBT, and telepsychiatry appointments.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
She listens closely, offers thoughtful evaluations and conscientious medication management, and works collaboratively with clients to build practical plans that support lasting mental health.
As a provider at Bonmente, Tiffany treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
She listens closely, offers thoughtful evaluations and conscientious medication management, and works collaboratively with clients to build practical plans that support lasting mental health.
As a provider at Bonmente, Tiffany treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Behrod is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience helping adults and seniors.
Behrod is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 10 years of experience helping adults and seniors.
His treatment model includes Medication Management, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Psychotherapy.
He believes adequate treatment often involves more than just medication management and incorporates different therapeutic strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing and psychoeducation.
His treatment model includes Medication Management, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Psychotherapy.
He believes adequate treatment often involves more than just medication management and incorporates different therapeutic strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing and psychoeducation.
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FAQ - Medication Management Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with medication management?
What distinguishes psychiatrists from other mental health professionals is their medical training and ability to prescribe and manage psychiatric medications. Medication management encompasses the ongoing monitoring and adjustment of a client's medications—including types, dosages, and combinations—to ensure optimal treatment of clinical symptoms while minimizing adverse effects. Before prescribing medication, psychiatrists will typically conduct an evaluation that includes an assessment of the client's symptoms, medical history, and previous psychiatric diagnoses. Then, they will develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication, if appropriate. Once medication is initiated, psychiatrists work closely with clients to monitor their response to the treatment and make necessary adjustments to ensure both safety and effectiveness.
What is the psychiatrist's approach to medication and overall treatment?
Most psychiatrists take a holistic approach to medication treatment, recognizing that medication alone is rarely most effective. They typically recommend that clients also engage in psychotherapy or counseling to address any underlying causes of their mental health challenges. Additionally, many psychiatrists collaborate with clients to implement lifestyle modifications that can significantly improve mental health outcomes, such as establishing a healthy sleep routine, developing better stress management techniques, incorporating regular exercise, and building healthy relationships.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in medication management?
The Psychology Today directory is a useful tool to find psychiatrists who specialize in medication management. Using the search filters, clients can search for professionals with expertise in specific conditions, such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use, or trauma. If desired, clients can also narrow their search to providers who share their identity, such as identifying as a specific gender or practicing a given religion. When speaking with potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to ask about their specific expertise in treating your condition and inquire about their approach to medication and behavioral interventions in general. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.