Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists in Dana Point, CA
I use a mix of therapy types including CBT, DBT and ACT.
You feel so alone. No one seems to understand what you're going through. You don't feel comfortable anywhere. School is a minefield of social interactions, peer pressures, and demands from teachers. At home, your parents are overbearing and never let you forget that every choice you make now will affect your entire future. It feels like everyone has so many expectations for who you are supposed to be, and you never get a chance to figure out who you actually are. You wish there were somewhere you could go to find peace. Someone you could talk to that might help you navigate this complex time. But you're too scared to reach out.
I use a mix of therapy types including CBT, DBT and ACT.
You feel so alone. No one seems to understand what you're going through. You don't feel comfortable anywhere. School is a minefield of social interactions, peer pressures, and demands from teachers. At home, your parents are overbearing and never let you forget that every choice you make now will affect your entire future. It feels like everyone has so many expectations for who you are supposed to be, and you never get a chance to figure out who you actually are. You wish there were somewhere you could go to find peace. Someone you could talk to that might help you navigate this complex time. But you're too scared to reach out.
Welcoming New Patients! Bubba is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) 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. A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families. With a commitment to optimizing medications while minimizing polypharmacy, he practices holistic care, acknowledging the intricate connection between mental health and physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Welcoming New Patients! Bubba is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) 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. A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families. With a commitment to optimizing medications while minimizing polypharmacy, he practices holistic care, acknowledging the intricate connection between mental health and physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
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.
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.
Specializing in evaluation and medication management During these difficult time we are offering phone sessions to our current and new patients 15 min free consultation will be done by lcsw I am a board certified psychiatrist practing for over 35 Years I work with individuals couples and famlies providing therapy evaluations and medication management for the treatment of depression anxiety panic and bipolar disorder. Why suffer needlessly we can help we have a psychiatrist and lcsw
Specializing in evaluation and medication management During these difficult time we are offering phone sessions to our current and new patients 15 min free consultation will be done by lcsw I am a board certified psychiatrist practing for over 35 Years I work with individuals couples and famlies providing therapy evaluations and medication management for the treatment of depression anxiety panic and bipolar disorder. Why suffer needlessly we can help we have a psychiatrist and lcsw
Charles Scribner, PMHNP-C, is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of nursing experience, committed to supporting patients and their families through challenging times. He earned his Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Azusa Pacific University, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
Charles Scribner, PMHNP-C, is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of nursing experience, committed to supporting patients and their families through challenging times. He earned his Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from Azusa Pacific University, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
We will match you with a provider who specializes in your needs. Our clinicians provide personalized care to ensure that your specific needs are addressed and a customized treatment plan is established. You will have access to our clinicians and support teams from your Patient Portal. And you can schedule visits online.
We will match you with a provider who specializes in your needs. Our clinicians provide personalized care to ensure that your specific needs are addressed and a customized treatment plan is established. You will have access to our clinicians and support teams from your Patient Portal. And you can schedule visits online.
I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
As a certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I help individuals achieve balance, resilience, and lasting healing. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training, I provide holistic, patient-centered care for a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
As a certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I help individuals achieve balance, resilience, and lasting healing. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training, I provide holistic, patient-centered care for a wide range of mental and behavioral health conditions.
Robert is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, serving teens to adults of Southern California. In addition to his experience in the outpatient and private practice setting, he provides homeless mental health care for the Friendship Shelter to the most vulnerable members of our community. Furthermore, he has a strong background in crisis intervention and inpatient mental health through his work at Mission Hospital Laguna Beach. Lastly, he finds great passion in educating & mentoring future healthcare professionals in a teaching role to end the stigma within this ever-changing mental health community.
Robert is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, serving teens to adults of Southern California. In addition to his experience in the outpatient and private practice setting, he provides homeless mental health care for the Friendship Shelter to the most vulnerable members of our community. Furthermore, he has a strong background in crisis intervention and inpatient mental health through his work at Mission Hospital Laguna Beach. Lastly, he finds great passion in educating & mentoring future healthcare professionals in a teaching role to end the stigma within this ever-changing mental health community.
He combines medication management with evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT to provide compassionate, patient-centered treatment that promotes healing, resilience, and long-term emotional well-being.
As a provider at Bonmente, Dr. Bandi 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, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
He combines medication management with evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT to provide compassionate, patient-centered treatment that promotes healing, resilience, and long-term emotional well-being.
As a provider at Bonmente, Dr. Bandi 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, he offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
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.
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I use evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused approaches.
Many of my patients come to me feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure why their mind and body feel disconnected. They may be struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, sleep issues, or physical symptoms that seem tied to emotional strain. Others simply want a physician who listens, takes their concerns seriously, and looks at the full picture, not just the symptoms. My goal is to help you understand what’s happening in your body and support you in moving toward balanced, sustainable health.
I use evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused approaches.
Many of my patients come to me feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure why their mind and body feel disconnected. They may be struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, sleep issues, or physical symptoms that seem tied to emotional strain. Others simply want a physician who listens, takes their concerns seriously, and looks at the full picture, not just the symptoms. My goal is to help you understand what’s happening in your body and support you in moving toward balanced, sustainable health.
His therapeutic interventions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and CBT for Insomnia, helping patients develop practical strategies to manage their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life.
His expertise in these areas allows him to guide patients through some of life’s most challenging experiences, providing them with the tools and support they need to heal and regain control over their lives. He also offers specialized treatment for post-partum depression and anxiety, helping new mothers navigate the complex emotions and mental health challenges that can arise during this period. By focusing on both symptoms and underlying causes, Dr. Li’s holistic approach ensures that his patients receive the most effective and compassionate care possible. In addition to his expertise in trauma and mood disorders, Dr.
His therapeutic interventions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and CBT for Insomnia, helping patients develop practical strategies to manage their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life.
His expertise in these areas allows him to guide patients through some of life’s most challenging experiences, providing them with the tools and support they need to heal and regain control over their lives. He also offers specialized treatment for post-partum depression and anxiety, helping new mothers navigate the complex emotions and mental health challenges that can arise during this period. By focusing on both symptoms and underlying causes, Dr. Li’s holistic approach ensures that his patients receive the most effective and compassionate care possible. In addition to his expertise in trauma and mood disorders, Dr.
I do not prescribe any benzodiazepines like alprazolam, diazepam, clonazepam, pregabalin (Lyrica), or medications for narcolepsy! My only exception is for fear of flying and you must provide proof of your upcoming flight. Born and raised in Los Angeles to Mexican immigrant parents, I’ve always been driven by the values of hard work and helping others. I’ve spent the last 25 years in the medical field, and that journey has taught me that true health is about the whole person—mind and body.
I do not prescribe any benzodiazepines like alprazolam, diazepam, clonazepam, pregabalin (Lyrica), or medications for narcolepsy! My only exception is for fear of flying and you must provide proof of your upcoming flight. Born and raised in Los Angeles to Mexican immigrant parents, I’ve always been driven by the values of hard work and helping others. I’ve spent the last 25 years in the medical field, and that journey has taught me that true health is about the whole person—mind and body.
Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? I am a board-certified psychiatric NP specializing in personalized treatment that goes beyond medication to truly address root causes. Rushed visits often miss the full picture. I've personally helped many thousands of patients successfully find lasting relief when past care left them with prescriptions but no real answers. Want to fully overcome your symptoms that are holding you back from a better life? ⇒ Appointments typically available within 4 days.
Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? I am a board-certified psychiatric NP specializing in personalized treatment that goes beyond medication to truly address root causes. Rushed visits often miss the full picture. I've personally helped many thousands of patients successfully find lasting relief when past care left them with prescriptions but no real answers. Want to fully overcome your symptoms that are holding you back from a better life? ⇒ Appointments typically available within 4 days.
Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT) and Positive Psychology
Great to meet you!
Hi, I’m Sarah, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing compassionate, evidence based care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and trauma. I specialize in working with diverse and multicultural populations, offering culturally sensitive care that honors your background, identity, and experiences. I am here to make your journey safe, empowering, and supportive. Leveraging over 15 years of psychiatric nursing experience, I am well positioned to guide and support you throughout your mental health journey.
Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT) and Positive Psychology
Great to meet you!
Hi, I’m Sarah, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing compassionate, evidence based care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and trauma. I specialize in working with diverse and multicultural populations, offering culturally sensitive care that honors your background, identity, and experiences. I am here to make your journey safe, empowering, and supportive. Leveraging over 15 years of psychiatric nursing experience, I am well positioned to guide and support you throughout your mental health journey.
I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
I am Barbara; 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 my career, I learned that meaningful healing begins with listening, trust, and genuine human connection.
I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
I am Barbara; 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 my career, I learned that meaningful healing begins with listening, trust, and genuine human connection.
◆ Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? I am a board-certified psychiatric NP specializing in personalized treatment that goes beyond medication to truly address root causes. Rushed visits often miss the full picture. I've personally helped many thousands of patients successfully find lasting relief when past care left them with prescriptions but no real answers. Want to fully overcome your symptoms that are holding you back from a better life? ⇒ Appointments typically available within 4 days.
◆ Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? I am a board-certified psychiatric NP specializing in personalized treatment that goes beyond medication to truly address root causes. Rushed visits often miss the full picture. I've personally helped many thousands of patients successfully find lasting relief when past care left them with prescriptions but no real answers. Want to fully overcome your symptoms that are holding you back from a better life? ⇒ Appointments typically available within 4 days.
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FAQ - Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists
Do psychiatrists provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Yes, many psychiatrists provide CBT as a therapeutic approach in sessions with clients. CBT is an evidence-based form of therapy that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health challenges. Psychiatrists who provide CBT can be particularly valuable when your condition may benefit from both therapy *and* medication, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD or PTSD. However, some psychiatrists choose to focus primarily on medication management rather than ongoing therapy. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to confirm that they actively incorporate CBT techniques into their practice (rather than focusing solely on prescribing medication)
What is the difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist?
The primary difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist is that a psychiatrist can integrate medication management with CBT treatment, while non-psychiatrist therapists (such as psychologists, counselors, or social workers) provide CBT without the ability to prescribe medications. In a CBT session with a psychiatrist, you will work on the same core techniques as you would with any CBT provider, such as identifying cognitive distortions or challenging negative thought patterns. However, a psychiatrist can also monitor how medication affects your symptoms. This integrated approach can be especially helpful for conditions like major depression or bipolar disorder, where medication often works together with therapy to produce better outcomes than either treatment alone.
Should I see a psychiatrist or therapist for CBT?
The choice to see a psychiatrist or therapist depends on the severity of your symptoms and whether medication might be part of your treatment plan. A psychiatrist who provides CBT is appropriate when you have more severe mental health symptoms that may require medication. A non-psychiatrist therapist may be appropriate when your symptoms are mild to moderate, you prefer to try therapy without medication first, or you are already stable on medication prescribed by another provider. It is worth noting that psychiatrists typically charge higher rates than other therapists due to their medical training, and psychiatry sessions are not always covered by insurance. Therefore, some people start with a therapist for CBT and later add a psychiatrist to their treatment team if medication becomes necessary.