Telehealth Psychiatrists in Dana Point, CA
Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but exhausted on the inside. They’re juggling work, school, parenting, identity, or big life transitions while battling depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or a constant sense of overwhelm. They’ve often tried medication or therapy before, but still don’t feel like themselves. They want real relief, a deeper understanding of what’s happening in their mind and body, and options beyond “just another pill.”
Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but exhausted on the inside. They’re juggling work, school, parenting, identity, or big life transitions while battling depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or a constant sense of overwhelm. They’ve often tried medication or therapy before, but still don’t feel like themselves. They want real relief, a deeper understanding of what’s happening in their mind and body, and options beyond “just another pill.”
Kristi is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Her goal is to work together with each client to determine the best course of treatment to help empower them to live happier healthier lives. She believes in the mind/body connection and treating the whole person to help them reach their full potential and well-being. She strives to make her patients feel at ease by providing a comforting, non-judgmental space.
Kristi is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Her goal is to work together with each client to determine the best course of treatment to help empower them to live happier healthier lives. She believes in the mind/body connection and treating the whole person to help them reach their full potential and well-being. She strives to make her patients feel at ease by providing a comforting, non-judgmental space.
Taylor Alexander Pmhnp-Bc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN
1 Endorsed
Dana Point, CA 92629
When entering my office, virtual or in person, my clients are instantly at ease, knowing they are in good hands.
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.
When entering my office, virtual or in person, my clients are instantly at ease, knowing they are in good hands.
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.
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.
As a provider at Bonmente, Bubba 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.
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.
As a provider at Bonmente, Bubba 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.
Chofla founded Empathy Therapy to deliver full statewide telehealth by providing psychiatric medical treatment and counseling.
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.
Chofla founded Empathy Therapy to deliver full statewide telehealth by providing psychiatric medical treatment and counseling.
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.
Ideal clients are those that are dealing with mental health issue, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bi-Polar, and many more. The goal is to help them become stable and function as normal as possible in their daily lives. Patients want to be helped to become independent in society.
Ideal clients are those that are dealing with mental health issue, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bi-Polar, and many more. The goal is to help them become stable and function as normal as possible in their daily lives. Patients want to be helped to become independent in society.
Dr. Phuong Tran, DNP, PMHNP-BC, takes a unique and progressive approach to mental health illnesses. Treatment is personalized, based on evidence research, and encompasses on a myriad of treatment modalities. Dr. Tran the influence of three factors: one's past and upbringing, current life situations, and one's genetic makeup, affecting mental illness Being trained and current with the best evidence based medication treatment strategy, he places a strong emphasis on psychosocial, and psychodynamic factors as the foundation of his treatment. Many psychiatric conditions have an underlying biological and genetic component of treatment.
Dr. Phuong Tran, DNP, PMHNP-BC, takes a unique and progressive approach to mental health illnesses. Treatment is personalized, based on evidence research, and encompasses on a myriad of treatment modalities. Dr. Tran the influence of three factors: one's past and upbringing, current life situations, and one's genetic makeup, affecting mental illness Being trained and current with the best evidence based medication treatment strategy, he places a strong emphasis on psychosocial, and psychodynamic factors as the foundation of his treatment. Many psychiatric conditions have an underlying biological and genetic component of treatment.
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FAQs - About Telepsychiatry
Can you see a psychiatrist online?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, often using a combination of therapy and medication. For many individuals, finding a psychiatrist who offers accessible and flexible care is a key part of building a successful therapeutic relationship. Telepsychiatry, which is psychiatric care delivered via video or phone, can be a highly effective and convenient alternative to in-person visits. What differentiates psychiatrists from other types of mental health professionals is their ability to prescribe psychiatric medications. These medications can be a vital part of treatment for many individuals, helping to regulate mood, reduce anxiety, improve focus, or manage intrusive or distressing thoughts. Psychiatrists will assess clients’ current symptoms and can determine whether medication is necessary and, if so, what the best class and dosage may be.
Ongoing sessions with a psychiatrist typically involve close monitoring of how the medication is working, assessing side effects, and making adjustments as necessary. This process is often collaborative and may include the psychiatrist coordinating with the client’s primary care provider or therapist. For patients already taking psychiatric medication, psychiatrists can provide ongoing medication management to help maintain stability and modify prescriptions based on any changes in symptoms or life circumstances. Telepsychiatry may be especially valuable for people who live in rural or underserved areas, individuals with mobility or transportation challenges, and/or those seeking care from a psychiatrist with specialized expertise not available locally. It offers the opportunity to receive high-quality psychiatric care from your home, thus reducing the logistical barriers that can make it difficult to get consistent care.
Ongoing sessions with a psychiatrist typically involve close monitoring of how the medication is working, assessing side effects, and making adjustments as necessary. This process is often collaborative and may include the psychiatrist coordinating with the client’s primary care provider or therapist. For patients already taking psychiatric medication, psychiatrists can provide ongoing medication management to help maintain stability and modify prescriptions based on any changes in symptoms or life circumstances. Telepsychiatry may be especially valuable for people who live in rural or underserved areas, individuals with mobility or transportation challenges, and/or those seeking care from a psychiatrist with specialized expertise not available locally. It offers the opportunity to receive high-quality psychiatric care from your home, thus reducing the logistical barriers that can make it difficult to get consistent care.
How to find a psychiatrist online?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to filter for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who offer telepsychiatry services. While most health insurance plans cover telepsychiatry similarly to in-person treatment, it’s important to verify your coverage details with your specific plan. As you search for a provider, consider their clinical expertise, experience, and therapeutic approach to ensure a good fit for your individual needs. Additionally, before beginning treatment, make sure you have access to the necessary technology—such as a secure video platform and a stable internet connection—to support effective telepsychiatry sessions.