Female Psychiatrists in Huntington Beach, CA
Sylvia Guthrie is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Born in Brazil and thriving in the United States since 2012, Sylvia brings a wealth of multicultural understanding to her practice. Fluent in both English and Portuguese (Brazilian), with Spanish proficiency, Sylvia welcomes patients from diverse backgrounds and all stages of life.
Sylvia Guthrie is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Born in Brazil and thriving in the United States since 2012, Sylvia brings a wealth of multicultural understanding to her practice. Fluent in both English and Portuguese (Brazilian), with Spanish proficiency, Sylvia welcomes patients from diverse backgrounds and all stages of life.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or not quite like themselves. Many are balancing work, relationships, and life changes, and their usual coping strategies aren’t working anymore. They often come in with anxiety, low mood, burnout, poor focus, or sleep issues.
Care is collaborative and personalized, focusing on understanding the full picture and using medication and practical strategies when appropriate to help you feel more stable, clear, and back in control.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or not quite like themselves. Many are balancing work, relationships, and life changes, and their usual coping strategies aren’t working anymore. They often come in with anxiety, low mood, burnout, poor focus, or sleep issues.
Care is collaborative and personalized, focusing on understanding the full picture and using medication and practical strategies when appropriate to help you feel more stable, clear, and back in control.
Dr. Heather Mak is a psychiatrist with experience in helping patients with issues like hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Dr. Heather Mak is a psychiatrist with experience in helping patients with issues like hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Dexter Jones MSN, PMHN - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHN, BC
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Dexter has more than 16 years of dedicated experience in the medical field, including three years as a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in California. Throughout his career, he has cultivated a strong foundation in primary psychiatric care, including acute, inpatient, and outpatient mental health. His many years of experience have equipped him with the knowledge and skills to deliver comprehensive mental healthcare to patients of diverse backgrounds and needs. Dexter uses a combination of medication management and supportive therapy to work towards the goals of decreasing suffering and improving quality of life.
Dexter has more than 16 years of dedicated experience in the medical field, including three years as a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in California. Throughout his career, he has cultivated a strong foundation in primary psychiatric care, including acute, inpatient, and outpatient mental health. His many years of experience have equipped him with the knowledge and skills to deliver comprehensive mental healthcare to patients of diverse backgrounds and needs. Dexter uses a combination of medication management and supportive therapy to work towards the goals of decreasing suffering and improving quality of life.
Hi I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth care for adults throughout California. I support clients statewide, including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and the Bay Area. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, and sleep concerns. My approach emphasizes comprehensive evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and thoughtful medication management within a collaborative, patient-centered framework tailored to your goals.
Hi I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth care for adults throughout California. I support clients statewide, including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and the Bay Area. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, and sleep concerns. My approach emphasizes comprehensive evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and thoughtful medication management within a collaborative, patient-centered framework tailored to your goals.
I’m Vien Nguyen, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health provider dedicated to offering compassionate, evidence-based care. Whether you are a child, teen, or adult, I specialize in helping those navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. With a background in community health and nursing (BS, BSN, MSN), I bridge the gap between physical and mental wellness. I take a holistic, patient-centered approach, looking at your mental, physical, and social well-being as a whole. My goal is to ensure you feel heard and supported while we work toward lasting stability and mental health.
I’m Vien Nguyen, a dual-certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health provider dedicated to offering compassionate, evidence-based care. Whether you are a child, teen, or adult, I specialize in helping those navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. With a background in community health and nursing (BS, BSN, MSN), I bridge the gap between physical and mental wellness. I take a holistic, patient-centered approach, looking at your mental, physical, and social well-being as a whole. My goal is to ensure you feel heard and supported while we work toward lasting stability and mental health.
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been in healthcare for the past 25 years and out of those 14 years I have been working as a family nurse practitioner with patients from diverse backgrounds in the family practice as well as urgent care setting.
I have diverse life experience which includes teaching high school, college and nursing students preparing them for their bachelor's and master's programs. I had the opportunity to live in East Africa (Tanzania), the Philippines, Thailand, and Pakistan.
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been in healthcare for the past 25 years and out of those 14 years I have been working as a family nurse practitioner with patients from diverse backgrounds in the family practice as well as urgent care setting.
I have diverse life experience which includes teaching high school, college and nursing students preparing them for their bachelor's and master's programs. I had the opportunity to live in East Africa (Tanzania), the Philippines, Thailand, and Pakistan.
Accepting new patients of all ages! As your healthcare provider, I know that one cannot simply separate the mind from the body and the best care uses a holistic approach. I am board-certified as a psychiatry nurse practitioner which gives me the unique ability to integrate all areas of your health into treatment planning. I provide mental health services that look at all aspects of care including physical health concerns, environmental factors, and other barriers to care. I aim to build therapeutic relationships with my clients and their families that focus on both immediate and long-term goals.
Accepting new patients of all ages! As your healthcare provider, I know that one cannot simply separate the mind from the body and the best care uses a holistic approach. I am board-certified as a psychiatry nurse practitioner which gives me the unique ability to integrate all areas of your health into treatment planning. I provide mental health services that look at all aspects of care including physical health concerns, environmental factors, and other barriers to care. I aim to build therapeutic relationships with my clients and their families that focus on both immediate and long-term goals.
I am Allison, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to creating an inclusive, compassionate space where every patient feels seen, respected, and empowered in their healing journey. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, a bachelor’s in Nursing from San Francisco State University, and a master’s in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health from California State University, Los Angeles. I have worked in both acute inpatient and outpatient medical settings for over 6 years and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience.
I am Allison, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to creating an inclusive, compassionate space where every patient feels seen, respected, and empowered in their healing journey. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, a bachelor’s in Nursing from San Francisco State University, and a master’s in Nursing with a concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health from California State University, Los Angeles. I have worked in both acute inpatient and outpatient medical settings for over 6 years and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience.
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.
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.
Salina is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. She received her Master's Degree at Cal State LA, her Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences at UC-Irvine, and her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing at West Coast University. She is passionate about providing quality and compassionate care and recognize the importance of building a trusting relationship. She employs evidence-based and holistic care practices. She believes in a patient-centric approach, acknowledging the inherent uniqueness of each individual and the significance of customizing care to meet the specific needs of every client.
Salina is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. She received her Master's Degree at Cal State LA, her Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences at UC-Irvine, and her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing at West Coast University. She is passionate about providing quality and compassionate care and recognize the importance of building a trusting relationship. She employs evidence-based and holistic care practices. She believes in a patient-centric approach, acknowledging the inherent uniqueness of each individual and the significance of customizing care to meet the specific needs of every client.
Welcoming New Patients! Jaspreet is board-certified as a 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. In addition to her PMHNP, she is licensed as an Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner and has extensive expertise in psychopharmacology. She is passionate about working with culturally diverse populations and strives to support her patients through well-balanced, conscientious medication management.
Welcoming New Patients! Jaspreet is board-certified as a 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. In addition to her PMHNP, she is licensed as an Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner and has extensive expertise in psychopharmacology. She is passionate about working with culturally diverse populations and strives to support her patients through well-balanced, conscientious medication management.
Welcoming New Patients! Vides is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner 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. She is known for providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care that employs a client-centered approach and integrates medication management with therapy. Her empathetic approach provides clients a safe, supportive space that nurtures strong therapeutic relationships and optimizes mental health outcomes.
Welcoming New Patients! Vides is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner 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. She is known for providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care that employs a client-centered approach and integrates medication management with therapy. Her empathetic approach provides clients a safe, supportive space that nurtures strong therapeutic relationships and optimizes mental health outcomes.
Welcoming New Patients! Jordan 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, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She believes in a collaborative, low-pressure approach that integrates psychoeducation, coaching, medication management, and supportive therapy. She appreciates the unique strengths of individuals and works with clients to leverage those strengths in new productive ways.
Welcoming New Patients! Jordan 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, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She believes in a collaborative, low-pressure approach that integrates psychoeducation, coaching, medication management, and supportive therapy. She appreciates the unique strengths of individuals and works with clients to leverage those strengths in new productive ways.
My commitment to my patients lies in attentive listening, empathetic understanding, and delivering personalized care to promote optimal psychiatric well-being for my patients. As a provider in Psychiatry, my approach involves employing evidence-based psychotherapeutic techniques, psychotherapy interventions, and proficient management of psychotropic medications to support my patients' mental health journey.
My commitment to my patients lies in attentive listening, empathetic understanding, and delivering personalized care to promote optimal psychiatric well-being for my patients. As a provider in Psychiatry, my approach involves employing evidence-based psychotherapeutic techniques, psychotherapy interventions, and proficient management of psychotropic medications to support my patients' mental health journey.
Now Accepting New Patients!
23+ Years in Practice-I am a general adult psychiatrist with a strong interest in treating women and men. I have a particular interest in perinatal and reproductive psychiatry and enjoy providing specialized care to women suffering from reproductive associated mood disorders, including PMS, PMDD, illness during pregnancy and the postpartum period and Menopause. We accept United Health Care and Aetna commercial insurance. Call Today (949) 222-9922!
Now Accepting New Patients!
23+ Years in Practice-I am a general adult psychiatrist with a strong interest in treating women and men. I have a particular interest in perinatal and reproductive psychiatry and enjoy providing specialized care to women suffering from reproductive associated mood disorders, including PMS, PMDD, illness during pregnancy and the postpartum period and Menopause. We accept United Health Care and Aetna commercial insurance. Call Today (949) 222-9922!
Welcoming New Patients! Rachel 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. She is known for demonstrating genuine care for her clients and going above and beyond to support them in meeting mental health goals in whatever way suits them best. Rachel provides thorough evaluations, accurate diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment plans that integrate supportive therapy. Her warmth and collaborative approach help clients feel heard and empowered.
Welcoming New Patients! Rachel 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. She is known for demonstrating genuine care for her clients and going above and beyond to support them in meeting mental health goals in whatever way suits them best. Rachel provides thorough evaluations, accurate diagnoses, and evidence-based treatment plans that integrate supportive therapy. Her warmth and collaborative approach help clients feel heard and empowered.
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.
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.
Welcoming New Patients! Alicia 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. She has more than 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Known for her compassionate, constructive approach, she supports her clients to make practical, sustaining changes to improve mental wellbeing. She also offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol and opioid use disorders.
Welcoming New Patients! Alicia 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. She has more than 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Known for her compassionate, constructive approach, she supports her clients to make practical, sustaining changes to improve mental wellbeing. She also offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for alcohol and opioid use disorders.
Psychiatric Treatment & Counseling for the Whole Family. We are a Full Service Psychiatry & Counseling Practice. We Have a Team of Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Marriage & Family Therapists. We Offer Psychiatric Assessment & Treatment of ADHD in Adults and Children, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Abuse Disorders. We Combine Conventional Medical Treatment With New Non-Drug, Non-Invasive, FPD Approved, Safe & Effective Treatment Modalities Like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS ).
Psychiatric Treatment & Counseling for the Whole Family. We are a Full Service Psychiatry & Counseling Practice. We Have a Team of Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Marriage & Family Therapists. We Offer Psychiatric Assessment & Treatment of ADHD in Adults and Children, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Substance Abuse Disorders. We Combine Conventional Medical Treatment With New Non-Drug, Non-Invasive, FPD Approved, Safe & Effective Treatment Modalities Like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS ).
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FAQ - Psychiatrist Gender
Does it matter what gender a psychiatrist is?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, typically using a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. While clinical expertise is essential, feeling comfortable with your psychiatrist is equally important to the success of treatment. For some individuals, this means working with a provider who shares aspects of their identity—such as gender. A preference for a female psychiatrist often stems from a desire for greater relatability and the comfort of being supported by someone who may share similar lived experiences or perspectives.
What are the advantages of seeing a female psychiatrist?
Female psychiatrists may also possess particular expertise in specialty areas that can be especially relevant to certain patients. Although psychiatrists of all genders are equally qualified, some female practitioners have developed additional expertise in areas such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause-related mood changes, premenstrual mood disorders, and the psychological effects of gender-based trauma or discrimination. For patients navigating these concerns, working with a female psychiatrist may provide an added sense of validation, empathy, and trust—factors that can be especially meaningful in building a strong therapeutic relationship.
How to find a female psychiatrist
The Psychology Today online directory allows users to search specifically for female psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs), with additional filters for clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, insurance acceptance, session costs, and languages spoken. Reviewing provider profiles helps you assess whether a psychiatrist's background, identity, and treatment philosophy align with your mental health needs and personal values. Considering identity factors in your provider search, such as gender, is a practical approach to finding a psychiatrist with whom you can communicate openly and build an effective therapeutic relationship.


