Chronic Pain Psychiatrists in Kern County, CA
Dr. Gundu Reddy is licensed in California. Prior to starting residency at Mount Sinai School of medicine, she pursued additional research in HIV Psychiatry. As well as residency training, she has also pursued further training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU Psychoanalytic Institute. She states that whether prescribing medication, family, or relationship therapy, understanding psychodynamic conflict and causes of symptoms will cause help to enhance the quality of care. As well as psychodynamic training Dr. Reddy also has a background in integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance.
Dr. Gundu Reddy is licensed in California. Prior to starting residency at Mount Sinai School of medicine, she pursued additional research in HIV Psychiatry. As well as residency training, she has also pursued further training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the NYU Psychoanalytic Institute. She states that whether prescribing medication, family, or relationship therapy, understanding psychodynamic conflict and causes of symptoms will cause help to enhance the quality of care. As well as psychodynamic training Dr. Reddy also has a background in integrative psychiatry and treatment resistance.
Dr. Valeria Serban is an experienced board-certified geriatric psychiatrist practicing for twenty years. She treats all patients between the ages of 18 to 120 years. As a geriatric psychiatrist, Dr. Serban can help individuals above 65 with age-related cognitive decline like delirium, depression, dementia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and other medical conditions resulting in psychiatric symptoms. She offers tailored treatment plans based on hormonal, nutritional, and medical evaluations, for a full recovery. Alternatively, she chalks out customized treatment plans to control symptoms.
Dr. Valeria Serban is an experienced board-certified geriatric psychiatrist practicing for twenty years. She treats all patients between the ages of 18 to 120 years. As a geriatric psychiatrist, Dr. Serban can help individuals above 65 with age-related cognitive decline like delirium, depression, dementia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, and other medical conditions resulting in psychiatric symptoms. She offers tailored treatment plans based on hormonal, nutritional, and medical evaluations, for a full recovery. Alternatively, she chalks out customized treatment plans to control symptoms.
Tara Valenzuela
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Dr. Tara Valenzuela DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a mental health enthusiast, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and a professor of psychiatric nursing. She treats mental health across the lifespan. All ages, all issues. Geriatric psychiatry, no person is too young or too old for high quality mental healthcare. Treatments are healing-centered, education-forward, and person-focused. This involves customized strategies for medication management and supportive therapy. She aligns with the idea that nursing is the facilitation of healing and works to provide intervention, education, and advocacy.
Dr. Tara Valenzuela DNP, PMHNP-BC, is a mental health enthusiast, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and a professor of psychiatric nursing. She treats mental health across the lifespan. All ages, all issues. Geriatric psychiatry, no person is too young or too old for high quality mental healthcare. Treatments are healing-centered, education-forward, and person-focused. This involves customized strategies for medication management and supportive therapy. She aligns with the idea that nursing is the facilitation of healing and works to provide intervention, education, and advocacy.
Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, Spravato and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We are excited to offer Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) - a revolutionary 3-minute procedure with equal or better efficacy to standard 40+ minute TMS protocols. We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html
Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, Spravato and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We are excited to offer Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) - a revolutionary 3-minute procedure with equal or better efficacy to standard 40+ minute TMS protocols. We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html
Online Psychiatrists
I treat patients with mood and anxiety symptoms, chronic pelvic pain, trauma, ADHD, addiction and eating disorders.
I specialize in treating women during pregnancy and the postpartum period as well as coping with fertility related issues. I also have a particular interest in mood symptoms related to menstruation and menopause. I'm a buprenorphine/Suboxone certified provider and can administer long-acting injectable medications for substance use disorders.
I treat patients with mood and anxiety symptoms, chronic pelvic pain, trauma, ADHD, addiction and eating disorders.
I specialize in treating women during pregnancy and the postpartum period as well as coping with fertility related issues. I also have a particular interest in mood symptoms related to menstruation and menopause. I'm a buprenorphine/Suboxone certified provider and can administer long-acting injectable medications for substance use disorders.
My ideal client is someone struggling with deeply rooted emotional pain that manifests as anxiety, depression, obsessions, insomnia, or even physical symptoms like chronic pain.
I provide a supportive space for clients to explore the hidden emotional roots of their mental and physical struggles. Using a personalized approach, I guide you through emotional healing, helping you process unresolved feelings. When appropriate, I offer medication to support your progress, aiming for deep, lasting change and overall well-being.
My ideal client is someone struggling with deeply rooted emotional pain that manifests as anxiety, depression, obsessions, insomnia, or even physical symptoms like chronic pain.
I provide a supportive space for clients to explore the hidden emotional roots of their mental and physical struggles. Using a personalized approach, I guide you through emotional healing, helping you process unresolved feelings. When appropriate, I offer medication to support your progress, aiming for deep, lasting change and overall well-being.
It is important to not only treat mental illness, but to promote healthy coping skills and relational patterns.
I specialize in LGBTQ and minority concerns, though I treat everyone with dignity and as an individual. I am the President of AGLP: The Association of LGBTQ Psychiatrists, and a member of the American Psychiatric Association Council on Minority Affairs. I am also the Director of Psychiatry at the LA LGBT Center, which is the largest LGBT Center in the World.
It is important to not only treat mental illness, but to promote healthy coping skills and relational patterns.
I specialize in LGBTQ and minority concerns, though I treat everyone with dignity and as an individual. I am the President of AGLP: The Association of LGBTQ Psychiatrists, and a member of the American Psychiatric Association Council on Minority Affairs. I am also the Director of Psychiatry at the LA LGBT Center, which is the largest LGBT Center in the World.
His cutting-edge approach made him the first doctor in Los Angeles to introduce Ketamine Infusion and Psychedelic therapy to a comprehensive treatment approach managing everything from addiction and co-occuring disorders, ranging from substance/alcohol use disorders, to depression, PTSD, anxiety, pain, OCD, and treatment resistant disorders.
Our patients often come to us in crisis seeking help with detox from drugs and alcohol, emotional crisis, life transitions and are self-referred or by a clinician; or the family or loved ones have asked us to intervene and help them. The first step is to ask for help. We are here for you. We offer MAT. Suboxone, Subutex, IV Ketamine, Vivitrol & psych meds.
His cutting-edge approach made him the first doctor in Los Angeles to introduce Ketamine Infusion and Psychedelic therapy to a comprehensive treatment approach managing everything from addiction and co-occuring disorders, ranging from substance/alcohol use disorders, to depression, PTSD, anxiety, pain, OCD, and treatment resistant disorders.
Our patients often come to us in crisis seeking help with detox from drugs and alcohol, emotional crisis, life transitions and are self-referred or by a clinician; or the family or loved ones have asked us to intervene and help them. The first step is to ask for help. We are here for you. We offer MAT. Suboxone, Subutex, IV Ketamine, Vivitrol & psych meds.
is promoting hope to individuals and families with mental illnesses, to instill self-responsibility and empowerment, and in helping individuals living with mental illness seek a meaningful role in life.
Samaneh Fanaeian is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, who graduated from Walden University. Samaneh has been in the mental health field for over five years has experience working with both adolescents and adults. She completed her Bachelors of Science at Chamberlain University and received her Masters of Science in Psychiatry from Walden University. In addition, she is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Psychiatric Nurses Association.
is promoting hope to individuals and families with mental illnesses, to instill self-responsibility and empowerment, and in helping individuals living with mental illness seek a meaningful role in life.
Samaneh Fanaeian is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, who graduated from Walden University. Samaneh has been in the mental health field for over five years has experience working with both adolescents and adults. She completed her Bachelors of Science at Chamberlain University and received her Masters of Science in Psychiatry from Walden University. In addition, she is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Psychiatric Nurses Association.
Dr. Todd Hill - Neuro Wellness Spa Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Hill believes in common sense psychiatry and cutting-edge treatment alternatives, which includes providing patients with as much information as possible about their illness.
Dr. Hill has been practicing Psychiatry for nearly 20 years. He now practices both Psychiatry and TMS at Neuro Wellness Spa. Throughout his medical career, he owned his own private practice for 10 years, was on staff as a consultation psychiatrist for multiple Kansas City hospitals, and served as the Medical Director of Psychiatric Services at one of the largest hospitals in the Kansas City Metro area. Additionally, Dr. Hill served as Assistant Professor and Department Chair of Psychiatry at his alma mater, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences.
Hill believes in common sense psychiatry and cutting-edge treatment alternatives, which includes providing patients with as much information as possible about their illness.
Dr. Hill has been practicing Psychiatry for nearly 20 years. He now practices both Psychiatry and TMS at Neuro Wellness Spa. Throughout his medical career, he owned his own private practice for 10 years, was on staff as a consultation psychiatrist for multiple Kansas City hospitals, and served as the Medical Director of Psychiatric Services at one of the largest hospitals in the Kansas City Metro area. Additionally, Dr. Hill served as Assistant Professor and Department Chair of Psychiatry at his alma mater, Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences.
Melanie Jimenez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90017
My ideal client is someone who has been struggling with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain.
At Bespoke Treatment, I oversee and prescribe a variety of therapies tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. I conduct comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluations to develop individualized treatment plans that may include ketamine therapy, TMS therapy, medication management, and other comprehensive programs.
My ideal client is someone who has been struggling with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain.
At Bespoke Treatment, I oversee and prescribe a variety of therapies tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. I conduct comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluations to develop individualized treatment plans that may include ketamine therapy, TMS therapy, medication management, and other comprehensive programs.
SFS Medical Group ,Inc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP , PMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90305
Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, It is treatable by prescribing up-to-date psychiatric medications.
I help my clients by assisting them to understand their disease process, encouraging them that they are not alone, and providing them a healthy outlet to share. I will help alleviate their pain by providing all the necessary information, tools,and support. I provide both telehealth and house calls. I will be available to answer their calls and support them.
Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, It is treatable by prescribing up-to-date psychiatric medications.
I help my clients by assisting them to understand their disease process, encouraging them that they are not alone, and providing them a healthy outlet to share. I will help alleviate their pain by providing all the necessary information, tools,and support. I provide both telehealth and house calls. I will be available to answer their calls and support them.
El-Asyouty believes it’s important to not confuse the person with their illness.
Dr. El-Asyouty treats patients with Psychiatric, Chemical Dependency and Chronic Pain conditions. Dr El Asyouty is also licensed to prescribe Suboxone and is able to administer Vivitrol.
El-Asyouty believes it’s important to not confuse the person with their illness.
Dr. El-Asyouty treats patients with Psychiatric, Chemical Dependency and Chronic Pain conditions. Dr El Asyouty is also licensed to prescribe Suboxone and is able to administer Vivitrol.
I have a particular interest in the treatment of severe mental illness and adolescents with addiction issues.
I have received numerous awards during my training including the Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award, the Eli Lilly Chief Resident Leadership Program Award, and I have several clinical and education awards.
I have a particular interest in the treatment of severe mental illness and adolescents with addiction issues.
I have received numerous awards during my training including the Gold Foundation Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Award, the Eli Lilly Chief Resident Leadership Program Award, and I have several clinical and education awards.
With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, I am a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner with expertise in primary care, women's health, pain management, mental health, weight loss, migraine care, aesthetics, and telemedicine.
I also specialize in managing chronic pain, utilizing both traditional and modern methods to help patients find relief. Understanding the close connection between mental and physical health, I take a holistic approach to treating anxiety, depression, and stress, offering empathy and effective solutions.
With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, I am a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner with expertise in primary care, women's health, pain management, mental health, weight loss, migraine care, aesthetics, and telemedicine.
I also specialize in managing chronic pain, utilizing both traditional and modern methods to help patients find relief. Understanding the close connection between mental and physical health, I take a holistic approach to treating anxiety, depression, and stress, offering empathy and effective solutions.
Learning that you have a chronic illness can be devastating.
I have an extensive understanding of medical diagnosis through my 21 years practicing as a mastered prepared nurse. I have a doctorate degree in behavioral health which givings me a great understand on various behavioral health diagnoses. The combination of medicine and behavioral health enables me to implement a integrated approach to treatment.
Learning that you have a chronic illness can be devastating.
I have an extensive understanding of medical diagnosis through my 21 years practicing as a mastered prepared nurse. I have a doctorate degree in behavioral health which givings me a great understand on various behavioral health diagnoses. The combination of medicine and behavioral health enables me to implement a integrated approach to treatment.
We cannot escape pain & suffering, as they are part of the human condition; however, we can help alleviate their burden.
If you’re not sure what troubles you, schedule a psychiatric assessment and we will discuss your concerns and come up with a plan of action that works for you. As a Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my background in general practice as well as psychiatric conditions can better help me understand what ails you.
We cannot escape pain & suffering, as they are part of the human condition; however, we can help alleviate their burden.
If you’re not sure what troubles you, schedule a psychiatric assessment and we will discuss your concerns and come up with a plan of action that works for you. As a Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, my background in general practice as well as psychiatric conditions can better help me understand what ails you.
My journey in healthcare has been diverse, encompassing areas such as pain management, mental health, functional medicine, and urgent care.
I believe in the power of listening attentively to my patients, fostering open communication, and building trusting relationships. By working collaboratively, we can develop personalized treatment plans that not only address symptoms but also promote long-term health and vitality.
My journey in healthcare has been diverse, encompassing areas such as pain management, mental health, functional medicine, and urgent care.
I believe in the power of listening attentively to my patients, fostering open communication, and building trusting relationships. By working collaboratively, we can develop personalized treatment plans that not only address symptoms but also promote long-term health and vitality.
Joseph is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of diverse clinical experience. He was shaped by his service as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was selected to serve in a mentorship role at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, where he worked to support fellow service members who had sustained emotional and physical wounds in overseas combat.
Joseph is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of diverse clinical experience. He was shaped by his service as a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was selected to serve in a mentorship role at the Naval Medical Center San Diego, where he worked to support fellow service members who had sustained emotional and physical wounds in overseas combat.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
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Chronic Pain Psychiatrists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.