Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists in La Crescenta, CA
Spravato Treatment Center for Treatment Resistant Depression. T.O.V.A. neuropsychological assessment for ADHD provided. It is okay to reach out for help. In fact, acknowledging that you need help tells me you are being honest with yourself, and reaching out for help tells me you are being brave. You want stability and balance back in your life. I see that and I will help you reach it. You and I just need to work together as a team. I will be here taking one step at a time with you, together.
Spravato Treatment Center for Treatment Resistant Depression. T.O.V.A. neuropsychological assessment for ADHD provided. It is okay to reach out for help. In fact, acknowledging that you need help tells me you are being honest with yourself, and reaching out for help tells me you are being brave. You want stability and balance back in your life. I see that and I will help you reach it. You and I just need to work together as a team. I will be here taking one step at a time with you, together.
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!
Dr. Bandi is a board-certified psychiatrist 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. 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. Dr. Bandi earned his MD from Creighton University and completed residency at George Washington University and Harvard-BIDMC.
Dr. Bandi is a board-certified psychiatrist 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. 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. Dr. Bandi earned his MD from Creighton University and completed residency at George Washington University and Harvard-BIDMC.
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!
Welcome New Patients! Claudette 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 earned her Master’s degree from Yale and has specialized in women’s mental health for more than a decade. As a certified Menopause Society provider, she offers warm, evidence-based care and sees it as a privilege to help women navigate every stage of life with confidence and improved mental well-being.
Welcome New Patients! Claudette 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 earned her Master’s degree from Yale and has specialized in women’s mental health for more than a decade. As a certified Menopause Society provider, she offers warm, evidence-based care and sees it as a privilege to help women navigate every stage of life with confidence and improved mental well-being.
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.
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I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, behavioral challenges, attention deficit disorders, low self-esteem, "impostor syndrome," and the unique stress of physician burnout.
Accepting new patients in WA, CA, and AK! I'm a board-certified psychiatrist who treats children, adolescents, and adults. I use various treatment approaches, such as therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, to help my patients achieve their mental health goals. I specialize in treating high-stakes professionals and was trained at Yale University and the University of Washington (UW). In addition to my clinical work, I teach and conduct research at the UW School of Medicine and Seattle Children's Hospital. I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions, offering support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, behavioral challenges, attention deficit disorders, low self-esteem, "impostor syndrome," and the unique stress of physician burnout.
Accepting new patients in WA, CA, and AK! I'm a board-certified psychiatrist who treats children, adolescents, and adults. I use various treatment approaches, such as therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, to help my patients achieve their mental health goals. I specialize in treating high-stakes professionals and was trained at Yale University and the University of Washington (UW). In addition to my clinical work, I teach and conduct research at the UW School of Medicine and Seattle Children's Hospital. I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
Our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, therapists, and tele- behavioral health clinicians are skilled in treating children and adults dealing with ADHD, addiction, anxiety, and depression, among many other conditions.
I chose a career in psychiatry because of its approach toward narrative healing; it comes with an understanding and appreciation for the complexity of life and suffering that go beyond medical diagnoses and treatment protocols. Each patient coming into my office brings a different life and unique perspective, and I am privileged to be a guide in their path.
Our team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, therapists, and tele- behavioral health clinicians are skilled in treating children and adults dealing with ADHD, addiction, anxiety, and depression, among many other conditions.
I chose a career in psychiatry because of its approach toward narrative healing; it comes with an understanding and appreciation for the complexity of life and suffering that go beyond medical diagnoses and treatment protocols. Each patient coming into my office brings a different life and unique perspective, and I am privileged to be a guide in their path.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I understand the weight of mental health struggles and provides a compassionate, judgment-free space where clients can manage stress, improve relationships, navigate change, and foster growth and healing. My ideal client feels overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and seeks clarity, coping strategies, and emotional balance.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I understand the weight of mental health struggles and provides a compassionate, judgment-free space where clients can manage stress, improve relationships, navigate change, and foster growth and healing. My ideal client feels overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and seeks clarity, coping strategies, and emotional balance.
With over a decade of nursing experience, I work with individuals across the lifespan and am committed to caring for patients of all populations, backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your care.
With over a decade of nursing experience, I work with individuals across the lifespan and am committed to caring for patients of all populations, backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your care.
Okoye earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed her residency in psychiatry at the UCLA Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior.
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Okoye is a board-certified psychiatrist 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. Known as "Dr. O," she is passionate about helping individuals achieve mental wellness and holistic health. Dr. Okoye treats clients with a patient-centered philosophy, fostering a collaborative and open therapeutic relationship, attentively listening to each patient's unique narrative, and respecting individual experiences and cultural backgrounds.
Okoye earned her medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed her residency in psychiatry at the UCLA Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior.
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Okoye is a board-certified psychiatrist 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. Known as "Dr. O," she is passionate about helping individuals achieve mental wellness and holistic health. Dr. Okoye treats clients with a patient-centered philosophy, fostering a collaborative and open therapeutic relationship, attentively listening to each patient's unique narrative, and respecting individual experiences and cultural backgrounds.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in critical care, behavioral health, leadership, and patient advocacy.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and older adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, stress, burnout, trauma-related concerns, and sleep difficulties. Many come to my practice feeling overwhelmed or struggling with symptoms that affect their daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being. I provide a compassionate, judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care. Together, we create personalized treatment plans focused on symptom improvement, resilience, emotional wellness, and long-term stability.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in critical care, behavioral health, leadership, and patient advocacy.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and older adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, stress, burnout, trauma-related concerns, and sleep difficulties. Many come to my practice feeling overwhelmed or struggling with symptoms that affect their daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being. I provide a compassionate, judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care. Together, we create personalized treatment plans focused on symptom improvement, resilience, emotional wellness, and long-term stability.
I specialize in child and adolescent psychiatry but see adults as well. I provide a treatment plan that is tailored to you. Medication is not always the right or first answer.
I specialize in child and adolescent psychiatry but see adults as well. I provide a treatment plan that is tailored to you. Medication is not always the right or first answer.
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!
Hello, I am a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 17 years of healthcare experience dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care. I strive to create a supportive space where patients feel comfortable, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey toward recovery. I believe psychiatric care should feel supportive, respectful, and practical, while offering treatment options to help you move forward and create meaningful, lasting improvements in your quality of life.
Hello, I am a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 17 years of healthcare experience dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care. I strive to create a supportive space where patients feel comfortable, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey toward recovery. I believe psychiatric care should feel supportive, respectful, and practical, while offering treatment options to help you move forward and create meaningful, lasting improvements in your quality of life.
Accepting New Clients! Judith Afonta is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in treating a broad range of mental health conditions such as: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar/mood disorders, PMDD, OCD, Insomnia & more. She utilizes a culturally inclusive approach & integrates evidence-based pharmacology & brief psychotherapy into every session in order to best help create a personalized treatment plan for each of her clients.
Accepting New Clients! Judith Afonta is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in treating a broad range of mental health conditions such as: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar/mood disorders, PMDD, OCD, Insomnia & more. She utilizes a culturally inclusive approach & integrates evidence-based pharmacology & brief psychotherapy into every session in order to best help create a personalized treatment plan for each of her clients.
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.”
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.”
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience in behavioral health nursing.
I value a collaborative approach to treatment, involving not only the patient but also the physician, therapist, and even family members if desired. It is my top priority to ensure that behavioral health services are accessible to everyone. To ensure we have a productive first visit, please be sure to fill out your intake form in advance!
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience in behavioral health nursing.
I value a collaborative approach to treatment, involving not only the patient but also the physician, therapist, and even family members if desired. It is my top priority to ensure that behavioral health services are accessible to everyone. To ensure we have a productive first visit, please be sure to fill out your intake form in advance!
Whatever brought you to this moment, I believe that the first step to healing is compassion. My utmost priority is for you to feel safe in the space we share as we explore what has been challenging for you. Attachment theory and humanistic psychology sit at the foundational core of my work. If we work together, we will explore the truth behind the symptoms, how medications might help, and most importantly, what makes life meaningful for you.
Whatever brought you to this moment, I believe that the first step to healing is compassion. My utmost priority is for you to feel safe in the space we share as we explore what has been challenging for you. Attachment theory and humanistic psychology sit at the foundational core of my work. If we work together, we will explore the truth behind the symptoms, how medications might help, and most importantly, what makes life meaningful for you.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry. I specialize in medication management for treating adolescents, adults, and elderly adults patients with, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, and eating disorders. For people who suffer from debilitating mental disorders whose goals are to reduce their symptoms, experience pleasure and happiness, live and maintain a quality of life, my commitment is to empower you to be proactive in your care, optimize your progress, and achieve your goals.
I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry. I specialize in medication management for treating adolescents, adults, and elderly adults patients with, but not limited to, depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, and eating disorders. For people who suffer from debilitating mental disorders whose goals are to reduce their symptoms, experience pleasure and happiness, live and maintain a quality of life, my commitment is to empower you to be proactive in your care, optimize your progress, and achieve your goals.
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FAQ - Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists
How can a behavioral psychiatrists help?
Behavioral issues is a general term used to encompass conditions like Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD), which significantly impact the behavior and emotional functioning of children and adolescents. These disorders are characterized by disruptive behaviors that create substantial challenges for children and their family across emotional, academic, and social domains. Psychiatrists specializing in behavioral issues have expertise in diagnosing these conditions and crafting treatment plans. Their approach typically integrates therapy and medication while helping families navigate supportive services. Psychiatrists may also address underlying factors—such as trauma—that may fuel behavioral disturbances.
What treatment approaches are used for behavioral issues?
Because behavioral issues can present in a variety of ways, treatment is usually very individualized. Psychotherapeutic approaches—such as age-appropriate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), or play therapy—are commonly used to help children improve emotional regulation and communication skills. For parents and caregivers, psychiatrists can also offer support—such as by helping them manage challenging behaviors and strengthen parent-child trust. Medications can also be effective in some cases to help manage symptoms and help regulate mood. When medication is recommended, it is typically paired with behavioral strategies and ongoing monitoring to ensure safety and effectiveness.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in behavioral issues?
Psychology Today's online directory serves as a valuable resource for families seeking qualified psychiatrists (MDs) or psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in behavioral issues. The platform's search filters enable users to identify providers with specific expertise in areas such as oppositional behavior, medication management, and psychological evaluation. Families can refine their search based on multiple criteria including age group specialization (e.g. children or adolescents), accepted insurance plans, geographic location, and session fees. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, families should inquire about their specific treatment philosophy, as well as their commitment to collaborating with school professionals and other members of the child's care team.


