Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists in Laguna Beach, CA

Bisi Emenanjo
Physician Assistant, PA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Olabisi Emenanjo is a highly talented certified physician assistant with 15 years of clinical work experience and administrative work experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, urgent care and remote mental health.
Olabisi Emenanjo is a highly talented certified physician assistant with 15 years of clinical work experience and administrative work experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, urgent care and remote mental health.
(949) 802-2716 View (949) 802-2716
Pamela Chumpitaz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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.
(949) 894-4661 View (949) 894-4661
Anthony Leslie
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MPH, MSN, RN, PMHNP
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master’s in Public Health and Nursing, bringing over a decade of diverse healthcare experience. My advanced clinical training from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, along with hands-on expertise in psychiatric care, public health, and education, enables me to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health services.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master’s in Public Health and Nursing, bringing over a decade of diverse healthcare experience. My advanced clinical training from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, along with hands-on expertise in psychiatric care, public health, and education, enables me to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health services.
(949) 334-2174 View (949) 334-2174
Kayse Budd
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, coaching, psychodynamic psychotherapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, energy medicine, Ayurveda, herbalism, nutrition, yoga/meditation instruction, and more.
Hello! I am a board-certified holistic psychiatrist specializing in stress/burnout, anxiety, self-esteem/self-love, empowerment, family counseling, perimenopause, and neurodivergence. I spent 12 years working with Andrew Weil MD's Integrative Medicine Program at the Univ of Arizona and Deepak Chopra/The Chopra Center in San Diego. Though conventionally trained at Duke University, U of Michigan Med School and U of Arizona Psychiatry Residency, I emphasize herbal medicines, nutraceuticals, and psychotherapy in my practice. I offer light pharmacotherapy (SSRI, mood stabilizers, etc.; no controlled substances), when appropriate.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, coaching, psychodynamic psychotherapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, energy medicine, Ayurveda, herbalism, nutrition, yoga/meditation instruction, and more.
Hello! I am a board-certified holistic psychiatrist specializing in stress/burnout, anxiety, self-esteem/self-love, empowerment, family counseling, perimenopause, and neurodivergence. I spent 12 years working with Andrew Weil MD's Integrative Medicine Program at the Univ of Arizona and Deepak Chopra/The Chopra Center in San Diego. Though conventionally trained at Duke University, U of Michigan Med School and U of Arizona Psychiatry Residency, I emphasize herbal medicines, nutraceuticals, and psychotherapy in my practice. I offer light pharmacotherapy (SSRI, mood stabilizers, etc.; no controlled substances), when appropriate.
(424) 353-2148 View (424) 353-2148
Robert Cadena
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN-Ed, PMHNP
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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.
(949) 792-3984 View (949) 792-3984
Harpal Singh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Mental health challenges can affect your mood, relationships, focus, and overall quality of life. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood concerns, or feeling overwhelmed, or your child or teen is facing emotional, behavioral, or school-related challenges, support is available. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. My name is Harpal Singh, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. My approach focuses on understanding each person’s unique needs and creating personalized treatment plans
Mental health challenges can affect your mood, relationships, focus, and overall quality of life. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood concerns, or feeling overwhelmed, or your child or teen is facing emotional, behavioral, or school-related challenges, support is available. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. My name is Harpal Singh, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. My approach focuses on understanding each person’s unique needs and creating personalized treatment plans
(949) 710-5029 View (949) 710-5029
Emmanuel Anigwe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and older adults seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Many come to me for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, or life stressors affecting work, school or relationships. I take time to understand the whole person, not just the symptoms, and I build care around what feels most helpful and sustainable. Together, we create an individualized plan that honors your goals, supports daily life, and helps you feel more steady, understood, and hopeful again. My goal is to make care feel personal, practical and genuinely supportive from the first visit.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and older adults seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. Many come to me for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, or life stressors affecting work, school or relationships. I take time to understand the whole person, not just the symptoms, and I build care around what feels most helpful and sustainable. Together, we create an individualized plan that honors your goals, supports daily life, and helps you feel more steady, understood, and hopeful again. My goal is to make care feel personal, practical and genuinely supportive from the first visit.
(469) 523-2477 View (469) 523-2477
Jaclyn Nobakht
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
1 Endorsed
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 7+ years of experience working in partial hospitalization & intensive outpatient programming for adults, adolescents, and maternal patients, also working in the hospital setting providing mental health consults & crisis intervention. I entered this field with the desire to provide effective treatment, education, & options for mental health & healing that include nutrition, therapeutic intervention, & medication intervention. I firmly believe that our overall health and well-being is a key element to mental wellness.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 7+ years of experience working in partial hospitalization & intensive outpatient programming for adults, adolescents, and maternal patients, also working in the hospital setting providing mental health consults & crisis intervention. I entered this field with the desire to provide effective treatment, education, & options for mental health & healing that include nutrition, therapeutic intervention, & medication intervention. I firmly believe that our overall health and well-being is a key element to mental wellness.
(949) 228-9755 View (949) 228-9755
Kenrick Brian Licorish
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
He supplements his treatment with expertise in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and interpersonal psychotherapy.
Brian Licorish is an adult psychiatrist. His path towards psychiatry began as an undergraduate at Harvard University where he majored in Neurobiology and minored in Music. He subsequently attended medical school at the University of Southern California and completed psychiatry residency at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. During residency, he was described by a clinical advisor as an “outstanding resident overall”. He was noted to approach work with “curiosity, intellectual rigor, diligence, and empathy”.
He supplements his treatment with expertise in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and interpersonal psychotherapy.
Brian Licorish is an adult psychiatrist. His path towards psychiatry began as an undergraduate at Harvard University where he majored in Neurobiology and minored in Music. He subsequently attended medical school at the University of Southern California and completed psychiatry residency at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. During residency, he was described by a clinical advisor as an “outstanding resident overall”. He was noted to approach work with “curiosity, intellectual rigor, diligence, and empathy”.
(510) 319-2278 View (510) 319-2278
Dr. Randall Bailey
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
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!
(424) 339-0390 View (424) 339-0390
Jill Gaskill
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP-B, MSN, RN
Online Only
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
(858) 956-7268 View (858) 956-7268
Irvine College Psychiatry-Kevin Chun MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and professionals who want to explore their identities and process past experiences through intensive personal psychotherapy. I focus on supporting students, young adults, and professionals struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, and perfectionism. My work also includes helping patients navigate academic challenges, suicidal thoughts, and identity-related concerns. I offer multiple times/week intensive therapy for complex, treatment resistant cases and for those looking to get outpatient care in lieu of residential facilities or PHP/IOP
I specialize in working with teens, young adults, and professionals who want to explore their identities and process past experiences through intensive personal psychotherapy. I focus on supporting students, young adults, and professionals struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, and perfectionism. My work also includes helping patients navigate academic challenges, suicidal thoughts, and identity-related concerns. I offer multiple times/week intensive therapy for complex, treatment resistant cases and for those looking to get outpatient care in lieu of residential facilities or PHP/IOP
(949) 334-5492 View (949) 334-5492
Elias Tsambis
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
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
(949) 234-6544 View (949) 234-6544
Dr. Waqar Zuberi
Psychiatrist, MD
Online Only
Zuberi employs a holistic approach to treatment, integrating medication management with psychotherapy techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy ( CBT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR).
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Zuberi 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. His clinical interests span a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and family-related challenges. With a unique ability to support patients across the lifespan, he integrates medication management with a deep understanding of family dynamics, social stressors, and emotional development.
Zuberi employs a holistic approach to treatment, integrating medication management with psychotherapy techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy ( CBT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR).
Welcoming New Patients! Dr. Zuberi 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. His clinical interests span a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and family-related challenges. With a unique ability to support patients across the lifespan, he integrates medication management with a deep understanding of family dynamics, social stressors, and emotional development.
(949) 264-5481 View (949) 264-5481
Roberto Montenegro
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Online Only
I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with vast experience in treating children 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 providing mental health services to 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 licensed to see patients in WA, CA, and AK, and I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
I'm a board-certified psychiatrist with vast experience in treating children 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 providing mental health services to 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 licensed to see patients in WA, CA, and AK, and I'm dedicated to providing you with the highest quality care.
(310) 361-4558 View (310) 361-4558
Sylvie G Djoumessi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
Hi there, I'm Sylvie G! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Texas, Washington, and California. My practice focuses on treating depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and related mental health conditions, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate working professionals. I provide holistic, individualized care centered on identifying root causes rather than just symptoms, combining comprehensive health assessments with medication management and therapy recommendations tailored to your unique needs.
Hi there, I'm Sylvie G! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Texas, Washington, and California. My practice focuses on treating depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and related mental health conditions, with flexible scheduling options to accommodate working professionals. I provide holistic, individualized care centered on identifying root causes rather than just symptoms, combining comprehensive health assessments with medication management and therapy recommendations tailored to your unique needs.
(818) 351-1731 View (818) 351-1731
Dr. Perez @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
Do racing thoughts, restless nights, and constant self-doubt drain your energy and peace of mind? Are you overwhelmed by the need for certainty, struggling with poor concentration, or feeling burdened by your own hypersensitivity? Whether your challenges stem from brain chemistry, genetics, or hurtful parenting, you don’t have to face them alone. At Evolve Psychiatry, our compassionate team of medical experts and seasoned psychotherapists partners with you to explore and finally answer these questions. Together, we’ll cultivate the skills you need to feel more confident in yourself and more connected to the world around you.
Do racing thoughts, restless nights, and constant self-doubt drain your energy and peace of mind? Are you overwhelmed by the need for certainty, struggling with poor concentration, or feeling burdened by your own hypersensitivity? Whether your challenges stem from brain chemistry, genetics, or hurtful parenting, you don’t have to face them alone. At Evolve Psychiatry, our compassionate team of medical experts and seasoned psychotherapists partners with you to explore and finally answer these questions. Together, we’ll cultivate the skills you need to feel more confident in yourself and more connected to the world around you.
(949) 396-0889 View (949) 396-0889
Dr. Riz @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
Do racing thoughts, restless nights, and constant self-doubt drain your energy and peace of mind? Are you overwhelmed by the need for certainty, struggling with poor concentration, or feeling burdened by your own hypersensitivity? Whether your challenges stem from brain chemistry, genetics, or hurtful parenting, you don’t have to face them alone. At Evolve Psychiatry, our compassionate team of medical experts and seasoned psychotherapists partners with you to explore and finally answer these questions. Together, we’ll cultivate the skills you need to feel more confident in yourself and more connected to the world around you.
Do racing thoughts, restless nights, and constant self-doubt drain your energy and peace of mind? Are you overwhelmed by the need for certainty, struggling with poor concentration, or feeling burdened by your own hypersensitivity? Whether your challenges stem from brain chemistry, genetics, or hurtful parenting, you don’t have to face them alone. At Evolve Psychiatry, our compassionate team of medical experts and seasoned psychotherapists partners with you to explore and finally answer these questions. Together, we’ll cultivate the skills you need to feel more confident in yourself and more connected to the world around you.
(949) 546-6705 View (949) 546-6705
Dr. Sandra Hah
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
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.
(949) 881-5779 View (949) 881-5779
Alicia Bulin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
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
(949) 710-5242 View (949) 710-5242

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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.