Dissociative Disorders (DID) Psychiatrists in Manhattan Beach, CA
Welcoming New Patients! Riz Ahmad, known as Dr. Riz, 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. Originally from New York, Dr. Riz grew up in a Pakistani-American family of 70+ first-degree relatives, an experience that piqued his interest in interpersonal relationships and human psychology. He is the recipient of multiple awards for excellence in psychiatric care and leadership and is known for bringing an unassuming familiarity in his everyday interactions.
Welcoming New Patients! Riz Ahmad, known as Dr. Riz, 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. Originally from New York, Dr. Riz grew up in a Pakistani-American family of 70+ first-degree relatives, an experience that piqued his interest in interpersonal relationships and human psychology. He is the recipient of multiple awards for excellence in psychiatric care and leadership and is known for bringing an unassuming familiarity in his everyday interactions.
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.
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.
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.
Samantha McKinnon is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and family nurse practitioner (FNP) with 14 years of nursing experience caring for patients of all ages. She completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing at The University of Texas and her post-master’s psychiatric mental health certification at Johns Hopkins University. Samantha is dedicated to understanding each patient’s story, ensuring they feel valued, supported and heard.
Samantha McKinnon is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and family nurse practitioner (FNP) with 14 years of nursing experience caring for patients of all ages. She completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing at The University of Texas and her post-master’s psychiatric mental health certification at Johns Hopkins University. Samantha is dedicated to understanding each patient’s story, ensuring they feel valued, supported and heard.
*Offices in Hermosa Beach & Santa Monica.* I am a psychiatrist specialized in understanding both the biological and psychological factors of human emotions. I take the time to understand what my patients need and through a collaborative approach, we create a personalized treatment plan based on your unique needs. Through my work in clinical trials, I stay on the forefront of medication innovation and safety, giving me first-hand experience in the most effective, and safe treatments. Through my training in psychotherapy I continue to address the emotional and psychological aspects of that person.
*Offices in Hermosa Beach & Santa Monica.* I am a psychiatrist specialized in understanding both the biological and psychological factors of human emotions. I take the time to understand what my patients need and through a collaborative approach, we create a personalized treatment plan based on your unique needs. Through my work in clinical trials, I stay on the forefront of medication innovation and safety, giving me first-hand experience in the most effective, and safe treatments. Through my training in psychotherapy I continue to address the emotional and psychological aspects of that person.
Accepting new patients! Dr. Kartik Ananth, a double board-certified psychiatrist and pain management specialist, provides compassionate, comprehensive care for chronic pain, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and other mental health concerns. He offers advanced treatments such as Ketamine Infusions, TMS therapy, medication management, psychotherapy, and telemedicine. Dr. Ananth's personalized approach focuses on creating tailored treatment plans that address your individual goals, helping you achieve lasting emotional relief, improved mental wellness, and enhanced quality of life.
Accepting new patients! Dr. Kartik Ananth, a double board-certified psychiatrist and pain management specialist, provides compassionate, comprehensive care for chronic pain, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and other mental health concerns. He offers advanced treatments such as Ketamine Infusions, TMS therapy, medication management, psychotherapy, and telemedicine. Dr. Ananth's personalized approach focuses on creating tailored treatment plans that address your individual goals, helping you achieve lasting emotional relief, improved mental wellness, and enhanced quality of life.
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Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate! No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. We at Open Mind Health offer a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges–no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate! No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. We at Open Mind Health offer a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges–no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Dr. Erin Benesch is double Board Certified in Child & Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry. She provides treatment for a wide range of complex mental health issues in children, adolescents and young adults using medications, psychotherapy, and other alternative modalities of treatment. Dr. Benesch believes in the optimization of medication management while minimizing polypharmacy and addictive medications. She strongly encourages comprehensive mental health treatment in a collaborative model with therapists practicing primary evidence-based intervention.
Dr. Erin Benesch is double Board Certified in Child & Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry. She provides treatment for a wide range of complex mental health issues in children, adolescents and young adults using medications, psychotherapy, and other alternative modalities of treatment. Dr. Benesch believes in the optimization of medication management while minimizing polypharmacy and addictive medications. She strongly encourages comprehensive mental health treatment in a collaborative model with therapists practicing primary evidence-based intervention.
I utilize a patient-centered, collaborative approach to care, recognizing that each person's experiences, needs, and goals are unique. I combine evidence-based treatment with compassionate listening to develop individualized care plans. I believe in educating and empowering patients so they can make informed decisions about their treatment. My journey to becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) began with my passion for helping people improve their mental well-being. I started my career as a Registered Nurse, where I spent 6 years caring for individuals with mental health conditions.
I utilize a patient-centered, collaborative approach to care, recognizing that each person's experiences, needs, and goals are unique. I combine evidence-based treatment with compassionate listening to develop individualized care plans. I believe in educating and empowering patients so they can make informed decisions about their treatment. My journey to becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) began with my passion for helping people improve their mental well-being. I started my career as a Registered Nurse, where I spent 6 years caring for individuals with mental health conditions.
During our first visit I want to get to know you, to assist you on a journey to achieve optimal wellness. I will be an attentive listener, provide an empathic therapeutic approach by partnering with you to achieve your ultimate lifetime goals. I am a strong advocate for mental health and will assist you to navigate the healthcare system that can be confusing at times.
During our first visit I want to get to know you, to assist you on a journey to achieve optimal wellness. I will be an attentive listener, provide an empathic therapeutic approach by partnering with you to achieve your ultimate lifetime goals. I am a strong advocate for mental health and will assist you to navigate the healthcare system that can be confusing at times.
Progeny Psychiatric Clinic
Psychiatrist, MD, DO, DNP, NP, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Ideal clients are those that are dealing with mental health issue, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bi-Polar, and many more. The goal is to help them become stable and function as normal as possible in their daily lives. Patients want to be helped to become independent in society.
Ideal clients are those that are dealing with mental health issue, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bi-Polar, and many more. The goal is to help them become stable and function as normal as possible in their daily lives. Patients want to be helped to become independent in society.
As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe that everyone deserves compassionate and effective care. If you're feeling stuck and unsure about how to manage your symptoms, I'm here to help. Let's work together to uncover the underlying causes of your struggles, address any co-occurring conditions, and develop a customized treatment plan that integrates evidence-based approaches for optimal healing.
As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe that everyone deserves compassionate and effective care. If you're feeling stuck and unsure about how to manage your symptoms, I'm here to help. Let's work together to uncover the underlying causes of your struggles, address any co-occurring conditions, and develop a customized treatment plan that integrates evidence-based approaches for optimal healing.
Jacquelyn Hamed | Anxiety, Depression & ADHD
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP, APRN, DNP
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Hi! I am Jackie. I have been helping clients who are overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, panic episodes, trauma or PSTD, bipolar or personality disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD.
Hi! I am Jackie. I have been helping clients who are overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, panic episodes, trauma or PSTD, bipolar or personality disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD.
At Laurel Grove TMS, we serve individuals who feel stuck despite their best efforts, often after months or years of depression, anxiety, low motivation, disrupted sleep, difficulty concentrating, or limited benefit from previous treatment. Many of our clients are seeking a thoughtful, personalized next step. Our team takes time to understand each person’s history, goals, and day-to-day challenges, then develops a collaborative treatment plan designed to support meaningful, lasting progress. We aim to provide a calm, respectful setting where clients feel heard, informed, and supported throughout care.
At Laurel Grove TMS, we serve individuals who feel stuck despite their best efforts, often after months or years of depression, anxiety, low motivation, disrupted sleep, difficulty concentrating, or limited benefit from previous treatment. Many of our clients are seeking a thoughtful, personalized next step. Our team takes time to understand each person’s history, goals, and day-to-day challenges, then develops a collaborative treatment plan designed to support meaningful, lasting progress. We aim to provide a calm, respectful setting where clients feel heard, informed, and supported throughout care.
Elyn Saks has said the humanity we share is more important than the mental illnesses we may not, and this is the guiding principle of my clinical practice, and cornerstone to my working relationship with you. Your success and happiness are rooted in a partnership that we share. You do the hard part of being vulnerable; to the best of my ability, I will work to listen to and understand you, before coming to a shared treatment plan. The extent to which we do our part is the measure of your and my success.
Elyn Saks has said the humanity we share is more important than the mental illnesses we may not, and this is the guiding principle of my clinical practice, and cornerstone to my working relationship with you. Your success and happiness are rooted in a partnership that we share. You do the hard part of being vulnerable; to the best of my ability, I will work to listen to and understand you, before coming to a shared treatment plan. The extent to which we do our part is the measure of your and my success.
I am a double board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over twelve (12) years of experience serving diverse adult and adolescent populations. I provide compassionate, culturally responsive care, and focus on building strong therapeutic relationships. My goal is to support clients in achieving stability, clarity, and improved well-being.
I am a double board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over twelve (12) years of experience serving diverse adult and adolescent populations. I provide compassionate, culturally responsive care, and focus on building strong therapeutic relationships. My goal is to support clients in achieving stability, clarity, and improved well-being.
Living with depression, anxiety, or PTSD can feel overwhelming and isolating, often leaving you trapped in a cycle of fear, sadness, or painful memories. These challenges may disrupt your daily life, strain relationships, and diminish your sense of purpose or joy. You might feel stuck, unsure of how to move forward, or find it difficult to trust yourself and others. Together, we can explore these emotions, uncover your strengths, and create a path toward healing, resilience, and a life filled with hope and possibility.
Living with depression, anxiety, or PTSD can feel overwhelming and isolating, often leaving you trapped in a cycle of fear, sadness, or painful memories. These challenges may disrupt your daily life, strain relationships, and diminish your sense of purpose or joy. You might feel stuck, unsure of how to move forward, or find it difficult to trust yourself and others. Together, we can explore these emotions, uncover your strengths, and create a path toward healing, resilience, and a life filled with hope and possibility.
Tele Psych Services Only:
Hello, my name is Shalita Clark, and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practioner with a clinical career in outpatient settings. I specialize in managing the care of adults with depression, bipolar, anxiety, panic, PTSD, mood disorders, personality disorders, schizoaffective disorder, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and adjustment disorders. I provide extensive psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacological treatment initiation, monitoring, and management.
Tele Psych Services Only:
Hello, my name is Shalita Clark, and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practioner with a clinical career in outpatient settings. I specialize in managing the care of adults with depression, bipolar, anxiety, panic, PTSD, mood disorders, personality disorders, schizoaffective disorder, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and adjustment disorders. I provide extensive psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacological treatment initiation, monitoring, and management.
Available appointments within 3-5 business days. After-hours and weekend appointments. Are you or your loved ones struggling to balance mental and physical health? Are you suffering from anxiety? If this somewhat sounds familiar, I would like to help you in your healing journey. I provide Telemedicine Services so that you can conveniently be seen from your home for psychiatry appointments and medication management without the need to travel. I provide the same psychiatry services as an in-person office visit and I can also address other aspects that encompass your complete wellness. My aim is to help you to thrive at your best.
Available appointments within 3-5 business days. After-hours and weekend appointments. Are you or your loved ones struggling to balance mental and physical health? Are you suffering from anxiety? If this somewhat sounds familiar, I would like to help you in your healing journey. I provide Telemedicine Services so that you can conveniently be seen from your home for psychiatry appointments and medication management without the need to travel. I provide the same psychiatry services as an in-person office visit and I can also address other aspects that encompass your complete wellness. My aim is to help you to thrive at your best.
You keep everything running at work and at home, but it costs more than it should. Maybe your focus slips no matter how hard you try, worry follows you into the night, or your mood has felt flat for months. Maybe you tried medication before and felt rushed or unheard. My patients are adults across Los Angeles, many of them in the entertainment industry, who want a psychiatrist who takes the time to understand the whole picture before writing a prescription. I see patients in English and Spanish. Insurance, private pay with superbills, and a concierge membership are all options.
You keep everything running at work and at home, but it costs more than it should. Maybe your focus slips no matter how hard you try, worry follows you into the night, or your mood has felt flat for months. Maybe you tried medication before and felt rushed or unheard. My patients are adults across Los Angeles, many of them in the entertainment industry, who want a psychiatrist who takes the time to understand the whole picture before writing a prescription. I see patients in English and Spanish. Insurance, private pay with superbills, and a concierge membership are all options.
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FAQ - Dissociative Disorders (DID) Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with dissociative disorders?
Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions—including dissociative identity disorder (DID), dissociative amnesia, and depersonalization-derealization disorder—that are characterized by a disruption or disconnection from reality. While occasional moments of disconnection, such as daydreaming or becoming immersed in a movie, are common and typically harmless, dissociative disorders are diagnosed when these experiences become distressing, chronic, or interfere with daily functioning. Symptoms of dissociation can include feeling detached from one's body, experiencing a sense of unreality, memory loss (amnesia), or a general disconnection from one's surroundings. These symptoms can range in intensity from mild to severe and may occur episodically or persist for longer periods of time.
How do psychiatrists evaluate and treat dissociative disorders?
Psychiatrists play a critical role in identifying and treating dissociative disorders, often focusing on the underlying causes of dissociation—most commonly a history of trauma. Initial psychiatric sessions typically begin with an evaluation to assess current symptoms and understand a client's medical and psychological history. This process helps determine potential triggers for dissociation and rules out any medical or substance-related causes. Evaluations often include questions about trauma exposure, co-occurring mental health conditions (such as depression, anxiety, or PTSD), substance use, and the frequency, duration, and nature of dissociative episodes. Ongoing psychiatric care is usually individualized and may involve a combination of therapeutic approaches depending on the type and severity of the dissociative disorder. Treatment can include trauma-informed therapy, psychoeducation, medication management for co-occurring conditions, and supportive psychotherapy to help clients develop grounding techniques and better manage their dissociative symptoms.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in dissociative disorders?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful resource for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in dissociative disorders and trauma-related conditions. The platform offers search filters to narrow results by clinical specialty—such as dissociative disorders, trauma, or PTSD—as well as by insurance coverage, session cost, location, and provider identity preferences. When seeking care, it's important to ask potential providers about their specific experience with dissociative disorders and their approach to trauma-informed care, as these conditions often require specialized knowledge and are not treated by all psychiatrists.