Psychiatrists for Children in Pacific Palisades, CA
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
Hello, my name is Tomas. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over seven years of experience providing mental health care. I specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of psychiatric conditions, offering services that include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and talk therapy. I take a holistic approach to care, addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—to support long-term mental wellness.
Hello, my name is Tomas. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over seven years of experience providing mental health care. I specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of psychiatric conditions, offering services that include psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and talk therapy. I take a holistic approach to care, addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—to support long-term mental wellness.
If your child is anxious, struggling in school, or not acting like themselves, I can help.
As a physician, I offer both psychotherapy and medication management when appropriate. I take a careful, individualized approach—grounded in a thorough understanding of your child’s development, health, and environment. Treatment may include therapy, practical strategies, and thoughtfully considered medication, with a focus on helping your child function
If your child is anxious, struggling in school, or not acting like themselves, I can help.
As a physician, I offer both psychotherapy and medication management when appropriate. I take a careful, individualized approach—grounded in a thorough understanding of your child’s development, health, and environment. Treatment may include therapy, practical strategies, and thoughtfully considered medication, with a focus on helping your child function
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
Wong returned to his home state of California where he treats children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients for medication management and routine therapy. He specializes in providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to each person’s needs. His expertise spans a variety of diagnoses and works with children, adolescents, adults, and athletes.
Wong returned to his home state of California where he treats children, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients for medication management and routine therapy. He specializes in providing compassionate and individualized care tailored to each person’s needs. His expertise spans a variety of diagnoses and works with children, adolescents, adults, and athletes.
I welcome people of all ages and genders, but I have special expertise in working with women and adolescent girls who suffer from depression, mood swings, grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-injury, eating disorders, and/or ADHD. I see patients in person in Beverly Hills and in Redlands, California, and I also see patients via telepsychiatry throughout California. I use an approach that combines psychiatry-as-usual, that is, medications and therapy, with lifestyle changes in several domains. I work with patients to help them to achieve all-around vibrant health, both mental and physical.
I welcome people of all ages and genders, but I have special expertise in working with women and adolescent girls who suffer from depression, mood swings, grief, anxiety, stress, trauma, self-injury, eating disorders, and/or ADHD. I see patients in person in Beverly Hills and in Redlands, California, and I also see patients via telepsychiatry throughout California. I use an approach that combines psychiatry-as-usual, that is, medications and therapy, with lifestyle changes in several domains. I work with patients to help them to achieve all-around vibrant health, both mental and physical.
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I am a psychiatrist trained at NYMC and UCLA with a specialized focus in child, adolescent, and addiction psychiatry.
My approach combines evidence-based therapies with medication management, ensuring that each patient’s unique needs are addressed. Whether you’re facing the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, or depression, I offer compassionate support and effective strategies to help you achieve your highest level of functioning.
I am a psychiatrist trained at NYMC and UCLA with a specialized focus in child, adolescent, and addiction psychiatry.
My approach combines evidence-based therapies with medication management, ensuring that each patient’s unique needs are addressed. Whether you’re facing the challenges of ADHD, anxiety, or depression, I offer compassionate support and effective strategies to help you achieve your highest level of functioning.
Untreated mental illness, chronic stress, psychosis, insomnia, anxiety and depression take a toll not only on your relationships and work, but can also affect your physical health. Your mental health is connected to your overall well being. We apply a holistic approach to helping individuals, couples and families with therapy and treatment services to address stress, chronic depression, mental illnesses, and other mental health-related problems. We see our clients as unique individuals with unique needs which is why our approach is customized and patient-centered.
Untreated mental illness, chronic stress, psychosis, insomnia, anxiety and depression take a toll not only on your relationships and work, but can also affect your physical health. Your mental health is connected to your overall well being. We apply a holistic approach to helping individuals, couples and families with therapy and treatment services to address stress, chronic depression, mental illnesses, and other mental health-related problems. We see our clients as unique individuals with unique needs which is why our approach is customized and patient-centered.
I’m a board-certified psychiatrist in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry, with added expertise in perinatal and postpartum care.
My approach blends biology with an understanding of family systems and development. I believe resilience is built when treatment is intentional and collaborative. I offer evaluations, medication management, and therapy-informed follow-ups, using medication thoughtfully and with attention to both prescribing and de-prescribing.
I’m a board-certified psychiatrist in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry, with added expertise in perinatal and postpartum care.
My approach blends biology with an understanding of family systems and development. I believe resilience is built when treatment is intentional and collaborative. I offer evaluations, medication management, and therapy-informed follow-ups, using medication thoughtfully and with attention to both prescribing and de-prescribing.
Dr. Future O. Ogbebor is a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of clinical experience across a wide range of healthcare settings. She is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered mental health care and helping individuals achieve improved emotional well-being and stability.
Dr. Ogbebor earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Massachusetts Global.
Dr. Future O. Ogbebor is a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of clinical experience across a wide range of healthcare settings. She is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered mental health care and helping individuals achieve improved emotional well-being and stability.
Dr. Ogbebor earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Massachusetts Global.
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
Also, a psychiatric evaluation may be needed in cases involving professional licensing boards, child custody matters, and immigration.
I'm Dr. Alex Sahba, double board certified in general psychiatry and forensic psychiatry and trained at UCLA. I conduct legal / forensic / psychiatric evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), diagnostic psychiatric evaluations, competency evaluations, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, cognitive evaluations, immigration evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychiatric evaluations / assessments.
Khadeer Khan, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, CEN, is a doctoral-prepared Nurse Practitioner with dual board certifications in Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Practice, along with certification as a Certified Emergency Nurse. He provides comprehensive, evidence-based care that integrates both physical and mental health treatment. His broad clinical experience in primary care, behavioral health, emergency nursing, and community healthcare allows him to deliver personalized, whole-person care to individuals across the lifespan.
Khadeer Khan, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, CEN, is a doctoral-prepared Nurse Practitioner with dual board certifications in Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Practice, along with certification as a Certified Emergency Nurse. He provides comprehensive, evidence-based care that integrates both physical and mental health treatment. His broad clinical experience in primary care, behavioral health, emergency nursing, and community healthcare allows him to deliver personalized, whole-person care to individuals across the lifespan.
Abdel Tayyem | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Long Beach, CA 90806
I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and their families in a safe, compassionate, and understanding space.
I provide compassionate, personalized mental health care for all ages, specializing in medication management and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Bilingual in Arabic/English, I offer in-person and telehealth services, tailoring treatment plans to each individual’s unique needs for lasting emotional wellness and resilience.
I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and their families in a safe, compassionate, and understanding space.
I provide compassionate, personalized mental health care for all ages, specializing in medication management and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Bilingual in Arabic/English, I offer in-person and telehealth services, tailoring treatment plans to each individual’s unique needs for lasting emotional wellness and resilience.
Ryan Scoggins is a double-board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist.
Dr. Scoggins collaborates with his patients in exploring evidenced based treatment options. He tirelessly works towards improving the quality of life of the individual by providing a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation then makes recommendations which are tailored to the individual’s needs.
Ryan Scoggins is a double-board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist.
Dr. Scoggins collaborates with his patients in exploring evidenced based treatment options. He tirelessly works towards improving the quality of life of the individual by providing a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation then makes recommendations which are tailored to the individual’s needs.
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
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.
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 treat children and adults affected by various mental illnesses with care and compassion.
I offer stigma free mental health care and I listen to my patients because I believe that they are my partners; together we can tackle Mental Health Stigma. I offer Psychiatrc Evaluation and Medication Management via telehealth in the confort of your home,Treating depression, bipolar, anxiety, and ADHD and more; we can analyze the issue together.
I treat children and adults affected by various mental illnesses with care and compassion.
I offer stigma free mental health care and I listen to my patients because I believe that they are my partners; together we can tackle Mental Health Stigma. I offer Psychiatrc Evaluation and Medication Management via telehealth in the confort of your home,Treating depression, bipolar, anxiety, and ADHD and more; we can analyze the issue together.
I support children, adolescents, and adults seeking greater clarity, stability, and well-being through telehealth psychiatric evaluations and individualized medication management.
I provide telehealth psychiatric evaluations and medication management in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space. When appropriate, I incorporate supportive therapy, CBT-based strategies, and psychoeducation. Together, we will create a treatment plan that reflects your individual needs, values, and goals.
I support children, adolescents, and adults seeking greater clarity, stability, and well-being through telehealth psychiatric evaluations and individualized medication management.
I provide telehealth psychiatric evaluations and medication management in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space. When appropriate, I incorporate supportive therapy, CBT-based strategies, and psychoeducation. Together, we will create a treatment plan that reflects your individual needs, values, and goals.
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Balancing your mental and physical wellness is an Art and a Science! WellPsyche and MediPsych providers are experts in Psychotherapy and Medication Management. We will evaluate your specific concerns, develop a clear and practical plan, and support you through the process of improving your life. The time is now for you to function at your best!
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FAQ - About Child Psychiatry
What does a child psychiatrist do?
Child psychiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions in children and adolescents. They support children and their families in navigating a wide range of challenges related to growing up, including academic difficulties, peer-related stress or bullying, family transitions such as divorce, and mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or ADHD. Treatment often includes age-appropriate therapy and, when appropriate, medication. Child psychiatrists also frequently collaborate with other professionals involved in a child’s care—such as therapists, pediatricians, teachers, or occupational therapists—to ensure a coordinated approach. They may also conduct developmental or psychological assessments to clarify diagnoses or determine the most effective treatment plan for a child. While child psychiatrists may see patients of any age under 18, many focus on specific developmental stages, such as the toddler years or adolescence.
How to find a child psychiatrist
Psychology Today’s online directory allows users to search for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in working with children. The platform also offers additional filters to help you find a provider with relevant specialty areas who sees patients in your child’s age group. Each provider profile includes detailed information such as therapeutic approach, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. These details can help you evaluate whether a provider is a good match for your child’s needs and developmental stage.

