Anxiety Psychiatrists in Santa Maria, CA
I specialize in helping individuals navigate Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Bipolar Disorder.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, thoughtful medication management, and nurturing supportive psychotherapy. By blending the latest evidence-based research with a warm, person-centered focus, we work as a team to create a personalized plan. Whether in-person or via video, I provide the clinical expertise needed for your success.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Bipolar Disorder.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, thoughtful medication management, and nurturing supportive psychotherapy. By blending the latest evidence-based research with a warm, person-centered focus, we work as a team to create a personalized plan. Whether in-person or via video, I provide the clinical expertise needed for your success.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, psychotic disorders, and major life transitions.
I offer medication management and individual therapy, and when appropriate, child and adolescent therapy as well. My approach draws from CBT, DBT, and client-centered care, while also paying close attention to your strengths, values, and lived experience. Treatment with me is collaborative, practical, and tailored to your needs.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, psychotic disorders, and major life transitions.
I offer medication management and individual therapy, and when appropriate, child and adolescent therapy as well. My approach draws from CBT, DBT, and client-centered care, while also paying close attention to your strengths, values, and lived experience. Treatment with me is collaborative, practical, and tailored to your needs.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn.
I provide psychiatric care for all ages, from children to older adults. My services include evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep disorders, stress-related conditions, and behavioral challenges.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn.
I provide psychiatric care for all ages, from children to older adults. My services include evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep disorders, stress-related conditions, and behavioral challenges.
I am Board Certified and highly trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions with particular attention given to treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, ADHD, Stress-related disorders, and Psychosis.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you having difficulty waking up in the morning, getting through the day, and sleeping through the night? Are you going through cycles of sadness, mood changes, nervousness, and tiredness? We provide holistic and patient-centered care for adolescents and adults from diverse populations to facilitate the process of healing.
I am Board Certified and highly trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions with particular attention given to treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, ADHD, Stress-related disorders, and Psychosis.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you having difficulty waking up in the morning, getting through the day, and sleeping through the night? Are you going through cycles of sadness, mood changes, nervousness, and tiredness? We provide holistic and patient-centered care for adolescents and adults from diverse populations to facilitate the process of healing.
Beverly Glavan I Depression, Anxiety & PTSD
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PHMNP, PNP, APRN
Serves Area
Beverly has over two decades of varied nursing experience, encompassing everything from emergency care to family health. Her journey in mental health is deeply personal; as a mother of five, she has navigated her own family’s mental health challenges, which has only strengthened her passion for helping others in this field. Beverly brings a heartfelt approach to her practice, combining empathy with a genuine straightforwardness.
Beverly has over two decades of varied nursing experience, encompassing everything from emergency care to family health. Her journey in mental health is deeply personal; as a mother of five, she has navigated her own family’s mental health challenges, which has only strengthened her passion for helping others in this field. Beverly brings a heartfelt approach to her practice, combining empathy with a genuine straightforwardness.
is a nationally renowned Psychiatrist, specializing in clinical psychopharmacology and neuropsychiatry, affective and mood disorders, anxiety, dual diagnosis and substance use disorders.
The more information I have about my patients, the better I can address each person’s needs. The interplay of any underlying medical conditions, different medications, possible genetic factors, and emotional health is critical to my creating an individualized treatment plan expertly tailored to each person.
is a nationally renowned Psychiatrist, specializing in clinical psychopharmacology and neuropsychiatry, affective and mood disorders, anxiety, dual diagnosis and substance use disorders.
The more information I have about my patients, the better I can address each person’s needs. The interplay of any underlying medical conditions, different medications, possible genetic factors, and emotional health is critical to my creating an individualized treatment plan expertly tailored to each person.
His goal is to raise awareness in the community about the benefits of interventional treatments like TMS and its role in treating depression and disorders that co-occur with depression, such as generalized anxiety, OCD, and PTSD.
Dr. Tun has been a leader in the interventional psychiatry world, and he has led efforts to increase access to interventional care for patients all over California. He has trained and mentored numerous new TMS physicians, and he has taught the Interventional Psychiatry course at UC Irvine's Department of Psychiatry.
His goal is to raise awareness in the community about the benefits of interventional treatments like TMS and its role in treating depression and disorders that co-occur with depression, such as generalized anxiety, OCD, and PTSD.
Dr. Tun has been a leader in the interventional psychiatry world, and he has led efforts to increase access to interventional care for patients all over California. He has trained and mentored numerous new TMS physicians, and he has taught the Interventional Psychiatry course at UC Irvine's Department of Psychiatry.
My philosophy is straightforward: avoid medication unless necessary, use the lowest effective doses, and choose treatments with minimal side effects, always prioritizing your unique needs. Together, we’ll navigate your journey towards wellness, exploring innovative treatments and making informed decisions to enhance your happiness and productivity. For more information, visit my website at Well-BeingMentalHealth.com.
My philosophy is straightforward: avoid medication unless necessary, use the lowest effective doses, and choose treatments with minimal side effects, always prioritizing your unique needs. Together, we’ll navigate your journey towards wellness, exploring innovative treatments and making informed decisions to enhance your happiness and productivity. For more information, visit my website at Well-BeingMentalHealth.com.
As a specialist in treating OCD as well as Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar and PTSD, my care is collaborative, empowering, and personal.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
As a specialist in treating OCD as well as Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar and PTSD, my care is collaborative, empowering, and personal.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
Dr. Welby Nielsen focuses on wellness and improved quality of life for each patient. Dr. Nielsen treats children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Dr. Welby Nielsen focuses on wellness and improved quality of life for each patient. Dr. Nielsen treats children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
I help children, teens, and adults who feel stuck in anxiety, ADHD, depression, and other mental health challenges.
I bring over a decade of experience in mental health, including inpatient psychiatry and ER settings. I practice holistic psychiatry—offering medication, lab testing, nutrition, supplements, botanicals, and mind-body tools to help kids, teens, and adults feel clear, calm, connected, and aligned.
I help children, teens, and adults who feel stuck in anxiety, ADHD, depression, and other mental health challenges.
I bring over a decade of experience in mental health, including inpatient psychiatry and ER settings. I practice holistic psychiatry—offering medication, lab testing, nutrition, supplements, botanicals, and mind-body tools to help kids, teens, and adults feel clear, calm, connected, and aligned.
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I promote a holistic approach to care. In providing care, I attempt to raise awareness of the individual's medical condition related to mental health disorders. Patients are educated on their disorder and the biological changes that occur. Each treatment plan is individualized to the patient. Interventions are based on best-evidenced base practice. People can recover from mental health disorders, leading a fulfilling and productive life despite their disability. For certain people, it denotes a reduction in the severity of their symptoms. I believe that treatment adds to the spirit of a person, instead of diminishing their spirit.
I promote a holistic approach to care. In providing care, I attempt to raise awareness of the individual's medical condition related to mental health disorders. Patients are educated on their disorder and the biological changes that occur. Each treatment plan is individualized to the patient. Interventions are based on best-evidenced base practice. People can recover from mental health disorders, leading a fulfilling and productive life despite their disability. For certain people, it denotes a reduction in the severity of their symptoms. I believe that treatment adds to the spirit of a person, instead of diminishing their spirit.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the weight of past trauma?
I offer a whole-person approach to mental wellness. My practice combines comprehensive psychiatric evaluations with medication management and supportive psychotherapy. Beyond treating symptoms, I focus on the psychosocial and genetic factors impacting your life. From chronic stress to substance use recovery, I provide the expertise you need to thrive.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or the weight of past trauma?
I offer a whole-person approach to mental wellness. My practice combines comprehensive psychiatric evaluations with medication management and supportive psychotherapy. Beyond treating symptoms, I focus on the psychosocial and genetic factors impacting your life. From chronic stress to substance use recovery, I provide the expertise you need to thrive.
I help young and older adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
In our first session, we'll introduce ourselves, discuss the reason for the consultation, and develop a thorough evaluation and treatment plan. I have worked with adolescents, young and older adults for some years. I have been able to perform a thorough evaluation, come up with diagnoses, and develop realistic treatment goals.
I help young and older adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
In our first session, we'll introduce ourselves, discuss the reason for the consultation, and develop a thorough evaluation and treatment plan. I have worked with adolescents, young and older adults for some years. I have been able to perform a thorough evaluation, come up with diagnoses, and develop realistic treatment goals.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn.
I provide psychiatric care for all ages, from children to older adults. My services include evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep disorders, stress-related conditions, and behavioral challenges.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn.
I provide psychiatric care for all ages, from children to older adults. My services include evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy. I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep disorders, stress-related conditions, and behavioral challenges.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
With a focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and sleep disorders, I bring over 5 years of experience in providing compassionate care and evidence-based treatment to my clients.
As a psych and mental health nurse practitioner, she provides mental health care for patients of various age groups and cultural and professional backgrounds. She provides comprehensive psychiatry assessment, medication management, and Christian-based therapy for adolescents and adult patients.
With a focus on depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and sleep disorders, I bring over 5 years of experience in providing compassionate care and evidence-based treatment to my clients.
As a psych and mental health nurse practitioner, she provides mental health care for patients of various age groups and cultural and professional backgrounds. She provides comprehensive psychiatry assessment, medication management, and Christian-based therapy for adolescents and adult patients.
CNS Medical Group, APMC is an independent psychiatric medical practice that offers a comprehensive and individualized approach to whole person health and wellness in a confidential private practice setting. Our patients include adolescents, adults and families with an emphasis on both medical management and psychotherapy.
CNS Medical Group, APMC is an independent psychiatric medical practice that offers a comprehensive and individualized approach to whole person health and wellness in a confidential private practice setting. Our patients include adolescents, adults and families with an emphasis on both medical management and psychotherapy.
They've been told their depression is "treatment-resistant," their anxiety is "manageable," or their substance use is a character issue rather than a medical one.
I'm a board-certified Physician Assistant with a Doctorate in Education and 17 years of clinical experience spanning psychiatry, addiction medicine, and emergency medicine. I have advanced training in psychedelic-assisted care, Spravato (esketamine) administration, and complex medication management for patients who haven't responded to standard treatments.
They've been told their depression is "treatment-resistant," their anxiety is "manageable," or their substance use is a character issue rather than a medical one.
I'm a board-certified Physician Assistant with a Doctorate in Education and 17 years of clinical experience spanning psychiatry, addiction medicine, and emergency medicine. I have advanced training in psychedelic-assisted care, Spravato (esketamine) administration, and complex medication management for patients who haven't responded to standard treatments.
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When should you consider seeing a psychiatrist for anxiety?
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can develop at any point across the lifespan and may present in various forms, such as social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). While occasional anxiety is a normal part of life, in some cases it can become so overwhelming that it interferes with a person’s ability to function effectively at work, maintain healthy relationships, or carry out everyday responsibilities. In such instances, seeking support from a psychiatrist who is familiar with the complexities of anxiety can be an important step toward reducing symptoms.
What to expect during anxiety treatment?
At the beginning of treatment, psychiatrists generally conduct an assessment or evaluation to better understand a client's symptoms, medical history, and specific needs. This assessment helps them determine the most appropriate course of action, which may include therapy, medication, or a combination of both. In the case of anxiety, psychiatrists often recommend evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, exposure therapy, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—all of which have been shown to be effective in helping individuals reduce anxiety and develop healthier coping strategies. As treatment progresses, psychiatrists typically meet with clients on a regular basis to monitor their response to medications and therapeutic interventions, making adjustments when necessary to ensure that the treatment remains effective and aligned with the client’s goals. In many cases, they collaborate closely with other mental health professionals, such as psychotherapists or social workers. While the length of treatment varies from person to person, many individuals attend weekly sessions over the course of several months, which allows time for medications to take full effect. For others, shorter-term therapy may be sufficient, depending on the nature and severity of their anxiety symptoms.
How to find a psychiatrist for anxiety?
The Psychology Today online directory can be a helpful resource for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in anxiety and related conditions, and it allows users to filter results based on treatment focus, insurance, cost, and provider background. Because anxiety is so prevalent, most psychiatrists have experience in diagnosing and treating it. However, when searching for a provider, it is often helpful to ask about their specific experience with anxiety and to inquire about their general approach to treatment. It is also important to confirm whether the psychiatrist accepts your insurance or whether their out-of-pocket costs are manageable for you. Additionally, for some individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, finding a psychiatrist who shares or has familiarity with their cultural, racial, or gender identity can make a significant difference in the effectiveness of care.