Male Psychiatrists in Santa Monica, CA
Do you want help because you are anxious or depressed? Having problems with relationships? Work? Sleep? Drugs or alcohol? We can work together to find what will work best to resolve your problems. Using a biopsychosocial approach we can plan a treatment program that may include psychotherapy, medication, and other psychosocial interventions. My aim is to work collaboratively with you to find what will work best to resolve the issues which most concern you. Current evidence of what is effective will be an important part of a treatment plan we put together.
Do you want help because you are anxious or depressed? Having problems with relationships? Work? Sleep? Drugs or alcohol? We can work together to find what will work best to resolve your problems. Using a biopsychosocial approach we can plan a treatment program that may include psychotherapy, medication, and other psychosocial interventions. My aim is to work collaboratively with you to find what will work best to resolve the issues which most concern you. Current evidence of what is effective will be an important part of a treatment plan we put together.
*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.
By way of education, he is a medical graduate of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, and trained in Psychiatry and Internal Medicine at the USC School of Medicine (1975-80) and in Geriatrics at the UCLA School of Medicine (1980-82) where he remained as Professor (1982-2017) and Professor Emeritus (2017 to present). He has been in continuous clinical practice since 1982.
By way of education, he is a medical graduate of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, and trained in Psychiatry and Internal Medicine at the USC School of Medicine (1975-80) and in Geriatrics at the UCLA School of Medicine (1980-82) where he remained as Professor (1982-2017) and Professor Emeritus (2017 to present). He has been in continuous clinical practice since 1982.
I am a board certified psychiatrist and scientist with over 10 years experience in the practice of evidence-based medicine. While I specialize in treating patients experiencing disturbed moods and poor impulse control (e.g. Bipolar disorder and ADHD), I treat nearly the full spectrum of psychiatric conditions. With expertise in psychiatry and neurobiology I provide patients with an individualized approach that combines the most effective tools including cognitive-behavioral therapy and state-of-the-art psychopharmacology.
I am a board certified psychiatrist and scientist with over 10 years experience in the practice of evidence-based medicine. While I specialize in treating patients experiencing disturbed moods and poor impulse control (e.g. Bipolar disorder and ADHD), I treat nearly the full spectrum of psychiatric conditions. With expertise in psychiatry and neurobiology I provide patients with an individualized approach that combines the most effective tools including cognitive-behavioral therapy and state-of-the-art psychopharmacology.
Dr. Bandi is a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. He combines medication management with evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT to provide compassionate, patient-centered treatment that promotes healing, resilience, and long-term emotional well-being. Dr. Bandi earned his MD from Creighton University and completed residency at George Washington University and Harvard-BIDMC.
Dr. Bandi is a board-certified psychiatrist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. He combines medication management with evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT to provide compassionate, patient-centered treatment that promotes healing, resilience, and long-term emotional well-being. Dr. Bandi earned his MD from Creighton University and completed residency at George Washington University and Harvard-BIDMC.
Hello, my name is David Taylor MD, and I am a board certified psychiatrist and assistant clinical professor at UCLA.
As a physician, I am able to offer both therapy and medications to my patients. Although some people choose to have a separate therapist and psychiatrist, I believe that symptom improvement is enhanced when both treatments are provided by one professional.
Hello, my name is David Taylor MD, and I am a board certified psychiatrist and assistant clinical professor at UCLA.
As a physician, I am able to offer both therapy and medications to my patients. Although some people choose to have a separate therapist and psychiatrist, I believe that symptom improvement is enhanced when both treatments are provided by one professional.
Dr. Jaye Estrada believes in building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in trust, empathy, and respect. His approach is collaborative and culturally sensitive, integrating evidence-based treatments with an understanding of each patient’s unique story, goals, and values. Dr. Estrada incorporates medication into a comprehensive care plan when appropriate, engaging patients in shared decision-making to support their well-being.
Dr. Jaye Estrada believes in building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in trust, empathy, and respect. His approach is collaborative and culturally sensitive, integrating evidence-based treatments with an understanding of each patient’s unique story, goals, and values. Dr. Estrada incorporates medication into a comprehensive care plan when appropriate, engaging patients in shared decision-making to support their well-being.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
Accepting New Patients – Welcome to Bonmente! We know asking for help takes courage, and finding the right provider shouldn’t add stress. That’s why we offer same-week appointments and can often see you within 3–5 days. We accept most major insurance plans (including Aetna, Anthem Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Cigna, and United) and provide care through compassionate, highly trained professionals. With insurance-covered telemedicine sessions, you can connect from the comfort of home or office. Our supportive team makes starting your mental health journey simple, so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward.
If your child is anxious, struggling in school, or not acting like themselves, I can help.
I work with children and teens facing anxiety, ADHD, mood changes, and behavioral challenges that affect home, school, or relationships. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatry with thoughtful psychotherapy.
I don’t aim to change your child, but to help them understand themselves and build healthier patterns. I offer therapy and medication management when appropriate, with a careful, individualized approach.
If your child is anxious, struggling in school, or not acting like themselves, I can help.
I work with children and teens facing anxiety, ADHD, mood changes, and behavioral challenges that affect home, school, or relationships. My approach combines evidence-based psychiatry with thoughtful psychotherapy.
I don’t aim to change your child, but to help them understand themselves and build healthier patterns. I offer therapy and medication management when appropriate, with a careful, individualized approach.
Whatever the reason may be that brings us together, you can rest assured that you will be in good hands. While the treatment of anxiety disorders (including OCD, PTSD and generalized anxiety disorder) mood disorders (including bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder) and personality disorders would be right up my alley, my style is especially suited to individuals who are grappling with substance abuse, co-morbid/dual-diagnoses, and behavioral addictions. Moreover, I have a special interest in working with adult professionals who are struggling with substance use disorders.
Whatever the reason may be that brings us together, you can rest assured that you will be in good hands. While the treatment of anxiety disorders (including OCD, PTSD and generalized anxiety disorder) mood disorders (including bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder) and personality disorders would be right up my alley, my style is especially suited to individuals who are grappling with substance abuse, co-morbid/dual-diagnoses, and behavioral addictions. Moreover, I have a special interest in working with adult professionals who are struggling with substance use disorders.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or difficulty sleeping? I provide compassionate psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults throughout California using secure telehealth appointments. My goal is to make psychiatric care accessible, affordable, and personalized to your unique needs, symptoms, and treatment goals.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or difficulty sleeping? I provide compassionate psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults throughout California using secure telehealth appointments. My goal is to make psychiatric care accessible, affordable, and personalized to your unique needs, symptoms, and treatment goals.
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.
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.
Psychiatric treatment should not just be about providing medicine, but to help you understand what you may be unaware of, recurring patterns that may be sabotaging or affecting you negatively, to freeing you from mental duress. To allow yourself to enjoy life, have more resilience with adversity, and help expand your true self. I work with professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives who want more than quick fixes or rushed appointments. My approach is collaborative, personalized, and designed to help you regain clarity, stability, and momentum. We focus not just on symptom relief, but optimizing how you think, feel, and perform.
Psychiatric treatment should not just be about providing medicine, but to help you understand what you may be unaware of, recurring patterns that may be sabotaging or affecting you negatively, to freeing you from mental duress. To allow yourself to enjoy life, have more resilience with adversity, and help expand your true self. I work with professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives who want more than quick fixes or rushed appointments. My approach is collaborative, personalized, and designed to help you regain clarity, stability, and momentum. We focus not just on symptom relief, but optimizing how you think, feel, and perform.
Dr. Kevin Simonson offers an integrative approach to mental health care, specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, and PTSD. With years of experience, he combines evidence-based treatments like TMS, Ketamine, and MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD, with a holistic, personalized approach. Certified in Psychedelic Therapy, Integrative Psychiatry, and Psychodynamic Therapy, Dr. Simonson ensures that each patient receives the most advanced care tailored to their needs. We’re dedicated to helping you achieve lasting well-being through innovative and compassionate treatment.
Dr. Kevin Simonson offers an integrative approach to mental health care, specializing in mood disorders, anxiety, and PTSD. With years of experience, he combines evidence-based treatments like TMS, Ketamine, and MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD, with a holistic, personalized approach. Certified in Psychedelic Therapy, Integrative Psychiatry, and Psychodynamic Therapy, Dr. Simonson ensures that each patient receives the most advanced care tailored to their needs. We’re dedicated to helping you achieve lasting well-being through innovative and compassionate treatment.
Welcoming New Patients! Bubba 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. A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families. With a commitment to optimizing medications while minimizing polypharmacy, he practices holistic care, acknowledging the intricate connection between mental health and physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Welcoming New Patients! Bubba 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. A military veteran, Bubba has a keen interest in caring for military members, veterans, and their families. With a commitment to optimizing medications while minimizing polypharmacy, he practices holistic care, acknowledging the intricate connection between mental health and physical, emotional, and social well-being.
I have over 38 yrs of experience using psychopharmacology to treat depression, bi-polar, anxiety, dementias, ADHD, traumatic injuries, PTSD, and complex psychiatric disorders compounded by medical illnesses. I believe a holistic approach to treatment offers optimal outcomes. I also offer home consultations and Concierge Service.
I have over 38 yrs of experience using psychopharmacology to treat depression, bi-polar, anxiety, dementias, ADHD, traumatic injuries, PTSD, and complex psychiatric disorders compounded by medical illnesses. I believe a holistic approach to treatment offers optimal outcomes. I also offer home consultations and Concierge Service.
I’m Eric A. Lazcano, M.D., an ABPN Board-Certified Psychiatrist. I completed medical school at UT Southwestern and served as Chief Resident during psychiatry training at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. Since 2018, I’ve led a South Bay Los Angeles private practice. Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck despite doing everything “right.” They want to regain focus, balance, and a deeper sense of peace. Together, we work toward calmer minds, better sleep, and lasting freedom from stress.
I’m Eric A. Lazcano, M.D., an ABPN Board-Certified Psychiatrist. I completed medical school at UT Southwestern and served as Chief Resident during psychiatry training at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. Since 2018, I’ve led a South Bay Los Angeles private practice. Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck despite doing everything “right.” They want to regain focus, balance, and a deeper sense of peace. Together, we work toward calmer minds, better sleep, and lasting freedom from stress.
You might look like you have it all together, but inside, your mind is racing, your sleep is off, and focus feels out of reach. Maybe you’ve been pushing through ADHD, anxiety, depression, or trauma for years without slowing down. You want clarity, calm, and confidence again and a space where you don’t have to hide what you’re feeling. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay that way. I work with men who are ready to feel more balanced, focused, and grounded in both mind and body.
You might look like you have it all together, but inside, your mind is racing, your sleep is off, and focus feels out of reach. Maybe you’ve been pushing through ADHD, anxiety, depression, or trauma for years without slowing down. You want clarity, calm, and confidence again and a space where you don’t have to hide what you’re feeling. You’re not alone, and it doesn’t have to stay that way. I work with men who are ready to feel more balanced, focused, and grounded in both mind and body.
Aug 2024 Update: Now Accepting New Patients. The mental health symptoms experienced in day-to-day life often have hidden roots in deep unmet needs. These deeper needs only become available for healing in an environment of connection, support, and understanding. Ideal clients are ones that have the motivation and courage to explore the roots of their suffering, and see the value of being carefully understood by a warm and thoughtful professional. Dr. Lochte provides this experience and works with you to develop an optimal treatment that blends cutting-edge experiential psychotherapy with evidence-based pharmacology.
Aug 2024 Update: Now Accepting New Patients. The mental health symptoms experienced in day-to-day life often have hidden roots in deep unmet needs. These deeper needs only become available for healing in an environment of connection, support, and understanding. Ideal clients are ones that have the motivation and courage to explore the roots of their suffering, and see the value of being carefully understood by a warm and thoughtful professional. Dr. Lochte provides this experience and works with you to develop an optimal treatment that blends cutting-edge experiential psychotherapy with evidence-based pharmacology.
Matthew Goldenberg D.O. is double Board Certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry and is a certified Medical Review Officer (MRO). Dr. Goldenberg is an expert in the evaluation and treatment of mental health disorders and is an addiction specialist for adults in his private practice in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Goldenberg is a trusted aviation & HIMS trained psychiatrist providing evaluations for pilots for the FAA and has extensive experience evaluating and treating healthcare providers. He is licensed in the states of CA, Hawaii, Alaska and Utah and is a former president of the Southern California Psychiatric Society.
Matthew Goldenberg D.O. is double Board Certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry and is a certified Medical Review Officer (MRO). Dr. Goldenberg is an expert in the evaluation and treatment of mental health disorders and is an addiction specialist for adults in his private practice in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Goldenberg is a trusted aviation & HIMS trained psychiatrist providing evaluations for pilots for the FAA and has extensive experience evaluating and treating healthcare providers. He is licensed in the states of CA, Hawaii, Alaska and Utah and is a former president of the Southern California Psychiatric Society.
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FAQ - Psychiatrist Gender
Does it matter what gender a psychiatrist is?
Psychiatrists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, often using a combination of psychotherapy and medication management. While psychiatrists of all genders are equally qualified, the therapeutic relationship is central to effective care, and finding a provider with whom you feel comfortable is an essential part of the process.
What are the advantages of seeing a male psychiatrist?
For some individuals, working with a male psychiatrist may play an important role in building trust and ease within that relationship. Personal, cultural, or past experiences may shape this preference. Some people feel more comfortable discussing certain topics with a male provider, particularly if they’ve had positive experiences confiding in men in other areas of their lives. Others may seek out a male psychiatrist for support with issues that relate specifically to male identity—such as navigating societal expectations around masculinity, fatherhood, or addressing emotional expression in environments where vulnerability may be discouraged.
How to find a male psychiatrist
Psychology Today’s online directory allows users to search for psychiatrists by gender, making it easy to find male psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs). Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approach, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. These details can help you evaluate whether a provider is a good fit for your needs.