Medication Management Psychiatrists in Tarzana, CA
Medication Management with Compassion and Clarity:
Hello, I’m Elham Hamzeh, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in California.
As a prescribing provider, I evaluate your symptoms, review your history, and work with you to develop or refine a personalized medication plan. Whether you're starting psychiatric medication for the first time or looking to optimize your current regimen, I ensure that your treatment is both safe and effective, with minimal side effects and maximum benefit.
Medication Management with Compassion and Clarity:
Hello, I’m Elham Hamzeh, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in California.
As a prescribing provider, I evaluate your symptoms, review your history, and work with you to develop or refine a personalized medication plan. Whether you're starting psychiatric medication for the first time or looking to optimize your current regimen, I ensure that your treatment is both safe and effective, with minimal side effects and maximum benefit.
Hello, my name is Jeannie Umanzor, and I am a DNP prepared Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Prctitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 8 years of experience in the field. For the past 8 years, I have been dedicated to working in a federally qualified health clinic serving the unhoused population. I have encountered some of the most complex illnesses, addictions and mentally ill patients. In my role, I have had the privilege of seeing a wide variety of diseases and mental health disorders. My passion for mental health is unwavering, and I firmly believe in a whole person, patient-centered approach to care.
Hello, my name is Jeannie Umanzor, and I am a DNP prepared Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Prctitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 8 years of experience in the field. For the past 8 years, I have been dedicated to working in a federally qualified health clinic serving the unhoused population. I have encountered some of the most complex illnesses, addictions and mentally ill patients. In my role, I have had the privilege of seeing a wide variety of diseases and mental health disorders. My passion for mental health is unwavering, and I firmly believe in a whole person, patient-centered approach to care.
Maria Levine MD, private practice psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Tarzana, CA 91356
Waitlist for new clients
I recognize the importance of the unique needs of every person. My goal is to understand each patient’s struggle by taking time with my patients and their families to explore current issues with no outside time pressures.
I recognize the importance of the unique needs of every person. My goal is to understand each patient’s struggle by taking time with my patients and their families to explore current issues with no outside time pressures.
I am a board certified psychiatrist, with sub-speciality in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. I treat children, adolescents and adults. I have an empathetic and non-judgment approach and am committed to providing the highest quality of care for my patients. I use psychotropic medications as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. In my practice, I empower my patients to improve their coping skills and interpersonal skills in order to achieve their optimal mental health.
I am a board certified psychiatrist, with sub-speciality in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. I treat children, adolescents and adults. I have an empathetic and non-judgment approach and am committed to providing the highest quality of care for my patients. I use psychotropic medications as part of a comprehensive treatment plan. In my practice, I empower my patients to improve their coping skills and interpersonal skills in order to achieve their optimal mental health.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, mood changes, trauma, or the stress of major life transitions. These challenges often overlap, leaving people feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure of how to move forward. My ideal client is seeking more than symptom relief-they want to feel understood, grounded, and back in control of their life. They may be searching for clarity, healthier ways to cope, or answers to questions they've been carrying quietly for a long time.
Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, mood changes, trauma, or the stress of major life transitions. These challenges often overlap, leaving people feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure of how to move forward. My ideal client is seeking more than symptom relief-they want to feel understood, grounded, and back in control of their life. They may be searching for clarity, healthier ways to cope, or answers to questions they've been carrying quietly for a long time.
“ If you’ve been struggling with depression, anxiety or other mental health problems and you feel that no one understands you I’m here for you “
“ If you’ve been struggling with depression, anxiety or other mental health problems and you feel that no one understands you I’m here for you “
At the heart of our practice lies Cindy's unwavering commitment to the mental health field, coupled with her broad spectrum of expertise that spans across medication management services and supportive psychotherapy.
At Mindspace NP, we believe in the power of personalized care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Cindy's extensive experience, spanning from acute care settings to educational roles and specialized mental health services, ensures that our clients receive the highest standard of care, whether they are seeking support for mental health conce
At the heart of our practice lies Cindy's unwavering commitment to the mental health field, coupled with her broad spectrum of expertise that spans across medication management services and supportive psychotherapy.
At Mindspace NP, we believe in the power of personalized care tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Cindy's extensive experience, spanning from acute care settings to educational roles and specialized mental health services, ensures that our clients receive the highest standard of care, whether they are seeking support for mental health conce
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Spravato Treatment Center for Treatment Resistant Depression. T.O.V.A. neuropsychological assessment for ADHD provided. It is okay to reach out for help. In fact, acknowledging that you need help tells me you are being honest with yourself, and reaching out for help tells me you are being brave. You want stability and balance back in your life. I see that and I will help you reach it. You and I just need to work together as a team. I will be here taking one step at a time with you, together.
Spravato Treatment Center for Treatment Resistant Depression. T.O.V.A. neuropsychological assessment for ADHD provided. It is okay to reach out for help. In fact, acknowledging that you need help tells me you are being honest with yourself, and reaching out for help tells me you are being brave. You want stability and balance back in your life. I see that and I will help you reach it. You and I just need to work together as a team. I will be here taking one step at a time with you, together.
Shalu Singh is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who takes a collaborative, trauma-informed, and practical approach with the goal of helping patients feel understood. She specializes in depression, anxiety, and trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and strives to develop tools and treatment plans that support lasting, real-world change for her patients.
Shalu Singh is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who takes a collaborative, trauma-informed, and practical approach with the goal of helping patients feel understood. She specializes in depression, anxiety, and trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and strives to develop tools and treatment plans that support lasting, real-world change for her patients.
I completed my psychiatry training at UC San Diego, where I also served as Chief Resident of Outpatient Services. Prior to this, I earned my medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.I completed my psychiatry training at UC San Diego, where I also served as Chief Resident of Outpatient Services. Prior to this, I earned my medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.
I completed my psychiatry training at UC San Diego, where I also served as Chief Resident of Outpatient Services. Prior to this, I earned my medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.I completed my psychiatry training at UC San Diego, where I also served as Chief Resident of Outpatient Services. Prior to this, I earned my medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.
Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? I am a board-certified psychiatric NP specializing in personalized treatment that goes beyond medication to truly address root causes. Rushed visits often miss the full picture. I've personally helped many thousands of patients successfully find lasting relief when past care left them with prescriptions but no real answers. Want to fully overcome your symptoms that are holding you back from a better life? ⇒ Appointments typically available within 4 days.
Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders? I am a board-certified psychiatric NP specializing in personalized treatment that goes beyond medication to truly address root causes. Rushed visits often miss the full picture. I've personally helped many thousands of patients successfully find lasting relief when past care left them with prescriptions but no real answers. Want to fully overcome your symptoms that are holding you back from a better life? ⇒ Appointments typically available within 4 days.
Renewed Mental Health Group
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MD, PMHNP, LMFT, ADHD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Through a patient-centered, team-based approach, our providers specialize in conducting psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, providing medication management and providing supportive psychotherapy for patients of ALL ages.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with sadness, anxiety, concentration or another mental health concern that is negatively impacting your work, health, or personal life? If so, you have made the first step towards making a positive change. At Renewed Mental Health Group, we have specialty providers trained in treating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, & other mental health disorders. We place emphasis with treating each client and their family with respect, comfort, and professionalism. We focus on the needs of our patients and tailors our treatment plan to keep everyone informed.
Through a patient-centered, team-based approach, our providers specialize in conducting psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, providing medication management and providing supportive psychotherapy for patients of ALL ages.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with sadness, anxiety, concentration or another mental health concern that is negatively impacting your work, health, or personal life? If so, you have made the first step towards making a positive change. At Renewed Mental Health Group, we have specialty providers trained in treating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, & other mental health disorders. We place emphasis with treating each client and their family with respect, comfort, and professionalism. We focus on the needs of our patients and tailors our treatment plan to keep everyone informed.
I am board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and am licensed to practice medicine in both Massachusetts and California where I offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy to my patients.
My experience spans a variety of settings including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and the emergency department; and a variety of populations including different racial, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. I greatly enjoy using medications, empathic listening, humor, and problem-solving to treat mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD.
I am board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and am licensed to practice medicine in both Massachusetts and California where I offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy to my patients.
My experience spans a variety of settings including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and the emergency department; and a variety of populations including different racial, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. I greatly enjoy using medications, empathic listening, humor, and problem-solving to treat mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and PTSD.
I provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management, with a trauma-informed approach so my ideal client is someone who appears successful on the outside, but inside you’re exhausted, anxious, or carrying unresolved trauma.
Specializing in trauma-focused psychiatric care for high-achieving adults, I combine medication management with nervous system regulation, trauma-informed therapy principles, and culturally responsive care. My approach addresses childhood, relational, and racial or generational trauma while helping clients build emotional stability and resilience.
I provide psychiatric evaluation and medication management, with a trauma-informed approach so my ideal client is someone who appears successful on the outside, but inside you’re exhausted, anxious, or carrying unresolved trauma.
Specializing in trauma-focused psychiatric care for high-achieving adults, I combine medication management with nervous system regulation, trauma-informed therapy principles, and culturally responsive care. My approach addresses childhood, relational, and racial or generational trauma while helping clients build emotional stability and resilience.
She has received training in psychopharmacology ( medication management), and various psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavior therapy and psychodynamic therapy.
wide range of psychiatric disorders. Her practice philosophy includes evaluating the whole person in the context of their health, environment and relationships. She performs a thorough evaluation to make recommendations for treatment with an individualized balance of medications, psychotherapy and lifestyle/behavior interventions (such as exercise and nutrition) then works closely with you to follow through on your treatment in a way that optimizes your outcome and quality of life. She strongly believes in shared decision making in order to tailor your treatment to achieve optimal mental wellness.
She has received training in psychopharmacology ( medication management), and various psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavior therapy and psychodynamic therapy.
wide range of psychiatric disorders. Her practice philosophy includes evaluating the whole person in the context of their health, environment and relationships. She performs a thorough evaluation to make recommendations for treatment with an individualized balance of medications, psychotherapy and lifestyle/behavior interventions (such as exercise and nutrition) then works closely with you to follow through on your treatment in a way that optimizes your outcome and quality of life. She strongly believes in shared decision making in order to tailor your treatment to achieve optimal mental wellness.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in medication management.
I provide comprehensive mental health care and support. Their issues may include ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or other mental health conditions that significantly impact their daily life.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in medication management.
I provide comprehensive mental health care and support. Their issues may include ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or other mental health conditions that significantly impact their daily life.
Dr. Maxwell Schauermann is a board certified psychiatrist and board-eligible addiction psychiatrist. He completed his medical school and residency training at Loma Linda University in sunny Southern California. He was recognized by his colleagues as Chief Resident of inpatient services for his leadership and problem-solving abilities. His passion for caring for people with substance use disorders led him to complete specialized training in Addiction Psychiatry at the University of Washington in 2024.
Dr. Maxwell Schauermann is a board certified psychiatrist and board-eligible addiction psychiatrist. He completed his medical school and residency training at Loma Linda University in sunny Southern California. He was recognized by his colleagues as Chief Resident of inpatient services for his leadership and problem-solving abilities. His passion for caring for people with substance use disorders led him to complete specialized training in Addiction Psychiatry at the University of Washington in 2024.
I enjoy the process of providing care to my patients, and entered the medical field with the intent to become a psychiatrist from the beginning. I have a passion for clinical care and dedication to providing the highest quality of service. Bringing together my medical, psychotherapeutic, and psychiatric knowledge inspires me everyday. Providing a safe and therapeutic environment is my goal. I am dual board certified to work with children and adolescents and also with adults.
I enjoy the process of providing care to my patients, and entered the medical field with the intent to become a psychiatrist from the beginning. I have a passion for clinical care and dedication to providing the highest quality of service. Bringing together my medical, psychotherapeutic, and psychiatric knowledge inspires me everyday. Providing a safe and therapeutic environment is my goal. I am dual board certified to work with children and adolescents and also with adults.
Sawhne offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, personalized medication management and psychotherapy.
High agency individuals such as professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, etc naturally take initiative and carry significant responsibility. They are thoughtful, driven, and highly capable, yet often hold themselves to exceptionally high standards. Many seek care when the mental load of sustaining that level of responsibility becomes overwhelming. They experience anxiety, burnout, depression, sleep issues, ADHD, perfectionism or challenges in major life transitions such as parenthood, career changes, or relationship stressors. Although they continue to function well outwardly, they recognize that they no longer feel like themselves.
Sawhne offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, personalized medication management and psychotherapy.
High agency individuals such as professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, etc naturally take initiative and carry significant responsibility. They are thoughtful, driven, and highly capable, yet often hold themselves to exceptionally high standards. Many seek care when the mental load of sustaining that level of responsibility becomes overwhelming. They experience anxiety, burnout, depression, sleep issues, ADHD, perfectionism or challenges in major life transitions such as parenthood, career changes, or relationship stressors. Although they continue to function well outwardly, they recognize that they no longer feel like themselves.
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 - Medication Management Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with medication management?
What distinguishes psychiatrists from other mental health professionals is their medical training and ability to prescribe and manage psychiatric medications. Medication management encompasses the ongoing monitoring and adjustment of a client's medications—including types, dosages, and combinations—to ensure optimal treatment of clinical symptoms while minimizing adverse effects. Before prescribing medication, psychiatrists will typically conduct an evaluation that includes an assessment of the client's symptoms, medical history, and previous psychiatric diagnoses. Then, they will develop an individualized treatment plan that may include medication, if appropriate. Once medication is initiated, psychiatrists work closely with clients to monitor their response to the treatment and make necessary adjustments to ensure both safety and effectiveness.
What is the psychiatrist's approach to medication and overall treatment?
Most psychiatrists take a holistic approach to medication treatment, recognizing that medication alone is rarely most effective. They typically recommend that clients also engage in psychotherapy or counseling to address any underlying causes of their mental health challenges. Additionally, many psychiatrists collaborate with clients to implement lifestyle modifications that can significantly improve mental health outcomes, such as establishing a healthy sleep routine, developing better stress management techniques, incorporating regular exercise, and building healthy relationships.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in medication management?
The Psychology Today directory is a useful tool to find psychiatrists who specialize in medication management. Using the search filters, clients can search for professionals with expertise in specific conditions, such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use, or trauma. If desired, clients can also narrow their search to providers who share their identity, such as identifying as a specific gender or practicing a given religion. When speaking with potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to ask about their specific expertise in treating your condition and inquire about their approach to medication and behavioral interventions in general. It is also important to determine whether their office is accessible (either close-by or via telehealth) and if they accept your insurance.