Grief Psychiatrists in Van Nuys, CA
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re overwhelmed, stuck, or just need someone to truly listen, I’m here to support you with empathy and care. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your experiences together. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are you. I tailor our work to your unique needs—whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking growth. If you’re ready to take the first step, I’d be honored to walk with you.
You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re overwhelmed, stuck, or just need someone to truly listen, I’m here to support you with empathy and care. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your experiences together. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither are you. I tailor our work to your unique needs—whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking growth. If you’re ready to take the first step, I’d be honored to walk with you.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am to understand each individual's unique mental health needs by carefully evaluating their experiences, symptoms and personal histories. My goal is to empower patients, guiding them towards achieving their mental health goals with respect and empathy.
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I am to understand each individual's unique mental health needs by carefully evaluating their experiences, symptoms and personal histories. My goal is to empower patients, guiding them towards achieving their mental health goals with respect and empathy.
Hello, my name is Micaela Pericone-Kapp, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Mental Health Practitioners. I am passionate about providing advanced, compassionate care for individuals living with ADHD, OCD, PTSD and trauma, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar conditions. My doctoral-level training equips me to deliver sophisticated, evidence-based treatment for even the most complex mental health challenges. As an LGBTQ+ identified provider, I am deeply committed to providing affirming, inclusive, and culturally sensitive care across all diverse communities.
Hello, my name is Micaela Pericone-Kapp, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Mental Health Practitioners. I am passionate about providing advanced, compassionate care for individuals living with ADHD, OCD, PTSD and trauma, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar conditions. My doctoral-level training equips me to deliver sophisticated, evidence-based treatment for even the most complex mental health challenges. As an LGBTQ+ identified provider, I am deeply committed to providing affirming, inclusive, and culturally sensitive care across all diverse communities.
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.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Welcoming New Patients! Chanda is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, Tricare, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Chanda’s personal journey through adversity gives her a deep sense of compassion and understanding for those facing life’s challenges. Specializing in trauma-informed, patient-centered care, she is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
Welcoming New Patients! Chanda is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, Tricare, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Chanda’s personal journey through adversity gives her a deep sense of compassion and understanding for those facing life’s challenges. Specializing in trauma-informed, patient-centered care, she is committed to creating a safe, supportive space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
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I am Amber Mitchell. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have over 18 years in the medical field. I practice general adult psychiatry and specializes in major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. I am versed in perinatal and reproductive psychiatry including postpartum depression and preconception counseling.
Great to meet you!
I am Amber Mitchell. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I have over 18 years in the medical field. I practice general adult psychiatry and specializes in major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. I am versed in perinatal and reproductive psychiatry including postpartum depression and preconception counseling.
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
Do you Over-Think things? Over-Experience your emotions? Do you struggle to focus or complete tasks? Difficulty sleeping? Putting off your mental health is no longer an option! With over 75 clinical experts, WellPsyche and MediPsych providers provide Empathetic Psychotherapy and Personalized Medication Management services for Children, Adolescents, and Adults. 100% of our visits are conducted via Zoom, and we are available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Meet with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of home or work. We are simplifying the mental health experience so you can become the best version of you!
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Hi, I’m Brandi, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with additional certification in Family Practice. I provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and medication management for adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and mood concerns. I work with people from all backgrounds—whether you’re a high-functioning professional facing burnout or feeling stuck and overwhelmed. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, with treatment tailored to your goals. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Brandi, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with additional certification in Family Practice. I provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and medication management for adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and mood concerns. I work with people from all backgrounds—whether you’re a high-functioning professional facing burnout or feeling stuck and overwhelmed. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, with treatment tailored to your goals. I offer a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and I am honored to have the opportunity to help you during this difficult time. I provide care for patients with depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and mood disorders and I am welcoming and nonjudgmental to all patients. I treat adults ages 18 and older. I see patients with depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and mood disorders.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and I am honored to have the opportunity to help you during this difficult time. I provide care for patients with depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and mood disorders and I am welcoming and nonjudgmental to all patients. I treat adults ages 18 and older. I see patients with depression, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, and mood disorders.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disorders, trauma, panic disorders, and personality disorders. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I first worked as an LVN, then a psychiatric RN. I am passionate about educating patients on managing life’s challenges and diminishing the stigma surrounding mental healthcare.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disorders, trauma, panic disorders, and personality disorders. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, I first worked as an LVN, then a psychiatric RN. I am passionate about educating patients on managing life’s challenges and diminishing the stigma surrounding mental healthcare.
Dr. Evcimen received his medical degree from Uludag University, School of Medicine in Turkey. He completed his residency training in General Adult Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has additional fellowship training in Forensic Psychiatry at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry in UPMC before he moved to San Francisco.
Dr. Evcimen received his medical degree from Uludag University, School of Medicine in Turkey. He completed his residency training in General Adult Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has additional fellowship training in Forensic Psychiatry at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry in UPMC before he moved to San Francisco.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of experience. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. I work with clients seeking clarity, emotional balance, and healthier coping skills, and I partner with them to build confidence, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
At Thriveworks, we specialize in helping with issues like anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, stress, life transitions, and more.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of experience. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. I work with clients seeking clarity, emotional balance, and healthier coping skills, and I partner with them to build confidence, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
My name is Dr. Nellie Samuel. I completed my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree (DNP) from Grand Canyon University, and I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. For the past 9 years, I have been working with patients across the lifespan, most especially with children, adolescents, and adults in Clinical settings. During my years of practice, I have gathered hands-on clinical experience working with patients with ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Mood Disorders (including Major depression and bipolar disorder).
My name is Dr. Nellie Samuel. I completed my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree (DNP) from Grand Canyon University, and I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. For the past 9 years, I have been working with patients across the lifespan, most especially with children, adolescents, and adults in Clinical settings. During my years of practice, I have gathered hands-on clinical experience working with patients with ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Mood Disorders (including Major depression and bipolar disorder).
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving clients in California and Arizona. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, and depression, offering personalized, evidence-based care. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space to help you feel better and regain balance.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner serving clients in California and Arizona. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, and depression, offering personalized, evidence-based care. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space to help you feel better and regain balance.
Dr. Jonathan Shaywitz is a board-certified psychiatrist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. He partners with patients to better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and achieve lasting emotional wellness through compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their individual goals.
Dr. Jonathan Shaywitz is a board-certified psychiatrist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and treatment-resistant mood disorders. He partners with patients to better understand their symptoms, improve daily functioning, and achieve lasting emotional wellness through compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to their individual goals.
Madison is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. After receiving her master’s degree and Family Nurse Practitioner certification from Simmons University, she continued her education at University of Cincinnati receiving a post graduate certificate in psychiatric mental health. Madison’s journey in healthcare began treating both acute physical and mental health conditions as a registered nurse in hospital settings. She soon found the importance of mental health as an integral part of overall well-being and the need for increased access to care at all levels.
Madison is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. After receiving her master’s degree and Family Nurse Practitioner certification from Simmons University, she continued her education at University of Cincinnati receiving a post graduate certificate in psychiatric mental health. Madison’s journey in healthcare began treating both acute physical and mental health conditions as a registered nurse in hospital settings. She soon found the importance of mental health as an integral part of overall well-being and the need for increased access to care at all levels.
Medcom Psychiatry & Mental Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP, DNP
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CA 90712
Medcom Psychiatry & Mental Health Services (MPMHS) is an outpatient integrative psychiatry practice that utilizes a holistic, patient-focused approach to health and wellness. It aims to rebalance mental, emotional, functional, spiritual, social, and community functioning through medication management, psychotherapy, and other mental health services.
Medcom Psychiatry & Mental Health Services (MPMHS) is an outpatient integrative psychiatry practice that utilizes a holistic, patient-focused approach to health and wellness. It aims to rebalance mental, emotional, functional, spiritual, social, and community functioning through medication management, psychotherapy, and other mental health services.
I approach each individual with a tailored treatment plan rooted in evidence-based medicine. Recognizing the uniqueness of each person, I employ a biopsychosocial model with a holistic perspective, considering biological, psychological, and social factors impacting mental health. By fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I empower clients to explore their challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve their desired outcomes.
I approach each individual with a tailored treatment plan rooted in evidence-based medicine. Recognizing the uniqueness of each person, I employ a biopsychosocial model with a holistic perspective, considering biological, psychological, and social factors impacting mental health. By fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I empower clients to explore their challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve their desired outcomes.
Are you tired of holding it all together when inside, you feel like you’re barely getting by?
Do you find yourself powering through the day, yet it is difficult to complete tasks? Whether you're carrying the silent weight of ADHD, waking up in a fog of sadness, cycling through anxiety that won’t quiet down, or feeling like yourself for only part of the month due to PMDD, it’s valid. You're not imagining it, and you don’t have to keep doing this alone.
Are you tired of holding it all together when inside, you feel like you’re barely getting by?
Do you find yourself powering through the day, yet it is difficult to complete tasks? Whether you're carrying the silent weight of ADHD, waking up in a fog of sadness, cycling through anxiety that won’t quiet down, or feeling like yourself for only part of the month due to PMDD, it’s valid. You're not imagining it, and you don’t have to keep doing this alone.
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FAQ - Grief Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with grief?
Grief is a strong emotional response to loss, often triggered by the death of a loved one, the end of a meaningful relationship, or a major life transition. While grief itself is not a mental health disorder, it can cause a range of physical and emotional symptoms, such as disrupted sleep, changes in appetite, irritability, and nausea. Grief can also intensify symptoms of existing mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety. Although many people experience a gradual easing of grief over time, others may find that their symptoms persist or interfere with daily life. In these cases, working with a psychiatrist who has experience supporting individuals through grief can be beneficial.
How do psychiatrists approach treatment for grief?
Because there are no specific medications or therapy type designed solely for grief, treatment typically begins with a thorough assessment of an individual's current symptoms and circumstances. Based on this evaluation, a psychiatrist may recommend a personalized treatment plan. This could include the prescription of medication, such as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a type of antidepressant that may help regulate mood during the grieving process. Psychiatrists may also incorporate evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps clients examine how their thoughts about loss contribute to emotional distress, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on accepting painful emotions and identifying coping strategies that align with one's personal values and long-term goals.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief support?
To find a psychiatrist who specializes in grief, individuals can use the Psychology Today provider directory, which allows users to filter by therapeutic approach, insurance accepted, or shared identity characteristics, such as gender. When reaching out to a potential provider, it can be useful to ask about their experience working with grief, how they approach treatment planning, and whether they offer both medication management and therapy. Practical considerations such as office location, telehealth availability, and insurance coverage should also be considered to ensure a good fit.