Psychiatrists in California
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Stefani LaFrenierre
Psychiatrist, MD
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I offer personalized mental health treatment and utilize an integrative and evidence-based approach for the treatment of mental health and addiction conditions. I am a board-certified psychiatrist that has worked in a variety of settings. I provide a compassionate and safe space for us to work together to help achieve your wellness goals. I focus on building long-lasting changes and resiliency so you can achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. I bring a cautious and conservative approach to medication while considering all aspects of your health in treatment planning. I am therapeutically-oriented, and see Adults and Adolescents.
Holli Hoffman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP-BC
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Dr. Hoffman is dually board certified as a family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice and her post doctorate certificate as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from Brandman University in Irvine, CA. She completed her Family Nurse Practitioner degree at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland and her Master of Science in Psychology at Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, AL. She has also been certified in the past as a Cognitive Behavioral Forensic Therapist. Holli has carried out research in pain amelioration, behavior patterns in adults, suicide tendencies in adolescents, and schizophrenia.
Dr. Nigel I Kennedy
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
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The goal of my initial interview is to identify the symptoms that are causing distress or interfering with patient’s function and make treating these particular symptoms a clinical priority. An example may be difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep or waking up too early in the morning. Another example may be excessive worry or finding it hard to “let things go”. Another would be feeling tired all of the time or lacking motivation for day to day activities, losing interest in things that used to be enjoyable. Difficulty concentrating, starting tasks but never finishing them. All of which can be successfully treated.
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
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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.
Joecoline Nwachukwu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
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Hi there, I'm Joecolin. Are you overwhelmed with emotional and mental health issues?
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHP
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We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here, and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be. Now welcoming new patients!
Matt House
Psychiatrist, DO
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Life can be stressful. Whether suffering with a major psychiatric issue or a difficult life transition, seeking help is a sign of strength and resilience. My job is to help you navigate these stressors and find healthful strategies to engage meaningfully in all areas of your life.
SinclairMethod.org
Psychiatrist, MD
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Clinical expertise in The Sinclair Method for treating Alcohol Use Disorder.
Leah Malhotra
Psychiatrist, MD
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My mission is to provide state-of-the-art psychiatric care that combines a collaborative, warm approach with the most effective practices in psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy. My focus is on helping relieve anxiety, mood disturbances, obsessions, insomnia and other distressing symptoms. Common therapy goals are to help with a difficult life transition, improve relationships, break maladaptive patterns or deepen personal understanding. Many of my clients are young adults adapting to life in/after college, raising a family, or juggling challenging careers. Compassionate, empowering care truly can help.
Jacob Moulds
Psychiatrist, DO
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Jacob Moulds, D.O. completed his undergraduate education obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. Dr. Moulds then moved to Mississippi where he attended William Carey University for a master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, it was during this program that he became fascinated with the practice of medicine. Dr. Moulds attended William Carey University for medical school, graduating in 2016.
Melinda Cuthbert
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, DNP, PMHNP
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I have a passion for helping people live their best lives through accurate diagnosis, supportive therapy and evidence-based treatments in psychiatric care. I respect the courage and commitment it requires to present for care. I partner with you and bring over 30 years in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry to help you meet your life goals. Developing innovative programs in technology and medical companies taught me strategies to support breaking large life issues into actionable items which can be addressed by Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other evidence-based interventions.
Denine Baldor
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
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Denine Baldor is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 10+ years of clinical experience. She first received her Master’s in Adult Psychiatry at the Yale School of Nursing followed by a Fellowship with Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates serving a general community population. Her love of the outdoors brought her to California where she spent 6+ years working at the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System where she not only became proficient in PTSD and Veterans’ issues but was also trained in evidence-based behavioral management of insomnia and specialized in complex chronic pain.
Lise A Rak
Psychiatrist, MD
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I have been in practice for 25 year. I work with patients in ongoing psychotherapy to help identify, understand, and work through patterns that may lead to unhappiness and anxiety in life, work, and relationships. Since I am a psychiatrist and can prescribe medication, I may recommend medication when I feel it would be helpful. The decision to use medication is arrived at mutually, with the patient, and medication treatment is provided in conjunction with the "talking" part of the treatment. Given our psychological and biological complexity, I have found this coordinated approach to be most effective and helpful for patients.
Marina Podlubnaya
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
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My lifelong dream is to see the stigma related to mental health disappear. My hope is for all people to be free of shame and guilt when talking about their struggles with mental health. I have experience in treating a variety of disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and eating disorders. I strive to create a strong therapeutic and collaborative relationship in order to provide the best quality of care. My passions include working with clients with dual diagnoses and helping support them through their journey of recovery from substance abuse.
Lisa Ekeanyanwu
Psychiatrist, MD
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Lisa Ekeanyanwu, MD is a board eligible Psychiatrist. She completed her psychiatry residency training at Stanford. She has experience providing patients with compassionate psychiatric care. Dr. Ekeanyanwu's practice centers on pharmacotherapy. She offers this in conjunction with supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy, to treat several types of psychiatric conditions. Occasionally she may believe that additional therapy is also needed and ask that you bring a therapist into your care team to provide the best outcome.
Essential Psychiatric Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, AMHNP-B
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This is your journey. We are committed to providing you quality care while; • Maintaining positive unconditional regard for you as a fellow human being •Providing a non-judgmental, safe, space •Collaborating with you to assist in achieving your own personally identified treatment goals • Respecting your values and belief systems and integrating those values into your treatment •Providing the information necessary on risks, benefits and proposed alternative treatments to allow you to make informed decisions •Allowing ample time to listen, explain and support you in your journey to reconnecting your mind, body, and soul.
Stephanie Reed
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
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Welcome! I'm Stephanie Reed, a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the state of California. My practice focuses on helping people through a combination of medication (if needed) and other lifestyle or behavioral interventions that may help recovery and reaching personal goals. I treat adults of all ages for a broad range of conditions, with a particular interest in anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and PTSD. I use an eclectic approach to helping people uncover and understand the nature of the struggles they are having and help us come to an effective treatment plan together.
Ugo Ndubaku
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP , PMHNP, FNP-BC
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Hello! Thank you for visiting my page. I am a doctorally prepared board-certified Nurse Practitioner with professional and extensive clinical care experience in delivering quality patient care. I specialize in Psychiatry and Family Medicine across the life span (Pediatrics & Adolescents, and Geriatrics). I am also a trained psychotherapist, skilled educator, and author. My integrated care experience enables me to treat my patients holistically by utilizing a comprehensive approach that caters to their mental, physical, and emotional needs while encouraging preventative measures.
Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
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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.
Christian Small
Psychiatrist, MD, ABPN, ABPM, ABFM
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Thanks for visiting! My professional experience encompasses General Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and Family Medicine. I am the founder of Headlands ATS, a leader in addiction psychiatry. Our services are professional, personable, and based on methods proven to help you achieve sustainable recovery from substance use. At Headlands, we understand that the underpinnings of addiction have little to do with morality, character or personal responsibility – and everything to do with an individual trying desperately to cope with their suffering. We want to help you, give us a call.
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About Psychiatrists, meds and Psychiatric Nurses.
A Psychiatrist in California is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
California Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in California has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in California, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. California Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
A Psychiatrist in California is a qualified medical doctor who specializes in treating mental health issues and diagnosable disorders.
California Psychiatrists differ from other mental health professionals in that they may prescribe medication as well as practice psychotherapy in treatment. Sometimes, Psychiatrists form part of a clinical team in which they will diagnose and prescribe, while psychologists or therapists provide the client's psychotherapy.
As part of a clinical assessment, Psychiatrists may conduct physical examinations, take blood tests, and order and interpret lab tests and brain image scans, such as CT scans, CAT Scans, and MRIs.
The field of psychiatry in California has many sub-specialties, including pediatric psychiatry. Those who work with the elderly are called geriatric psychiatrists.
Other related sub-specialties include cognition psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, psychosomatic, forensic, reproductive medicine specialties, psychopharmacology , psychiatric genetics, neuroimaging, and clinical neurophysiology.
Psychiatric nurse practitioners in California, or mental health nurse practitioners, generally have an MS degree in nursing (MSN) and a number of years of training to become certified. Psychiatric nurse practitioners are able to assess and diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. California Psychiatric nurse practitioners also have training that enables them to include psychotherapy with treatment.
How to find the right Psychiatrist?
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in California, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in California, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in California as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( California). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.
If you're finding it difficult to find the right psychiatrist in California, don't worry--you're not alone. Psychiatrists are highly specialized professionals. They tend to be busy--appointments can be short (e.g. 15 mins.)--and so as a potential client you can sometimes feel lost or confused. Don't let this deter you.
Begin first by checking the psychiatrists listed here nearest to you. If they are limited in number, expand out your search geographically (Broaden your Search) and see who's available further afield. Use the links in the left nav bar to find the relevant insurance, if you intend to use your health insurance to pay for the provider.
If you're still finding it difficult to find a psychiatrist in California, call or contact the professionals here and ask for a psychiatric referral. You can also call the psychiatric nurses in California as they tend to be affiliated to a network of psychiatrists in their area ( California). Or just chat to them to see if they can help.