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Lakewood, CA 90712

Managed by Bonmente. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Welcoming New Patients! Carmela 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, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has been working in mental health as a clinician, educator, and advocate for more than a decade and brings a robust understanding of the complex challenges involved in achieving sustainable mental wellness. Carmela values each patient’s unique experiences and works collaboratively to create supportive, personalized treatment plans.
As a provider at Bonmente, Carmela treats a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sleep disorders, PTSD, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Through convenient telepsychiatry appointments, she offers evaluation and diagnosis, medication management, and talk therapy.
Carmela and the supportive team at Bonmente are compassionate, highly trained professionals who are dedicated to making mental health care easy and convenient so you can focus on what matters most — feeling better and moving forward. Your mental health matters. Call or email today and see the difference Bonmente can make.
Take the first step to help. Call or Carmela Zaragoza now - (310) 596-4195

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bonmente

Lakewood, CA 90712

(310) 596-4195
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Carmela is a board-certified PMHNP with more than a decade of experience in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Bonmente offers evidence-based mental health care, providing personalized therapy and psychiatric services to help your overall wellbeing.
Carmela Zaragoza
Let's Connect (310) 596-4195
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Managed by Bonmente. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bonmente

Lakewood, CA 90712

(310) 596-4195
My website
Carmela is a board-certified PMHNP with more than a decade of experience in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Bonmente offers evidence-based mental health care, providing personalized therapy and psychiatric services to help your overall wellbeing.
Carmela Zaragoza

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Curative
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Bonmente accepts most insurance plans, verifies your benefits, and reviews them with you before your first visit so there are no financial surprises. For out-of-network plans, we can provide a superbill. We're happy to answer any questions and provide the information you need.
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Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195
"
Bonmente accepts most insurance plans, verifies your benefits, and reviews them with you before your first visit so there are no financial surprises. For out-of-network plans, we can provide a superbill. We're happy to answer any questions and provide the information you need.
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Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 95021672 Carmela Zaragoza
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Carmela holds Master's degrees in Nursing Administration and Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing. She conducts evaluations, develops treatment plans, and offers therapeutic interventions to enhance overall well-being. She is passionate about working with culturally diverse populations.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195
"
Carmela holds Master's degrees in Nursing Administration and Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing. She conducts evaluations, develops treatment plans, and offers therapeutic interventions to enhance overall well-being. She is passionate about working with culturally diverse populations.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Veterans
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Carmela is well-versed in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and bipolar disorder. She conscientiously integrates therapy, psychoeducation, skill development, and well-balanced medication management to support patients in achieving mental health goals. Dedicated to fostering a safe and trusting environment, Carmela supports clients in understanding patterns and making positive change.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195
"
Carmela is well-versed in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and bipolar disorder. She conscientiously integrates therapy, psychoeducation, skill development, and well-balanced medication management to support patients in achieving mental health goals. Dedicated to fostering a safe and trusting environment, Carmela supports clients in understanding patterns and making positive change.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Pacific Islander

I also speak

Filipino

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Pacific Islander

I also speak

Filipino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
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Carmela incorporates CBT along with other therapeutic modalities, selecting the approach that best matches client goals, pace, and individual needs. This adaptable style helps address current symptoms while fostering deeper, lasting progress, creating a supportive path toward clarity, resilience, and meaningful personal growth.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195
"
Carmela incorporates CBT along with other therapeutic modalities, selecting the approach that best matches client goals, pace, and individual needs. This adaptable style helps address current symptoms while fostering deeper, lasting progress, creating a supportive path toward clarity, resilience, and meaningful personal growth.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (310) 596-4195

Location

Primary Location

Bonmente

Lakewood, CA 90712

(310) 596-4195

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

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Carmela is a board-certified PMHNP with more than a decade of experience in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (310) 596-4195
"
Carmela is a board-certified PMHNP with more than a decade of experience in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.
Photo of Carmela Zaragoza, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Carmela Zaragoza
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (310) 596-4195