Child Psychiatrists in Lake Forest, CA

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R. Dennis Porch
Psychiatrist, MD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92630
I am experienced in treating both adults and children with the use of Psychoanalytic methods. I use the object relations approaches of Klein, Winnicott and Bion. In child therapy, I engage children on a deep level through play, dreams, art and conversation. With adults, I use free association, night and day dreams. My object is to expose patients to their primitive, deep anxieties allowing them to work through their troubled minds, facilitating internal growth and development, and positive social interactions. I also work with mothers and babies having bonding difficulties. My practice is busy so use email for best results.
I am experienced in treating both adults and children with the use of Psychoanalytic methods. I use the object relations approaches of Klein, Winnicott and Bion. In child therapy, I engage children on a deep level through play, dreams, art and conversation. With adults, I use free association, night and day dreams. My object is to expose patients to their primitive, deep anxieties allowing them to work through their troubled minds, facilitating internal growth and development, and positive social interactions. I also work with mothers and babies having bonding difficulties. My practice is busy so use email for best results.
(949) 544-1600 View (949) 544-1600
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Randall Bailey
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92630  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
(424) 339-0390 View (424) 339-0390
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Mind Care Services Incorporated
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Forest, CA 92630  (Online Only)
Mind Care Services provides individualized psychiatric services in a caring, confidential and respectful environment. Our greatest joy comes from helping our clients realize their personal goals and achieve successful outcomes in their lives. We offer comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services from a diverse team of competent and compassionate providers. We are experienced in treating a wide array of cognitive, behavioral and emotional disorders thru therapy, medication management and other treatment modalities including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and SpravatoTM (esketamine) for medication resistant depression.
Mind Care Services provides individualized psychiatric services in a caring, confidential and respectful environment. Our greatest joy comes from helping our clients realize their personal goals and achieve successful outcomes in their lives. We offer comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services from a diverse team of competent and compassionate providers. We are experienced in treating a wide array of cognitive, behavioral and emotional disorders thru therapy, medication management and other treatment modalities including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and SpravatoTM (esketamine) for medication resistant depression.
(562) 471-4516 View (562) 471-4516
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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92610  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(949) 787-3802 View (949) 787-3802
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Maryam Gulraiz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP-C, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Lake Forest, CA 92610  (Online Only)
I am a provider with several years of experience in treating mental health. I've worked in variety of settings including internal medicine, urgent care, nephrology, and various mental health settings. I'm here to support your needs for mental health, its a journey towards self growth and healing. I enjoy working with diverse people from different cultures.
I am a provider with several years of experience in treating mental health. I've worked in variety of settings including internal medicine, urgent care, nephrology, and various mental health settings. I'm here to support your needs for mental health, its a journey towards self growth and healing. I enjoy working with diverse people from different cultures.
(949) 776-4891 View (949) 776-4891

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Piotr Pelc
Psychiatrist, DO, MS
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92603
I'm Dr. Piotr Pelc, a double board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist. I serve the families of Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa and other surrounding Orange County cities. I provide medication management, therapy or both. Telepsychiatry appointments are available. I happily coordinate care with therapists. As an osteopathic physician, I promote prevention and whole-person care, emphasizing good work-life balance, diet, and sleep. Please note: I'm out-of-network for all insurances, but I do provide a superbill for reimbursement if you wish to use your insurance coverage.
I'm Dr. Piotr Pelc, a double board-certified child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist. I serve the families of Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa and other surrounding Orange County cities. I provide medication management, therapy or both. Telepsychiatry appointments are available. I happily coordinate care with therapists. As an osteopathic physician, I promote prevention and whole-person care, emphasizing good work-life balance, diet, and sleep. Please note: I'm out-of-network for all insurances, but I do provide a superbill for reimbursement if you wish to use your insurance coverage.
(949) 312-5752 View (949) 312-5752
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Haiyan Wang
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92618  (Online Only)
I am a board certified Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist licensed in California and New York. I have extensive experience in diagnosing and practicing evidence-based treatments in children, adolescent and adults who have anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, mood disorder, PTSD, and psychosis as well as providing parenting, behavioral strategies and life style modification to improve relationship and quality of life. I have a thorough knowledge of the neuroscience that is related to psychiatric illnesses. We also provide parent support group at Beverly Mental Health Service.
I am a board certified Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist licensed in California and New York. I have extensive experience in diagnosing and practicing evidence-based treatments in children, adolescent and adults who have anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, mood disorder, PTSD, and psychosis as well as providing parenting, behavioral strategies and life style modification to improve relationship and quality of life. I have a thorough knowledge of the neuroscience that is related to psychiatric illnesses. We also provide parent support group at Beverly Mental Health Service.
(424) 238-3900 View (424) 238-3900
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Dr. Troy Kurz
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
Kurz received his medical degree from Creighton University and completed his general psychiatry training as well as child and adolescent psychiatry specialty training at the University of California Riverside.
Dr. Troy Kurz MD, MS is a board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in psychopharmacology for patients of all ages. He has a keen interest in and specializes in work with children and adolescents. He cares for a wide range of patients with mental disorders, including psychotic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and personality disorders. Pertaining to pediatrics and adolescents—he concentrates on autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ health, trauma, and mood disorders. Dr. Kurz’s expertise is broad, ranging from outpatient psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, to integrative psychiatry.
Kurz received his medical degree from Creighton University and completed his general psychiatry training as well as child and adolescent psychiatry specialty training at the University of California Riverside.
Dr. Troy Kurz MD, MS is a board-certified psychiatrist, specializing in psychopharmacology for patients of all ages. He has a keen interest in and specializes in work with children and adolescents. He cares for a wide range of patients with mental disorders, including psychotic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD and personality disorders. Pertaining to pediatrics and adolescents—he concentrates on autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ health, trauma, and mood disorders. Dr. Kurz’s expertise is broad, ranging from outpatient psychopharmacology and psychotherapy, to integrative psychiatry.
(858) 758-7995 View (858) 758-7995
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Amanda Seif
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653  (Online Only)
Dr. Seif is a board certified psychiatrist with a subspecialty in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and integrative mental health. As an integrative psychiatrist, she looks with her patients and looks at the roots of their problems. Instead of addressing the illness itself only, Dr. Seif’s approach is proactive. Her goal is to find the deep cause of the current mental state of her patients, to better understand their thought process and to prevent future illness and setbacks. Dr. Seif’s journey, her education, and her passion for helping others have led her to develop a patient-centered outlook in her line of work.
Dr. Seif is a board certified psychiatrist with a subspecialty in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and integrative mental health. As an integrative psychiatrist, she looks with her patients and looks at the roots of their problems. Instead of addressing the illness itself only, Dr. Seif’s approach is proactive. Her goal is to find the deep cause of the current mental state of her patients, to better understand their thought process and to prevent future illness and setbacks. Dr. Seif’s journey, her education, and her passion for helping others have led her to develop a patient-centered outlook in her line of work.
(949) 635-7149 View (949) 635-7149
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Sina Safahieh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Dr. Sina Safahieh hails from Austin, Texas. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch and completed an adult psychiatry residency, and child & adolescent fellowship at UC Irvine. Dr. Safahieh graduated with highest honors with a BBA in Business Management from the University of Texas at Austin. He is currently in private practice with offices in Newport Beach and Mission Viejo. Dr. Safahieh is fluent in Farsi and conversational Spanish
Dr. Sina Safahieh hails from Austin, Texas. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch and completed an adult psychiatry residency, and child & adolescent fellowship at UC Irvine. Dr. Safahieh graduated with highest honors with a BBA in Business Management from the University of Texas at Austin. He is currently in private practice with offices in Newport Beach and Mission Viejo. Dr. Safahieh is fluent in Farsi and conversational Spanish
(949) 216-3135 View (949) 216-3135
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Erin Benesch
Psychiatrist
Not Verified Not Verified
Irvine, CA 92612  (Online Only)
Dr. Erin Benesch is double Board Certified in Child & Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry. She provides treatment for a wide range of complex mental health issues in children, adolescents and young adults using medications, psychotherapy, and other alternative modalities of treatment. Dr. Benesch believes in the optimization of medication management while minimizing polypharmacy and addictive medications. She strongly encourages comprehensive mental health treatment in a collaborative model with therapists practicing primary evidence-based intervention.
Dr. Erin Benesch is double Board Certified in Child & Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry. She provides treatment for a wide range of complex mental health issues in children, adolescents and young adults using medications, psychotherapy, and other alternative modalities of treatment. Dr. Benesch believes in the optimization of medication management while minimizing polypharmacy and addictive medications. She strongly encourages comprehensive mental health treatment in a collaborative model with therapists practicing primary evidence-based intervention.
(949) 751-1148 View (949) 751-1148
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Sunny Hills Medical Center
Psychiatrist, MD, MBA
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
If seeking a psychiatrist with more than 25 years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults, please call Sunny Hills Behavioral Health today to schedule an appointment.
Welcome to Sunny Hills Behavioral HeaIth. If you or loved ones are struggling with depression, anxiety, focus, attention problems, ability to advance in your career, or other issues affecting relationships, you are at the right place to make positive changes. Dr. Gudapati uses an interactive, solution-focused approach that is tailored to each client. Dr. Gudapati provides therapy for behavioral and emotional issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, bipolar disorders, and mood disorders. Dr. Gudapati is also a certified TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) physician for treatment of depression.
If seeking a psychiatrist with more than 25 years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults, please call Sunny Hills Behavioral Health today to schedule an appointment.
Welcome to Sunny Hills Behavioral HeaIth. If you or loved ones are struggling with depression, anxiety, focus, attention problems, ability to advance in your career, or other issues affecting relationships, you are at the right place to make positive changes. Dr. Gudapati uses an interactive, solution-focused approach that is tailored to each client. Dr. Gudapati provides therapy for behavioral and emotional issues such as depression, anxiety, anger management, bipolar disorders, and mood disorders. Dr. Gudapati is also a certified TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) physician for treatment of depression.
(714) 786-5084 View (714) 786-5084
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Harry B. Rauch
Psychiatrist, DPh, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92657
Your child or teen may be dealing with school, concentration, emotional and behavioral issues. I offer assessment, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and medical management of children and adolescents. My services are provided in a private, comfortable setting using the latest techniques and knowledge. I spend the time every patient needs, and deserves, for optimal psychiatric care: listening carefully, asking relevant questions, explaining my observations and recommendations to family members, educating patients and parents about the therapeutic process. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Your child or teen may be dealing with school, concentration, emotional and behavioral issues. I offer assessment, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and medical management of children and adolescents. My services are provided in a private, comfortable setting using the latest techniques and knowledge. I spend the time every patient needs, and deserves, for optimal psychiatric care: listening carefully, asking relevant questions, explaining my observations and recommendations to family members, educating patients and parents about the therapeutic process. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
(949) 267-3633 View (949) 267-3633
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City PsychMD
Psychiatrist, Shadi, Aramesh, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Coast, CA 92657
I am an experienced psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of child, adolescent, and adult behavioral and mental health.
Are you struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or stress? Are you experiencing fatigue, frequent mood swings, poor concentration, and anger? Are you feeling overwhelmed, irritable, feeling sad and anxious? Don’t let these symptoms define you. I treat various conditions with psychotherapy and/or medication management that may include General Anxiety Disorder, depression, OCD, ADD & ADHD, PTSD, phobias, relationship issues, and much more.
I am an experienced psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of child, adolescent, and adult behavioral and mental health.
Are you struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or stress? Are you experiencing fatigue, frequent mood swings, poor concentration, and anger? Are you feeling overwhelmed, irritable, feeling sad and anxious? Don’t let these symptoms define you. I treat various conditions with psychotherapy and/or medication management that may include General Anxiety Disorder, depression, OCD, ADD & ADHD, PTSD, phobias, relationship issues, and much more.
(949) 531-7042 View (949) 531-7042
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Amanda Seif
Psychiatrist, MD
Not Verified Not Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
Dr. Seif is a board certified psychiatrist with a subspecialty in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and integrative mental health. As an integrative psychiatrist, she looks with her patients and looks at the roots of their problems. Instead of addressing the illness itself only, Dr. Seif’s approach is proactive. Her goal is to find the deep cause of the current mental state of her patients, to better understand their thought process and to prevent future illness and setbacks. Dr. Seif’s journey, her education, and her passion for helping others have led her to develop a patient-centered outlook in her line of work.
Dr. Seif is a board certified psychiatrist with a subspecialty in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and integrative mental health. As an integrative psychiatrist, she looks with her patients and looks at the roots of their problems. Instead of addressing the illness itself only, Dr. Seif’s approach is proactive. Her goal is to find the deep cause of the current mental state of her patients, to better understand their thought process and to prevent future illness and setbacks. Dr. Seif’s journey, her education, and her passion for helping others have led her to develop a patient-centered outlook in her line of work.
(949) 569-5815 View (949) 569-5815
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Thuy Rotunda
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92602
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and psychological disorders in children, adults and families.
I am blessed to have learned from extraordinary teachers, but it has been the patients and their families that have taught and inspired me most. Despite suffering through times when the simplest things become the most difficult, people learn to move forward, which can be humbling and extraordinary to observe and achieve with them. Despite advanced treatments, what determines success is whether our partnership will enhance your or your loved one's life. The most important thing is what best suits you. If I am not the one for you, I will try to help you find someone who is.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of emotional and psychological disorders in children, adults and families.
I am blessed to have learned from extraordinary teachers, but it has been the patients and their families that have taught and inspired me most. Despite suffering through times when the simplest things become the most difficult, people learn to move forward, which can be humbling and extraordinary to observe and achieve with them. Despite advanced treatments, what determines success is whether our partnership will enhance your or your loved one's life. The most important thing is what best suits you. If I am not the one for you, I will try to help you find someone who is.
(949) 342-4814 View (949) 342-4814
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Scott Ispirescu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to enable them to live their lives to their fullest. The mind and body are two parts of a whole, and what affects one will affect the other. Good nutrition, exercise, getting rest and recreation, and avoiding harmful habits form a foundation on which to build good health. While I believe that medication is an important component of treatment, it is only one building block in whole person care. I have been involved with clinical research, have lectured at medical conferences, and have extensive experience in the area of sleep medicine.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to enable them to live their lives to their fullest. The mind and body are two parts of a whole, and what affects one will affect the other. Good nutrition, exercise, getting rest and recreation, and avoiding harmful habits form a foundation on which to build good health. While I believe that medication is an important component of treatment, it is only one building block in whole person care. I have been involved with clinical research, have lectured at medical conferences, and have extensive experience in the area of sleep medicine.
(949) 282-0027 View (949) 282-0027
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Nisha Warikoo
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92657
Nisha Warikoo, MD is the Founder and Director of Monarch Psychiatry of California. She is an award- winning, board-certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist. Dr. Warikoo is known for her thorough diagnostic approach across various stages of development as well as the ability to provide compassionate, evidence-based and well-rounded treatment for the patients and families she sees. Often times, treatment may include medication management, but it does not end there. Our team of experts work with you and your family to educate you about the resources available in the community, and to connect you with supports and services.
Nisha Warikoo, MD is the Founder and Director of Monarch Psychiatry of California. She is an award- winning, board-certified Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist. Dr. Warikoo is known for her thorough diagnostic approach across various stages of development as well as the ability to provide compassionate, evidence-based and well-rounded treatment for the patients and families she sees. Often times, treatment may include medication management, but it does not end there. Our team of experts work with you and your family to educate you about the resources available in the community, and to connect you with supports and services.
(949) 829-4881 View (949) 829-4881
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Karen Rightler
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
I treat children ages 6 and up, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of mental health concerns in a private and friendly outpatient setting.
Are you seeking a new mental health provider? If so, I am happy to help. I provide a safe space and personalized treatment for anyone who is struggling to manage their anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, relationship issues, and more. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with additional education and training in marriage and family therapy, my approach is tailored to your specific needs. I am trained to provide individual psychotherapy and psychiatric medication management.
I treat children ages 6 and up, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of mental health concerns in a private and friendly outpatient setting.
Are you seeking a new mental health provider? If so, I am happy to help. I provide a safe space and personalized treatment for anyone who is struggling to manage their anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, relationship issues, and more. As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with additional education and training in marriage and family therapy, my approach is tailored to your specific needs. I am trained to provide individual psychotherapy and psychiatric medication management.
(714) 924-3028 View (714) 924-3028
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Americas TMS Center
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92618
Americas TMS Center provides numerous effective mental health services, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), child & adolescent psychiatry, medication management, psychotherapy and health & lifestyle medicine.
Americas TMS Center in Irvine, California, helps children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of mental health conditions. We specialize in TMS therapy, medication management and psychotherapy. Dr. Suzuki and her team have extensive experience assisting clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, developmental disorders, behavioral issues, school issues and much more. Drawing on in-depth knowledge and clinical expertise, Americas TMS Center treats clients' underlying conditions in order to help them live better, more fulfilling lives.
Americas TMS Center provides numerous effective mental health services, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), child & adolescent psychiatry, medication management, psychotherapy and health & lifestyle medicine.
Americas TMS Center in Irvine, California, helps children, adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of mental health conditions. We specialize in TMS therapy, medication management and psychotherapy. Dr. Suzuki and her team have extensive experience assisting clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, developmental disorders, behavioral issues, school issues and much more. Drawing on in-depth knowledge and clinical expertise, Americas TMS Center treats clients' underlying conditions in order to help them live better, more fulfilling lives.
(657) 220-9690 View (657) 220-9690

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Child Psychiatrists
Child psychiatrists in Lake Forest use their medical experience to diagnose and treat disorders of thinking and feeling, as well as behavior affecting children and their families.

A child can see a psychiatrist for a range of issues from depression and anxiety, to eating disorders and trauma. The psychiatrist will look for the best treatment for a child and their family, and can help the child effectively resolve issues and cope with life’s stresses. Treatment may involve medication, which a child psychiatrist can offer to can help correct chemical imbalances in the brain, control moods, and change negative and destructive behaviors.