Dr. Darren Lucas
Psychiatrist, MD
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Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Available both in-person and online
8989 Rio San Diego Dr Ste 200 San Diego, CA 92108
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
At LifeStance Health, Dr. Lucas brings over a decade of experience to his practice. He was also awarded the resident of the year award in his final year of training at University of Nevada Reno. He has an extensive background in treating complex patients and simplifying medication plans. In addition to treating the diverse spectrum of general psychiatric conditions, he is particularly skilled in treating mood disorders. He understands how profoundly psychiatric conditions can affect relationships, motivation, and daily functioning.
Overall, he is here to support each individual in their courageous efforts to make positive changes in their life. Outside of his professional work, Dr. Lucas enjoys soccer, rollerblading, hiking, and traveling.
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Let's Connect (619) 377-1501
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of Califor
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Claritev
- Curative
- Devoted Health Plan
- Health Net
- HealthSmart
- Humana Medicare
- Kaiser (Out of Network)
- Lakeside Medical
- Magellan
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan
- Multiplan Private Healthcare S
- MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health
- TriWest
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A130342 Darren Lucas
- Sackler Faculty Of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, MD, Graduated 2009
- Degree/Diploma from Sackler Faculty Of Medicine, Tel Aviv University MD / 2009
- Degree/Diploma from University Of Nevada, Reno 2016
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Darren Lucas
Psychiatrist, MD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (619) 377-1501
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Eating Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Testing and Evaluation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Adults
I also speak
English
Age
Adults
I also speak
English
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
Dr. Darren Lucas
Psychiatrist, MD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (619) 377-1501
Location
Primary Location
LifeStance Health
8989 Rio San Diego Dr
Ste 200
San Diego, CA 92108
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