Joy Melhado
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Managed by Headlight Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Let's Connect (760) 576-2172

Managed by Headlight Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
During our first visit I want to get to know you, to assist you on a journey to achieve optimal wellness. I will be an attentive listener, provide an empathic therapeutic approach by partnering with you to achieve your ultimate lifetime goals. I am a strong advocate for mental health and will assist you to navigate the healthcare system that can be confusing at times.
I utilize the recovery model to normalize mental health and eradicate any negative stigmas. A wide array of treatment modalities will be utilized such as supportive therapy, psychopharmacology, and integrating other complementary and alternative treatment modalities in your wellness plan.
If you're grappling with anxiety and depression and seeking change, I'm here to compassionately guide you toward normalization, stigma eradication, and recovery. Reach out today to begin this transformative journey.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Joy Melhado now - (760) 576-2172
Let's Connect (760) 576-2172

Managed by Headlight Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- AARP Medicare Supplement Plans
- Aetna
- Allied Benefits - Aetna Plans
- Anthem
- Bakersfield Family Medical
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Desert Oasis Health Care
- EBMS
- Health Net
- High Desert Medical Group
- Humana
- Lakeside Medical Group
- Magellan
- Managed Health Network (MHN)
- Medicare
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Regal Medical Group
- Sana Benefits
- Scripps Health Plan Services
- Self Pay
- Sierra Medical Group
- Surest
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- UPMC Health Plan
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 95019113 Joy M Melhado
- California State University San Marcos, PM, Graduated 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Joy Melhado
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (760) 576-2172
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Pain
- Developmental Disorders
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Mood Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Joy Melhado
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (760) 576-2172
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Medication Management
- Motivational Interviewing
Joy Melhado
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (760) 576-2172
Location
Nearby Areas
Joy Melhado
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (760) 576-2172