Women's Issues Psychiatrists in California
Britney Shipman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating Women's Issues such as postpartum depression, creating a healthy work-life balance, fertility issues, divorce, relationship issues and panic disorders.
My Name is Britney Shipman and I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat a variety of mood disorders including depression, anxiety, and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
I specialize in treating Women's Issues such as postpartum depression, creating a healthy work-life balance, fertility issues, divorce, relationship issues and panic disorders.
My Name is Britney Shipman and I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I treat a variety of mood disorders including depression, anxiety, and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Avis Hershfield
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with women and young women who need help with Women's Issues, Medication Management, Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum Mood Disorders, Abortion Grief, Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorders, Prolonged Grief, Substance Use Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Sex/Human Trafficking, Intimate Partner Violence and Domestic Violence.
Do you struggle with grief, upsetting thoughts and emotions, or a loss of your sense of self that affects your day-to-day life and ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed by just getting through the day, or by the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder if you can live a life that is free from worry, guilt, anger, sadness, and anxiety? Now more than ever women and young women are feeling uncertain about who they are, about their feelings and thoughts, their struggles in difficult relationships, their ability to work through a loss, about finding their place in life or about moving past trauma.
I specialize in working with women and young women who need help with Women's Issues, Medication Management, Pregnancy, Prenatal, and Postpartum Mood Disorders, Abortion Grief, Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorders, Prolonged Grief, Substance Use Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, Sexual Abuse, Sex/Human Trafficking, Intimate Partner Violence and Domestic Violence.
Do you struggle with grief, upsetting thoughts and emotions, or a loss of your sense of self that affects your day-to-day life and ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed by just getting through the day, or by the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder if you can live a life that is free from worry, guilt, anger, sadness, and anxiety? Now more than ever women and young women are feeling uncertain about who they are, about their feelings and thoughts, their struggles in difficult relationships, their ability to work through a loss, about finding their place in life or about moving past trauma.
Susan Edelman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94301
I have a strong interest in women's issues, and have also worked with many men in my 30+ years of private practice.
Welcome to my practice of Psychotherapy and Psychiatry. It can be hard to reach out for help when you need it, so congratulate yourself. it’s a sign of strength to recognize that you need help and to ask for it. You deserve to get what you need to get your life back on track. Together, we will discuss your goals and find a treatment plan based on your specific issues, concerns, and preferences. I'll work with you to establish rapport based on understanding and good communication. I can help you to find more satisfaction in your relationships, cope with losses, and sort out who you are and who you want to become.
I have a strong interest in women's issues, and have also worked with many men in my 30+ years of private practice.
Welcome to my practice of Psychotherapy and Psychiatry. It can be hard to reach out for help when you need it, so congratulate yourself. it’s a sign of strength to recognize that you need help and to ask for it. You deserve to get what you need to get your life back on track. Together, we will discuss your goals and find a treatment plan based on your specific issues, concerns, and preferences. I'll work with you to establish rapport based on understanding and good communication. I can help you to find more satisfaction in your relationships, cope with losses, and sort out who you are and who you want to become.
Farah Khan
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
My areas of expertise include Anxiety and Panic disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder, Depression, Mood disorders, and Women's issues.
Welcome! I am pleased to have you consider my practice for your psychiatric health care needs. I am licensed to practice medicine by the California State Medical Board, and am board-certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. After receiving my medical degree from Sindh Medical College, I completed my Psychiatry Residency from Bergen Regional Medical Center in Paramus, NJ. I have been practicing psychiatry in California since 2003.
My areas of expertise include Anxiety and Panic disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder, Depression, Mood disorders, and Women's issues.
Welcome! I am pleased to have you consider my practice for your psychiatric health care needs. I am licensed to practice medicine by the California State Medical Board, and am board-certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. After receiving my medical degree from Sindh Medical College, I completed my Psychiatry Residency from Bergen Regional Medical Center in Paramus, NJ. I have been practicing psychiatry in California since 2003.
Mimi Winsberg
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104
Particular areas of expertise include: Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depressio, Relationship Problems, Women's Issues, Disordered Eating and Body Image Issues, Sport Psychology and Performance, Stress and adjustments such as divorce, loss of a loved one, medical problems, career changes.
As a Stanford trained psychiatrist with 25 years of clinical experience, I tailor my therapeutic approach to the individual's particular needs and goals. Psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness based approaches are used, along with medication. I treat mood disorders, anxiety, relationship problems, women's issues, disordered eating, and adjustments such as divorce, loss, medical problems, career changes. Medication is best managed in the context of a therapeutic relationship. I believe in the role lifestyle and physical health can play on emotional health, and I incorporate these principles into my therapy practice.
Particular areas of expertise include: Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Depressio, Relationship Problems, Women's Issues, Disordered Eating and Body Image Issues, Sport Psychology and Performance, Stress and adjustments such as divorce, loss of a loved one, medical problems, career changes.
As a Stanford trained psychiatrist with 25 years of clinical experience, I tailor my therapeutic approach to the individual's particular needs and goals. Psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness based approaches are used, along with medication. I treat mood disorders, anxiety, relationship problems, women's issues, disordered eating, and adjustments such as divorce, loss, medical problems, career changes. Medication is best managed in the context of a therapeutic relationship. I believe in the role lifestyle and physical health can play on emotional health, and I incorporate these principles into my therapy practice.
Kara Ditto
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90015 (Online Only)
My name is Kara Ditto, MD and I am a board-certified psychiatrist offering online medication management to adults. I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include bipolar, depression, psychotic disorders, PTSD, trauma, mood disorders, and women's issues. I do not prescribe controlled substances or stimulants.
My name is Kara Ditto, MD and I am a board-certified psychiatrist offering online medication management to adults. I treat an array of conditions, however, my specializations include bipolar, depression, psychotic disorders, PTSD, trauma, mood disorders, and women's issues. I do not prescribe controlled substances or stimulants.
Zahida Tayyib
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Mountain View, CA 94040
This background, her cross-cultural perspective and special interest in women's issues, uniquely qualifies her to work in ethnically diverse environment of Silicon Valley.
Zahida Tayyib MD founded Mountain View Psychiatry and TMS to create an integrative medicine practice. Our Practice provides help in cases of depression, bipolar disorder, and chemical dependency. We apply therapies (group and individual), pharmacotherapy and medication-free advanced Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We encourage our patients to follow healthy and active lifestyle by participating in Yoga, Tai-Chi, Feldenkrais. Every person is different, so let us answer your questions by calling 650.969.6772.
This background, her cross-cultural perspective and special interest in women's issues, uniquely qualifies her to work in ethnically diverse environment of Silicon Valley.
Zahida Tayyib MD founded Mountain View Psychiatry and TMS to create an integrative medicine practice. Our Practice provides help in cases of depression, bipolar disorder, and chemical dependency. We apply therapies (group and individual), pharmacotherapy and medication-free advanced Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We encourage our patients to follow healthy and active lifestyle by participating in Yoga, Tai-Chi, Feldenkrais. Every person is different, so let us answer your questions by calling 650.969.6772.
Brittnai Johnson
Psychiatric Nurse, MSN, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94111 (Online Only)
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Brittnai and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of California. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Anger Management, Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, LGBTQIA+/Gender/Sexuality Topics. Maternal Mental Health, Men's Issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Stress Management and Women's Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Hello, I look forward to meeting you! My name is Brittnai and I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner In the state of California. I specialize in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar, Anger Management, Depression, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, LGBTQIA+/Gender/Sexuality Topics. Maternal Mental Health, Men's Issues, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Stress Management and Women's Issues. I work with an amazing group of colleagues at Lavender, an online psychiatry and therapy office, where we believe psychiatric care shouldn't be expensive nor impossible to access.
Laura Wakil
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
I am board certified in psychiatry and neurology, and trained in functional medicine. I specialize in adult/geriatric, reproductive, and adolescent psychiatry. I focus on the whole individual -- not just a constellation of symptoms -- and the treatment I provide is comprehensive, and integrative. My focus is on the relationship with my patients, maintaining trust, and providing excellent care. I approach my patients with the same dedication I would want my own loved ones and family to receive. I do not accept insurance but provide a superbill that you can submit for out of network benefits.
I am board certified in psychiatry and neurology, and trained in functional medicine. I specialize in adult/geriatric, reproductive, and adolescent psychiatry. I focus on the whole individual -- not just a constellation of symptoms -- and the treatment I provide is comprehensive, and integrative. My focus is on the relationship with my patients, maintaining trust, and providing excellent care. I approach my patients with the same dedication I would want my own loved ones and family to receive. I do not accept insurance but provide a superbill that you can submit for out of network benefits.
Samantha Williams
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94118 (Online Only)
I enjoy practicing psychiatry from a holistic perspective, considering how biology, core beliefs, relationships and environment may be informing your current experience. I’m passionate about helping clients to feel empowered to create balance, stability, joy and connection in their lives using a combination of pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy and teaching. Initially, I’ll focus on creating a safe space and deeply listening to your story, and once we have gained insight into the factors impacting your experience, together we will come up with a dynamic treatment strategy that aligns with your priorities.
I enjoy practicing psychiatry from a holistic perspective, considering how biology, core beliefs, relationships and environment may be informing your current experience. I’m passionate about helping clients to feel empowered to create balance, stability, joy and connection in their lives using a combination of pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy and teaching. Initially, I’ll focus on creating a safe space and deeply listening to your story, and once we have gained insight into the factors impacting your experience, together we will come up with a dynamic treatment strategy that aligns with your priorities.
Dr. Ani Tokat
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Fresno, CA 93704
Welcome to Psychiatry 4 Women, where YOU matter! Hello, I am Dr. Ani Tokat, a mother, doctor, educator, and an entrepreneur. I focus on women's mental health needs in all stages of their lives, with emphasis on moms. If you like hole-in-the-wall, little gem type places, then search no further. I created this solo practice with you in mind, without any corporate influence. I brought old school Psychiatry into modern times, where you have direct access to your doctor, where you are not a number in a busy clinic, where you are seen as a human being rather than as a symptom, where your voice is heard without judgement.
Welcome to Psychiatry 4 Women, where YOU matter! Hello, I am Dr. Ani Tokat, a mother, doctor, educator, and an entrepreneur. I focus on women's mental health needs in all stages of their lives, with emphasis on moms. If you like hole-in-the-wall, little gem type places, then search no further. I created this solo practice with you in mind, without any corporate influence. I brought old school Psychiatry into modern times, where you have direct access to your doctor, where you are not a number in a busy clinic, where you are seen as a human being rather than as a symptom, where your voice is heard without judgement.
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Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Receive care from the comfort of your home! Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or attention and focus difficulties? Are your symptoms causing problems in your life? Are your relationships being affected? Are you not able to work to your potential? Are you unsatisfied in life and want to make major positive changes? Or are you doing well but want to further optimize your life situation? If you or a loved one suffer from emotional or mental distress, you have come to the right place. Welcome to my practice. I look forward meeting you and your loved ones and making your world a happier and a better place.
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Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Welcome to my profile in Psychology Today. I am a Stanford-trained, board-certified psychiatrist who has provided mental health care to a variety of populations over the last 18 years. In my private practice, I see adults over 18 years old, and I have expertise with diagnoses, such as anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. When I first meet new patients, they are frequently unsure what kind of treatment they might benefit from. By providing a warm and collaborative environment, I help the patients understand their needs and identify treatment options, such a medications, therapy, or a combination of both. I strongly believe that ‘no patient is a diagnosis’ – instead, we are all a complex combination of genetic predisposition, upbringing, and other influences that make us the people we are.
Welcome to my profile in Psychology Today. I am a Stanford-trained, board-certified psychiatrist who has provided mental health care to a variety of populations over the last 18 years. In my private practice, I see adults over 18 years old, and I have expertise with diagnoses, such as anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. When I first meet new patients, they are frequently unsure what kind of treatment they might benefit from. By providing a warm and collaborative environment, I help the patients understand their needs and identify treatment options, such a medications, therapy, or a combination of both. I strongly believe that ‘no patient is a diagnosis’ – instead, we are all a complex combination of genetic predisposition, upbringing, and other influences that make us the people we are.
Karla Benzl
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
I enjoy working with a diverse population of adults, and have extensive experience treating mood and anxiety disorders. I have additional expertise in women's mental health. My goal first and foremost is to develop a strong connection with my patients. I seek to understand each individual's life story and current circumstances to best understand how I can help. I am thorough in my assessment and mindful of your preferences.
I enjoy working with a diverse population of adults, and have extensive experience treating mood and anxiety disorders. I have additional expertise in women's mental health. My goal first and foremost is to develop a strong connection with my patients. I seek to understand each individual's life story and current circumstances to best understand how I can help. I am thorough in my assessment and mindful of your preferences.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90802 (Online Only)
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Susan Guy
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (Online Only)
I like to focus on how our environment, behaviors, and beliefs impact our experience with the world. I work to empower my clients to help them realize their goals.
I like to focus on how our environment, behaviors, and beliefs impact our experience with the world. I work to empower my clients to help them realize their goals.
Lauren Prasek
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92131
I am board-certified to see all ages but my primary focus is to empower women on their wellness journey by offering an approachable and causal setting for treatment.
I am board-certified to see all ages but my primary focus is to empower women on their wellness journey by offering an approachable and causal setting for treatment.
Marie Giarratana Young
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, MPH, MSN, NP
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
Welcome! I am a Women's Mental Health Specialist. I offer services that are solution-focused, and supportive. If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, I can offer treatment in a compassionate and individualized manner. If medication is necessary, I will provide the added benefit of prescribing your medication. I enjoy working with all age groups of women who have varying needs. Living through the pandemic has created another layer of stress for so many women, and I can be of support to you. The experience of navigating the world of reproductive health can feel overwhelming. I offer solution-focused care in a gentle manner.
Welcome! I am a Women's Mental Health Specialist. I offer services that are solution-focused, and supportive. If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, I can offer treatment in a compassionate and individualized manner. If medication is necessary, I will provide the added benefit of prescribing your medication. I enjoy working with all age groups of women who have varying needs. Living through the pandemic has created another layer of stress for so many women, and I can be of support to you. The experience of navigating the world of reproductive health can feel overwhelming. I offer solution-focused care in a gentle manner.
Ellen M Walker
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94611 (Online Only)
My goal is to help you make transformative life changes and build emotional resilience through a collaborative process. We will work using talk therapy to explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, personality, and relationships to better sort out your reasons for seeking help. We will consider whether there is a biological aspect to your difficulties and if you may benefit from medications to enhance your therapy. Finally, we will identify your goals, strengths, temperament, interests, personality traits, and life experiences to tailor an individual treatment for you.
My goal is to help you make transformative life changes and build emotional resilience through a collaborative process. We will work using talk therapy to explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, personality, and relationships to better sort out your reasons for seeking help. We will consider whether there is a biological aspect to your difficulties and if you may benefit from medications to enhance your therapy. Finally, we will identify your goals, strengths, temperament, interests, personality traits, and life experiences to tailor an individual treatment for you.
Claudette Banda
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Online Only)
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Women's Issues Psychiatrists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.