Medication Management Therapists in Poway, CA
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and find more helpful ways of living. I offer a collaborative and client-centered approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs and cultural backgrounds to help attain the personal growth you're striving for. Your life experiences and history contribute to your individual uniqueness. Sometimes it's helpful if your therapist has a base knowledge of aspects of your culture so you don't have to explain everything. Between cultural elements of the LGBTQ community, to intersectionality experiences for persons of color, my background and training aid in this understanding.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and find more helpful ways of living. I offer a collaborative and client-centered approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs and cultural backgrounds to help attain the personal growth you're striving for. Your life experiences and history contribute to your individual uniqueness. Sometimes it's helpful if your therapist has a base knowledge of aspects of your culture so you don't have to explain everything. Between cultural elements of the LGBTQ community, to intersectionality experiences for persons of color, my background and training aid in this understanding.
Addiction is not a problem to be fixed, but rather a person. I have worked with many people with various addictions and realize that addressing one problem from one perspective is not enough. I specialize in getting to know a person first and then helping that person heal from past hurts, learn skills for problem-solving, improve communication, build strong relationships, practice ways to manage strong emotions, learn to slow down and change their harmful or intrusive thoughts, draw from their faith for strength, develop strong support systems, and with all this, hope of long-term recovery can become reality.
Addiction is not a problem to be fixed, but rather a person. I have worked with many people with various addictions and realize that addressing one problem from one perspective is not enough. I specialize in getting to know a person first and then helping that person heal from past hurts, learn skills for problem-solving, improve communication, build strong relationships, practice ways to manage strong emotions, learn to slow down and change their harmful or intrusive thoughts, draw from their faith for strength, develop strong support systems, and with all this, hope of long-term recovery can become reality.
I provide psychological treatment and services to address the difficulties associated with a variety of challenges and transitions. My approach to treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual client and I aim to create an atmosphere where people feel comfortable discussing and exploring their life. I view therapy as a collaboration and partnership between the client and myself. I provide support and guidance to help you identify areas of your life that need improvement or change and help you to set goals and create an action plan that will allow you to grow, shift, and live the life you want for yourself.
I provide psychological treatment and services to address the difficulties associated with a variety of challenges and transitions. My approach to treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual client and I aim to create an atmosphere where people feel comfortable discussing and exploring their life. I view therapy as a collaboration and partnership between the client and myself. I provide support and guidance to help you identify areas of your life that need improvement or change and help you to set goals and create an action plan that will allow you to grow, shift, and live the life you want for yourself.
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Our dedicated team of clinicians is committed to delivering the highest quality mental health care to support you on your unique journey. We offer in-person sessions at our Eastlake office or the convenience of virtual care from the comfort of your own space. Our goal is to ensure you can begin your wellness journey with ease.
Our dedicated team of clinicians is committed to delivering the highest quality mental health care to support you on your unique journey. We offer in-person sessions at our Eastlake office or the convenience of virtual care from the comfort of your own space. Our goal is to ensure you can begin your wellness journey with ease.
Specialized behavioral health services tailored to the unique needs of active-duty military personnel, their dependents, and veterans. Our team of clinicians comes with a wealth of experience and relevant backgrounds, including military service and expertise in trauma-related mental health issues. Our comprehensive approach ensures personalized, evidence-based care designed to address the specific challenges and stressors associated with military life and service.
Specialized behavioral health services tailored to the unique needs of active-duty military personnel, their dependents, and veterans. Our team of clinicians comes with a wealth of experience and relevant backgrounds, including military service and expertise in trauma-related mental health issues. Our comprehensive approach ensures personalized, evidence-based care designed to address the specific challenges and stressors associated with military life and service.
I combine thoughtful medication management with supportive, evidence-based strategies, psychoeducation, and practical coping skills to help clients build resilience and create meaningful progress.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 10 years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. Many of the individuals I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about their next steps and are seeking emotional stability, symptom relief, and greater self-understanding.
I combine thoughtful medication management with supportive, evidence-based strategies, psychoeducation, and practical coping skills to help clients build resilience and create meaningful progress.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 10 years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. Many of the individuals I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about their next steps and are seeking emotional stability, symptom relief, and greater self-understanding.
Welcome! You or someone you know may be experiencing stress in your life or feeling stuck; there may be things that are getting in the way of you living your best life. I can help you develop strategies and higher levels of awareness to increase your sense of well-being so you can work on unleashing your potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in California. I provide individual virtual appointments. My approach is warm, understanding, empowering, strengths-based, and individualized to the needs of each of my clients I integrate advanced evidence-based approaches to help you reach your goals.
Welcome! You or someone you know may be experiencing stress in your life or feeling stuck; there may be things that are getting in the way of you living your best life. I can help you develop strategies and higher levels of awareness to increase your sense of well-being so you can work on unleashing your potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in California. I provide individual virtual appointments. My approach is warm, understanding, empowering, strengths-based, and individualized to the needs of each of my clients I integrate advanced evidence-based approaches to help you reach your goals.
I help LGBTQ+ individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their identities so they can reclaim joy in their authentic self and how they love in relationships. As an Arabic & Latino member of the LGBTQ+ community, I know that your identity is your strength. I bring my lived experience into our work so you don’t have to spend your sessions explaining your culture or your journey. Whether we are untangling painful relationship cycles or healing the connection you you have with yourself, we do it in a space that is sex-positive, kink-affirming, and deeply supportive of your unique identity.
I help LGBTQ+ individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their identities so they can reclaim joy in their authentic self and how they love in relationships. As an Arabic & Latino member of the LGBTQ+ community, I know that your identity is your strength. I bring my lived experience into our work so you don’t have to spend your sessions explaining your culture or your journey. Whether we are untangling painful relationship cycles or healing the connection you you have with yourself, we do it in a space that is sex-positive, kink-affirming, and deeply supportive of your unique identity.
For those struggling with mental health issues, we provide a variety of services, including individual, couples, and family therapy (in person and virtual); medication management (virtual only) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
Thousand Branches Wellness is now enrolling for Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP). Adult (ages 18+) and Active-Duty & Veteran programming are offered 3 days a week, in-person. We are in-network with Tricare/TriWest, Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Magellan, Optum/UnitedHealthcare, Cigna/Evernorth, Anthem, ComPsych and Uprise. We can support navigating out of network coverage for other major insurance payors. Call 619-202-8586 to schedule an assessment today!
For those struggling with mental health issues, we provide a variety of services, including individual, couples, and family therapy (in person and virtual); medication management (virtual only) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
Thousand Branches Wellness is now enrolling for Intensive Outpatient Programming (IOP). Adult (ages 18+) and Active-Duty & Veteran programming are offered 3 days a week, in-person. We are in-network with Tricare/TriWest, Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Magellan, Optum/UnitedHealthcare, Cigna/Evernorth, Anthem, ComPsych and Uprise. We can support navigating out of network coverage for other major insurance payors. Call 619-202-8586 to schedule an assessment today!
Life and all of its stages are filled with change. At times those changes are welcomed, and other times they are unexpected, feel burdensome, and create worry. I will listen and will focus on understanding your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to empower you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, set goals based on your values, and feel relief. As a clinical social worker, I focus on the whole person in their environment. I have developed a nurturing, inclusive, person-centered approach that values each individual’s unique situation and decision making process, and look forward to connecting with you.
Life and all of its stages are filled with change. At times those changes are welcomed, and other times they are unexpected, feel burdensome, and create worry. I will listen and will focus on understanding your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to empower you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, set goals based on your values, and feel relief. As a clinical social worker, I focus on the whole person in their environment. I have developed a nurturing, inclusive, person-centered approach that values each individual’s unique situation and decision making process, and look forward to connecting with you.
Are you struggling to work through personal or relationship issues you've been unable to resolve on your own? Are you finally feeling ready to address the anxiety and/or depression that has been holding you back from life? There is no reason to feel alone or stuck; it is possible to work through these issues, and to feel happy again. I have experienced much success helping my clients resolve their issues, while creating a nurturing and safe environment. I incorporate humor and friendship in my practice and have found this helpful in furthering the progress and positive therapeutic experience.
Are you struggling to work through personal or relationship issues you've been unable to resolve on your own? Are you finally feeling ready to address the anxiety and/or depression that has been holding you back from life? There is no reason to feel alone or stuck; it is possible to work through these issues, and to feel happy again. I have experienced much success helping my clients resolve their issues, while creating a nurturing and safe environment. I incorporate humor and friendship in my practice and have found this helpful in furthering the progress and positive therapeutic experience.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
I’m Paul Allen - you can call me JR - and I can help. I provide online therapy to clients from California, New Mexico and New Hampshire. Are you ready to see changes in your life? Relationship? Interested in ways to support individuals within your life? Are you nervous about what change looks like? Do you struggle with generic “advice” because your situation is so unique that what works for some people doesn’t seem to work for you?
I’m Paul Allen - you can call me JR - and I can help. I provide online therapy to clients from California, New Mexico and New Hampshire. Are you ready to see changes in your life? Relationship? Interested in ways to support individuals within your life? Are you nervous about what change looks like? Do you struggle with generic “advice” because your situation is so unique that what works for some people doesn’t seem to work for you?
I help teens and adults build the mindset and emotional skills needed to thrive. My clients are often motivated, high-achieving individuals who want to increase confidence, strengthen emotional regulation, improve resilience, and perform at their best—in school, sports, work, and relationships. Together, we develop practical strategies that foster self-awareness, mental strength, and a solid sense of self, empowering you to face challenges with confidence and create a life that feels meaningful and authentic.
I help teens and adults build the mindset and emotional skills needed to thrive. My clients are often motivated, high-achieving individuals who want to increase confidence, strengthen emotional regulation, improve resilience, and perform at their best—in school, sports, work, and relationships. Together, we develop practical strategies that foster self-awareness, mental strength, and a solid sense of self, empowering you to face challenges with confidence and create a life that feels meaningful and authentic.
I am devoted to providing a safe place for individuals seeking to learn to practice self-compassion and self-acceptance. My goal is to be a strong support for you by providing therapy through a trauma informed lens. I will work alongside you, as you explore your strengths, values, and maximize your potential to live your true authentic self. I have experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, as well as those newly diagnosed with HIV, and those adapting to new life changes.
I am devoted to providing a safe place for individuals seeking to learn to practice self-compassion and self-acceptance. My goal is to be a strong support for you by providing therapy through a trauma informed lens. I will work alongside you, as you explore your strengths, values, and maximize your potential to live your true authentic self. I have experience working with survivors of intimate partner violence, as well as those newly diagnosed with HIV, and those adapting to new life changes.
Liz Weisenburger
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, MS, LPCC
San Diego, CA 92119
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Life doesn't always ask our permission before it changes. I work with women living with chronic illness and adults recovering from trauma whose lives have been profoundly interrupted. Illness and trauma affect far more than symptoms—they reshape identity, relationships, work, purpose, and belonging. Together, we honor what's been lost while creating a new roadmap forward. Through compassionate, whole-person care, I help clients reconnect with themselves, build safety and self-trust, and discover a life that feels meaningful, sustainable, and hope-filled.
Life doesn't always ask our permission before it changes. I work with women living with chronic illness and adults recovering from trauma whose lives have been profoundly interrupted. Illness and trauma affect far more than symptoms—they reshape identity, relationships, work, purpose, and belonging. Together, we honor what's been lost while creating a new roadmap forward. Through compassionate, whole-person care, I help clients reconnect with themselves, build safety and self-trust, and discover a life that feels meaningful, sustainable, and hope-filled.
As a therapist of 14 years, I believe everyone deserves a safe and open environment to feel heard and supported through life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re feeling weighed down by stress, healing from past experiences, or simply need a place to process your thoughts and emotions, I'm here to walk with you.
I also specialize in working with women experiencing the cancer journey, trauma, and survivorship after treatment, including practical and emotional support. Together, we’ll sort through what feels heavy, uncover strengths and find concrete ways forward that feel right for you.
As a therapist of 14 years, I believe everyone deserves a safe and open environment to feel heard and supported through life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re feeling weighed down by stress, healing from past experiences, or simply need a place to process your thoughts and emotions, I'm here to walk with you.
I also specialize in working with women experiencing the cancer journey, trauma, and survivorship after treatment, including practical and emotional support. Together, we’ll sort through what feels heavy, uncover strengths and find concrete ways forward that feel right for you.
The greatest thing I've learned through my own life challenges is that love always holds the door open for transformation.
The truth is that we all adapt to earth school by developing survival strategies—often inherited or learned without awareness. These adaptations serve us well in the context in which they originated but with time become less protective and more limiting.
I work with adults who are ready to explore what lies beneath, doing the deep inner work of facing life honestly, embracing their freedom to choose, and creating lives that feel authentic and meaningful despite the uncertainty and inevitable loss life brings.
The greatest thing I've learned through my own life challenges is that love always holds the door open for transformation.
The truth is that we all adapt to earth school by developing survival strategies—often inherited or learned without awareness. These adaptations serve us well in the context in which they originated but with time become less protective and more limiting.
I work with adults who are ready to explore what lies beneath, doing the deep inner work of facing life honestly, embracing their freedom to choose, and creating lives that feel authentic and meaningful despite the uncertainty and inevitable loss life brings.
Addiction - are you involved in a Court case, Family or Criminal? Drugs & Alcohol addiction destroys lives, creates shame, fear and confusion. I am in recovery & am a Court Approved Provider, I can help you with Court appointed Programs, education including Anger Management and out of state services. Provide Addiction Assessments, & many Court services. We provide unique, individual attention. DMV, DUI & Interventions- we understand the System. Working weekends and nights. Can come to you if needed. Recovery Coaching and training offered.
Addiction - are you involved in a Court case, Family or Criminal? Drugs & Alcohol addiction destroys lives, creates shame, fear and confusion. I am in recovery & am a Court Approved Provider, I can help you with Court appointed Programs, education including Anger Management and out of state services. Provide Addiction Assessments, & many Court services. We provide unique, individual attention. DMV, DUI & Interventions- we understand the System. Working weekends and nights. Can come to you if needed. Recovery Coaching and training offered.
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Medication Management Therapists
What are the most effective ways to manage medications?
One of the most effective ways a patient can manage their medications is to keep a list of each drug and dosage they take. Such a list can be helpful in keeping to their schedule and can also be something they bring to their psychiatrist or other physician so that the healthcare provider has a clear picture of what they’re taking and in what quantity. Using a pill organizer can be useful for memory and organization. Patients should discuss their medications and their effects at every appointment.
What are the risks if medications are not managed properly?
A suboptimal approach to medication management can lead to potentially harmful health outcomes. Most psychiatric drugs have side effects, and if a patient is not aware of them, they may seek additional medical help or over the counter or prescription drugs to treat the side effects, which may have its own side effects, a process called “prescription cascade.” Another risk to disorganization is that a psychiatrist without full knowledge of a patient’s regimen could prescribe a medication that should not be mixed with a patient’s existing drugs.
What’s the best way to encourage someone to get help managing their medications?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing medication management as a tool for improving their life and avoiding dangerous side effects. Offering specific examples of an individual’s failure to properly manage their medication regimen should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to break management down into parts, and there are several apps that can be used to organize which drugs are ingested, when they need to be refilled, and how they should be stored.
Are there natural treatments that can replace medications?
While there are many medications that can be vital to mental health, there are some natural lifestyle changes that can help reduce the need for drugs. Regular exercise, good sleep habits, a healthy diet, and therapy can all go a long way in symptom relief. Psychiatric medications typically treat symptoms but do not necessarily treat the cause of the condition. Many clinicians consider medications an adjunct to treatment rather than a treatment in and of itself.