Medication Management Therapists in San Diego, CA

Pamela Abao
Verified Verified
Online Only
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.
(619) 614-8624 View (619) 614-8624
Headlight/East Lake
Verified Verified
Serves Area
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.
(619) 367-1309 View (619) 367-1309
Well Psychology, Inc
Verified Verified
Online Only
Our patients at Well are diverse and come to us exactly as they are. We provide clinical care to patients neglected in the traditional in-person mental health care treatment model, and we focus on delivering evidence-based treatments that work, tailored to your needs. We partner with patients to eliminate barriers like access, stigma, or cost, and our patients feel at home no matter where they are with our patient-centered clinicians. We are California’s online solution to today’s mental health challenges: patient-centered, modern, collaborative. Well is here for you.
Our patients at Well are diverse and come to us exactly as they are. We provide clinical care to patients neglected in the traditional in-person mental health care treatment model, and we focus on delivering evidence-based treatments that work, tailored to your needs. We partner with patients to eliminate barriers like access, stigma, or cost, and our patients feel at home no matter where they are with our patient-centered clinicians. We are California’s online solution to today’s mental health challenges: patient-centered, modern, collaborative. Well is here for you.
(858) 251-8048 View (858) 251-8048
Jason Cencirulo
Psychologist, PsyD
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92110
The first step in healing is often the scariest, and my hope is that you take that step - for you, for those you love, and those who love you. Whether you’re reaching out to heal, to grow, to grieve, or to understand, my goal is to create a space where you will be heard, seen, and understood in a way that allows you to approach the challenges of living in new ways.
The first step in healing is often the scariest, and my hope is that you take that step - for you, for those you love, and those who love you. Whether you’re reaching out to heal, to grow, to grieve, or to understand, my goal is to create a space where you will be heard, seen, and understood in a way that allows you to approach the challenges of living in new ways.
(619) 304-6168 View (619) 304-6168
Thousand Branches Wellness - Mission Valley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92108
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!
(858) 465-4773 View (858) 465-4773
Liz Weisenburger
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, MS, LPCC
San Diego, CA 92119
Waitlist for new clients
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.
(619) 329-9555 View (619) 329-9555
Rae Stevens
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Even the best days of our lives come with unexpected changes, challenges or realizations that events or traumas from our past have come to prevent us from truly feeling like we are living the life we have really envisioned for ourselves. Sometimes even with the support of those closest to us, we can't seem to find a way to face these issues on our own so we make a decision to seek out another source of support through therapy. If you're looking to start your therapy journey for the first time or continuing it from where you left off previously - I hope to be able to help support you as you embark on this journey towards your goals.
Even the best days of our lives come with unexpected changes, challenges or realizations that events or traumas from our past have come to prevent us from truly feeling like we are living the life we have really envisioned for ourselves. Sometimes even with the support of those closest to us, we can't seem to find a way to face these issues on our own so we make a decision to seek out another source of support through therapy. If you're looking to start your therapy journey for the first time or continuing it from where you left off previously - I hope to be able to help support you as you embark on this journey towards your goals.
(858) 758-9123 View (858) 758-9123
LifeStance Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Diego, CA 92127
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.
(858) 434-5108 View (858) 434-5108
HGR Treatment Center Drug Rehabs San Diego
Pre-Licensed Professional, Rehab
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
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(442) 233-3489 View (442) 233-3489
Natalie Atkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Welcoming New Patients! Natalie is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, Tricare, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Grounding her practice in warmth and compassion, Natalie helps clients understand how past relationships and life experiences may be shaping the way they feel, cope, and connect with others today. She has extensive experience helping clients who have experienced trauma, as well as those managing more than one challenge at a time.
Welcoming New Patients! Natalie is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, Tricare, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Grounding her practice in warmth and compassion, Natalie helps clients understand how past relationships and life experiences may be shaping the way they feel, cope, and connect with others today. She has extensive experience helping clients who have experienced trauma, as well as those managing more than one challenge at a time.
(619) 492-5189 View (619) 492-5189
Melody Donboli
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
San Diego, CA 92128
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.
(858) 376-7580 View (858) 376-7580
Alcohol Detox San Diego | Drug Rehabs San Diego
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, RADT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
Best alcohol detox San Diego and drug rehabs San Diego near me Escondido, California providing inpatient, intensive outpatient and alcohol and drug detox centers. When seeking drug rehabs La Jolla substance abuse rehabilitation centers it's critical to find evidence based addiction treatment. The detoxification process and continues in inpatient residential and IOP treatments. A large amount of people that need addiction treatment medical care around drug rehabs San Diego. We teach relapse prevention and include the 12-steps at all of our facilities. We at drug rehabs Escondido can help you today.
Best alcohol detox San Diego and drug rehabs San Diego near me Escondido, California providing inpatient, intensive outpatient and alcohol and drug detox centers. When seeking drug rehabs La Jolla substance abuse rehabilitation centers it's critical to find evidence based addiction treatment. The detoxification process and continues in inpatient residential and IOP treatments. A large amount of people that need addiction treatment medical care around drug rehabs San Diego. We teach relapse prevention and include the 12-steps at all of our facilities. We at drug rehabs Escondido can help you today.
(442) 233-3478 View (442) 233-3478
Trang Phan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming—especially when you've spent years carrying so much on your own. Many of my clients are high-achieving adults navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, cultural expectations, parenthood, or the pressure to be everything for everyone. My work integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, and depth-oriented psychotherapy to help you heal patterns that no longer serve you, reconnect with your authentic self, and create a life that feels more grounded and meaningful.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming—especially when you've spent years carrying so much on your own. Many of my clients are high-achieving adults navigating anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, cultural expectations, parenthood, or the pressure to be everything for everyone. My work integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, and depth-oriented psychotherapy to help you heal patterns that no longer serve you, reconnect with your authentic self, and create a life that feels more grounded and meaningful.
(858) 758-7513 View (858) 758-7513
Amanda Cross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
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.
(619) 350-4543 View (619) 350-4543
Zhaohui (Sunny) Yang
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92127
I'm very much a client-centered therapist and collaborate with my clients in defining the goals and paths of recovery. Being an immigrant myself, I work extensively with immigrants and their families, as well as families of mixed racial/cultural backgrounds. I am a strong advocate for under-served, underrepresented groups, and for victims of social injustice and domestic violence.
I'm very much a client-centered therapist and collaborate with my clients in defining the goals and paths of recovery. Being an immigrant myself, I work extensively with immigrants and their families, as well as families of mixed racial/cultural backgrounds. I am a strong advocate for under-served, underrepresented groups, and for victims of social injustice and domestic violence.
(619) 330-9142 View (619) 330-9142
Patricia C Kantzavelos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLIS, MSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in chronic health conditions and trauma, which I understand first hand. Chronic medical conditions (i.e. dysautonomia POTS, EDS, Lyme disease, Bartonella, IBS, fibro, fatigue CFS, Hashimoto’s, mast cell MCAS, sickle cell disease, mold illness CIRS, etc.) often come with significant challenges, like fear, anxiety, grief, medical PTSD, and may interfere with relationships and daily function. I utilize various holistic evidence-based treatment modalities and practice-based evidence, contingent on each person’s needs and goals, with an added focus on mindfulness techniques, positive psychology, and strengths-based therapy.
I specialize in chronic health conditions and trauma, which I understand first hand. Chronic medical conditions (i.e. dysautonomia POTS, EDS, Lyme disease, Bartonella, IBS, fibro, fatigue CFS, Hashimoto’s, mast cell MCAS, sickle cell disease, mold illness CIRS, etc.) often come with significant challenges, like fear, anxiety, grief, medical PTSD, and may interfere with relationships and daily function. I utilize various holistic evidence-based treatment modalities and practice-based evidence, contingent on each person’s needs and goals, with an added focus on mindfulness techniques, positive psychology, and strengths-based therapy.
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Open Mind Health
Marriage & Family Therapist
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Our team of experts are experienced in a multitude of evidence-guided modalities, including medication management, CBT, EMDR, DBT, among many others utilizing telehealth.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Our team of experts are experienced in a multitude of evidence-guided modalities, including medication management, CBT, EMDR, DBT, among many others utilizing telehealth.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
(619) 279-5464 View (619) 279-5464
Kristina Bonanca
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Telehealth only, please schedule with me directly on my website.- Do you find yourself stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling in relationships, or carrying the effects of painful experiences from the past? Many of the clients I work with are successful, caring individuals who are exhausted from constantly feeling on edge, disconnected, or weighed down by trauma. I provide a safe, supportive space where we can explore what is keeping you stuck, develop greater self-understanding, and help you move toward a life that feels more balanced, connected, and meaningful.
Telehealth only, please schedule with me directly on my website.- Do you find yourself stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling in relationships, or carrying the effects of painful experiences from the past? Many of the clients I work with are successful, caring individuals who are exhausted from constantly feeling on edge, disconnected, or weighed down by trauma. I provide a safe, supportive space where we can explore what is keeping you stuck, develop greater self-understanding, and help you move toward a life that feels more balanced, connected, and meaningful.
Paola Berg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Diego, CA 92103
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.
(760) 624-3899 View (760) 624-3899
Founded in 1993, Help Therapy has a team of over 50 licensed neuropsychologists and psychologists who offer a wide range of psychological evaluations. For patients who need extra support, therapy is also offered. Patients are matched to a provider of their choice based on their specific needs and preferences. Clinicians work with seniors, adults and youth (age 7+) all throughout California.
Founded in 1993, Help Therapy has a team of over 50 licensed neuropsychologists and psychologists who offer a wide range of psychological evaluations. For patients who need extra support, therapy is also offered. Patients are matched to a provider of their choice based on their specific needs and preferences. Clinicians work with seniors, adults and youth (age 7+) all throughout California.
(619) 492-4586 View (619) 492-4586

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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.