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Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Available both in-person and online
351 Santa Fe Dr Ste 200 Encinitas, CA 92024

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Dr. Tokar is particularly passionate about treating individuals dealing with trauma, midlife transitions, and grief. Drawing on decades of experience, she helps clients navigate complex life challenges, empowering them to find clarity and peace. Her work with trauma, including PTSD, provides a safe and supportive space for those seeking to process their experiences and reclaim their well-being. For individuals facing midlife transitions or the loss of a loved one, Dr. Tokar offers thoughtful, compassionate guidance to help them move forward with confidence and hope. In her practice, Dr.
Tokar uses evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Couples/Marital Counseling. These methods are highly effective for treating conditions like OCD, depression, and sleep disorders, while also fostering better relationships and emotional balance. Additionally, Dr.
Tokar has extensive experience working with specialized populations, including first responders, individuals on the autism spectrum, and military veterans. She is also well-versed in addressing the needs of the LGBTQ+ community, creating an inclusive and affirming environment for all her clients.  Outside of her professional life, Dr.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Nancy Tokar now - (760) 361-6814

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

351 Santa Fe Dr

Ste 200

Encinitas, CA 92024 map

(760) 361-6814
My website
Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Psychosis 
I accept insurance 
LifeStance Health offers high-quality, evidence-based mental healthcare.
Dr. Nancy Tokar
Let's Connect (760) 361-6814
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Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

351 Santa Fe Dr

Ste 200

Encinitas, CA 92024 map

(760) 361-6814
My website
Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Psychosis 
I accept insurance 
LifeStance Health offers high-quality, evidence-based mental healthcare.
Dr. Nancy Tokar

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
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We accept most major commercial insurance plans. If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
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We accept most major commercial insurance plans. If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
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Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 17103 Nancy Tokar
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Charter Hospital/Api, Graduated 1998
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from University For Humanistic Studies PhD / 1996
  • Degree/Diploma from Purdue University MS / 1989
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (760) 361-6814
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (760) 361-6814

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Psychosis

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Autism
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (760) 361-6814
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (760) 361-6814

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

I also speak

English

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

I also speak

English

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Couples/Marital Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (760) 361-6814
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Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (760) 361-6814

Location

Primary Location

LifeStance Health

351 Santa Fe Dr

Ste 200

Encinitas, CA 92024

(760) 361-6814
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Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
Photo of Dr. Nancy Tokar, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (760) 361-6814
"
Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
Photo of Dr. Nancy Tokar, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Nancy Tokar
Psychologist, PhD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (760) 361-6814