Psychiatrists in 94595
![Photo of Dr. Shannon Peterson, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1d71fc97-00be-481e-a669-0d2ec1d33af1/1/320x400.png)
Dr. Shannon Peterson is a board-certified psychiatrist and has been with Mindpath Health since 2016. Dr. Peterson completed her psychiatric residency at Boston University Medical Center.
Dr. Shannon Peterson is a board-certified psychiatrist and has been with Mindpath Health since 2016. Dr. Peterson completed her psychiatric residency at Boston University Medical Center.
![Photo of Dr. Simrita Singh, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7c78cdb7-1f27-41d2-bd04-de1aec154478/1/320x400.png)
Simrita Singh, M.D. received her medical degree from Lady Hardinge Medical College in New Delhi, India. She completed her residency and internship in psychiatry at the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine, where she served as Chief Resident from July 2008-June 2009. She has taught as a Clinical Assistant Instructor at SUNY's School of Medicine and biomedical Sciences and has been published in Psychiatric Times. Dr. Singh also holds a Masters of Public Health from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
Simrita Singh, M.D. received her medical degree from Lady Hardinge Medical College in New Delhi, India. She completed her residency and internship in psychiatry at the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine, where she served as Chief Resident from July 2008-June 2009. She has taught as a Clinical Assistant Instructor at SUNY's School of Medicine and biomedical Sciences and has been published in Psychiatric Times. Dr. Singh also holds a Masters of Public Health from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
![Photo of Marcus J (Bo) Houston, MD, MPH, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cca9572c-8d1d-491c-9e42-0ae71a861b14/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a board-certified psychiatrist in the East Bay. I am trained to address all of the major psychiatric diagnoses and specialize in both psychotherapy and medication management. My approach recognizes the practical necessity of diagnostic categories, but I also value and rely on the uniqueness of one's subjective experience to help guide the treatment process. It can be helpful for some people to hear that they may benefit from psychiatric or psychotherapeutic help even when a diagnosis may be unclear or unnecessary.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist in the East Bay. I am trained to address all of the major psychiatric diagnoses and specialize in both psychotherapy and medication management. My approach recognizes the practical necessity of diagnostic categories, but I also value and rely on the uniqueness of one's subjective experience to help guide the treatment process. It can be helpful for some people to hear that they may benefit from psychiatric or psychotherapeutic help even when a diagnosis may be unclear or unnecessary.
![Photo of Aldrin Nieves, PMHNP, BC, AGNP, C, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a4fd698a-3255-405c-b803-77412a3a3890/2/320x400.jpeg)
Aldrin Nieves
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC, AGNP, C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Not accepting new clients
Aldrin Nieves is a nurse practitioner from Concord, CA, who is dually board certified in psychiatric-mental health and adult gerontology primary care. He works with adults (18+ years old) and older adults (65+ years old) and provides care for patients who struggle with a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, psychosis, and other mood disorders. Aldrin’s treatment approach is rooted in integrating evidence-based techniques into medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive psychotherapy for treating mental illness.
Aldrin Nieves is a nurse practitioner from Concord, CA, who is dually board certified in psychiatric-mental health and adult gerontology primary care. He works with adults (18+ years old) and older adults (65+ years old) and provides care for patients who struggle with a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, psychosis, and other mood disorders. Aldrin’s treatment approach is rooted in integrating evidence-based techniques into medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive psychotherapy for treating mental illness.
![Photo of Uzma Khan, MD, ABPN, ABOM, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/601b7584-58b5-442c-8d1b-a77cbecad96d/1/320x400.jpeg)
We practice Metabolic Psychiatry & more. Metabolic dysfunction is often associated with mood disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and ADHD. We are committed to addressing these challenges with personalized psychiatric services. Our comprehensive care includes specialized treatments such as weight loss programs designed specifically for patients managing psychiatric illnesses. With specific expertise, we navigate significant life events like perimenopause/ menopause & its possible impact on mental wellbeing.
We practice Metabolic Psychiatry & more. Metabolic dysfunction is often associated with mood disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and ADHD. We are committed to addressing these challenges with personalized psychiatric services. Our comprehensive care includes specialized treatments such as weight loss programs designed specifically for patients managing psychiatric illnesses. With specific expertise, we navigate significant life events like perimenopause/ menopause & its possible impact on mental wellbeing.
![Photo of Beatrice Rabkin, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e09efdf2-9871-4114-8d2b-f3d50881a28f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Thank you for visiting my profile! I am a board-certified general psychiatrist, working with a variety of patients in my outpatient practice. I have office locations in San Francisco and Palo Alto. While I specialize in medication management, I use a multimodal approach with clients that draws upon psychotherapy, mindfulness work, Yoga psychology, and other integrative practices. For more info about my holistic approach to treatment, here's an informative podcast highlighting my work: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holistic-psychiatry-dr-beatrice-rabkin-md/id1501515784?i=1000502625263 or https://youtu.be/wJe3t3ZzkNs
Thank you for visiting my profile! I am a board-certified general psychiatrist, working with a variety of patients in my outpatient practice. I have office locations in San Francisco and Palo Alto. While I specialize in medication management, I use a multimodal approach with clients that draws upon psychotherapy, mindfulness work, Yoga psychology, and other integrative practices. For more info about my holistic approach to treatment, here's an informative podcast highlighting my work: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holistic-psychiatry-dr-beatrice-rabkin-md/id1501515784?i=1000502625263 or https://youtu.be/wJe3t3ZzkNs
![Photo of Pamela Giacalone, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cb4c5d1c-9985-47f1-b76c-e30c7feaf2e5/2/320x400.jpeg)
While I am comfortable with managing medications when clinically necessary, my primary treatment modality is psychodynamic therapy. My approach is straightforward and warm, and I am flexible about the structure of sessions. Some patients appreciate coaching and education, while others find meaning in more open-minded and abstract discussions. I am especially interested in working with patients with depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, binge eating disorder, and/or alcohol abuse, and I am skilled in helping women cope with emotional changes associated with pregnancy, the postpartum period, and menopause.
While I am comfortable with managing medications when clinically necessary, my primary treatment modality is psychodynamic therapy. My approach is straightforward and warm, and I am flexible about the structure of sessions. Some patients appreciate coaching and education, while others find meaning in more open-minded and abstract discussions. I am especially interested in working with patients with depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, binge eating disorder, and/or alcohol abuse, and I am skilled in helping women cope with emotional changes associated with pregnancy, the postpartum period, and menopause.
![Photo of Dorrie Swanson, DNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/75f1d672-9e5d-47fc-9bdc-7f3d3c3e6c66/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dorrie Swanson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience and specialize in working with adults with ADHD. I am passionate about aligning care to individual lifestyles. I strive to empower my patients by creating spaces for them to be heard.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience and specialize in working with adults with ADHD. I am passionate about aligning care to individual lifestyles. I strive to empower my patients by creating spaces for them to be heard.
![Photo of Deborah Raphael, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed5fad6b-5bac-43f3-8358-d0e167f0a94a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Raphael is a Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist who has been practicing since 2009. She graduated from UC San Diego with a major in Animal Physiology and Neuroscience and a minor in Sociology. She then continued on at UC San Diego for Medical School. She completed her General Adult Psychiatry Residency, and then also her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, at UC San Francisco.
Dr. Raphael is a Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist who has been practicing since 2009. She graduated from UC San Diego with a major in Animal Physiology and Neuroscience and a minor in Sociology. She then continued on at UC San Diego for Medical School. She completed her General Adult Psychiatry Residency, and then also her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, at UC San Francisco.
![Photo of Gillian Reierson, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8c529c3a-ee5c-4656-bc98-b36b6694fef4/1/320x400.jpeg)
A primary goal of my practice is to aid in the alleviation of suffering. As your psychiatrist, I will meet with you first to perform a thorough evaluation. By listening to your concerns and getting to know you, I will be able to formulate an assessment and develop a treatment plan. We will then collaborate on which treatment options work best for you. My approach usually involves a combination of talk therapy with medications to target symptoms. I believe in prescribing medications conservatively when possible "” using the least number and the lowest effective doses.
A primary goal of my practice is to aid in the alleviation of suffering. As your psychiatrist, I will meet with you first to perform a thorough evaluation. By listening to your concerns and getting to know you, I will be able to formulate an assessment and develop a treatment plan. We will then collaborate on which treatment options work best for you. My approach usually involves a combination of talk therapy with medications to target symptoms. I believe in prescribing medications conservatively when possible "” using the least number and the lowest effective doses.
![Photo of Jennifer Kwok, RN, Psychiatric Nurse](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5a5070b1-7d97-462b-9247-244b31abce38/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jennifer Kwok is a board-certified Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience treating a variety of mental health diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Nursing and Masters of Science in Nursing at Columbia University in New York where she worked with clients affected by severe, acute, and chronic mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, and substance abuse disorders.
Jennifer Kwok is a board-certified Adult Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience treating a variety of mental health diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Nursing and Masters of Science in Nursing at Columbia University in New York where she worked with clients affected by severe, acute, and chronic mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, and substance abuse disorders.
![Photo of Neha Nayyar, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2a823700-9fe4-48e6-a759-02525cce0cc7/1/320x400.png)
My main focus is connecting with people in order to best support them. My working style is compassionate, empathetic, easy-going, supportive, and communicative. I am always working in the best interest of the patient. My philosophy brought me to Mindful Health Solutions since we both insist on patient-first care. I am determined to help each patient find what works best for them. I will be doing in-person and telehealth appointments for those in the San Francisco area, and working with Medication Management, Psychotherapy, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy (TMS).
My main focus is connecting with people in order to best support them. My working style is compassionate, empathetic, easy-going, supportive, and communicative. I am always working in the best interest of the patient. My philosophy brought me to Mindful Health Solutions since we both insist on patient-first care. I am determined to help each patient find what works best for them. I will be doing in-person and telehealth appointments for those in the San Francisco area, and working with Medication Management, Psychotherapy, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy (TMS).
![Photo of Anne Guerinoni, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a20f17b-569b-4628-bf62-f0340cac6d60/2/320x400.jpeg)
Anne Guerinoni is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Bachelors in Science from Dominican University of California, a Family Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Arizona, where she also earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Anne then furthered her education at the University of Cincinnati where she earned a psychiatric mental health degree and is now dual board certified as an FNP and PMHNP. Anne's treatment approach to managing mental health conditions is a team-based strategy with the patient.
Anne Guerinoni is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Bachelors in Science from Dominican University of California, a Family Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Arizona, where she also earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Anne then furthered her education at the University of Cincinnati where she earned a psychiatric mental health degree and is now dual board certified as an FNP and PMHNP. Anne's treatment approach to managing mental health conditions is a team-based strategy with the patient.
![Photo of Cindy Bolter, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/75f58b2e-a5b9-4465-8054-4d9cc412f5ab/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been working and providing care in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings for over 30 years. I graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from San Francisco State University, my Master of Science in Child and Family Psychiatric Nursing and my Child and Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of California, San Francisco, and my Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Massachusetts, Boston.
I am a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been working and providing care in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings for over 30 years. I graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from San Francisco State University, my Master of Science in Child and Family Psychiatric Nursing and my Child and Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of California, San Francisco, and my Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Massachusetts, Boston.
![Photo of Dorothy Moore, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/76b579d9-7149-42fd-bd89-5d912e5d9dfb/1/320x400.jpeg)
I think it is important to tailor treatment plans to fit the individual. There is no one-sized solution in mental health care. Therapy is often a key part of that treatment plan and I encourage patients to seek therapy in addition to medication. I use a holistic approach to care, combined with evidence-based research. I provide medication management for ages 15 and older. I have a strong background in treating addiction, especially opioid use disorder and alcoholism.
I think it is important to tailor treatment plans to fit the individual. There is no one-sized solution in mental health care. Therapy is often a key part of that treatment plan and I encourage patients to seek therapy in addition to medication. I use a holistic approach to care, combined with evidence-based research. I provide medication management for ages 15 and older. I have a strong background in treating addiction, especially opioid use disorder and alcoholism.
![Photo of Jeryl Girton, PMHNP-B, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cfc8d3e1-ab21-44d8-83de-366ec6ad4098/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a dual ANCC Board Certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been working in the mental health field since 1990 in various roles. I have had the opportunity to utilize my Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner skills with various ages and in various settings. I integrate medication management and psychotherapeutic approaches when indicated. My previous mental health clinical experiences include acute and long-term psychiatric facilities, as well as practicing in outpatient psychiatric clinics for children, adolescents and adults.
I am a dual ANCC Board Certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been working in the mental health field since 1990 in various roles. I have had the opportunity to utilize my Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner skills with various ages and in various settings. I integrate medication management and psychotherapeutic approaches when indicated. My previous mental health clinical experiences include acute and long-term psychiatric facilities, as well as practicing in outpatient psychiatric clinics for children, adolescents and adults.
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Number of Psychiatrists in 94595
10+
Average cost per session
$299
Psychiatrists in 94595 who prioritize treating:
100% | Medication Management |
88% | Depression |
82% | Anxiety |
76% | ADHD |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) |
59% | Sleep or Insomnia |
Average years in practice
6 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
92% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Psychiatrists in 94595 see their clients
89% | In Person and Online | |
11% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
87% | Female | |
13% | Male |
FAQs - About Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurses
How can I find a psychiatrist in 94595?
The Psychology Today Directory enables you to search specifically for psychiatrists, using the drop down provider menu in the navigation bar, by city or zip code, or by the name of the psychiatrist. Search results provide detailed profiles of professionals, including their treatment approach and areas of expertise. In addition, listings provide important information about each psychiatrist’s credentials, fees, payment options, and insurance affiliations. Directory users can select psychiatrists who meet an array of personally-desired criteria, such as familiarity with a specific community or condition.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
Psychiatrists are medical specialists who focus on understanding, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the brain and disorders of the mind and behavior. As physicians, psychiatrists are trained to recognize the often-subtle biological causes of mental disorders and to monitor the effects of mental disturbances on physical conditions, such as heart disease. Psychologists are especially attuned to the influence of early experience on development and behavior, emotional and cognitive processes, the nature of personality, and social functioning. They are also trained to deploy an array of psychological tests—IQ tests, personality tests, behavioral assessments—to gauge a person’s functioning.
What is a psychiatric nurse practitioner?
A psychiatric nurse practitioner, also known as a mental health nurse practitioner, is a registered nurse who completes advanced training in psychiatric care, earning either a master’s or doctoral degree in psychiatric nursing, and in the U.S., passes a national certification exam. Like psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. In some locales, psychiatric nurse practitioners can offer the full range of psychiatric care, including prescribing and managing medication. In other places, they must work in collaboration with a physician.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed psychiatrist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors. All psychiatrists listed in the directory have a valid license issued by the state(s) in which they practice and are certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some individuals or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Can a psychiatrist prescribe medication?
Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who are trained to recognize the many ways body processes affect the functioning of the brain and mind. As physicians, they can prescribe medication. Patients who are prescribed medications will typically need to continue to see a psychiatrist so that the effects of the medication can be monitored. For many psychiatric conditions, including common disorders such as anxiety and depression, the preferred treatment is combination therapy—medication accompanied by psychotherapy.
Do psychiatrists offer therapy?
Psychiatrists are generally trained in a number of treatment modalities, including psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and, increasingly, somatic therapies. Typically, psychiatrists make a diagnosis and determine a course of treatment based on chemical or biological factors, using lab tests, brain scans and physical and psychological evaluations. While psychotherapy may be used in the first session to aid in diagnosis, it is not typically utilized in subsequent visits. In fact, after the introductory session, most sessions with a psychiatrist may only be 15-20 minutes in length and are largely focused on medication management. Many psychiatrists who do not offer psychotherapy work collaboratively with psychologists and other mental health clinicians and can refer clients seeking talk therapy to those providers.
How do I know if I need a psychiatrist or a therapist?
It is not always easy to know which type of mental health practitioner to choose. Many people are unaware of the root of their mental or behavioral problem. One way many people learn which type of care is best for them is by seeing their primary care provider first. Depending on the nature and severity of the symptoms, the physician may review their medical history or perform medical tests to determine whether biological factors are involved before making a referral. It is not necessary for a person to know precisely what type of care they need in order to seek help. Many psychiatrists and psychologists refer clients to each other depending on client needs.
Do I need a referral to see a psychiatrist?
A referral to a psychiatrist is often not required. However, seeing your primary care physician first can be helpful and actually prove to be a shortcut to getting what you need. Your PCP may have a clear idea whether psychiatric help is needed and/or which kind of mental health care would be most beneficial and refer you to the right type of practitioner. For that reason alone, some psychiatrists require a referral. Further, many insurance plans require a referral from a PCP if they cover all of part of the cost of seeing a specialist; if, however, you are paying out of pocket, you may not need a referral. In any case, a referral may speed the process of securing an appointment with a psychiatrist, especially in areas where there is a shortage of mental health specialists and new patients face long waits for appointments.