Anxiety Psychiatrists in La Jolla, CA
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Katie Lais is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) treating all people, from children and adolescents to adults and older adults. She primarily worked with patients in community/public health clinics before working with the dedicated team at Mind Bloom La Jolla. She has extensive experience in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and addiction disorders. She has over 14 years of experience in the mental health field.
Katie Lais is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) treating all people, from children and adolescents to adults and older adults. She primarily worked with patients in community/public health clinics before working with the dedicated team at Mind Bloom La Jolla. She has extensive experience in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and addiction disorders. She has over 14 years of experience in the mental health field.
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Ana Lopez Hopkins
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
Her expertise includes OCD, panic disorder, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD management.
Welcome! Ana Lopez Hopkins is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. She is accepting new patients via telehealth or in person at Mind Bloom La Jolla. She holds a Master's degree from Walden University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Arizona. Since 2017, she has gained extensive experience working in the hospital setting, where she has honed in on skills in managing a wide range of mental health conditions.
Her expertise includes OCD, panic disorder, anxiety, mood disorders, and ADHD management.
Welcome! Ana Lopez Hopkins is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. She is accepting new patients via telehealth or in person at Mind Bloom La Jolla. She holds a Master's degree from Walden University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Arizona. Since 2017, she has gained extensive experience working in the hospital setting, where she has honed in on skills in managing a wide range of mental health conditions.
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Vincent David Feitosa
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Greetings to new patients! We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to individuals from all walks of life, with a special emphasis on those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder, dual diagnosis, ADHD, and LGBTQI+ concerns. As a seasoned Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certified, I bring a wealth of experience, particularly in working with the chronically mentally ill. In our welcoming and nonjudgmental environment, our focus is on providing more than just medication support; we aim to instill hope, relief, and quality of life. Discover a Path to Wellness with Us!
Greetings to new patients! We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to individuals from all walks of life, with a special emphasis on those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder, dual diagnosis, ADHD, and LGBTQI+ concerns. As a seasoned Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certified, I bring a wealth of experience, particularly in working with the chronically mentally ill. In our welcoming and nonjudgmental environment, our focus is on providing more than just medication support; we aim to instill hope, relief, and quality of life. Discover a Path to Wellness with Us!
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My expertise is providing cutting-edge treatment alternatives to conventional approaches. If conventional treatments such a psychotherapy or medications have failed to fully address your depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, etc, our team at Kadima Neuropsychiatry Institute can provide highly advanced alternatives to help you break free from these debilitating conditions. I was the first provider to introduce FDA-approved Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) in San Diego (2009) and the first to provide ketamine therapy (2008). I have more cumulative experience in utilizing these two innovative techniques than any other provider.
My expertise is providing cutting-edge treatment alternatives to conventional approaches. If conventional treatments such a psychotherapy or medications have failed to fully address your depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, etc, our team at Kadima Neuropsychiatry Institute can provide highly advanced alternatives to help you break free from these debilitating conditions. I was the first provider to introduce FDA-approved Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) in San Diego (2009) and the first to provide ketamine therapy (2008). I have more cumulative experience in utilizing these two innovative techniques than any other provider.
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I specialize in treating patients with medications, therapy or both. I have particular interest in Family therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (including Exposure Therapy), and Psychodynamic therapy. I commonly work with patients experiencing issues with mood, anxiety, stress, attention/concentration, school, work, family dynamics, or relationships. Originally from the midwest, I attended medical school at the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities. I completed my adult psychiatry residency training at the University of Chicago-Medicine and my child and adolescent psychiatry training at UCLA.
I specialize in treating patients with medications, therapy or both. I have particular interest in Family therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (including Exposure Therapy), and Psychodynamic therapy. I commonly work with patients experiencing issues with mood, anxiety, stress, attention/concentration, school, work, family dynamics, or relationships. Originally from the midwest, I attended medical school at the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities. I completed my adult psychiatry residency training at the University of Chicago-Medicine and my child and adolescent psychiatry training at UCLA.
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Hills Neuroscience Integrative Psychology
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
Are you grappling with life's challenges, obsessive thinking, feeling sad, fearful, worried, or distracted? If these struggles affect your work, relationships, and overall well-being, I'm here to guide you toward a comprehensive healing journey. We'll collaborate to develop a personalized plan that draws on the power of various therapeutic approaches. I specialize in utilizing TMS to harness advanced technology to influence brain activity, promoting balance and relief from challenging symptoms and enhancing performance.
Are you grappling with life's challenges, obsessive thinking, feeling sad, fearful, worried, or distracted? If these struggles affect your work, relationships, and overall well-being, I'm here to guide you toward a comprehensive healing journey. We'll collaborate to develop a personalized plan that draws on the power of various therapeutic approaches. I specialize in utilizing TMS to harness advanced technology to influence brain activity, promoting balance and relief from challenging symptoms and enhancing performance.
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Thank you for your interest in my practice. I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist practicing at the CalPsychiatry San Diego La Jolla office. I am passionate about treating patients holistically with a variety of psychiatric disorders including mood and anxiety disorders, women’s reproductive mental health, sleep disorders, OCD and ADHD. I value a personalized yet integrative approach to patient care and wellness, including both behavioral and pharmacologic based treatments. I obtained my MD from UC Irvine, PhD in Neurogenetics from University College London and completed my Psychiatry residency training at UC San Diego.
Thank you for your interest in my practice. I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist practicing at the CalPsychiatry San Diego La Jolla office. I am passionate about treating patients holistically with a variety of psychiatric disorders including mood and anxiety disorders, women’s reproductive mental health, sleep disorders, OCD and ADHD. I value a personalized yet integrative approach to patient care and wellness, including both behavioral and pharmacologic based treatments. I obtained my MD from UC Irvine, PhD in Neurogenetics from University College London and completed my Psychiatry residency training at UC San Diego.
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Hani Michael Atallah - Wholistic Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I am an integrative and holistic psychiatrist specializing in anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, and bipolar disorder. I help high-functioning adults and athletes struggling with burnout, perfectionism, and the overwhelming demands of their professional and personal lives. Collaborating closely, I address stubborn patterns, enhance work performance, and foster healthier relationships, all while eliminating toxicity. I also have a special interest in helping individuals struggling with addiction and eating disorders, and I offer culturally competent care to immigrants facing identity issues and who feel stuck in a survival mindset.
I am an integrative and holistic psychiatrist specializing in anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, and bipolar disorder. I help high-functioning adults and athletes struggling with burnout, perfectionism, and the overwhelming demands of their professional and personal lives. Collaborating closely, I address stubborn patterns, enhance work performance, and foster healthier relationships, all while eliminating toxicity. I also have a special interest in helping individuals struggling with addiction and eating disorders, and I offer culturally competent care to immigrants facing identity issues and who feel stuck in a survival mindset.
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specializes in treating cognitive issues related to ADHD, Anxiety, Brain Fog, Depression, OCD, and PTSD.
Dr. Dave Auluck, M.D. is a 3rd generation physician, 2nd generation psychiatrist, and physician educator. He is passionate about improving the mental health treatment experience. His mission is to ensure personalized, industry-leading, preeminent care is accessible and affordable. He has worked with thousands of patients over the years and overseen program development for tens of thousands of others. He truly understands there is no "one size fits all" approach.
specializes in treating cognitive issues related to ADHD, Anxiety, Brain Fog, Depression, OCD, and PTSD.
Dr. Dave Auluck, M.D. is a 3rd generation physician, 2nd generation psychiatrist, and physician educator. He is passionate about improving the mental health treatment experience. His mission is to ensure personalized, industry-leading, preeminent care is accessible and affordable. He has worked with thousands of patients over the years and overseen program development for tens of thousands of others. He truly understands there is no "one size fits all" approach.
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Dr. Kass believes that optimal psychiatric care begins by hearing a patient’s history and understanding his or her goals for entering treatment. There are no algorithms for mental health care; Dr. Kass believes treating mental illness and optimizing patient well-being depends on formulating patients individually and tailoring treatment to meet their unique goals and needs. Psychological distress, whether it be experienced as depression, anxiety, social withdrawal, insomnia, irritability, or emotional numbness, is often due to multiple environmental, social, and psychological factors.
Dr. Kass believes that optimal psychiatric care begins by hearing a patient’s history and understanding his or her goals for entering treatment. There are no algorithms for mental health care; Dr. Kass believes treating mental illness and optimizing patient well-being depends on formulating patients individually and tailoring treatment to meet their unique goals and needs. Psychological distress, whether it be experienced as depression, anxiety, social withdrawal, insomnia, irritability, or emotional numbness, is often due to multiple environmental, social, and psychological factors.
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Navigating life can feel overwhelming and frustrating without support for your mental health. Conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD can turn even routine tasks and activities into monumental challenges in the absence of an understanding and compassionate care team. Treatment that helps you overcome these challenges can empower you to learn more about yourself and build the knowledge and skills that form a foundation for holistic mental wellness.
Navigating life can feel overwhelming and frustrating without support for your mental health. Conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD can turn even routine tasks and activities into monumental challenges in the absence of an understanding and compassionate care team. Treatment that helps you overcome these challenges can empower you to learn more about yourself and build the knowledge and skills that form a foundation for holistic mental wellness.
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Savanna Olsson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Due to my inpatient and outpatient experience, I am well-versed in a range of mental health disorders including mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD and psychotic disorders.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I completed my BSN and MSN at Azusa Pacific University. As a RN, I worked at a psychiatric hospital and at a jail based competency treatment program for patients that were incompetent to stand trial due to a mental illness.
Due to my inpatient and outpatient experience, I am well-versed in a range of mental health disorders including mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD and psychotic disorders.
I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I completed my BSN and MSN at Azusa Pacific University. As a RN, I worked at a psychiatric hospital and at a jail based competency treatment program for patients that were incompetent to stand trial due to a mental illness.
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Pamela Schreurs
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Pam. Do you feel like you are not being heard or that nobody truly understands what you are going through? I am here to listen to your concerns and empower you to be an active participant in your path to mental wellness. My background primarily consists of treating child, adolescent, and young adult populations including LGBTQIA+ and autism spectrum disorders. I specialize in treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as well as mood and affective disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar I and II, post-traumatic stress disorder, post-partum depression, and others.
Hello, I'm Pam. Do you feel like you are not being heard or that nobody truly understands what you are going through? I am here to listen to your concerns and empower you to be an active participant in your path to mental wellness. My background primarily consists of treating child, adolescent, and young adult populations including LGBTQIA+ and autism spectrum disorders. I specialize in treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as well as mood and affective disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar I and II, post-traumatic stress disorder, post-partum depression, and others.
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Marlene Millan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Hello - my name is Marlene! I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner here to help you with many mental health concerns you may be dealing with such as depression, grief, anxiety, lack of focus and many other psychiatric conditions.
Hello - my name is Marlene! I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner here to help you with many mental health concerns you may be dealing with such as depression, grief, anxiety, lack of focus and many other psychiatric conditions.
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I am a board-certified psychiatrist committed to providing compassionate mental health care. I have extensive experience working with young and older adult populations, treating mood disorders and behavioral problems. Common conditions I work with include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
I am a board-certified psychiatrist committed to providing compassionate mental health care. I have extensive experience working with young and older adult populations, treating mood disorders and behavioral problems. Common conditions I work with include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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Obidi Obienu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I work with all kinds of people; nonetheless, my interest now is on adults who are suffering from various types of behavioral and mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, Insomnia, PTSD, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia.
Hello, my name is Obidi. If you think you or your loved ones need help with any mental health issues and would like to talk about it, I am here for you. Your choice of a clinician is a very important decision; however, a well-suited one is necessary to make productive progress. As an experienced clinician, my mission is not only to help individuals resolve the issues that they bring to me but also to assist with bringing greater satisfaction into their lives.
I work with all kinds of people; nonetheless, my interest now is on adults who are suffering from various types of behavioral and mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, Insomnia, PTSD, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia.
Hello, my name is Obidi. If you think you or your loved ones need help with any mental health issues and would like to talk about it, I am here for you. Your choice of a clinician is a very important decision; however, a well-suited one is necessary to make productive progress. As an experienced clinician, my mission is not only to help individuals resolve the issues that they bring to me but also to assist with bringing greater satisfaction into their lives.
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Joseph Modestus
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, APRN, MBA
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
My ideal client faces a range of mental health challenges, seeking support to manage anxiety, depression, or other conditions. They need compassionate, personalized care to navigate their journey. Their goals are to achieve emotional stability, improve daily functioning, and enhance overall well-being. They want a provider who listens, understands, and collaborates with them to create an effective treatment plan. My passion for people and their stories, coupled with my dedication to mental health advocacy, drives me to help clients debunk misconceptions and achieve their goals.
My ideal client faces a range of mental health challenges, seeking support to manage anxiety, depression, or other conditions. They need compassionate, personalized care to navigate their journey. Their goals are to achieve emotional stability, improve daily functioning, and enhance overall well-being. They want a provider who listens, understands, and collaborates with them to create an effective treatment plan. My passion for people and their stories, coupled with my dedication to mental health advocacy, drives me to help clients debunk misconceptions and achieve their goals.
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Jordan Blaine
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92038 (Online Only)
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Exclusively focused on mental health issues, Bonmente treats a myriad of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep disorders, postpartum depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and OCD.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
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I have been actively treating mental health conditions across the lifespan, seeing patients ages 8-70. I have 3 years of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and have over 17 years of experience working as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a variety of both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am fully licensed in both California and Nevada, treating patients in both States. I manage an array of mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorder, insomnia, OCD, PTSD, ODD, and ADHD, to name a few.
I have been actively treating mental health conditions across the lifespan, seeing patients ages 8-70. I have 3 years of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and have over 17 years of experience working as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a variety of both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am fully licensed in both California and Nevada, treating patients in both States. I manage an array of mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, bipolar disorder, insomnia, OCD, PTSD, ODD, and ADHD, to name a few.
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Chika Agulanna
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
Hello, I am Chika. I am a compassionate mental health provider that offer a safe and supportive environment for a patient's healing journey. I understand the complexities of mental health and the impact it can have on an individual's life. With a deep understanding of various mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma and more.
Hello, I am Chika. I am a compassionate mental health provider that offer a safe and supportive environment for a patient's healing journey. I understand the complexities of mental health and the impact it can have on an individual's life. With a deep understanding of various mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma and more.
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Anxiety Psychiatrists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.