In Person Psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA
![Photo of Wendy Alva, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5d08a0b2-69a1-4262-bb4f-4488345a26be/1/320x400.jpeg)
Wendy Alva is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California who has been practicing since 2000. She graduated as a Masters Pediatric Nurse Practitioner from the University of San Diego and a Post-Masters Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Cincinnati. Wendy values partnering with patients to help find the best options to fit one's individual needs to facilitate healing. She believes in an integrative and holistic approach to care. Wendy has a special interest and training in treating children with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Wendy Alva is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in California who has been practicing since 2000. She graduated as a Masters Pediatric Nurse Practitioner from the University of San Diego and a Post-Masters Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Cincinnati. Wendy values partnering with patients to help find the best options to fit one's individual needs to facilitate healing. She believes in an integrative and holistic approach to care. Wendy has a special interest and training in treating children with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
![Photo of Keynan Hobbs - Listening Post Mental Health, MSN, RN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/36052e76-0be7-48c1-8199-caf7fd6d785d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Listening Post Mental Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, RN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
La Mesa, CA 91942
The most powerful resources for improving mental health are the ones that you might not know you already possess. Finding those inner resources is sometimes best achieved with the help of a fellow human being who knows how to relate in ways that facilitate self discovery. Relationship is the foundation of psychiatry, and then specific evidence-based medication or psychotherapy approaches can be applied toward particular goals.
The most powerful resources for improving mental health are the ones that you might not know you already possess. Finding those inner resources is sometimes best achieved with the help of a fellow human being who knows how to relate in ways that facilitate self discovery. Relationship is the foundation of psychiatry, and then specific evidence-based medication or psychotherapy approaches can be applied toward particular goals.
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Dr. Nita Paintal is an adult and geriatric psychiatrist.
Dr. Nita Paintal is an adult and geriatric psychiatrist.
![Photo of Avis Hershfield, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-C, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/df4f4d2b-3b24-4978-9357-87d7ab7ee394/1/320x400.jpeg)
Avis Hershfield
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
La Mesa, CA 91942
Avis is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Avis is a therapist for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Dr. Woody Zeidman focuses on diagnosing and treating adolescents and adults with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and sleep issues.
Dr. Woody Zeidman focuses on diagnosing and treating adolescents and adults with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and sleep issues.
![Photo of Lindsey Hughes, NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0e018cd0-1059-4e6d-b5b0-b7d1c01e4362/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and I have been in the healthcare field for 10 years. I have experience working in a variety of settings including inpatient, acute care psychiatric rehab, and residential treatment facilities. I use a comprehensive method of caring for patients and realize therapeutic medications work in combination with psychotherapy. I take a non-judgmental and compassionate approach and believe patients should be partners in their care and have choices.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and I have been in the healthcare field for 10 years. I have experience working in a variety of settings including inpatient, acute care psychiatric rehab, and residential treatment facilities. I use a comprehensive method of caring for patients and realize therapeutic medications work in combination with psychotherapy. I take a non-judgmental and compassionate approach and believe patients should be partners in their care and have choices.
![Photo of Tracy Dawes, DrPH, PMHNP, FNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b3765c7f-5508-4225-a942-54a64872d1ec/1/320x400.png)
Hi there, congratulations on your first step to wellness. You may be here seeking help for anxiety, depression, alcohol disorders, family issues, or other conditions that require therapy and/or medications. Appropriate mental health care is your right and I aim to deliver it utilizing a person-centered care model. Whether this means initiating medications to manage your mental health or initiating therapy, I can assist you in making the best choice for you.
Hi there, congratulations on your first step to wellness. You may be here seeking help for anxiety, depression, alcohol disorders, family issues, or other conditions that require therapy and/or medications. Appropriate mental health care is your right and I aim to deliver it utilizing a person-centered care model. Whether this means initiating medications to manage your mental health or initiating therapy, I can assist you in making the best choice for you.
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![Photo of Joecoline Nwachukwu, NP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a9836b24-6276-4db3-bc87-fb22ebd065f2/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there, I'm Joecolin. Are you overwhelmed with emotional and mental health issues?
Hi there, I'm Joecolin. Are you overwhelmed with emotional and mental health issues?
![Photo of Bryan Amaro, DNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9336c514-4a75-4b92-9880-fc6f22c40cd1/2/320x400.jpeg)
Bryan Amaro
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
I want my patients to know that their concerns are my priority. I care deeply about mental health and take very seriously the trust my patients have in me. You can count on me to be present, focused, and solution oriented during our visits. It's important to me that my patients know I'm a regular person-just like them, and my goal is to use the skills I've learned through my experience in treating mental health conditions.
I want my patients to know that their concerns are my priority. I care deeply about mental health and take very seriously the trust my patients have in me. You can count on me to be present, focused, and solution oriented during our visits. It's important to me that my patients know I'm a regular person-just like them, and my goal is to use the skills I've learned through my experience in treating mental health conditions.
![Photo of Joy Melhado, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/77826b16-1192-4c38-93d3-5a6c1620c6ff/3/320x400.jpeg)
During our first visit I want to get to know you, to assist you on a journey to achieve optimal wellness. I will be an attentive listener, provide an empathic therapeutic approach by partnering with you to achieve your ultimate lifetime goals. I am a strong advocate for mental health and will assist you to navigate the healthcare system that can be confusing at times.
During our first visit I want to get to know you, to assist you on a journey to achieve optimal wellness. I will be an attentive listener, provide an empathic therapeutic approach by partnering with you to achieve your ultimate lifetime goals. I am a strong advocate for mental health and will assist you to navigate the healthcare system that can be confusing at times.
![Photo of Dr. Michael McManus, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a9eab5b-18b7-4299-892a-756c6943f90e/2/320x400.png)
Dr. Michael McManus helps children and adolescents with autism, co-occurring disorders, and developmental disabilities.
Dr. Michael McManus helps children and adolescents with autism, co-occurring disorders, and developmental disabilities.
![Photo of Ryan Tucker, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1f588533-d965-4cc8-b677-69d10509d353/2/320x400.png)
Ryan helps patients with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and depression. He has a holistic approach to treatment and collaborates with patients to create treatment plans.
Ryan helps patients with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and depression. He has a holistic approach to treatment and collaborates with patients to create treatment plans.
![Photo of Elena Estrada, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ac30b86b-3ae6-4a7c-b902-10214449c634/1/320x400.png)
Dr. Elena Estrada is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist seeing patients up to age 18 who are the dependents of active duty or retired military parents. Multiple child psychiatry providers are open to new patients at our clinic located at Naval Medical Center San Diego.
Dr. Elena Estrada is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist seeing patients up to age 18 who are the dependents of active duty or retired military parents. Multiple child psychiatry providers are open to new patients at our clinic located at Naval Medical Center San Diego.
![Photo of Rachel Dinkler, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1013f856-ac0d-46de-bb2d-0c1e89c60fc0/1/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in helping individuals facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I provide a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I offer compassionate guidance and practical strategies to help clients cope effectively and thrive. My goal is to improve mental well-being, gain deeper insight into personal patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and enhance one's overall quality of life. Together, we will address the root causes of distress, fostering a deeper understanding of oneself in a supportive and empowering environment.
I specialize in helping individuals facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. I provide a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I offer compassionate guidance and practical strategies to help clients cope effectively and thrive. My goal is to improve mental well-being, gain deeper insight into personal patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and enhance one's overall quality of life. Together, we will address the root causes of distress, fostering a deeper understanding of oneself in a supportive and empowering environment.
![Photo of Eve Poteet, RN, DNP, PMHNP, APHN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46f54f36-c840-4a6d-aa5e-3dc0f7174b13/1/320x400.jpeg)
Eve Poteet
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, DNP, PMHNP, APHN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Hi, I’m Eve Poteet. I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, a retired Naval Officer, and a staunch advocate of neurodiversity. I’ve become this, as a provider to hundreds of patients over the years, a mother to a child with special needs, and have treated and experienced military traumas. I KNOW what it is to be on the other side of the provider’s desk. I KNOW what it is to struggle to try to achieve the best life possible. I respect your life's path and will work diligently to help you achieve your goals. I am here to tell you in-spit and despite everything you can actualize your best life!
Hi, I’m Eve Poteet. I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, a retired Naval Officer, and a staunch advocate of neurodiversity. I’ve become this, as a provider to hundreds of patients over the years, a mother to a child with special needs, and have treated and experienced military traumas. I KNOW what it is to be on the other side of the provider’s desk. I KNOW what it is to struggle to try to achieve the best life possible. I respect your life's path and will work diligently to help you achieve your goals. I am here to tell you in-spit and despite everything you can actualize your best life!
![Photo of Caleb Bragg, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35708ebb-53e7-494d-9537-0a9dfcb6c212/1/320x400.png)
Dr. Bragg is board certified in Adult Psychiatry. He completed his residency and training at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. While at Rush, he served as chief resident, and was actively involved in teaching medical students and residents. His clinical experience encompasses treatment for a variety of psychiatric disorders including mood disorders, treatment-resistant depression, anxiety disorders and schizophrenia.
Dr. Bragg is board certified in Adult Psychiatry. He completed his residency and training at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. While at Rush, he served as chief resident, and was actively involved in teaching medical students and residents. His clinical experience encompasses treatment for a variety of psychiatric disorders including mood disorders, treatment-resistant depression, anxiety disorders and schizophrenia.
![Photo of Lena Allos, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb68493f-a14a-4934-84de-c50233536be3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lena Allos
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92134
Waitlist for new clients
Lena is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She has experience treating children, adolescents, and adults with psychiatric disorders including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, Sleeping Disorders, and Substance Abuse. She is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and specializes in LGBTQ+ mental health care. She also specializes in IV therapy including Ketamine infusions, vitamins, and NAD+ infusions. Ketamine is used for the treatment of depression. As an additional option for specialty care, we are proud to offer Concierge services.
Lena is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She has experience treating children, adolescents, and adults with psychiatric disorders including Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, OCD, PTSD, Sleeping Disorders, and Substance Abuse. She is a passionate advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and specializes in LGBTQ+ mental health care. She also specializes in IV therapy including Ketamine infusions, vitamins, and NAD+ infusions. Ketamine is used for the treatment of depression. As an additional option for specialty care, we are proud to offer Concierge services.
![Photo of Deomel Soriano, PMHNP-C, MSN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4ef02097-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Deomel is a licensed and board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in San Diego, CA. He has worked as a Mental Health Associate, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse and now as a Nurse Practitioner. Having witnessed and experienced healthcare at different levels, Deomel is further motivated to treat individuals. He truly believes that each patient is unique and has different needs; therefore, the services they receive should be tailored to each individual. With proper treatment, people suffering from mental illness can live a normal life.
Deomel is a licensed and board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in San Diego, CA. He has worked as a Mental Health Associate, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse and now as a Nurse Practitioner. Having witnessed and experienced healthcare at different levels, Deomel is further motivated to treat individuals. He truly believes that each patient is unique and has different needs; therefore, the services they receive should be tailored to each individual. With proper treatment, people suffering from mental illness can live a normal life.
![Photo of Claudio Demb, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/58d8755b-3d7d-4693-9693-2df852a630ae/1/320x400.jpeg)
Claudio Demb is a boardcertified psychiatrist with vast expertise in the field of mental health. Claudio was born in Bahia Blanca, Argentina, amidst the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and open lands. He attended medical school at the National University of La Plata, Argentina. Claudio subsequently pursued a rotating internship at the Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Aviv University in Israel, before relocating to the United States to complete his psychiatry residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.
Claudio Demb is a boardcertified psychiatrist with vast expertise in the field of mental health. Claudio was born in Bahia Blanca, Argentina, amidst the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and open lands. He attended medical school at the National University of La Plata, Argentina. Claudio subsequently pursued a rotating internship at the Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Tel Aviv University in Israel, before relocating to the United States to complete his psychiatry residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.