Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Psychiatrists in Los Angeles, CA
![Photo of Je Deuk Ko, MD, PhD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/679432a0-4709-452a-bc81-a7e0ed97d14f/2/320x400.jpeg)
I take on the tradition of detailed discovery of your issues and turn it around to supporting you in how best to reach your emotional, relational, and cognitive potentials. I am versatile in, and offer, various treatment approaches such as DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy, as well as prescribing medications. I discuss the details of my Psycho-Bio-Social model integrated formulations before answering the scientific and functional rationales behind my recommendations. I believe the process of discovering your functional goal is the most important part of the process.
I take on the tradition of detailed discovery of your issues and turn it around to supporting you in how best to reach your emotional, relational, and cognitive potentials. I am versatile in, and offer, various treatment approaches such as DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psychodynamic therapy, as well as prescribing medications. I discuss the details of my Psycho-Bio-Social model integrated formulations before answering the scientific and functional rationales behind my recommendations. I believe the process of discovering your functional goal is the most important part of the process.
![Photo of Dr. Trung (Jack) Duong, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e4f9a61-611b-4870-936c-4bf3086d2ec5/1/320x400.jpeg)
This may include cognitive-behavioral techniques, DBT, and other evidence-based interventions.
Hi! I am Dr. Duong (pronounce yoo-ung), a board-certified psychiatrist with a passion for integrating traditional psychiatric practices with holistic and complementary therapies. My practice is rooted in the belief that mental health is a multifaceted journey that requires a comprehensive and personalized approach. My specialty is in mood and personality disorders, complex trauma, anxiety/ADHD, and Asian American/BIPOC & LGTBQ+ mental health. My goal is to empower your authentic self and optimize your mental health journey so that you can lead a more fulfilling life.
This may include cognitive-behavioral techniques, DBT, and other evidence-based interventions.
Hi! I am Dr. Duong (pronounce yoo-ung), a board-certified psychiatrist with a passion for integrating traditional psychiatric practices with holistic and complementary therapies. My practice is rooted in the belief that mental health is a multifaceted journey that requires a comprehensive and personalized approach. My specialty is in mood and personality disorders, complex trauma, anxiety/ADHD, and Asian American/BIPOC & LGTBQ+ mental health. My goal is to empower your authentic self and optimize your mental health journey so that you can lead a more fulfilling life.
![Photo of Meghan DiMaggio, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3635549b-4a7f-48f3-a0af-b669278d6586/1/320x400.jpeg)
Meghan DiMaggio
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
I am DBT-trained and have worked with clients on all care levels.
Are you looking for a prescriber who truly hears and sees YOU? I believe every client and their needs are unique, and I offer a holistic approach with your wellness goals always at the center of treatment.
I am DBT-trained and have worked with clients on all care levels.
Are you looking for a prescriber who truly hears and sees YOU? I believe every client and their needs are unique, and I offer a holistic approach with your wellness goals always at the center of treatment.
![Photo of James Rounds, MSN, PMHNP-, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2750e12b-c204-40d5-bbc0-b3fc4f2d71df/1/320x400.jpeg)
His approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and gender-affirmative medical readiness evaluations, ensuring comprehensive and personalized care.
James Rounds, PMHNP specializes in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma, with a particular focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community. His practice in California is rooted in a holistic approach, combining empathetic and tailored care to address both symptoms and underlying causes. James creates a safe, affirming space for individuals, guiding them toward resilience, healing, and personal growth. James is passionate about addressing ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD/trauma. He utilizes individual therapy, medication management, and TMS to support his patients' diverse needs.
His approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and gender-affirmative medical readiness evaluations, ensuring comprehensive and personalized care.
James Rounds, PMHNP specializes in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma, with a particular focus on serving the LGBTQIA+ community. His practice in California is rooted in a holistic approach, combining empathetic and tailored care to address both symptoms and underlying causes. James creates a safe, affirming space for individuals, guiding them toward resilience, healing, and personal growth. James is passionate about addressing ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD/trauma. He utilizes individual therapy, medication management, and TMS to support his patients' diverse needs.
![Photo of Dr. Steven Siragusa, DO, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cb4a02aa-22ce-459b-934e-555684e71b01/1/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry with a focus on cutting-edge, evidenced-based mental healthcare. I am experienced in the diagnosis and treatment depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, bipolar, psychosis, substance use, and PTSD. As a child and adolescent psychiatrist, I employ a neurodevelopmental, family-centered treatment approach with shared decision-making and collaboration of care. I employ a variety of psychotherapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, cognitive, and dialectical behavioral therapies which are specifically tailored to each patient's needs and therapeutic goals.
I specialize in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry with a focus on cutting-edge, evidenced-based mental healthcare. I am experienced in the diagnosis and treatment depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, bipolar, psychosis, substance use, and PTSD. As a child and adolescent psychiatrist, I employ a neurodevelopmental, family-centered treatment approach with shared decision-making and collaboration of care. I employ a variety of psychotherapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, cognitive, and dialectical behavioral therapies which are specifically tailored to each patient's needs and therapeutic goals.
![Photo of Gregory Sayer, MD, DFAACAP, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bfe252c2-af6f-4a94-a8a3-4cb295ccb700/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sayer is experienced in cognitive behavioral (CBT), interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic, dialectical behavioral ( DBT), and parent management training for children with behavioral or anxiety symptoms.
Does not take health insurance- -Dr. Sayer is a board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in medication management and psychotherapy. All appointments are currently virtual. He is licensed in New York and California. He founded the group private practice, Ficus Psych. In private practice, he sees children, teens, and adults. Dr. Sayer understands that the best outcomes happen when patients and doctors work as a team. It is his mission to use his expertise, in combination with the unique characteristics of each patient, to empower patients to make meaningful progress in their lives.
Sayer is experienced in cognitive behavioral (CBT), interpersonal therapy, psychodynamic, dialectical behavioral ( DBT), and parent management training for children with behavioral or anxiety symptoms.
Does not take health insurance- -Dr. Sayer is a board certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist who specializes in medication management and psychotherapy. All appointments are currently virtual. He is licensed in New York and California. He founded the group private practice, Ficus Psych. In private practice, he sees children, teens, and adults. Dr. Sayer understands that the best outcomes happen when patients and doctors work as a team. It is his mission to use his expertise, in combination with the unique characteristics of each patient, to empower patients to make meaningful progress in their lives.
![Photo of Eryn Patchett - Charlie Health, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fd89999d-012d-4b58-87f8-63797c99f765/1/320x400.jpeg)
We specialize in CBT, DBT skills, and CFT.
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-ca
We specialize in CBT, DBT skills, and CFT.
Charlie Health is a leading provider of virtual mental health treatment for people in need of more than once-weekly therapy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, or any ongoing mental health issue, Charlie Health’s Clinical Team is ready to help you start your healing journey today. You don’t have to struggle alone – we’re here for you. To get started today, reach out at t.ly/ch-ca
![Photo of Sam Oeur, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7fa441e9-179d-4a09-9c29-6c0cf2c3863a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sam Oeur
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90001 (Online Only)
As the Founder/President of SSO Nursing, I am CBT & DBT trained and specialize in care for children/teens, the LGBTQ+ community, the Southeast Asian community, the Military/Veteran community, the neurodivergent community, and severe mental illness.
I am a Masters’ prepared Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing culturally informed mental health care in populations across the lifespan including children, teens, and adults with complex acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. Our practice, SSO Nursing, offers evidence-based, ethical, and transparent decision-making by being a partner in addressing mental health care in the outpatient telehealth setting.
As the Founder/President of SSO Nursing, I am CBT & DBT trained and specialize in care for children/teens, the LGBTQ+ community, the Southeast Asian community, the Military/Veteran community, the neurodivergent community, and severe mental illness.
I am a Masters’ prepared Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing culturally informed mental health care in populations across the lifespan including children, teens, and adults with complex acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. Our practice, SSO Nursing, offers evidence-based, ethical, and transparent decision-making by being a partner in addressing mental health care in the outpatient telehealth setting.
![Photo of Markus Ploesser - Open Mind Health, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/87d8d624-f0a7-4ab4-a7ce-34db3ab1c103/2/320x400.jpeg)
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. We at Open Mind Health offer 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. We at Open Mind Health offer 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.
![Photo of Stephanie Stewart, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ef61c625-df9c-499f-9c4b-3eb0568da96f/1/320x400.jpeg)
My ideal client is someone who might be feeling overwhelmed by their responsibilities, struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression. They could be facing challenges in maintaining work-life balance, experiencing burnout, or dealing with interpersonal issues within their work or personal relationships. Their needs revolve around finding a way to manage these pressures effectively while optimizing their cognitive and emotional well-being. They seek to regain control over their mental health, achieve balance in their lives, and enhance their overall quality of life.
My ideal client is someone who might be feeling overwhelmed by their responsibilities, struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression. They could be facing challenges in maintaining work-life balance, experiencing burnout, or dealing with interpersonal issues within their work or personal relationships. Their needs revolve around finding a way to manage these pressures effectively while optimizing their cognitive and emotional well-being. They seek to regain control over their mental health, achieve balance in their lives, and enhance their overall quality of life.
![Photo of Neevon Esmaili MD, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b82a860-5cc4-4c87-99a7-3f4266349d4a/2/320x400.jpeg)
I enjoy the process of providing care to my patients, and entered the medical field with the intent to become a psychiatrist from the beginning. I have a passion for clinical care and dedication to providing the highest quality of service. Bringing together my medical, psychotherapeutic, and psychiatric knowledge inspires me everyday. Providing a safe and therapeutic environment is my goal. I am dual board certified to work with children and adolescents and also with adults.
I enjoy the process of providing care to my patients, and entered the medical field with the intent to become a psychiatrist from the beginning. I have a passion for clinical care and dedication to providing the highest quality of service. Bringing together my medical, psychotherapeutic, and psychiatric knowledge inspires me everyday. Providing a safe and therapeutic environment is my goal. I am dual board certified to work with children and adolescents and also with adults.
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![Photo of Joshua Flatow, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/871b9759-00a1-4cf9-8d66-fa6d410ea8b4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, Spravato and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We are excited to offer Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) - a revolutionary 3-minute procedure with equal or better efficacy to standard 40+ minute TMS protocols. We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html
Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, Spravato and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We are excited to offer Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) - a revolutionary 3-minute procedure with equal or better efficacy to standard 40+ minute TMS protocols. We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html
![Photo of Sean Tai, DO, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2bedafdc-38a1-4613-aab9-1e8eb512f121/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Sean Tai’s approach towards mental health is holistic and integrative, with a focus on biological, psychological, and sociological contributors to psychiatric illness and wellness. He is especially interested in treating anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. He believes in individualized, collaborative treatment plans as well as the importance of psychotherapy to help with recovery.
Dr. Sean Tai’s approach towards mental health is holistic and integrative, with a focus on biological, psychological, and sociological contributors to psychiatric illness and wellness. He is especially interested in treating anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, ADHD, and PTSD. He believes in individualized, collaborative treatment plans as well as the importance of psychotherapy to help with recovery.
![Photo of Daniel Duel, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0585f914-8978-4c9c-b427-91b73e6f06fb/1/320x400.png)
I provide comprehensive and holistic treatment for those struggling with mood, anxiety, sleep, psychotic, OCD, ADHD, eating, and trauma based disorders. I have extensive experience with addiction/substance use disorders and geriatric psychiatric conditions as well. For substance use disorders, I provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options including naltrexone and suboxone/buprenorphine. For geriatric individuals, I provide memory evaluations, treat dementia along with related behavioral disturbances, and more. My therapeutic strategy always relies on using as few medications as possible at the lowest effective doses.
I provide comprehensive and holistic treatment for those struggling with mood, anxiety, sleep, psychotic, OCD, ADHD, eating, and trauma based disorders. I have extensive experience with addiction/substance use disorders and geriatric psychiatric conditions as well. For substance use disorders, I provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options including naltrexone and suboxone/buprenorphine. For geriatric individuals, I provide memory evaluations, treat dementia along with related behavioral disturbances, and more. My therapeutic strategy always relies on using as few medications as possible at the lowest effective doses.
![Photo of Amara Ezumah, RN, MSN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/66f6630c-fe49-45a6-a451-f9d6feacd3ca/1/320x400.jpeg)
Amara Ezumah
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, RN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90047 (Online Only)
Clients can expect to take away a deeper understanding of their emotional well-being, personalized treatment plans, and tools for sustainable wellness from sessions with Amara. Her expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and holistic care, along with her empathetic approach, empowers clients to address their mental health needs effectively. Amara strives to help clients achieve a better balance in mind, body, and soul.
Clients can expect to take away a deeper understanding of their emotional well-being, personalized treatment plans, and tools for sustainable wellness from sessions with Amara. Her expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and holistic care, along with her empathetic approach, empowers clients to address their mental health needs effectively. Amara strives to help clients achieve a better balance in mind, body, and soul.
![Photo of Julie M. Hall, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44bf1fc7-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Every thousand mile journey begins with one step. Regardless of what you are going through, I am committed to creating the possibility of complete health and well-being for you. Using my expertise as a double board certified adult, child, and adolescent psychiatrist, I am able to flexibly address issues of all ages. In addition, my combined training in both psychotherapy and medication management ensures an integrated approach of both understanding the dynamics of one's individual situation and combining appropriate medication management when necessary.
Every thousand mile journey begins with one step. Regardless of what you are going through, I am committed to creating the possibility of complete health and well-being for you. Using my expertise as a double board certified adult, child, and adolescent psychiatrist, I am able to flexibly address issues of all ages. In addition, my combined training in both psychotherapy and medication management ensures an integrated approach of both understanding the dynamics of one's individual situation and combining appropriate medication management when necessary.
![Photo of Dr. Anne Phan-Huy, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11ca513a-e515-4c08-a34b-a8df4680234d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
Dr. Phan-Huy's philosophy of care is all about you. Your beliefs, your experiences, your goals. By partnering with Dr. Phan-Huy, you will be empowered with the tools necessary to achieve fulfilment. That’s because – with Board certification in psychiatry and specialty training from the University of Michigan – Dr. Phan-Huy is a beacon of clarity in the complex world of mental health.
![Photo of Nicole Bellisario, DNP, PMHNPBC, CNL, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11b483d6-5cc2-4d66-98c8-fcfab74b5f39/1/320x400.jpeg)
Nicole Bellisario
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, CNL
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in psychiatric nursing working with diverse patient populations in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. I have been a nurse for seven years and my absolute favorite part of my job has always been a genuine, therapeutic relationship with my clients. I provide both medication management and eclectic psychotherapy in caring for the mental health of women, men, adolescents, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, healthcare workers, first responders, and trauma survivors. My current focus is clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and ADHD.
I have extensive experience in psychiatric nursing working with diverse patient populations in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. I have been a nurse for seven years and my absolute favorite part of my job has always been a genuine, therapeutic relationship with my clients. I provide both medication management and eclectic psychotherapy in caring for the mental health of women, men, adolescents, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, healthcare workers, first responders, and trauma survivors. My current focus is clients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and ADHD.
![Photo of Isabella Morton, MD, MPH, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0f5d21c9-ef61-4d0b-8562-0ca761893521/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a psychiatrist specializing in general adult and addiction psychiatry. I have worked with patients from diverse backgrounds in various settings including inpatient units, emergency rooms, residential treatment programs, county jails, diversion programs and street psychiatry. I am board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
I am a psychiatrist specializing in general adult and addiction psychiatry. I have worked with patients from diverse backgrounds in various settings including inpatient units, emergency rooms, residential treatment programs, county jails, diversion programs and street psychiatry. I am board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
![Photo of Minoo Mahmoudi, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5b6c29ec-e860-4f1a-a005-b361a8c0757c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Mahmoudi spends good amount of time to do a thorough psychiatric evaluation and get to know her patients. She helps patients understand their symptoms and challenges with developing an individualized biopsychosocial formulation. She shares her finding and educate patients about possible diagnosis. She develops an individualized management plan that may include medications, therapy or combination of both. She makes sure to collaborate with patient's therapist if the patient already sees a therapist. She sees a big value in communicating with allied health professionals and other medical doctors involve in a patient's care.
Dr. Mahmoudi spends good amount of time to do a thorough psychiatric evaluation and get to know her patients. She helps patients understand their symptoms and challenges with developing an individualized biopsychosocial formulation. She shares her finding and educate patients about possible diagnosis. She develops an individualized management plan that may include medications, therapy or combination of both. She makes sure to collaborate with patient's therapist if the patient already sees a therapist. She sees a big value in communicating with allied health professionals and other medical doctors involve in a patient's care.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Psychiatrists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.