Dual Diagnosis Psychiatrists in Oakland, CA

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Gene Vasconez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Genesis (Gene) Vasconez and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 6 years of clinical experience in the field. I specialize in psychotic disorders, dual diagnosis, and substance use. My approach follows a trauma-informed model; placing safety, communication, and healing at every step of the way. At the core of my care is cultural humility, acceptance, safety, and compassion. I approach each session with an aim to foster trust by listening to clients and ensuring they have a choice and voice.
Hi, I'm Genesis (Gene) Vasconez and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 6 years of clinical experience in the field. I specialize in psychotic disorders, dual diagnosis, and substance use. My approach follows a trauma-informed model; placing safety, communication, and healing at every step of the way. At the core of my care is cultural humility, acceptance, safety, and compassion. I approach each session with an aim to foster trust by listening to clients and ensuring they have a choice and voice.
(424) 424-8911 View (424) 424-8911
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Taylor Chaffin
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I am deeply passionate about mental health and dedicated to supporting patients across all life stages. My commitment is driven by a love for serving others and a desire to offer compassionate care and unwavering support. My goal is to make a lasting impact by fostering resilience, wellness, and empowerment in individuals facing mental health challenges. Through evidence-based practices and personalized care, I aim to inspire hope, aid recovery, and help reduce the stigma around mental illness in the communities I serve.
As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I am deeply passionate about mental health and dedicated to supporting patients across all life stages. My commitment is driven by a love for serving others and a desire to offer compassionate care and unwavering support. My goal is to make a lasting impact by fostering resilience, wellness, and empowerment in individuals facing mental health challenges. Through evidence-based practices and personalized care, I aim to inspire hope, aid recovery, and help reduce the stigma around mental illness in the communities I serve.
(510) 949-4055 View (510) 949-4055
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Pavel Ksendz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94607  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specialized in treating mood, anxiety, cognitive, trauma-related, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. I am a strong proponent of the philosophy that health is multifactorial, made up of physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual facets. I value taking a collaborative approach with clients to create a thorough, individualized treatment plan that best meets their specific needs and goals. I have a long-held passion for mental healthcare and have worked with individuals of all ages in a variety of settings within psychiatry.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specialized in treating mood, anxiety, cognitive, trauma-related, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. I am a strong proponent of the philosophy that health is multifactorial, made up of physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual facets. I value taking a collaborative approach with clients to create a thorough, individualized treatment plan that best meets their specific needs and goals. I have a long-held passion for mental healthcare and have worked with individuals of all ages in a variety of settings within psychiatry.
(415) 888-9601 View (415) 888-9601
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Brittney Cavaco
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
My personal and professional commitment stems from a deep empathy for those facing mental health challenges. I strive to make a significant difference in each individual's life through compassionate, patient-centered care. By fostering genuine connections and creating a unique evidence-based treatment plan, I aim to empower individuals in their recovery journeys and enhance their overall well-being. I integrate approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care into personalized treatment plans.
My personal and professional commitment stems from a deep empathy for those facing mental health challenges. I strive to make a significant difference in each individual's life through compassionate, patient-centered care. By fostering genuine connections and creating a unique evidence-based treatment plan, I aim to empower individuals in their recovery journeys and enhance their overall well-being. I integrate approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care into personalized treatment plans.
(510) 913-9248 View (510) 913-9248
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Stacia Mills
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94609  (Online Only)
I help individuals with medical illnesses, women's health issues, and those who are pregnant or family planning navigate their psychiatric conditions. Everyone is welcome, especially those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
I help individuals with medical illnesses, women's health issues, and those who are pregnant or family planning navigate their psychiatric conditions. Everyone is welcome, especially those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.
(510) 399-2281 View (510) 399-2281
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Jennifer Elle Roberts
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94618
We are each on our own unique journey. Let me help you work through challenges to discover your best self, and move forward from current roadblocks.
We are each on our own unique journey. Let me help you work through challenges to discover your best self, and move forward from current roadblocks.
(628) 230-2790 View (628) 230-2790
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Eric Nghe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94619  (Online Only)
Eric is a doctorally prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner. He received his PMHNP Certificate in Nursing from California State University, Los Angeles. Eric has gained a well-rounded knowledge in outpatient, inpatient, and crisis stabilization for mental health. He offers evidence-based care while maintaining a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment for his clients.
Eric is a doctorally prepared psychiatric nurse practitioner. He received his PMHNP Certificate in Nursing from California State University, Los Angeles. Eric has gained a well-rounded knowledge in outpatient, inpatient, and crisis stabilization for mental health. He offers evidence-based care while maintaining a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment for his clients.
(510) 592-5979 View (510) 592-5979
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Rita Goode
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping individuals with mental illness because I believe that everyone deserves the support and care they need to lead a fulfilling life. Mental illness is a significant issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and unfortunately, many individuals struggle to access the appropriate resources and support. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those who are struggling with mental health challenges. I also have a responsibility to advocate for my patients and ensure they have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
I am passionate about helping individuals with mental illness because I believe that everyone deserves the support and care they need to lead a fulfilling life. Mental illness is a significant issue that affects millions of people worldwide, and unfortunately, many individuals struggle to access the appropriate resources and support. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those who are struggling with mental health challenges. I also have a responsibility to advocate for my patients and ensure they have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
(510) 359-4927 View (510) 359-4927
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Khadija Hamisi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94605
Khadija Hamisi, DNP, PMHNP-BC, takes a unique and progressive approach to mental health illnesses. Treatment is personalized, based on evidence research, and encompasses on a myriad of treatment modalities. The influence of three factors: one's past and upbringing, current life situations, and one's genetic makeup, affecting mental illness Being trained and current with the best evidence based medication treatment strategy, he places a strong emphasis on psychosocial, and psychodynamic factors as the foundation of his treatment. Many psychiatric conditions have an underlying biological and genetic component of treatment.
Khadija Hamisi, DNP, PMHNP-BC, takes a unique and progressive approach to mental health illnesses. Treatment is personalized, based on evidence research, and encompasses on a myriad of treatment modalities. The influence of three factors: one's past and upbringing, current life situations, and one's genetic makeup, affecting mental illness Being trained and current with the best evidence based medication treatment strategy, he places a strong emphasis on psychosocial, and psychodynamic factors as the foundation of his treatment. Many psychiatric conditions have an underlying biological and genetic component of treatment.
(341) 999-4148 View (341) 999-4148
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Catvy Nguyen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94612
Catvy Nguyen takes a unique and progressive approach to mental health illnesses. Treatment is personalized, based on evidence research, and encompasses on a myriad of treatment modalities. Kathy believes in the influence of three factors: one's past and upbringing, current life situations, and one's genetic makeup, affecting mental illness.
Catvy Nguyen takes a unique and progressive approach to mental health illnesses. Treatment is personalized, based on evidence research, and encompasses on a myriad of treatment modalities. Kathy believes in the influence of three factors: one's past and upbringing, current life situations, and one's genetic makeup, affecting mental illness.
(341) 895-5174 View (341) 895-5174
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Nicholas Reeves, MD | Mindful Health Solutions
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94609
As a psychiatrist, I specialize in managing a range of mental health conditions, from mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder to treatment-resistant depression and various anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, and panic disorder. I also have experience treating psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, as well as substance use disorders and addictions. My ultimate goal is to do more than just help my patients achieve remission. I aim to reduce their suffering and elevate their sense of peace so they can truly thrive and flourish in their lives.
As a psychiatrist, I specialize in managing a range of mental health conditions, from mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder to treatment-resistant depression and various anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, and panic disorder. I also have experience treating psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, as well as substance use disorders and addictions. My ultimate goal is to do more than just help my patients achieve remission. I aim to reduce their suffering and elevate their sense of peace so they can truly thrive and flourish in their lives.
(510) 640-8625 View (510) 640-8625
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Chris Nester
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
Thanks for reviewing my profile. I am a healthcare professional with over a decade of clinical experience. I obtained my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Johns Hopkins and Rush Universities. I hold a doctorate in mental health nursing with board certification as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and psychotherapist. I specialize in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive therapy. I take a general harm reduction approach and may at times incorporate elements of Acceptance Commitment and Psychodynamic schools of therapy. I treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, panic disorder, OCD, and PTSD.
Thanks for reviewing my profile. I am a healthcare professional with over a decade of clinical experience. I obtained my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Johns Hopkins and Rush Universities. I hold a doctorate in mental health nursing with board certification as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and psychotherapist. I specialize in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive therapy. I take a general harm reduction approach and may at times incorporate elements of Acceptance Commitment and Psychodynamic schools of therapy. I treat ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, panic disorder, OCD, and PTSD.
(510) 999-8234 View (510) 999-8234
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Mariam Fazil
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94621  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Mariam Fazil, DNP, PMHNP,a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Are you or your loved ones struggling to balance mental and physical health? Are you suffering from anxiety? If this somewhat sounds familiar, I would like to help you in your healing journey. I provide in-person as well as telemedicine services so that you can conveniently be seen from your home for psychiatry appointments and medication management without the need to travel. My aim is to help you to thrive at your best.
Hello, I'm Mariam Fazil, DNP, PMHNP,a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Are you or your loved ones struggling to balance mental and physical health? Are you suffering from anxiety? If this somewhat sounds familiar, I would like to help you in your healing journey. I provide in-person as well as telemedicine services so that you can conveniently be seen from your home for psychiatry appointments and medication management without the need to travel. My aim is to help you to thrive at your best.
(341) 999-5529 View (341) 999-5529
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Orah Mahtov
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94611  (Online Only)
Orah Mahtov is a highly experienced, dual certified nurse practitioner specializing in psychiatry and psychotherapy in California. With years of experience in diverse medical settings, Orah discovered her passion for mental health and obtained a post-master’s certificate in psychiatry at California State University, Los Angeles.
Orah Mahtov is a highly experienced, dual certified nurse practitioner specializing in psychiatry and psychotherapy in California. With years of experience in diverse medical settings, Orah discovered her passion for mental health and obtained a post-master’s certificate in psychiatry at California State University, Los Angeles.
(510) 851-8881 View (510) 851-8881
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Halee Fullerton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94607  (Online Only)
My name is Halee Fullerton. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner that has worked in various settings. I specialize in medication management. I offer a personalized, holistic, evidence-based approach to the treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. My specific interests are treating depression, trauma/PTSD, anxiety, and addiction disorders in children/adolescents and young adults.
My name is Halee Fullerton. I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner that has worked in various settings. I specialize in medication management. I offer a personalized, holistic, evidence-based approach to the treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. My specific interests are treating depression, trauma/PTSD, anxiety, and addiction disorders in children/adolescents and young adults.
(424) 424-8911 View (424) 424-8911
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Marina Duarte-Pulido
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
I am committed to serving the community by offering mental health support through psychotherapy and medication, as well as advocacy. The objective is to offer mental health support that enables individuals to lead healthier and happier lives. It is imperative to establish a comfortable environment and establish a strong rapport before commencing care. To approach care from a holistic perspective, as well as client-centered care, it is important to recognize that each individual and circumstance may necessitate a customized approach to care. It is crucial to provide education throughout the process to facilitate a client's progress.
I am committed to serving the community by offering mental health support through psychotherapy and medication, as well as advocacy. The objective is to offer mental health support that enables individuals to lead healthier and happier lives. It is imperative to establish a comfortable environment and establish a strong rapport before commencing care. To approach care from a holistic perspective, as well as client-centered care, it is important to recognize that each individual and circumstance may necessitate a customized approach to care. It is crucial to provide education throughout the process to facilitate a client's progress.
(510) 296-3318 View (510) 296-3318
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Anna Budayr
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94618
I have a unique practice style combining the use of psychotropic medications with psychodynamic psychotherapy, and a unique treatment plan is formulated for every individual patient. For more information please feel free to call my office.
I have a unique practice style combining the use of psychotropic medications with psychodynamic psychotherapy, and a unique treatment plan is formulated for every individual patient. For more information please feel free to call my office.
(510) 878-4521 View (510) 878-4521
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Nima Khoobiyary
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
I am driven to continue working in the field of mental health by a deep commitment to empowering individuals with mental health illnesses, helping them take control of their lives, and aiming to reduce the severity of their conditions. In my practice, I adhere to the principle of "do no harm" while providing empathetic care, actively listening, and engaging patients in their treatment plans to better align with their healthcare goals and foster a positive outlook.
I am driven to continue working in the field of mental health by a deep commitment to empowering individuals with mental health illnesses, helping them take control of their lives, and aiming to reduce the severity of their conditions. In my practice, I adhere to the principle of "do no harm" while providing empathetic care, actively listening, and engaging patients in their treatment plans to better align with their healthcare goals and foster a positive outlook.
(510) 775-6628 View (510) 775-6628
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Amber Hackett
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610  (Online Only)
Over the last decade, I have been dedicated to providing compassionate and empathetic mental health care and working in the communities to reduce mental health stigma. To support my patients and community, I have had many roles, including volunteering at domestic abuse shelters, speaking for mental health organizations, facilitating campus support groups, and working as a psychiatric registered nurse. As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I will continue my passion for providing quality mental health care for my patients, ensuring every patient feels supported and heard. I center around collaboration and empowerment.
Over the last decade, I have been dedicated to providing compassionate and empathetic mental health care and working in the communities to reduce mental health stigma. To support my patients and community, I have had many roles, including volunteering at domestic abuse shelters, speaking for mental health organizations, facilitating campus support groups, and working as a psychiatric registered nurse. As a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I will continue my passion for providing quality mental health care for my patients, ensuring every patient feels supported and heard. I center around collaboration and empowerment.
(510) 945-3631 View (510) 945-3631
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K. Whitney Smith, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94618
At times anxiety, depression, transitions in life or interpersonal relationships can begin to feel overwhelming. I provide therapy and, if appropriate, medications to assist individuals during these periods. My approach is warm, responsive and practical. My technique is based in psycho-dynamic theory and incorporates elements of mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy. My use of medications is thoughtful and aims to treat symptoms while minimizing side effects.
At times anxiety, depression, transitions in life or interpersonal relationships can begin to feel overwhelming. I provide therapy and, if appropriate, medications to assist individuals during these periods. My approach is warm, responsive and practical. My technique is based in psycho-dynamic theory and incorporates elements of mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy. My use of medications is thoughtful and aims to treat symptoms while minimizing side effects.
(415) 275-8280 View (415) 275-8280
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