Telepsychiatry for San Diego County, CA
![Photo of Jon Deam - Aveo Wellness: Therapy & Psychiatry, LCSW, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dcc23d5b-7de9-456e-9be5-5247f4754ec4/2/320x400.png)
Aveo Wellness, the practice of Dr. Jon Deam, helps you face the challenge of leaning into profound growth. Dr. Jon, psychiatrist, and Salina, LCSW, offer different options to support you through therapy, life coaching, or medication optimization. The journey inward to find strength, resilience, and meaning is not easy, but it is one we were never meant to take alone.
Aveo Wellness, the practice of Dr. Jon Deam, helps you face the challenge of leaning into profound growth. Dr. Jon, psychiatrist, and Salina, LCSW, offer different options to support you through therapy, life coaching, or medication optimization. The journey inward to find strength, resilience, and meaning is not easy, but it is one we were never meant to take alone.
![Photo of Markus Ploesser - Open Mind Health, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/87d8d624-f0a7-4ab4-a7ce-34db3ab1c103/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, isolation, relationship/family issues? At Open Mind Health, we get to the “root cause” of what’s actually leading to your emotional challenges, while treating the resulting issues and developing lasting solutions to help you feel optimistic and hopeful. We offer customized holistic treatment plans in our wellness tracks developed to provide lasting results, Our therapists and life coaches are compassionate and forward-thinkers. Call us today to get started on your path to mental wellness at 855-550-MIND (6463).
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, isolation, relationship/family issues? At Open Mind Health, we get to the “root cause” of what’s actually leading to your emotional challenges, while treating the resulting issues and developing lasting solutions to help you feel optimistic and hopeful. We offer customized holistic treatment plans in our wellness tracks developed to provide lasting results, Our therapists and life coaches are compassionate and forward-thinkers. Call us today to get started on your path to mental wellness at 855-550-MIND (6463).
![Photo of Dr. Jon Deam, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b9ecad3f-580b-4073-ba4c-d8eefb21de19/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Jon, founder of Aveo Wellness, a concierge psychiatry practice, knows all about helping you face challenges and life transitions with medication optimization, therapy, life-coaching, and addiction/overuse management.
Dr. Jon, founder of Aveo Wellness, a concierge psychiatry practice, knows all about helping you face challenges and life transitions with medication optimization, therapy, life-coaching, and addiction/overuse management.
![Photo of Dr. Adarezza Ferrer, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4917dda2-684c-4197-960d-c78934e8a5f2/3/320x400.jpeg)
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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Remedy Psychiatry San Diego
Psychiatrist, MD, PMHNP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92154 (Online Only)
Are you struggling in your day to day? With Remedy, you can get unlimited online psychiatry appointments at an affordable price. We treat a wide range of mental health symptoms with a broad set of medications so you can live your best life. See one of our mental health specialists for an in-depth mental health evaluation, diagnosis and ongoing medication management care. Treating adults, teens and children from the comfort of home or comfort space over video - days, nights and weekends.
Are you struggling in your day to day? With Remedy, you can get unlimited online psychiatry appointments at an affordable price. We treat a wide range of mental health symptoms with a broad set of medications so you can live your best life. See one of our mental health specialists for an in-depth mental health evaluation, diagnosis and ongoing medication management care. Treating adults, teens and children from the comfort of home or comfort space over video - days, nights and weekends.
![Photo of Nicolas Badre, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44e71920-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
The decision to seek treatment is often vast and complex, just like our lives. You may be struggling with a transition in your life, a difficult emotion in your mind, or a feeling of dissatisfaction with your sense of self. I very much enjoy clinical care and getting to know my patients. My practice is based on building close partnerships and trusting relationships. My goal is for you to gain self-understanding, self-actualization, and satisfaction in life.
The decision to seek treatment is often vast and complex, just like our lives. You may be struggling with a transition in your life, a difficult emotion in your mind, or a feeling of dissatisfaction with your sense of self. I very much enjoy clinical care and getting to know my patients. My practice is based on building close partnerships and trusting relationships. My goal is for you to gain self-understanding, self-actualization, and satisfaction in life.
![Photo of Andrea Mann, DO, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/357d2222-2b6b-40f8-8d0c-5ad128d325cc/2/320x400.png)
Integrating therapy, medication and complementary treatments. I have an open, integrative approach with experience working with a wide range of ages, disorders, and cultural backgrounds. I have a special interest in coaching parents, helping individuals with anxiety disorders, difficulty with professional and personal relationships, and individuals going through life transitions.
Integrating therapy, medication and complementary treatments. I have an open, integrative approach with experience working with a wide range of ages, disorders, and cultural backgrounds. I have a special interest in coaching parents, helping individuals with anxiety disorders, difficulty with professional and personal relationships, and individuals going through life transitions.
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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103 (Online Only)
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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Dr Mark Chofla | Empathy Therapy
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024 (Online Only)
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Mark Chofla is a board-certified psychiatrist and physician who completed his specialty residency training at the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center. After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from the University of California at Davis, Dr. Chofla earned his medical degree from Midwestern University: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine.
![Photo of Catalina Villa, MD , Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47dd0293-9c24-485e-bc23-d4a87d781e33/1/320x400.png)
We know asking for help is a challenging 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. Now, welcoming new patients!
We know asking for help is a challenging 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. Now, welcoming new patients!
![Photo of Amy Milroy, DNP, APRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0c080df1-0ba1-4d29-ad66-4ba1eb5342a7/1/320x400.jpeg)
Amy Milroy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
Are you ready to heal? Let's work together! You may be experiencing ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, OCD, substance use, or other concerns, and you are seeking wellness. Appointments with me provide personalized blends of medicine and therapy. I have special expertise in ADHD, PTSD and CPTSD, anxiety, and depression. I offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in clinic and retreat settings in California, as well as via telehealth in California and Illinois. I also provide regular medication management and therapy via telehealth in CA, IL, and NM. I'm here for you whether you're wanting progressive or traditional approaches.
Are you ready to heal? Let's work together! You may be experiencing ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, OCD, substance use, or other concerns, and you are seeking wellness. Appointments with me provide personalized blends of medicine and therapy. I have special expertise in ADHD, PTSD and CPTSD, anxiety, and depression. I offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in clinic and retreat settings in California, as well as via telehealth in California and Illinois. I also provide regular medication management and therapy via telehealth in CA, IL, and NM. I'm here for you whether you're wanting progressive or traditional approaches.
![Photo of Riz Ahmad, MD , Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/99a03cc4-7d94-4cdb-9471-541c6e10c1ac/1/320x400.jpeg)
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. Now welcoming 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. Now welcoming new patients!
![Photo of Sham Singh, MD , Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2092c5d9-68af-4c8a-b498-4c194b276e76/1/320x400.jpeg)
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. Now, welcoming 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. Now, welcoming new patients!
![Photo of Dr. Ronil Shah, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f0bbdcdc-03d5-46b3-95ad-395c246f1e0c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
Why choose Dr. Ronil Shah? Because his top-notch expertise combines with compassionate, personalized care. Treatment with Dr. Shah is a two-way collaboration. Working together, you will design a mental wellness strategy that’s tailored just for you. His philosophy? Your path to wellness should be as unique as you are, shaped by empathy and expertise, and empowered by evidence-based insights and tools.
![Photo of Molly McLaren, MSN, APNP, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b81617b-26c8-4b12-a384-e5ac1b5748f5/2/320x400.jpeg)
Molly McLaren
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
22 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Are you often tense, restless, or irritable? Are you frequently distracted or forgetful in daily tasks? Do you often feel sad, empty, or hopeless for extended periods? Navigating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Insomnia, Trauma, or Autism is overwhelming. You need personalized care from someone who listens attentively, not an algorithm. You're more than just a diagnosis or prescription. Your goal is to find effective solutions that bring permanent relief, not a bandaid. Beyond medication, you desire genuine understanding that is often overlooked in typical medication management.
Are you often tense, restless, or irritable? Are you frequently distracted or forgetful in daily tasks? Do you often feel sad, empty, or hopeless for extended periods? Navigating ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Insomnia, Trauma, or Autism is overwhelming. You need personalized care from someone who listens attentively, not an algorithm. You're more than just a diagnosis or prescription. Your goal is to find effective solutions that bring permanent relief, not a bandaid. Beyond medication, you desire genuine understanding that is often overlooked in typical medication management.
![Photo of Dr. Dave Auluck - The Focus Doc, MD, Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0f04dfdd-fb25-4d18-a532-e3889adae5b2/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
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.
![Photo of Ryan Thebo, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, CICP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53115519-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Ryan Thebo
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP, CICP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Unsure if medication is right for you or need help optimizing your current treatment? While medication can be beneficial, the most effective approach to mental health challenges often combines the right medications with holistic treatments. Sadly, the profit-driven mental healthcare system may not always prioritize your well-being. My goal is to help you thrive through holistic psychiatry, enabling you to achieve optimal wellness. Easily schedule an online appointment for personalized medication management at www.pwpsychiatry.com/CA and take the first step towards a healthier you.
Unsure if medication is right for you or need help optimizing your current treatment? While medication can be beneficial, the most effective approach to mental health challenges often combines the right medications with holistic treatments. Sadly, the profit-driven mental healthcare system may not always prioritize your well-being. My goal is to help you thrive through holistic psychiatry, enabling you to achieve optimal wellness. Easily schedule an online appointment for personalized medication management at www.pwpsychiatry.com/CA and take the first step towards a healthier you.
![Photo of Lauren Prasek, MSN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c67322d5-ecd5-4fd5-9970-21125b9ab5d4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lauren Prasek
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92131
I am board-certified to see all ages but my primary focus is to empower women on their wellness journey by offering an approachable and causal setting for treatment.
I am board-certified to see all ages but my primary focus is to empower women on their wellness journey by offering an approachable and causal setting for treatment.
![Photo of Catalina Villa, MD , Psychiatrist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e27ea15d-bf25-41a6-9e49-b6f49cebbe35/1/320x400.png)
We know asking for help is a challenging 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. Now, welcoming new patients!
We know asking for help is a challenging 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. Now, welcoming new patients!
![Photo of Jay Timacdog, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e8d393ef-f525-4498-adc7-89bd1236947d/1/320x400.png)
Jay Timacdog
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
Are you one of those individuals needing mental health support but worried about the stigma that comes from talking to a therapist or psychiatrist? It's completely normal to feel concerned about the stigma surrounding mental health. But here's the thing: seeking help is a brave and important step towards feeling better. Remember, you're not alone in this journey, and there's no shame in taking care of your mental well-being. Finding a trustworthy provider can be challenging. Rest assured, here at HAWON Services, our patient’s privacy is our outmost priority.
Are you one of those individuals needing mental health support but worried about the stigma that comes from talking to a therapist or psychiatrist? It's completely normal to feel concerned about the stigma surrounding mental health. But here's the thing: seeking help is a brave and important step towards feeling better. Remember, you're not alone in this journey, and there's no shame in taking care of your mental well-being. Finding a trustworthy provider can be challenging. Rest assured, here at HAWON Services, our patient’s privacy is our outmost priority.
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Online Psychiatrists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.