Dissociative Disorders (DID) Psychiatrists in San Diego County, CA

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Joseph Modestus
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, APRN, MBA
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037  (Online Only)
I have always been interested in people, their stories, and what motivates them. My initial curiosity led to a desire and interest in the mental health field. I advocate for mental health awareness to debunk misconceptions the general public has about mental health.
I have always been interested in people, their stories, and what motivates them. My initial curiosity led to a desire and interest in the mental health field. I advocate for mental health awareness to debunk misconceptions the general public has about mental health.
(213) 699-9430 View (213) 699-9430
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Uzezi Obaroh
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92132  (Online Only)
My role as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, serves every facet of health care because health cannot exist without mental health. I serve the public by preventing, identifying and treating psychiatric conditions through holistic approaches in many ways. As a provider, I use biological interventions, psychotherapies, and traditional approaches by partnering with people penetrating conditions and making a difference in their lives. I employ personal brokenness, illness, experience, culture and history of patients to facilitate healing.
My role as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, serves every facet of health care because health cannot exist without mental health. I serve the public by preventing, identifying and treating psychiatric conditions through holistic approaches in many ways. As a provider, I use biological interventions, psychotherapies, and traditional approaches by partnering with people penetrating conditions and making a difference in their lives. I employ personal brokenness, illness, experience, culture and history of patients to facilitate healing.
(909) 414-2713 View (909) 414-2713
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Sham Singh
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
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!
(619) 728-3882 View (619) 728-3882
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Alexandra Presler
Physician Assistant, PA-C
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Pacific Mind Health treats mental health disorders using a variety of treatments including medications, Psychotherapy, Telemedicine, Spravato, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We strive to help create a treatment plan which will help guide you on a path to wellness. Our goal is to provide thorough diagnostic evaluations which will inform treatment choices and increase the likelihood the treatment will be successful. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html
Pacific Mind Health treats mental health disorders using a variety of treatments including medications, Psychotherapy, Telemedicine, Spravato, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We strive to help create a treatment plan which will help guide you on a path to wellness. Our goal is to provide thorough diagnostic evaluations which will inform treatment choices and increase the likelihood the treatment will be successful. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html
(424) 499-4544 View (424) 499-4544
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Cecilia M Lipira
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified, Cornell and Mount Sinai-trained adult and child psychiatrist in New York and California. My approach to treatment is holistic and firmly rooted in the science of the brain, combining psychotherapy (for individuals, families, and couples) with nutrition, lifestyle modification, as well as state-of-the-art medication treatment, when helpful. I view each person as a complex individual with a unique story to tell, so I take time getting to know my clients and work collaboratively to develop a targeted plan to achieve their treatment goals.
I am a board-certified, Cornell and Mount Sinai-trained adult and child psychiatrist in New York and California. My approach to treatment is holistic and firmly rooted in the science of the brain, combining psychotherapy (for individuals, families, and couples) with nutrition, lifestyle modification, as well as state-of-the-art medication treatment, when helpful. I view each person as a complex individual with a unique story to tell, so I take time getting to know my clients and work collaboratively to develop a targeted plan to achieve their treatment goals.
(917) 525-4558 View (917) 525-4558
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Bruce Hubbard M.D.
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
I can't imagine an ideal client because I see a broad range of clients and I enjoy helping them all. The typical patient who comes to me needs help with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addiction, or another disorder and may have a family history of these symptoms or diagnoses. They are usually wanting to understand their symptoms and gain an accurate understanding or diagnosis. Medication may be appropriate for some of these patients. For patients who do not find relief from medication or who experience side effects, we offer TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) which is non-drug treatment for depression and anxiety
I can't imagine an ideal client because I see a broad range of clients and I enjoy helping them all. The typical patient who comes to me needs help with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addiction, or another disorder and may have a family history of these symptoms or diagnoses. They are usually wanting to understand their symptoms and gain an accurate understanding or diagnosis. Medication may be appropriate for some of these patients. For patients who do not find relief from medication or who experience side effects, we offer TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) which is non-drug treatment for depression and anxiety
(619) 485-6837 View (619) 485-6837
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Mehdi Bubba Thomas
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
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!
(858) 465-4857 View (858) 465-4857
Joseph Stabley
Physician Assistant
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025
Our services are professional, personable, and based on methods proven to help you achieve sustainable recovery from substance use. At Headlands, we understand that the underpinnings of addiction have little to do with morality, character or personal responsibility – and everything to do with an individual trying desperately to cope with their suffering. We want to help you, give us a call.
Our services are professional, personable, and based on methods proven to help you achieve sustainable recovery from substance use. At Headlands, we understand that the underpinnings of addiction have little to do with morality, character or personal responsibility – and everything to do with an individual trying desperately to cope with their suffering. We want to help you, give us a call.
(442) 220-3803 View (442) 220-3803
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Ike Uzowulu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92128  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner. I have a master's degree in psychiatric nursing specializing in mental and behavioral health medicine. I have verifiable experience in treating variety of psychiatric disorders such as; mood disorders including resistant depression, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenia, stress and sleep related disorders.
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner. I have a master's degree in psychiatric nursing specializing in mental and behavioral health medicine. I have verifiable experience in treating variety of psychiatric disorders such as; mood disorders including resistant depression, eating disorders, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, schizophrenia, stress and sleep related disorders.
(858) 221-9527 View (858) 221-9527
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Jordan Blaine
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
(858) 251-6239 View (858) 251-6239
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Saroj JOSHI
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92116
I"m a Board Certified Adult and Child Psychiatrist and have been in private practice since 1982 . My work in helping people through difficult times , has been my calling in life. I was born and raised in India and witnessed much suffering all around ,becoming a doctor gave me hope that I could perhaps help . I came to the USA to further my studies and since then have been in private practice. In the mean time I have also raised 3 children and dealt with major issues of Migration, Cultural assimilation, personal losses , and learnt through experiences of life, however the most valuable lessons have come from my work with patients.
I"m a Board Certified Adult and Child Psychiatrist and have been in private practice since 1982 . My work in helping people through difficult times , has been my calling in life. I was born and raised in India and witnessed much suffering all around ,becoming a doctor gave me hope that I could perhaps help . I came to the USA to further my studies and since then have been in private practice. In the mean time I have also raised 3 children and dealt with major issues of Migration, Cultural assimilation, personal losses , and learnt through experiences of life, however the most valuable lessons have come from my work with patients.
(858) 879-6177 View (858) 879-6177
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Vincent David Feitosa
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
La Mesa, CA 91941  (Online Only)
Greetings to new patients! We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to individuals from all walks of life, with a special emphasis on those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder, dual diagnosis, ADHD, and LGBTQI+ concerns. As a seasoned Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certified, I bring a wealth of experience, particularly in working with the chronically mentally ill. In our welcoming and nonjudgmental environment, our focus is on providing more than just medication support; we aim to instill hope, relief, and quality of life. Discover a Path to Wellness with Us!
Greetings to new patients! We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to individuals from all walks of life, with a special emphasis on those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder, dual diagnosis, ADHD, and LGBTQI+ concerns. As a seasoned Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certified, I bring a wealth of experience, particularly in working with the chronically mentally ill. In our welcoming and nonjudgmental environment, our focus is on providing more than just medication support; we aim to instill hope, relief, and quality of life. Discover a Path to Wellness with Us!
(858) 879-6097 View (858) 879-6097
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KMG Psychiatry (Dr. Ankur Bindal)
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH, FAPA, FAASM
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91910  (Online Only)
KMG Psychiatry is an integrative psychiatry practice delivering high-quality, comprehensive care to the communities of San-Diego County, with a multi-faceted approach, striving to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths, creating an individualized treatment plan for every patient, using a combination of traditional and innovative treatments. We offer medication management, psychotherapy and state of the art Neurostar Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
KMG Psychiatry is an integrative psychiatry practice delivering high-quality, comprehensive care to the communities of San-Diego County, with a multi-faceted approach, striving to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths, creating an individualized treatment plan for every patient, using a combination of traditional and innovative treatments. We offer medication management, psychotherapy and state of the art Neurostar Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
(619) 393-3114 View (619) 393-3114
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Jaclyn Joyce
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92106
Hi there. I'm a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist based out of San Diego, California. I can prescribe medication, provide psychotherapy, or both. I genuinely enjoy working with clients, hearing unique life stories, and finding ways to help each person as an individual. I have experience working with a wide variety of psychiatric concerns. There are also a few areas in which I have a special focus, including: working with older adolescents and college students, pregnancy, and new parents.
Hi there. I'm a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist based out of San Diego, California. I can prescribe medication, provide psychotherapy, or both. I genuinely enjoy working with clients, hearing unique life stories, and finding ways to help each person as an individual. I have experience working with a wide variety of psychiatric concerns. There are also a few areas in which I have a special focus, including: working with older adolescents and college students, pregnancy, and new parents.
(619) 431-2004 View (619) 431-2004
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Ci Ma
Psychiatrist, MD, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
Dr. Ma is Double Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and Preventive Medicine. Bilingual, treating in both English and Mandarin Chinese 中文普通话, her track record is very successful in guiding people from diverse backgrounds through acute stress and life crises. With over 15 years of experience in major US cities, Dr. Ma has worked extensively with adult patients of 21-64, in many outpatient and hospital settings. She holds faculty position at UCSD and Chief of staff at SharpHealth, directs several outpatient programs at major San Diego hospitals and has privileges in several regional health systems, can accept pt anywhere in the state.
Dr. Ma is Double Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and Preventive Medicine. Bilingual, treating in both English and Mandarin Chinese 中文普通话, her track record is very successful in guiding people from diverse backgrounds through acute stress and life crises. With over 15 years of experience in major US cities, Dr. Ma has worked extensively with adult patients of 21-64, in many outpatient and hospital settings. She holds faculty position at UCSD and Chief of staff at SharpHealth, directs several outpatient programs at major San Diego hospitals and has privileges in several regional health systems, can accept pt anywhere in the state.
(858) 251-6344 View (858) 251-6344
Photo of Cara Niemeier, Psychiatrist in San Diego County, CA
Cara Niemeier
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92122  (Online Only)
Dr. Niemeier is a Board Certified Psychiatrist by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She uses an evidence-based, holistic approach, with the goal of using the lowest effective doses of sustainable medications when needed.
Dr. Niemeier is a Board Certified Psychiatrist by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She uses an evidence-based, holistic approach, with the goal of using the lowest effective doses of sustainable medications when needed.
(619) 268-8439 View (619) 268-8439
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Karen Schaaf
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Karen is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults.
Karen is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC). She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults.
(858) 544-3133 View (858) 544-3133
Rafael Ramos
Physician Assistant, PA
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025
Our services are professional, personable, and based on methods proven to help you achieve sustainable recovery from substance use. At Headlands, we understand that the underpinnings of addiction have little to do with morality, character or personal responsibility – and everything to do with an individual trying desperately to cope with their suffering. We want to help you, give us a call.
Our services are professional, personable, and based on methods proven to help you achieve sustainable recovery from substance use. At Headlands, we understand that the underpinnings of addiction have little to do with morality, character or personal responsibility – and everything to do with an individual trying desperately to cope with their suffering. We want to help you, give us a call.
(442) 261-4738 View (442) 261-4738
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Gabrielle Totton
Physician Assistant, PA
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025
Thanks for visiting! My professional experience encompasses General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. I am an associate provider at Headlands ATS, a leader in addiction psychiatry. Our services are professional, personable, and based on methods proven to help you achieve sustainable recovery from substance use. At Headlands, we understand that the underpinnings of addiction have little to do with morality, character or personal responsibility - and everything to do with an individual trying desperately to cope with their suffering./ We want to help you, give us a call.
Thanks for visiting! My professional experience encompasses General Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. I am an associate provider at Headlands ATS, a leader in addiction psychiatry. Our services are professional, personable, and based on methods proven to help you achieve sustainable recovery from substance use. At Headlands, we understand that the underpinnings of addiction have little to do with morality, character or personal responsibility - and everything to do with an individual trying desperately to cope with their suffering./ We want to help you, give us a call.
(442) 302-2721 View (442) 302-2721
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Nasreen Safdar Rahman
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, PMHNP, DNP
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 3 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been in healthcare for the past 22 years and out of those 14 years I have been working as a family nurse practitioner with patients from diverse backgrounds in the family practice as well as urgent care setting. I have diverse life experience which includes teaching high school, college and nursing students preparing them for their bachelor's and master's programs.
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 3 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been in healthcare for the past 22 years and out of those 14 years I have been working as a family nurse practitioner with patients from diverse backgrounds in the family practice as well as urgent care setting. I have diverse life experience which includes teaching high school, college and nursing students preparing them for their bachelor's and master's programs.
(858) 544-5055 View (858) 544-5055

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Dissociative Disorders (DID) Psychiatrists

How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?

Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like Cognitive behavioral therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behavior therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.

Are there specific medications for dissociation?

There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom—which may include antipsychotics like aripiprazole, antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or anti-anxiety drugs like benzodiazepines.

How often and how long are therapy sessions?

Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.