Substance Use Psychiatrists in Los Angeles, CA

While I am positioned to offer a LGBTQ+ perspective in my practice, I support clients from all backgrounds in reaching their mental health goals through compassionate, patient-centered care. I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, sex-positive counseling, mood disorders, and substance use disorders for adults over 18 years old. I approach all clients with curiosity and an open mind, using psychotherapeutic modalities centered in mindfulness and current evidence-based treatment.

My name is Volker Nabavi, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, substance use, ADHD, OCD, and Bipolar disorders. I have received training in both medical and nursing fields which enables me to apply both medical and nursing theories to manage my client’s mental health holistically and meet their needs. During sessions, I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing for a supportive, client-centered, holistic approach.

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 am driven by a deep passion for emotional well-being, I am committed to assisting you through your unique path to healing and growth. My mission is to provide compassionate and comprehensive mental health care to individuals from all walks of life. I place a special emphasis on creating a safe, nurturing, and judgment-free space. My unique approach is centered around the provider-patient relationship. I believe that healing thrives in an environment where you can openly express yourself without fear of judgment or criticism. In this atmosphere of trust and compassion, I specialize in a wide range of therapeutic services.

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.

It is okay to reach out for help. In fact, acknowledging that you need help tells me you are being honest with yourself, and reaching out for help tells me you are being brave. You want stability and balance back in your life. I see that and I will help you reach it. You and I just need to work together as a team. you may need medication or psychotherapy or both. Whatever it is, I will be here taking one step at a time with you, together.

I am passionately led to psychiatry because I cherish this personal approach to medicine and thrive in the process of building relationships with patients. I am dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to my patients.

I am a board certified psychiatrist treating adolescents and adults suffering from stress related issues that are causing dysfunction in your life. Some issues are as simple as learning healthy coping skills and having a support system that understands you. If you are suffering from a new onset or chronic illness such as bipolar, depression, substance use disorder, or anxiety, our practice will provide both medication and therapy to help in certain cases. You will receive an individualized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. We provide concierge service (travel) to you in the comfort of your home or office-(postponed).

I founded www.themomenthealth.com to create a safe space for our clients looking to both heal and grow. By using a bio/psycho/social/spiritual approach, we allow for holistic treatment that is tailored to the individual.

As a PMHNP, I provide dedicated care to clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. For clients that seek a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves and have their experiences validated. For clients that desire effective coping strategies, resilience, and self-acceptance. And their goals encompass regaining balance, building meaningful connections, and finding joy and purpose. Through empathetic care and evidence-based interventions, I empower clients, fostering transformative growth on their journey towards psychological well-being.

My name is Ijeoma also known as IJ, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) serving patients ages 16 and older. Ijeoma provides care for patients with different types of mental health disorders which include Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, OCD, Mood disorder, ADHD, Substance Use Disorder, and Psychosis. She is compassionate, God fearing, caring, and a critical thinker.

I am a double board-certified physician and addiction specialist. My virtual private practice offers a warm, comfortable and safe space for anyone who is struggling with substance use and searching for help in addressing the wide range of associated psychological struggles and emotional issues. I provide individualized, evidence-based treatments incorporating psychotherapy and the judicious use of medications to alleviate your symptoms and restore you back to emotional wellness and assist you in finding your own personalized path to recovery.

Your mental and physical well being is primordial to us. The mind and body are interconnected, and there is a great overlap between physical and mental health conditions. Mental healthcare includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. By exploring multiple treatment modalities with our clients, we strive to provide the most all-encompassing care to ensure the best outcomes for our clients. We promise to be there for you every step of your wellness journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain and assist you in creating a meaningful life.

Every person is an individual. All clients deserve mental health care tailored to the individual that is seeking care. My goal for every client is to improve their mood and overall health by providing compassionate mental and medical health care.

Do you struggle with grief, upsetting thoughts and emotions, or a loss of your sense of self that affects your day-to-day life and ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed by just getting through the day, or by the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder if you can live a life that is free from worry, guilt, anger, sadness, and anxiety? Now more than ever women and young women are feeling uncertain about who they are, about their feelings and thoughts, their struggles in difficult relationships, their ability to work through a loss, about finding their place in life or about moving past trauma.

Welcome. I’m Dr. Luis Gonzalez, a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, thought disorders, and personality disorders among others. I have experience with patients of diverse ages and backgrounds including undergraduates, U.S. veterans, and working professionals. Whether you're curious about medications or seeking ongoing management, I look forward to working with you on your journey toward achieving your mental health goals. ​

I am a board certified and California-licensed psychiatrist in the Los Angeles area specializing in both addiction and general psychiatry. I have trained and practiced in multiple clinical settings across the Los Angeles area including UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute, Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Olive View County Hospital and the Veteran Affairs medical centers. Personally, I have worked with and feel comfortable with patients from any background. Currently I work with the Solstice Clinic seeing private practice patients, and as a consultant at multiple rehabilitation centers around the Los Angeles area specializing in dual diagnosis and addiction treatment.

I find passion in partnering with individuals seeking to strengthen their wellbeing and break the chains of depression, anxiety, traumatic stress, psychosis, and other psychiatric conditions. I hope my efforts allow my clients to feel empowered in their own treatment and supported in the many aspect of their wellbeing.

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.