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Jaleesa Banks

Jaleesa Banks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who is passionate about providing compassionate, supportive, and individualized mental health care. I work with adolescents and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, trauma-related concerns, or life stressors.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Energetic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

5220 Clark Avenue, Lakewood, CA

“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saby Kirpal

Saby Kirpal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


I’m Saby Kirpal, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing thorough, well-rounded mental health care. I hold Master’s degrees from both Chamberlain University and Walden University, where I graduated with Presidential Honors, a reflection of my dedication to high clinical standards.

My professional experience spans inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient clinics, which has given me a clear understanding of mental health care at every level. My clinical focus includes depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders across all age groups. I care for children as young as eight, teens, and adults, and young people and their families are always welcome in my practice. My work has included crisis stabilization, residential programs, and ongoing medication management.

What makes my practice distinctive is the way I blend my nursing background with psychiatric expertise. I understand how physical health, medications, daily habits, and mental health all affect one another. I am fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi and speak conversational Spanish, which allows me to serve diverse communities and appreciate the many ways culture shapes how people experience mental health.

My work has taken me from UCSF Health to community clinics, and those experiences taught me that excellent care depends far more on the relationship than on the setting. Whether you are seeking help for the first time, transitioning between clinicians, or managing an ongoing condition, I am here to partner with you. I always listen first, explain things clearly, and make decisions with you rather than for you. Treatment should never feel like something done to you; it should be something we navigate together. I am dedicated to creating a space where you feel respected, understood, and truly supported, and every step forward, however small, is worth celebrating.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My style is warm, direct, and person-centered, grounded in shared decision-making. My care is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and rooted in current clinical evidence.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I understand how trauma can shape personality development, how ADHD can complicate recovery from substance use, and how psychotic symptoms may surface during periods of extreme stress.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Heidi Waldorf

Heidi Waldorf

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My dual background allows me to bridge the gap between physical and mental health, ensuring that your care is never siloed.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression

Creative, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Lakesha Sawyer-Strickland

Lakesha Sawyer-Strickland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Dallas, CA


“I believe the body will only go "where the mind allows it to go". I believe if you fix the things within then slowly the physical will follow...”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, OCD,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Melvis Memeh

Melvis Memeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I focus on the whole person — not just symptoms or tasks. That means listening carefully, understanding individual preferences, values, culture, and goals, and tailoring care accordingly.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Antionette Sob

Antionette Sob

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m Antionette Sob, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to empowering individuals to live fuller, more balanced lives. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training in mental health, I aim to provide safe, supportive, and compassionate care. I believe that everyone can heal and grow — sometimes we need the right tools and guidance.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Amanda Moore

Amanda Moore

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe good psychiatric care begins with understanding the person behind the symptoms rather than simply assigning a diagnosis or prescribing a medication.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Elizabeth Khavkina

Elizabeth Khavkina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“Elizabeth's therapeutic approach is a mixture of supportive therapy and motivational interviewing; she thoroughly evaluates your entire mental health in a way that makes you feel connected and supported, and provides you with positive energy,...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Claris Bangura

Claris Bangura

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is rooted in collaboration, where I work closely with each individual to develop tailored treatment plans that honor their unique experiences and goals.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Aniekan Udoh

Aniekan Udoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fremont, CA


“My goal is to provide clients with the tools they need to improve their emotional well-being—whether through therapy, medication management, or coping techniques.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Lorraine Halder

Lorraine Halder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe treatment should focus on helping clients feel emotionally stable, understood, and empowered again.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Linda Uzoukwu

Linda Uzoukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Linda Uzoukwu, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I provide compassionate, personalized psychiatric care to adults.

I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, life transitions, and perinatal or postpartum mental health concerns. I understand that mental health challenges can affect every part of your life, and my goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and actively involved in your care.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Sophia Nairima

Sophia Nairima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and patient-centered. I take time to understand your full picture: your history, your stressors, your goals, and what is already working.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is holistic and patient-centered, combining psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy to create individualized care plans.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Dr. Tsung Wai Aw

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


Dr. Aw primary interest is the intersection between mental and physical health. Dr. Aw’s philosophy, one does not exist outside of the other. Furthermore, Depression and anxiety in patients who are also suffering from medical issues feels significantly worse, and it is his goal to get patients on the road to recovery.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Dr. Leslie Langley

Dr. Leslie Langley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Hollywood, CA


“My approach to care is compassionate, holistic, and patient-centered, emphasizing individualized, evidence-based treatment tailored to each person's unique needs.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Curative

Tracy Toussaint

Tracy Toussaint

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fairfield, CA


“I take a whole-person, evidence-based approach to psychiatric care. Rather than looking at symptoms in isolation, I consider how mental health may interact with sleep, stress, physical health, lifestyle, medications, hormonal changes, and life...”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nalleli Garrido

Nalleli Garrido

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Garden Grove, CA


“I take a holistic approach to mental health, exploring all areas of my patients' lives, and understanding how these aspects can impact mental well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Jackson Tea

Jackson Tea

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1800 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA

“My approach is rooted in creating a supportive, collaborative space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to take an active role in your treatment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Sade Woldegiorgis

Sade Woldegiorgis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe deeply in the powerful connection between the mind and body, and I use this understanding to guide every aspect of treatment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Dr. Frederick Koehler

Dr. Frederick Koehler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I try to bring a calm, practical, and down-to-earth style to care so clients feel comfortable talking openly about what they're going through.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Serge' Nelson

Dr. Serge' Nelson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care in a respectful, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their treatment.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Shannon McNamara

Shannon McNamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I use integrative and holistic approaches to providing medication management and working with clients across all ages and stages, to address a wide range of mental health conditions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Judith Afonta

Judith Afonta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Her approach combines evidence-based practices with a holistic understanding of mental health, aiming to empower patients on their path to recovery and well-being.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Nyka Saint Jean

Nyka Saint Jean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and grounded in partnership because I believe the best care happens when you feel empowered, informed, and genuinely part of every decision.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Modupe James

Modupe James

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate, patient-centered, and collaborative. I believe in careful listening, thorough assessment, and shared decision-making so that treatment feels like a partnership, not a one-size-fits-all process.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Angela Otegbulu

Dr. Angela Otegbulu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gardena, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I take time to understand what you are experiencing...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Dr. Joseph Ikekwere

Dr. Joseph Ikekwere

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Georgetown, CA


“I combine medication management with talk therapy, because I find the two together lead to better outcomes than either alone.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna

Jacqueline Licauco

Jacqueline Licauco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, and judgement-free space where you feel comfortable sharing your concerns and working toward meaningful change at your own pace.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Samuel

Emily Samuel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“Emily's therapeutic approach is a mixture of supportive therapy and motivational interviewing; she thoroughly evaluates your entire mental health in a way that makes you feel connected and supported, and provides you with positive energy, strength...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Crystaloren Gomez

Crystaloren Gomez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Patients often tell me they appreciate feeling genuinely listened to. Building trust and helping you feel comfortable throughout your care is one of my highest priorities.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal Mental Health,

Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Helen Mettu

Helen Mettu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“Every session is patient-centered and specific so as to create a warm and relaxing environment for my patients.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Manton Hurd

Manton Hurd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“In working together I want to understand where you have been, where you are now, and where you hope to be.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Adebayo

Dr. Elizabeth Adebayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“As a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), I provide compassionate and evidence-based care to both children and adults.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Melody Claiborne

Melody Claiborne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

1999 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA

“My approach is structured and results-oriented. I prioritize getting you the right treatment quickly...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff Marquez

Jeff Marquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

25000 Avenue Stanford, Valencia, CA

“My approach is collaborative, respectful, and patient-centered. I take time to listen and understand each client's concerns, experiences, goals, and preferences...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna

Noah Peter

Noah Peter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My practice has a nonjudgmental environment where your feelings and experiences are respected and validated.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

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