Find a psychiatrist in Brea, CA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Brea, CA accepting new patients
Brea residents can connect with 958 mental health providers through Headway across Sycamore Creek, Olinda, and Carbon Canyon neighborhoods. Enjoy flexible scheduling, virtual or in-person care, and insurance-covered sessions—some patients pay nothing out-of-pocket.
Hi, I’m Vimal Patel, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in healthcare. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing and have a background in both psychiatric and intensive care nursing. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders using a combination of medication management and supportive therapy. My approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and centered around your unique needs and goals. I'm here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered on your mental health journey.
I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.
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Richard Perez is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. For over 15 years, he has dedicated his career to serving the healthcare needs of Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Richard wants to continue improving the lives of each patient by providing professional, compassionate, and person-centered care.
Richard has spent the last two years providing mental health care to underserved populations. This experience has significantly sharpened his clinical skills, which he now aims to bring to the general patient population.
Hi, I’m Abdel! With over 15 years of experience in healthcare, I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate care for individuals managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. As a bilingual speaker in English and Arabic, I specialize in creating an inclusive environment where patients from all backgrounds feel truly heard and respected. My goal is to empower you through open communication and evidence-based treatment to help you achieve lasting wellness.
About our psychiatrists located within 20 miles of Brea, CA
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 94%ADD/ADHD
- 92%Bipolar disorder
- 75%PTSD
- 100%Aetna
- 100%Cigna
- 97%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 94%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 75%United Healthcare
- 97%English
- 11%Spanish
- 8%Korean
- 6%Gujarati
- 6%Hindi
- 100%In-person or online
- 67%Woman
- 33%Man
- 97%Nurse Practitioner
- 3%Medical Doctor
- 97%Individual therapy
- 8%Family therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Psychiatrist in Brea, CA
Finding psychiatrists in Brea starts with knowing which kind of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage ongoing care. Therapists provide talk therapy and may work with you on concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both. As you compare options, look for training, listed specialties, and experience that match what you want support with.
Brea is a smaller city, so local psychiatry options may vary by schedule, office location, and appointment type. Virtual appointments can expand your search beyond nearby offices while still giving you access to licensed psychiatrists in California. Medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Before booking, review each psychiatrist’s bio for their areas of focus, communication style, appointment availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.
Psychiatric care in Brea can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your needs, enter your insurance details, and see estimated costs before you book. Every psychiatrist listed is accepting new patients, and Headway verifies which options accept your plan so you can review profiles, compare fit, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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