Find a psychiatrist in Laguna Niguel, CA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Laguna Niguel, CA accepting new patients
Access flexible mental healthcare in Laguna Niguel through Headway's network of 1,044 empowering providers. Whether you're in Laguna Niguel Village, Crown Valley, or nearby areas, find providers with relevant experience for your needs, with many offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
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.
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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.
I am board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth services throughout California. I believe mental health care should feel supportive, respectful, and tailored to your unique needs.
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Hi! I'm Christina Stelly, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC — a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Martinez, CA. With over 15 years of clinical experience across inpatient psychiatry, maternal health, and advanced practice, I am deeply committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to every person I serve.
I specialize in treating schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, depression, anxiety, etc.
My academic background includes a Post-Certificate DNP in Psychiatric Mental Health from the University of Illinois Chicago, a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Texas Tech University, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Touro University. I also completed an intensive NP residency focused on advanced psychiatric care, crisis stabilization, and forensic psychiatry, which further strengthened my clinical expertise.
Earlier in my career, I specialized in maternal mental health, serving as a Patient Care Director for high-risk obstetric populations and contributing to perinatal mental health policy at the state and national levels. This background gives me a uniquely broad, whole-person perspective on psychiatric care across the lifespan.
My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, individualized care. I take time to fully understand your history, concerns, and goals before collaboratively building a treatment plan tailored to you. I have also served on health policy committees and presented at national nursing conferences, reflecting my commitment to psychiatric care.
About our psychiatrists serving Laguna Niguel, CA
- 99%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 85%Bipolar disorder
- 85%PTSD
- 98%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 84%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 57%United Healthcare
- 99%English
- 8%Spanish
- 5%Tagalog
- 4%Igbo
- 3%Hindi
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 73%Woman
- 27%Man
- 91%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 18%Family therapy
- 7%Couples therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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 Therapist in Laguna Niguel
Finding psychiatrists in Laguna Niguel starts with understanding the type of care you want. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and manage medication as part of care. Therapists provide talk therapy and can also support concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Some people look for psychiatry, therapy, or both, depending on their needs. As you compare profiles, look for a clinician whose listed specialties, experience, and approach match what you want help with.
Laguna Niguel is part of a broader Orange County mental health care market, so your local choices may include nearby areas like Mission Viejo, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, and Laguna Hills. Virtual appointments can expand your options if nearby in-person psychiatry appointments are limited or if your schedule works better from home. Psychiatric medication management visits are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, though some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Before booking, review each profile for availability, whether the clinician is accepting new patients, appointment format, and communication style.
Psychiatric care in Laguna Niguel 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 your first appointment. Headway helps you search psychiatrists and other prescribing clinicians, check whether they accept your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront. Every provider listed is accepting new patients, making it easier to compare bios, find someone who matches your needs, 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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