Find a psychiatrist in Murrieta, CA — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Murrieta, CA accepting new patients
Connect with warm, solution-oriented therapists in Murrieta through Headway's network of 1,091 providers. Serving Temecula, Menifee, and surrounding areas, we offer flexible virtual and in-person sessions covered by major insurance plans, helping you find the right provider for your 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.
Hello, I'm Gerrald Angeles, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric medication management for adults throughout California. I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and supported in your mental health care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or navigating mental health challenges alongside chronic conditions, I’m here to help you find balance and feel your best.
My patients can expect me to be warm, empathetic, and genuinely interested in their story. I take time to understand not just current struggles, but also personal history and experiences that have shaped who they are. I believe that mental health is deeply connected to overall health, and treating psychiatric conditions can positively impact all areas of life. I work with all patients and conditions, and I always meet people where they are. If someone isn’t ready for medications, I fully support their choice and will be there to provide guidance, education, and care until the time feels right for them. Above all, I listen, I value each person’s perspective, and I aim to create a safe space where patients feel truly heard.
Dr. Fidelis Azeke is a University of the Pacific, Sacramento graduate and a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who specializes in treating patients of all ages. He has 13 years of nursing experience, and over 6 years of specialization in the practice of psychiatry, overseeing the care of patients - infants, children, adults, through the lifespan. Dr. Azeke is a licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in California, Utah, Washington State and New York State.
Hello, I'm Arch Jungers, PMHNP-BC, and I came to psychiatric care more than seven years as a psychiatric charge RN, leading care teams and sitting with patients in their most difficult moments, before becoming a Nurse Practitioner. I truly believe that together, we can solve any mental health problem. When I'm not here, I'm loving on my dogs, playing tennis, or bowling in my weekly league. I am looking forward to meeting you and seeing how I can be of service to you.
About our psychiatrists serving Murrieta, CA
- 99%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 87%ADD/ADHD
- 85%Bipolar disorder
- 85%PTSD
- 98%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 86%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 62%Curative
- 99%English
- 8%Spanish
- 4%Tagalog
- 4%Igbo
- 2%Hindi
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
- 73%Woman
- 27%Man
- 92%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 18%Family therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
- 7%Couples 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 Murrieta
Finding the right psychiatrist in Murrieta starts with understanding 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 medication over time. Therapists focus on talk therapy and support through structured sessions. If you are looking for care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, or medication management, review each psychiatrist’s listed specialties, background, and approach to see whether their training aligns with what you want to address.
In a smaller city like Murrieta, local psychiatry options may be more limited than in larger nearby markets. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you search for psychiatrists licensed in California. Psychiatric appointments for medication management are often shorter and less frequent than therapy sessions, and some psychiatrists also offer therapy. Some people work with both a therapist and a prescriber. As you compare profiles, look at appointment availability, whether the psychiatrist is accepting new patients, and what their bio says about communication style and session structure.
Psychiatric care in Murrieta can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce out-of-pocket costs. Headway helps you find psychiatrists who match your needs, accept your plan, and are accepting new patients. You can enter your insurance details to see an estimated session cost before booking, then review bios 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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