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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in El Cajon, CA

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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in El Cajon, CA

Managing bipolar disorder requires specialized care—Headway connects El Cajon residents with experienced providers trained in family-focused therapy, interpersonal and social rhythm therapy, and DBT skills. Our platform supports both talk therapy and medication management, helping you achieve emotional balance. Start with a free intake call today.

Sean Leonard

Sean Leonard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


I am a board-certified nurse practitioner with many years of experience in healthcare, including primary care, psychiatric mental health, leadership, and wellness-based practice. My background has allowed me to work with individuals facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and medical concerns, and I understand how closely mental health and physical health are connected.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Paul Jaffe

Paul Jaffe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, incisive, and encouraging of your strengths, as I believe your strengths are the best lens with which to see and lift-up your weaknesses.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Edith Quevedo

Edith Quevedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy Yun

Amy Yun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My goal is to provide compassionate, personalized care so you feel supported, understood, and confident in your treatment journey.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chester Profeta

Chester Profeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


“My approach is warm, honest, and practical. I take time to listen, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that makes sense for your life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jillian Ziesmer

Jillian Ziesmer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients find a deeper understanding of themselves, cultivate personal growth, and improve their relationships.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Misty Steffen

Misty Steffen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“I want you to bring your whole self, including your complexities, contradictions, strengths, and struggles, without fear of judgment.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jesse DeLong

Jesse DeLong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“My approach combines medication with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help you manage challenges and reach your personal goals.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Davina Uchegbu

Davina Uchegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“I am trained to treat mental health across the lifespan, and I firmly believe that providing optimal patient care not only reduces societal stigma surrounding mental illness but also enhances overall well-being.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lisa De La O

Lisa De La O

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, thoughtful space where clients feel understood, respected, and supported.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheryl Goularte

Sheryl Goularte

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Hollister, CA


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and focused on helping you feel more stable, confident, and in control of your life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anne Winfrey

Anne Winfrey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My background has shaped a practice style rooted in empathy, gentleness, and deep respect for each individual's lived experience.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Ortega

Jessica Ortega

Therapist

Virtual • Salinas, CA


“With seven years of clinical experience, I work closely with adolescents and young adults navigating anxiety and depression...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samuel Godwin

Samuel Godwin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • El Segundo, CA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adults navigating a wide range of mental health concerns.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monica Cannon

Monica Cannon

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you are struggling with ADHD and/or symptoms of anxiety or depression or are dealing with difficult relationship issues or life transitions, I could be the therapist for you.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelechi Olukaikpe Ogom

Kelechi Olukaikpe Ogom

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I see care as a partnership. You're the expert on your own life, and I bring clinical knowledge to help us make sense of what you're experiencing.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jasmine Maniti

Jasmine Maniti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My work rests on three commitments: listening without judgment, explaining each choice clearly, and making decisions with you rather than for you.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Randall Cox

Randall Cox

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported while working together to identify strengths, build effective coping strategies, and foster meaningful, lasting change.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Zaida Medina

Dr. Zaida Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives. My role begins by helping people to identify and verbalize the issues that may be getting in their way.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Samantha Vellozzi

Samantha Vellozzi

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome! I’m so glad you’ve taken the step to begin therapy, and I’m honored to be a part of your journey toward healing and growth. My name is Sam and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Arizona and California. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families across a wide range of issues, including relational difficulties, mental health challenges, eating disorders, trauma, and more.

Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gurpreet Kaur

Gurpreet Kaur

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often tell me they leave sessions feeling better because they finally have an understanding of what is happening inside of them and know how to move forward with the different obstacles in their lives.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lemlem Payne

Lemlem Payne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My current practice is rooted in meeting the clients "where they are," working cohesively to untangle inner conflicts...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lori Shnorhokian

Lori Shnorhokian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe environment and compassionate, non-judgmental counseling to help you explore the personal and relationship challenges you are facing...”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Autumn Chambers

Autumn Chambers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a strengths-based approach and seek to help you feel heard and empowered by building self-awareness and finding what works for you.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Nicole Penick

Dr. Nicole Penick

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Nicole takes an integrative (humanistic and psychodynamic) approach to tackle the individual desires of each person.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have been in practice for 40+ years and hold both Masters and Doctorate degrees in the Clinical Practice of psychotherapy and assessment.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Natalia Mathis

Natalia Mathis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“When you're in the room with me, you'll be met with a safe and supportive environment filled with kindness, patience, and empathy.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Duong

Christina Duong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Christina! I’m a double board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience in healthcare. I earned my bachelor’s degree from UCLA, master’s from Cal State LA, and post-graduate certification from National University.

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work in family practice, urgent care, and emergency settings, which has given me a broad understanding of how physical and mental health are connected.

I specialize in supporting individuals who are dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sarah Dickinson

Sarah Dickinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


My passion is for helping others get unstuck and flourish! The focus of my practice is geared toward helping you develop affirming responses and positive interpretations of what has happened in your life. I will help you have agency and integrity in the midst of a life transition or challenge that has you feeling stuck or out of ways to help yourself.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jennifer Sandrock

Jennifer Sandrock

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is what's called integrative, which basically means I draw from different evidence-based methods to best support each person.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Arch Jungers

Arch Jungers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


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.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Matthew Enriquez

Matthew Enriquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to meet my clients where they are in their life and help them reach an overall improved quality of life and relationships.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Stress management
Challenging, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Richard Lautenbacher

Dr. Richard Lautenbacher

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Lautenbacher focuses on compassionately building rapport and adapting to your unique needs and goals.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Melissa Christensen

Melissa Christensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring authenticity, partnership, and compassion to sessions, holding space for the parts of you that feel unseen.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Dunne

Danielle Dunne

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe our time together as relaxed and conversational, with a lot of honesty and even more humor along the way.”
Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Arease Edison

Dr. Arease Edison

Therapist

Virtual • Gardena, CA


“I understand the unique complexities many individuals, particularly within Black and Brown communities, face when navigating emotional pain, healing, and asking for support.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linda Quesada Schlein

Linda Quesada Schlein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors in both English and Spanish, bringing warmth, cultural understanding, and a genuine belief in each person's ability to move through hard times.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Omude Adigheji

Omude Adigheji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello and welcome! I'm Omude, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who is deeply committed to creating a space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported, no matter what you're navigating. I specialize in working with trauma, OCD, depression, and anxiety, and I bring an evidence-based, individualized approach to every person I work with. My biggest belief is that real healing happens through collaboration, trust, and empowerment, and I'm here to walk that journey alongside you.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Encino, CA


“I take a thoughtful, gentle, and honest approach to psychotherapy. We'll look beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the deeper patterns shaping your life.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our providers for bipolar disorder support located within 20 miles of El Cajon, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of El Cajon, CA
There are over 20 therapists in El Cajon, CA accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Bipolar disorder
  • 100%Depression
  • 95%Stress management
  • 90%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 65%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 60%Providence Health Plan
  • 55%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 90%English
  • 20%Spanish
  • 5%Farsi
  • 5%French
  • 5%Korean
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 65%Woman
  • 35%Man
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Clinical Psychologist
  • 10%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 50%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 25%Child or adolescent therapy

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