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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.

Rachel Connelly

Rachel Connelly

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy can unravel harmful repetitive thought processes and behaviors. Your painful experiences do not have to define you.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mario Palacios

Mario Palacios

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My role is not to judge or tell you what you want to hear — it's to help you understand yourself more fully, challenge patterns that no longer serve you, and offer tools that support real change.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Deborah Texeira

Deborah Texeira

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in treating complex trauma across a wide range of functioning levels, from high functioning individuals navigating careers, relationships, and daily stressors to clients who may require stabilization and more intensive emotional support.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Gonzalez

Jennifer Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I specialize in the treatment of trauma, OCD, and relationship challenges, using evidence-based, results-driven methods.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Deneau

Melissa Deneau

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and guide them in building practical tools to feel more in control of their lives.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Hernandez

Cynthia Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your care.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maria Pruett

Maria Pruett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower clients by helping them develop practical tools, increase self-awareness, and strengthen their support systems to achieve lasting positive change.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julia Moore

Julia Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


I actively participate in helping you get to where you want to go, and I offer insight when clients have a desire and readiness to hear it. I have worked in the mental health field for over ten years as well, so I have heard it all! My office is a no judgement zone first and foremost. I am a sex therapist and look forward to helping you overcome sexual shame and trauma so that you can have all the intimacy and closeness you desire.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mayra Bonilla

Mayra Bonilla

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and able to grow into the version of yourself you want to be.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eziaha Ihediwah

Eziaha Ihediwah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Welcome,

I’m glad you’re here. Reaching out for support takes courage, and you don’t have to navigate this alone. I am Eziaha Ihediwah a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and I specialize in working with individuals dealing with ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and eating disorder, this is a space where you will be heard, respected, and taken seriously. Your experiences matter, and your care will be tailored to you—not a one-size-fits-all plan.


Your role in this process Healing is a partnership. You’ll always have space to ask questions, express concerns, and be involved in decisions about your care. Progress may take time, but we will move at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you.

If you ever feel overwhelmed between visits, please reach out. Support is available, and you deserve consistent care.

I look forward to working with you and supporting you toward stability, clarity, and improved quality of life.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Audrea Nicholson

Audrea Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting youth, people of color, and the LGBTQIA+ community through life's challenges.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dishina Singer

Dishina Singer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is rooted in a holistic approach, where I consider the whole person rather than just the symptoms.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Maternal mental health
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cindy Faraguna

Cindy Faraguna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am dual board-certified as a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner and family nurse practitioner with a passion for functional medicine. I believe mental health is best addressed by looking at the whole person—mind, body, and soul. I’ve been working in healthcare for over 20 years. Through my experience in mental health, I have the privilege of working with adults aged 21–60. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, mood disorders, and eating disorders, offering a safe and respectful space for growth and healing.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tabitha McJunkins

Tabitha McJunkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Monrovia, CA


“As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 20 years of mental health experience, compassionate, evidence-based care is provided...”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Doug Aucoin

Doug Aucoin

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Even if you are currently struggling, change is possible. My clients consistently report that they feel heard, cared for, and supported as they work towards addressing the difficult issues that brought them to therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Socorro Yami Bernal

Socorro Yami Bernal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ventura, CA


“My sessions are collaborative and warm offering you a safe space to explore emotions while building practical daily tools.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Magdalene Osunde

Magdalene Osunde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“My goal is to create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nadia Seray-wurie

Nadia Seray-wurie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Welcome! Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is powerful, and I’m honored to welcome you to our practice.

I’m Nadia Seray-Wurie, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to delivering compassionate, top-tier psychiatric and medical care to individuals and families across our communities. We bring flexible, high-quality care directly to you—offering both in-person appointments and seamless telepsychiatry services. Together, we’ll build a personalized approach to your health so you can thrive.You don’t have to do this alone—we're here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lemuel Constantino

Lemuel Constantino

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I know how overwhelming it can feel to search for care that fits your life, especially in the evenings or on weekends when things finally slow down. I work with adults navigating depression, anxiety, and trauma, and I bring a steady, practical mindset from my years in high acuity inpatient psychiatric care to every session. My goal is to help you build coping tools that hold up in real life, not just in the therapy room. I offer evening and weekend appointments so care fits your schedule, not the other way around. I am a Psychiatric NP, and my sessions blend medication management with genuine conversation about what is going on in your life.

Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Olesya Leskel

Olesya Leskel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My formal training in psychology, education, and basic medicine enables me to consider my client's needs from multiple angles.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Saldana

Ashley Saldana

Therapist

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“I believe you are the expert on your life, and I provide a safe environment for clients to explore their emotions and work towards restructuring the way they think with the goal of long-term healing.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Desiree Trujeque

Desiree Trujeque

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and respected.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chase Christensen

Chase Christensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Working with clients who have trauma, depression, ADHD, and Bipolar are areas I am very comfortable with and would consider a strength of mine.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Spampinato

Lauren Spampinato

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My style is down-to-earth, direct, and relatable. I am not easily shocked, and there are no wrong answers in therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Tina Namakian

Tina Namakian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice integrates multicultural and queer-affirming frameworks, with particular attention to the impact of systemic oppression on mental health and wellbeing.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Pereira

Shannon Pereira

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hemet, CA


My goal is to help you overcome the challenges you are facing in a safe and comfortable environment to help you improve your quality of life. My passion is helping those with substance use disorders, including alcohol and opioid use disorder, safely detox from the substances and work towards a meaningful and long-lasting recovery. With a decade of experience serving a wide range of patients I am a dual-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yvonne Miller

Yvonne Miller

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and live a life worth celebrating.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Egharevba

Daniel Egharevba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take time to understand your symptoms, history, and strengths so we can build a treatment plan that supports long‐term stability and meaningful progress.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Treniss Roberts

Treniss Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and I work alongside my clients to help them build resilience, find clarity, and reconnect (or connect) with their values.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kyle Windham

Kyle Windham

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is rooted in the belief that true healing requires both robust, research-backed tools and a deeply authentic human bond.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Abell

Brian Abell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You will take away a variety of insights and skills that will allow you to reduce the frequency, intensity, and duration of the symptoms or struggles you have sought therapy for.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Eliza Rivera-Mitu

Eliza Rivera-Mitu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Torrance, CA


Hi, I’m Eliza Rivera-Mitu, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, as well as the psychiatric challenges in autism. With a background in both psychiatry and family medicine, I take a holistic approach that considers the whole person—not just the diagnosis. I'm passionate about helping you feel heard, empowered, and supported in your mental health journey.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amber Smith

Amber Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to communicate in a direct yet non-judgmental way. My style is to listen intently, ask clarifying questions, and offer insights to help you gain new perspectives.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shelby Solomon

Dr. Shelby Solomon

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Solomon recognizes therapy is an uplifting, supportive, and sometimes challenging experience, and believes establishing trust, safety, and open communication is essential to the process.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kimberly Heath

Kimberly Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I’ve been a nurse for more than a decade, including six years as a U.S. Navy nurse caring for mothers and newborns.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Scharding

Dr. Jennifer Scharding

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have worked in-depth with gender identity and clients in transition. I have experience and interest in working with trauma and the strength-based approach I use is powerful for helping clients rediscover and embrace their self-worth.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Ogude

Patricia Ogude

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is open-minded, empowering, and solution-oriented, with a focus on helping clients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their treatment.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Robert McShane

Robert McShane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


“I specialize in relationship dynamics, addiction, anxiety, anger, depression, and compulsive behaviors.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rachael Young-Reni

Rachael Young-Reni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am warm, non-judgmental, and supportive. I use various modalities and approaches depending on what is going on in your life and your stated goal.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Rodriguez

Emily Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Camarillo, CA


“I like to make therapy easy and fun! It shouldn't feel like work to come learn how to deal with challenges.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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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