- Anxiety
- Depression
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- OCD
Breakthrough Mental Health
Psychiatric care in Long Beach, online across California
Board-certified psychiatric care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD: thorough evaluation, careful medication management, and regular follow-up. See us in Long Beach, or by telehealth anywhere in California.
Mon–Fri · 8 AM–6 PM
Same-week appointments availableMost major insurance accepted
Who we’re for
You don’t need a diagnosis, a label, or a crisis to reach out. Just a sense that something feels off is enough. If you’re not sure we’re the right fit, that’s a good reason to call, not a reason to wait.
- Accepting new patients
- Same-week appointments available
- We see children (6–17), adults and elders (65+)
- In person in Long Beach
- Telehealth across California
- Most major insurance accepted
- Self-pay & sliding-scale options
Need support right now? If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 (free, 24/7). Call or text 988 · 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
You’re welcome here
What you can count on
Same-week
appointments available
In-network
with most major plans
Telehealth
across California
Confidential
private & HIPAA-secure
How we care
A warm, whole-person approach, grounded in evidence, delivered without judgment.
Clinical empathy
Warm, plain-language care from qualified providers, never cold jargon.
Evidence-based
Treatments grounded in current research and recognized clinical guidelines.
Whole-person
We treat the person, not just the symptom, at a pace that feels safe.
Conditions we treat
Clear, supportive information to help you understand what you’re experiencing, and how care can help.
Anxiety
Persistent worry, panic, and physical tension, and the treatments that calm it.
Depression
Low mood, loss of interest, and fatigue. Effective, evidence-based care exists.
Trauma & PTSD
Support for the lasting effects of distressing or traumatic experiences.
ADHD
Trouble focusing, restlessness, and follow-through that gets in the way of daily life.
Also treating
Treatments & services
Evidence-based psychiatric care, from a thorough first evaluation to ongoing medication management. We coordinate therapy referrals when they would help.
Psychiatry
Psychiatry Services
Comprehensive psychiatric care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing management led by a board-certified provider.
Medication Management
Medication Management
Careful selection, monitoring, and adjustment of psychiatric medications to maximize benefit and minimize side effects.
Psychiatric Evaluation
Psychiatric Evaluation
A thorough first assessment to understand your history and symptoms and build an accurate diagnosis and plan.
Meet our team
Credentialed, compassionate providers ready to partner with you on your care.
Austina Cho, MD
Collaborating Psychiatrist
- Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- PTSD
- Schizophrenia
Stories of feeling better
Real progress starts with one conversation. Here’s what care with us can feel like.
I finally felt heard. The whole process was warm and unhurried. Exactly what I needed.
JMJ. M.In care since 2024 Booking was simple and they took my insurance. My provider actually listens and explains things clearly.
ARA. R.Anxiety & stress Telehealth made it easy to keep up with care around work. I feel like myself again.
DKD. K.Depression care
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Three gentle steps. No forms to dread, no pressure.
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Reach out
Call us, or check your coverage online. It starts with a short, judgment-free first conversation.
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Get matched
We pair you with a qualified provider suited to your needs, goals, and insurance.
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Begin care
Start with a warm first conversation and a plan that moves at a pace that feels safe.
Taking the first step is enough
Reaching out can feel hard, and you don't have to do it over the phone. Leave your number and a real person will call you back for a short, judgment-free conversation to understand what you need and match you with the right care.
You don't need a diagnosis, a referral, or a crisis to reach out.
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or call (818) 286-3862Latest from our resources
Evidence-based, plain-language articles from our clinical team, with practical guidance you can trust.
Getting Care
When Anxiety, ADHD, and Depression Look Alike: Why Getting the Diagnosis Right Matters
Trouble focusing, poor sleep, and restlessness can come from ADHD, anxiety, or depression. Here is how they overlap, how they differ, and why the right diagnosis matters.
Depression
How Long Does Depression Medication Take to Work? A Realistic Week-by-Week Timeline
Medication for depression usually needs 4 to 8 weeks to work fully. Here is what tends to change first, week by week, and when to call your provider.
Getting Care
Starting a New Psychiatric Medication: What the First 30 Days Usually Feel Like
The first month on a new psychiatric medication is mostly an adjustment period. Here is what it tends to feel like, what is normal, and when to call your provider.
Visit us
In person in Long Beach, or by secure telehealth, wherever you are in California.
Our office
3646 Long Beach Blvd # 205Long Beach, CA 90807
Hours
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Closed Saturday and Sunday
Telehealth
Telehealth available across California, with new locations coming to Northern California.
Frequently asked questions
Do you accept my insurance?
We’re in-network with most major plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Beacon Health Options, Carelon, Cigna, Evernorth, and more. We do not currently take Medi-Cal managed care. Not sure about yours? Use “Verify your coverage” below and our team will confirm your benefits, or give us a call.
How soon can I be seen?
Same-week appointments are often available for new patients. Reach out and we’ll match you with a provider and find a time that works for you.
Will you just put me on medication?
No. Nothing is started, changed, or stopped without talking it through with you first. Care begins with a thorough psychiatric evaluation; if medication is one of your options, your provider explains the benefits, the risks, and the possible side effects in plain language, and you decide together. Many people want to understand their options before deciding anything. That’s exactly what the first visit is for.
Do you offer therapy as well?
Our care is psychiatric: diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing medication management. We don’t provide talk therapy in house, but we coordinate therapy referrals when they would help, so the two sides of your care stay connected rather than separate.
What ages do you treat?
We care for children (6–17), adults and elders (65+), in person in Long Beach or by secure telehealth across California. If someone’s needs fall outside what we treat, we’ll say so honestly and help point you toward the right care.
Do you offer telehealth or virtual visits?
Yes. We provide secure video visits across greater Los Angeles and all of California, alongside in-person care at our Long Beach office, so you can get support in whatever way feels most comfortable.
What happens at the first appointment?
Your first visit is an unhurried conversation. Your provider listens to what you’re experiencing, answers your questions, and works with you on a plan that feels right, with no pressure.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes. Your health information is protected under HIPAA. We use it to provide your care, bill your insurance, and run our practice. Beyond that, we only share it with your written authorization, or in the narrow situations the law requires (for example, a court order or a serious safety risk). Our Notice of Privacy Practices explains each one.
What if I don’t have insurance?
Cost shouldn’t be a barrier to care. Our self-pay rates are $250 for an initial psychiatric evaluation (about an hour) and $150 for a follow-up visit (about 30 minutes), and sliding-scale options are available. You’ll know what your care will cost before your first appointment. Just ask.
Still unsure? A short call answers most questions. No obligation, no pressure.
Accepted in-network
In-network with your insurance
We're in-network with most major plans, so care stays affordable. Not sure about yours? Verify your coverage in about a minute, or we'll gladly check it for you.
No card to hand? Leave your name, phone number and email, tick “look it up for me”, and we'll do the checking. Self-pay & sliding-scale options are also available.
Plans we accept
You’ll know the cost before you start
We confirm your benefits before your first appointment and tell you plainly what your care will cost. No surprise bills, no fine print. If you’re paying out of pocket, ask about self-pay and sliding-scale options.
Your right to a Good Faith Estimate
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
Read the full notice
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, medications, equipment, and hospital fees.
Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit cms.gov/nosurprises.
Care that meets you where you are
Book a consultation today. Most major insurance accepted, with same-week appointments available.