Psychiatry

Psychiatry Services in Long Beach

Also known as: Psychiatric Care

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Key takeaways

Psychiatry is medical care for diagnosing and treating mental health conditions.
Care is led by a board-certified psychiatric provider, in person or by telehealth.
Plans may include medication management and coordinated referrals.
We explain every option in plain language so you can decide together.

What psychiatry care looks like

Psychiatric care starts with understanding you: your history, your symptoms, and your goals. Your provider confirms an accurate diagnosis and builds a plan grounded in current clinical guidelines.

All of it is outpatient care. You come to scheduled visits at our Long Beach office, or join them by secure video, and go home the same day.

How we work with you

Ongoing visits track how treatment is working and adjust it over time. We explain every option in plain language so you can make informed decisions about your care.

Sources: NIMH: Help for Mental Illnesses, American Psychiatric Association: Psychiatric Evaluation Guidelines.

How it's performed

Care begins with a thorough psychiatric evaluation, followed by a collaborative treatment plan and regular follow-up visits to track progress and adjust as needed.

What to expect

A thorough first evaluation to understand your history and goals
An accurate diagnosis and an individualized plan
Regular follow-up visits to track progress and adjust care

Preparation & follow-up

Preparation

Bring a list of your symptoms, current medications, and any past treatments or records. It helps to write down your questions ahead of time.

Follow-up

Follow-up visits track how treatment is working and fine-tune your plan over time, in person or by secure telehealth.

What it helps treat

Condition	Overview
Anxiety & Related Disorders	Persistent, excessive worry and physical tension, and the evidence-based psychiatric care that calms it.
Depression & Related Disorders	Persistent low mood, loss of interest, and fatigue, and the evidence-based psychiatric care that treats it.
Bipolar & Related Disorders	Shifting highs and lows of mood and energy, and the evidence-based psychiatric care that helps you find balance.
ADHD	Trouble with focus, impulses, and follow-through, and the evidence-based psychiatric care that helps you manage it.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)	Flashbacks, avoidance, and feeling on edge after trauma, and the evidence-based psychiatric care that helps.

Visiting our office

Psychiatry here covers both the first evaluation and the follow-up visits that come after it, at the Long Beach office or on video. Between appointments, keep a short running list of questions, side effects and changes in how you feel, so each follow-up picks up where the last one ended.

Our office: 3646 Long Beach Blvd # 205, Long Beach, CA 90807
Hours: Mon–Fri · 8 AM–6 PM (Pacific)
Phone: (818) 286-3862

Directions and more about our office are on the Psychiatrist in Long Beach page.

Considerations

Psychiatry focuses on diagnosis and medication; talk therapy is coordinated by referral
Care is collaborative. Your preferences and goals guide the plan

We see patients in person at our Long Beach office. Telehealth available across California, with new locations coming to Northern California. See every area we serve.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between psychiatry and therapy?

Psychiatry is medical care that can include diagnosis and medication management by a licensed provider. Talk therapy is a separate, counseling-based treatment. Our practice focuses on psychiatric services and can coordinate therapy referrals.

Do you offer psychiatry visits by telehealth?

Yes. Psychiatry visits are available in person at our Long Beach office and via secure telehealth for patients across California.

Is this outpatient care, and what if I need more support?

Yes, it is outpatient care. You come to scheduled appointments, in person or by video, and go home the same day. Between visits, you can call our office during business hours. If you are thinking about suicide or are in emotional distress, call or text 988 at any time. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911. The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health ACCESS line, (800) 854-7771, answers at any hour and can arrange service referrals.

Sources

Help for Mental Illnesses, NIMH
Mental illness: Diagnosis and treatment, Mayo Clinic
Practice Guidelines for the Psychiatric Evaluation of Adults, American Psychiatric Association
Get Help Now, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

Medically reviewed by Irine Achuamang, MSN, PMHNP-BC. Last reviewed October 21, 2026.

This page is for general information and is not a substitute for professional care. In crisis? Call or text 988.

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