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Bend Health
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They conn... More
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Offers online care for San Diego, California
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They connect you with licensed therapists and clinicia... More
Who might be a good fit for Bend?
Bend Health may be well-suited to individuals who value evidence-based, personalized virtual care in managing mental health challenges across childhood and young adulthood. Their approach integrates a range of therapies, including family-based and trauma-informed care, to support children, teens, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, and identity-related issues. View Profile
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MARCIA HOWARD
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience in the mental he... More
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Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience in the mental health field. My goal is to provide a safe and... More
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CAROLINE NDIFON
My name is Caroline Ndifon, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC, NP California. Master's degr... More
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PMHNP
Female
My name is Caroline Ndifon, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC, NP California. Master's degree in nursing / health care Education from Un... More
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EDGAR MELENDEZ
Hello, I am Edgar! I understand we all go through struggles at some point in our lives. For some of us, this may seem more frequ... More
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LMFT
Male
Hello, I am Edgar! I understand we all go through struggles at some point in our lives. For some of us, this may seem more frequent than others. I am a firm believer that yo... More
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VANESSA RICHARDSON
I am licensed in Florida, California and Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients ... More
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LCSW
Female
I am licensed in Florida, California and Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, mo... More
San Diego, CA
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MICHAEL MARSHALL
Hi! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I specialize in medication man... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Male
Hi! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I specialize in medication management for all mental health disorders. I ha... More
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NNAMDI OFOEZE
As a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner, my purpose is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals struggli... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Male
As a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner, my purpose is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals struggling with mental health challenges. With a focu... More
San Diego, CA
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MIN CEN
A little bit about me: I have been practicing as a PMHNP for 3 years. I have been practicing as a FNP for 5 years. In the past, ... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
A little bit about me: I have been practicing as a PMHNP for 3 years. I have been practicing as a FNP for 5 years. In the past, I had been operating my own restaurant for ab... More
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FELICIA PARKER
My approach draws on psychoanalytic thinking, which revolves on one central idea: much of what we think and feel remains outside o... More
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LCSW
Female
My approach draws on psychoanalytic thinking, which revolves on one central idea: much of what we think and feel remains outside of our awareness. Sometimes we keep powerful... More
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DAUNNE LAND
Hello, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 7 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults... More
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LMFT
Female
Hello, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 7 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I have provided the... More
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MICHELLE SOTO
There is always room for growth no matter what age or where you are in life. It is my mission to help people in their personal gro... More
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LMFT
Female
There is always room for growth no matter what age or where you are in life. It is my mission to help people in their personal growth and reach their full potential. I genuine... More
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MARLENE CORTES
Hi there! My name is Marlene. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I've had the pleasure of working in mental health for ... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Female
Hi there! My name is Marlene. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I've had the pleasure of working in mental health for over 7 years. I specialize in working with ad... More
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SOLOMON OKWUEZE
Are you seeking psychiatric support from a provider who blends deep expertise with heartfelt empathy? Immediate openings are now a... More
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PMHNP
Male
Are you seeking psychiatric support from a provider who blends deep expertise with heartfelt empathy? Immediate openings are now available. Dr. Solomon Okwueze, DNP, is a Boar... More
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MOLLY SNELL
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Nursing from California ... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Nursing from California State University San Marcos, where I graduate... More
San Diego, CA
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ANNA ROSS
Are you looking for an experienced psych med provider with a conservative approach to prescription meds? As a dual board certified... More
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PMHNP
Female
Are you looking for an experienced psych med provider with a conservative approach to prescription meds? As a dual board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner... More
San Diego, CA
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MICHAEL BRUNDAGE
Hello! I'm Michael and if you are reading this, you are likely considering therapy as an avenue to make a change in your life. Thi... More
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LMFT
Male
Hello! I'm Michael and if you are reading this, you are likely considering therapy as an avenue to make a change in your life. This is the first step in building the life you ... More
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ULOMA ANOZIE
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Studies at Long Beach State University California with Master degree, then go... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Studies at Long Beach State University California with Master degree, then got my DNP ( Doctor in nursing practice) at Bra... More
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MAVIS EFUETNGU
Hello, my name is Mavis. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in California, Arizona, an... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
Hello, my name is Mavis. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Are you struggling to get answers o... More
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TIFFANY FIGUERO
Hello, my name is Tiffany Figuero and I’m a certified Nurse Practitioner that specializes in psychiatry. I have eight years of e... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
Hello, my name is Tiffany Figuero and I’m a certified Nurse Practitioner that specializes in psychiatry. I have eight years of experience working with both inpatient and out... More
San Diego, CA
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ASHLEY CISNEROS
Hello there! Life is a journey, and we all need help sometimes. Congratulations on making the first step to taking back control ... More
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LCSW|LICSW
Female
Hello there! Life is a journey, and we all need help sometimes. Congratulations on making the first step to taking back control over your life. You are brave and courageous ... More
San Diego, CA
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Mental Health Services in San Diego, California

As the second-largest city in California, San Diego is home to a diverse population of over 1.4 million people. Renowned for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and rich cultural heritage, residents enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle. Landmarks like Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo contribute to the city's vibrant atmosphere.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for San Diego Residents

Common mental health concerns in San Diego include anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. According to the California Health Care Foundation, approximately 1 in 6 adults in California experience mental health challenges, while 1 in 20 suffer severe mental health disorders.

Access to Care & Providers in San Diego

In San Diego, both public and private mental health services are readily available. Local crisis lines offer immediate support, while community organizations provide ongoing care. Notable initiatives include the City of San Diego's Behavioral Health Services and the San Diego Access and Crisis Line.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in San Diego.
  • Trauma-focused care, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), is offered by many therapists.
  • San Diego is also known for unique offerings such as e-therapy, bilingual care, and veteran support.

Local Policies & Stressors

Despite its many attractions, San Diego's high cost of living can be a stressor, as can industry pressures within the city's significant biotech and military sectors. Additionally, student mental health is a concern given the large population of higher education institutions.

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