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Psychiatrists in Long Beach, CA

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Psychiatrists in Long Beach, CA: what to know before you book

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who diagnose mental-health conditions and manage medication. Some also provide psychotherapy, but most patients see a psychiatrist for medication management and a separate therapist for weekly talk therapy. Initial visits are typically 45–90 minutes; follow-ups run 15–30 minutes. Sub-specialists focus on child/adolescent, addiction, geriatric, or forensic psychiatry. In Long Beach, CA, patients searching for psychiatrists typically combine local availability with referrals to sub-specialists across California. Coverage for psychiatrists is available across Long Beach through the region's major hospital systems and independent practices.

Long Beach, California is served by an active mix of primary-care practices, community hospitals, and multi-specialty clinics. For psychiatrists specifically, verify board certification, hospital affiliation, and whether the clinician is in-network with your California insurance plan before booking. This page currently lists 28 verified clinicians in Long Beach.

Specialty
Psychiatrists
City
Long Beach, CA
State
California
Listings
28+ verified clinicians
Data source
Federal NPPES NPI Registry

Common symptoms psychiatrists treat in Long Beach

Patients in Long Beach typically see a psychiatrist for:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Sleep problems
  • Panic attacks
  • Attention or focus issues
  • Mood swings

Conditions psychiatrists manage

  • Major depressive disorder
  • Generalized anxiety
  • Bipolar disorder
  • ADHD
  • PTSD
  • OCD

Questions to ask at your first Long Beach appointment

Bring this list to your visit — the answers help you compare clinicians:

  • Which diagnosis best fits what I'm experiencing?
  • What non-medication options should we try first?
  • What are the side effects of the medication you're recommending?
  • How long before we know if it's working, and what's the plan if it isn't?
  • Do you also provide therapy, or should I see a separate therapist?
  • What symptoms mean I need to reach out between visits?

How to choose a psychiatrist in Long Beach, CA

  • Confirm board certification with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
  • Match sub-specialty — child/adolescent, addiction, geriatric, or general adult.
  • Ask about the wait for a first appointment; a 3-month wait may be too long for acute symptoms.
  • Prefer a doctor who coordinates with your therapist and PCP.
  • Verify whether they take insurance or are cash-pay only — many psychiatrists are out-of-network.

Frequently asked questions — psychiatrists in Long Beach, CA

How many psychiatrists are listed in Long Beach, CA?

28 verified psychiatrists clinicians are listed on Help Me Find A Doctor for Long Beach, CA, sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry. The list refreshes as clinicians are added, retire, or update their practice addresses.

How do I find a psychiatrist near me in Long Beach, CA?

Every Long Beach, CA psychiatrists listing on this page shows the practice street address so you can sort by proximity to your home or workplace. For same-day needs, call the closest 2–3 offices first — many hold a handful of urgent slots each day. If nothing is available locally, expand to the state hub for California to see clinicians in neighboring metros.

How do I choose a psychiatrist in Long Beach, CA?

Start by confirming the clinician's board certification and primary specialty on their profile, then compare their practice location, phone, and any patient reviews. Every Long Beach, CA listing links to the NPPES record so you can verify credentials before booking. If you need a second opinion, browse related specialties on the same page.

Does insurance cover psychiatrists visits in Long Beach?

Most major medical plans cover a psychiatrist visit when the referral is medically necessary; cosmetic or elective procedures are typically self-pay. Call the Long Beach office directly with your insurance card ready — front-desk staff can verify network status and any prior-authorization requirements before your appointment.

How do I find a doctor in Long Beach who takes my insurance?

Open any specialty page under the Long Beach directory (for example, Family Medicine and Internal Medicine) and use the Insurance filter to narrow the list to your carrier. Coverage varies by plan tier — a doctor may accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO but not the HMO product — so always confirm your specific plan with the office before booking. California Medicaid and Medicare Advantage networks also vary practice-by-practice in Long Beach.

How many doctors practice in California?

California has thousands of licensed clinicians in the federal NPPES NPI Registry — every California physician, dentist, nurse practitioner, and licensed allied-health provider you'll find on Help Me Find A Doctor is indexed from that authoritative source and refreshed on a weekly cadence.

About the specialty

About psychiatrists in Long Beach, CA

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who diagnose mental-health conditions and manage medication. Some also provide psychotherapy, but most patients see a psychiatrist for medication management and a separate therapist for weekly talk therapy. Initial visits are typically 45–90 minutes; follow-ups run 15–30 minutes. Sub-specialists focus on child/adolescent, addiction, geriatric, or forensic psychiatry.

Every clinician listed on this page is sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry for Long Beach, CA. Use the guidance below to decide who to book — then use the A–Z directory to compare individual profiles.

Common symptoms psychiatrists treat

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Sleep problems
  • Panic attacks
  • Attention or focus issues
  • Mood swings

Conditions psychiatrists manage

  • Major depressive disorder
  • Generalized anxiety
  • Bipolar disorder
  • ADHD
  • PTSD
  • OCD

Questions to ask at your first visit

  1. 1Which diagnosis best fits what I'm experiencing?
  2. 2What non-medication options should we try first?
  3. 3What are the side effects of the medication you're recommending?
  4. 4How long before we know if it's working, and what's the plan if it isn't?
  5. 5Do you also provide therapy, or should I see a separate therapist?
  6. 6What symptoms mean I need to reach out between visits?

How to choose psychiatrist in Long Beach

  • Confirm board certification with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
  • Match sub-specialty — child/adolescent, addiction, geriatric, or general adult.
  • Ask about the wait for a first appointment; a 3-month wait may be too long for acute symptoms.
  • Prefer a doctor who coordinates with your therapist and PCP.
  • Verify whether they take insurance or are cash-pay only — many psychiatrists are out-of-network.

28 clinicians listed, A–Z by last name