Integrative Psychiatry for Adults and Teens on the Central Coast
Blending conventional psychiatric care and psychotherapy with mind-body tools, functional medicine, and evidence- based complementary therapies
Heartpoint Psychiatry and Wellness applies integrative psychiatry and functional medicine in order to offer a personalized approach that is uniquely suited to you. I offer compassionate and individualized psychiatric care to support recovery during periods of distress, while maintaining focus on the goal of long-term well-being. Services are available both in-person and by telemedicine.
Psychiatric conditions we support
Depression & bipolar disorder
PTSD & trauma-related conditions
Obsessive compulsive disorder
ADHD
Substance use disorders
Reproductive mental health (peri-natal, post-partum and peri-menopause)
Nutritional psychiatry and functional medicine
Digestive health
Mind-body therapies (yoga, mindfulness, stress resilience)
Deprescribing when appropriate
Psychotherapy for life transitions, relationship issues, unhealthy patterns or addictions, parenting challenges, and sexuality
What patients have to say
“Can’t say enough good things about Christa. It’s very clear she takes pride in her work and is somebody I have come to respect/trust dearly having had both the difficult, and the not so difficult conversations with her about life”
— patient
“I have never had a provider with such kind and detail oriented bedside manner. She takes her time with her patients and listens which is the most important thing that any person could ever ask for. Thank you Christa for being such a thorough provider and taking your oath so serious. You are a blessing.”
— patient
“Christa has been so kind and compassionate in helping me to navigate a new diagnosis, medications, and treatment plans. In a process that could be overwhelming she has made it not so.”
— patient
Services
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Medication Management
We are thoughtful in our approach to psychopharmacology and strive to use the most minimal amount of medication possible.
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Integrative strategies
Blending conventional medicine with science-based integrative therapies such as mind-body tools and lifestyle medicine with attention to whole person wellness and digestive health.
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Therapy
Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic therapies, motivational interviewing, and exploration into how our past influences the present.
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Functional medicine and lab tests
We consider the root cause of your symptoms through conventional testing and more specialized functional medicine labs when appropriate.