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⚕ Telehealth Psychiatric Care · California (CA)

Psychiatric NP Care in California — Whole-Person, Telehealth-First

Family1st Integrated Therapy & Wellness is licensed to serve patients throughout California via telehealth — bringing board-certified PMHNP psychiatric care directly to you in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, and everywhere in between. No commute. No waiting rooms. Just exceptional care that meets you where you are.

California's size and diversity create enormous psychiatric need — from tech-industry burnout in Silicon Valley to underserved communities in the Central Valley. Our telehealth model reaches patients across the state who need integrated, whole-person psychiatric care.

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Services Available in California

  • Psychiatric Medication Management
  • Individual Psychotherapy
  • Spravato (Esketamine) Treatment
  • GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
  • Addiction & MAT Treatment
  • Eating Disorder Treatment
  • Adolescent Psychiatric Care (Ages 13+)
  • Certified Gambling Counseling (Coming Soon)

Insurance accepted: Medicare · Medicaid · BCBS · Aetna · UHC · Cigna · Tricare · Self-Pay

Integrated Psychiatric Care Built for California Patients

California has over 6 million adults with unmet mental health needs. Our telehealth model eliminates barriers — no waiting lists for in-person slots, no hour-long drives for a 20-minute appointment.

🏠 See Your Provider From Home

All psychiatric services — medication management, therapy, Spravato evaluation, GLP-1 prescribing, HRT, and addiction treatment — are available via secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth. You must be physically located in California at the time of your appointment.

👨‍👩‍👧 Adults & Adolescents Welcome

We serve adults of all ages and adolescents ages 13–17 (with parental consent) in California. Teens struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, eating disorders, or trauma deserve expert psychiatric care — and we're here for them too.

💊 Full Prescriptive Authority

As a PMHNP-BC with full practice authority, Kristin McKnight can independently evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe in California — including psychiatric medications, GLP-1 weight loss agents, hormone therapy, and buprenorphine/Suboxone for MAT.

🔒 Insurance Accepted

We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Tricare for eligible services in California. Self-pay pricing is available. We verify your benefits before your first appointment — no surprises.

Serving Patients Across California

Our telehealth practice serves patients throughout California. No matter where you are in the state, you can access board-certified psychiatric care from Family1st.

📍 Los Angeles Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 San Francisco Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 San Diego Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 Sacramento Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 San Jose Telehealth psychiatric services available
📍 Oakland Telehealth psychiatric services available

High-demand communities we serve:

Beverly Hills Palo Alto Marin County Santa Monica Pacific Palisades Brentwood

Mental Health Conditions Treated via Telehealth in California

We provide evidence-based psychiatric care for adults and adolescents (13+) across California for the following conditions:

Anxiety Disorders

GAD, panic disorder, social anxiety, and phobias — medication management and CBT-based therapy.

Depression & TRD

Major depressive disorder through treatment-resistant depression, including Spravato (esketamine) evaluation.

PTSD & Trauma

Trauma-informed care for PTSD from any cause — evidence-based therapy and medication support.

ADHD (Adults & Teens)

Evaluation, diagnosis, and medication management for ADHD in adults and adolescents ages 13+.

Bipolar Disorder

Mood stabilizer management, lithium monitoring, and integrated therapy for bipolar I and II.

OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder treated with ERP therapy and medication management.

Eating Disorders

Binge eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, ARFID — psychiatric medication and behavioral therapy.

Addiction & MAT

Buprenorphine/Suboxone for opioid use disorder, naltrexone for alcohol use disorder — telehealth MAT available in California.

Adolescent Psychiatry

Ages 13–17: anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, eating disorders, and mood disorders — with parental involvement.

Spravato (Esketamine) Evaluation for California Patients

If you've tried two or more antidepressants without adequate relief, Spravato may be worth exploring. Family1st provides Spravato evaluation and treatment coordination for eligible patients in California. As a REMS-certified provider, we guide you through the full process — including insurance verification and prior authorization.

Who Qualifies for Spravato in California?

Adults who have tried at least two antidepressants without sufficient relief (treatment-resistant depression), or adults with major depressive disorder with suicidal ideation. A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is required to determine eligibility.

Insurance Coverage in California

Spravato is covered by Medicare Part B, Medicaid (in most states), BCBS, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and most major commercial plans when prior authorization is approved. We handle the prior auth process for you. Coverage varies by plan.

Frequently Asked Questions — Telehealth Psychiatry in California

Is Family1st licensed to practice in California?

Yes. Kristin McKnight, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC holds an active license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with full practice authority in California. We provide telehealth psychiatric services to patients physically located in California at the time of their appointment.

Do you treat adolescents in California?

Yes — we provide psychiatric care for adolescents ages 13–17 in California, including evaluation, medication management, and therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and eating disorders. Parental or legal guardian consent is required for all minor patients.

How do I get started as a new patient in California?

Book a free 15-minute consultation through our website. We'll verify your insurance, discuss your needs, and schedule your intake appointment — all via telehealth. You'll need to be physically located in California at the time of your appointment.

Can I get buprenorphine (Suboxone) for opioid use disorder via telehealth in California?

Yes. Federal telehealth flexibilities allow buprenorphine prescribing via telehealth without an in-person visit requirement. After an initial telehealth evaluation, a prescription can be sent to your pharmacy in California. All MAT services are confidential and judgment-free.

Do you accept insurance for patients in California?

Yes — we accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Tricare, and self-pay for eligible services in California. Coverage varies by plan and service. We verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Ready to Get Started in California?

Book your free 15-minute consultation today. We'll verify your insurance, answer your questions, and get you scheduled — all from the comfort of home.

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