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    Mary Poonan, M.D

    3.0 (2 reviews)

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    Phuong Tran, DNP - Dr. Phuong Tran, DNP

    Phuong Tran, DNP

    4.6(110 reviews)
    7.6 mi
    Certified professionals
    Remote services

    What has surprised me the most in working with Dr. Tran is the way he listens -- deeply, patiently,…read moreand with genuine interest. Before him, I had experiences where I felt like I had to fight to be heard, rush through concerns, or only share the "important" symptoms because I worried the provider didn't have time for the rest. That kind of environment makes it hard to be vulnerable or honest. With Dr. Tran, it's the complete opposite. For the first time, I feel like I can say everything without needing to filter or edit myself. He listens to the full story, even when I'm rambling, anxious, or unsure how to articulate what l'm feeling. He doesn't interrupt. He doesn't rush me along. He doesn't jump to conclusions. He lets me speak in my own pace and my own way. Then, once I'm finished, he reflects back what he heard - not in a robotic way, but in a way that makes it clear he truly understood what I meant, not just what I said. That level of careful listening has helped me open up more than I ever have in mental health treatment. There have been sessions where I walked in overwhelmed, on the verge of tears, or feeling completely lost. He never looks uncomfortable or impatient. He stays calm, grounded, and steady, gently guiding me through the conversation until I can breathe again and see things clearly. That kind of support has been invaluable. And when I have questions -- whether about symptoms, medications, or even just the emotional experience of what I'm going through -- he answers them thoroughly and thoughtfully. Never rushed. Never dismissive. Never acting like I should already know the answer. I always leave appointments feeling more informed, more grounded, and more seen. Because I finally feel truly heard, my progress has accelerated dramatically. I'm able to share things I've held in for years, and that honesty has transformed the way I understand myself. I can't express how rare and meaningful that experience has been.

    What makes Dr. Tran stand out from almost every provider I've seen is his ability to see the whole…read moreperson, not just the diagnosis. So many clinicians focus only on symptom checklists: sleep, appetite, energy, mood rating, anxiety level. But they overlook the deeper layers that drive those symptoms. Dr. Tran does the opposite. He understands that mental health is connected to everything: relationships, identity, stress, physical health, past experiences, lifestyle, trauma, even daily habits. And he weaves all of those layers into treatment in a way that feels seamless and supportive.   He asks about what's happening at work, at home, socially, emotionally, physically. Not out of curiosity, but because he understands how interconnected each part of life is. He notices patterns between sleep, stress, mood, and behavior. He helps me understand how certain environments impact me or how certain habits influence my energy. His holistic approach isn't just psychological. It's practical. He encourages healthy routines, grounding techniques, boundaries, coping strategies, scheduling adjustments, and lifestyle shifts that actually fit into my life. None of it feels overwhelming or unrealistic. He explains why each change matters and how it supports the bigger picture. Because he treats me as a whole person, I've noticed improvements far beyond my initial symptoms. My confidence is higher. My energy is better. My daily functioning has improved. I feel more balanced emotionally and more capable mentally. Working with him has shown me what psychiatric care should be: not just symptom management, but true whole-person healing.

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    David M Davis, MD - David M. Davis, M.D.

    David M Davis, MD

    4.7(60 reviews)
    8.0 mi

    Dr Davis simply put is the best doctor I've worked with for the past 8 years after moving here from…read moreChicago. Like many people I've researched and tested a few psychiatrist and Dr. Davis and I clicked on very well from day 1, and ever since we only got better in all ways possible. 1st Dr. Davis really cares about my well being and he really asks the right questions to guide me to the right direction along with medications to support my needs. Dr. Davis is really down to earth and very easy going to allow me to really open up and honestly, he knows me very well which allows him to give me some life counseling and guidance in some of my lowest moments in life, and Dr. Davis has seen me grow so much from when I didn't have kids to now happily married with 2 kids. With proper medications and checkups I was able to make my life much more enjoyable, making my life much more positive, and just overall a better person living a healthy life. I see Dr Davis as a good friend to chit chat about anything. Also I have to give a big shout out to Barbara, his secretary is also very cool and down to earth dealing with my scheduling, and appointment reminders. Overall Dr Davis and Barbara makes a all start great team and I highly recommend anyone reading this to really give Dr. Davis a try and you won't be disappointed!

    Dr. Davis is an excellent psychiatrist and I'm so grateful I was referred to him by a good friend…read moreof mine. He is so easy to talk to you and you feel so comfortable opening up and speaking to him about anything. He's "real talk". He listens and provides direct constructive insight. He really wants to help his patients. He is genuine, understanding compassionate caring and funny. He always asks about my family members and refers to them all by name. He provides powerful work for individual therapy and his real-world perspective make him a very real down to earth psychiatrist. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent psychiatrist who truly cares.

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    David M Davis, MD - Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), all new and current patients will now be seen via tele-psychiatry.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), all new and current patients will now be seen via tele-psychiatry.

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    Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists Huntington Beach - Dr. Alejandro Alva

    Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists Huntington Beach

    3.0(26 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    Been a patient of Dr. Brandon Stutz for many years. He is the man and really cares. Every time I…read moremeet him to go through the medication plan, he always takes time to ask about my parents and life. He's a really good guy and I'm glad this place has treated him well. I met with Alison once when Brandon was out and she was excellent. Their Regions pharmacy is always stocked with my prescription needs and offer delivery which is unheard of. Got nothing but great things to say about this place and would recommend anybody seeking specialized care in this field to go. Unfortunately, I don't think Dr. Stutz has any more slots to take on more patients (reflection of how great he is) but I'm confident the other practitioners there will work all day to address what keeps you up at night.

    i have been in a patient assistance program to afford my medicine for two years without a hitch…read more When my Doctor, Gus Alva, merged his practice with Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists group that all stopped. Not only did the office staff say they never heard of that program, they didn't seem to be curious to learn about it or care that I might not get my medication. My request to speak with the office manager was ignored as were messages left on her answering machine. At this point I will be contacting the Insurance commissioner to help me get through to them and get my medication.

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