Mental Health

Mental health care is more important than ever, as about one in four adults develop a mental health condition during their lifetime. Linda Clark, NP, based in Newport Beach, California, diagnoses and effectively treats mental health disorders virtually. She offers virtual care for patients living in California, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, and Virginia. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or requesting one online today. 

What is mental health care?

Mental health care addresses thoughts, emotions, moods, and behavior patterns that are outside the norm and cause problems in your daily life. Linda provides diagnostic evaluations, medication refills, and referrals to higher levels of care for medication adjustments and management. 

Which conditions does mental health care address?

Mental health care can diagnose and treat many conditions, including:

• Bipolar disorder
• Depression
• Anxiety disorder
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Schizophrenia
• Eating disorder
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Personality disorder
• Substance use disorder 

When not treated, these mental health conditions can cause problems with your self-care, job, interpersonal relationships, and overall quality of life. 

What are the symptoms of mental health disorders?

Mental health disorders may cause:

• Fatigue
• Physical aches and pains
• Sadness
• Anxiety, worry, or fear
• Loss of interest in favorite activities
• Flashbacks
• Nightmares
• Problems sleeping
• Difficulty concentrating
• Obsessions
• Compulsions
• Mood swings
• Thoughts of suicide
• Substance misuse

The symptoms of mental health conditions can become serious, even life-threatening in some instances, when not addressed.

How are mental health disorders diagnosed and treated?

Diagnosing mental health disorders involves a mental health assessment. Linda meets with you virtually from the comfort of your home. Using a secure connection, she asks questions about your emotions, thoughts, moods, behaviors, medications, medical history, and lifestyle.

Your mental health treatment plan might include psychotherapy, medications, or making lifestyle changes that help you better manage your emotions or behaviors. If you already take medication, Linda may be able to refill it. She also provides referrals to higher levels of care for medication adjustment and management.

To schedule a telehealth appointment with Linda Clark, NP, call the office or request an appointment online today.