Services

Comprehensive mental health services tailored to your unique needs in Los Angeles, CA.

At Blue Ocean Mental Health, we provide comprehensive psychiatric care for adults in Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Venice, and Marina del Rey, …with secure telehealth appointments available to patients throughout California, including the Bay Area and San Francisco.

 

From psychiatric evaluations and medication management to brief supportive therapy and GeneSight testing, every service is personalized and insurance-friendly. We also offer deprescribing and diagnostic confirmation for patients seeking a second opinion or a lower medication burden.

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Deprescribing

Deprescribing is part of our mental health services: a thoughtful, evidence-based process to safely reduce or discontinue medications that may no longer be necessary. This service is ideal for patients who want to minimize medication burden while maintaining mental health stability. Deprescribing is part of our ongoing medication management.  Includes:

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Psychiatric Evaluations

Psychiatric Evaluations

A psychiatric evaluation is the foundation of our psychiatric services and of effective mental health care. It is the first step in diagnosing conditions like ADHD. During your initial evaluation, Esder Shin, PMHNP-BC, will conduct a thorough assessment of your mental health history, current symptoms, lifestyle, and goals. We evaluate

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Medication Management

Medication Management

Medication management is a core part of our mental health services, involving ongoing monitoring and adjustment of psychiatric medications. Our approach is collaborative, we work with you to find the right medication and dosage. It is part of how we treat conditions such as depression. We also help patients manage

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Diagnostic Confirmation

As part of our psychiatric services, diagnostic confirmation provides a thorough re-evaluation if you want a second opinion on a previous diagnosis to ensure you are receiving the most appropriate care. Our diagnostic confirmation is based on a full psychiatric evaluation. This can help clarify a diagnosis such as bipolar

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Brief Supportive Therapy

Brief Supportive Therapy

Brief supportive therapy is one of the psychiatric services we offer, a short-term, evidence-based approach designed to help you develop coping strategies. Sessions are focused, practical, and tailored to your individual needs. A psychiatric evaluation is the foundation of the care we provide. It can complement care for conditions such

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GeneSight® Genetic Testing

GeneSight® Genetic Testing

GeneSight testing supports our personalized psychiatric care by analyzing your genetic makeup to predict how you’ll respond to different medications. This pharmacogenomic testing helps us select the most effective medication for you, reducing trial-and-error and improving treatment outcomes. GeneSight testing works hand in hand with your personalized medication plan. It

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Telepsychiatry in California

Telepsychiatry in California

Our telepsychiatry brings psychiatric services across California to you, with convenient, secure virtual appointments from home. Perfect for busy schedules or patients who prefer remote care, telepsychiatry is just as effective as in-person visits for most mental health conditions. It makes it easier to keep up with care for conditions

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Simple Process

How It Works

Getting started with Blue Ocean Mental Health is simple and straightforward. Follow these four easy steps to begin your mental health journey.

01
Book Your Appointment

Schedule your appointment online or call us at (323) 744-5605. Choose between virtual or in-person options.

02
Complete Intake Forms

Fill out our secure intake forms online before your appointment. This helps us understand your medical history and current concerns.

03
Meet with Esder Shin

Connect via secure video or in-person to discuss your symptoms, goals, and treatment preferences with our board-certified provider.

04
Receive Your Treatment Plan

Get a personalized treatment plan that may include medication, therapy recommendations, lifestyle changes, or additional testing.