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Best Psychiatrists in Pomona

Written by Andrew Le, MD

Updated November 14, 2024

Introduction to Psychiatry in Pomona

Overview of psychiatric care in Pomona

Pomona, California, offers a diverse range of psychiatric services to address the mental health needs of its residents. The city recognizes the significant impact of mental well-being on overall health and quality of life.

The psychiatric landscape in Pomona encompasses various specialties, including general psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and forensic psychiatry. This wide array of specializations ensures that residents have access to targeted care for specific mental health concerns.

The role of psychiatrists in mental health treatment

Psychiatrists in Pomona play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. They offer a range of services, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and various forms of psychotherapy.

These mental health professionals often work in collaboration with psychologists, social workers, and primary care physicians to provide comprehensive care. This interdisciplinary approach ensures that patients receive holistic treatment addressing both their mental and physical health needs.


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List of Psychiatrists in Pomona

SN

Dr. Seeyam Nobandegani

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Preventive Medicine

American Board of Family Medicine

SHIRAZ UNIVERSITY / FASSA MEDICAL CENTRE (Medical School, 1996)

English

Family Medicine

Psychiatry

Addiction Medicine

Dr. Andrius Baskys

Dr. Andrius Baskys

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Russian

Phone

(909) 865-2565

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Clarke Inst Of Psych (Internship Hospital)

Macmaster University Medical Center (Medical School, 1997)

McMaster University / Faculty of Health Sciences (Fellowship Hospital, 1997)

University of Toronto (Medical School, 1995)

University of Toronto Hospitals (Residency Hospital, 1995)

University of California at San Francisco (1991)

Toronto Western Hospital (1989)

Vilnius V Kapsukas State University (Medical School, 1975)

English

Russian

Psychiatry

Pediatric Psychiatry

Dr. Divya Krishnamoorthy

Dr. Divya Krishnamoorthy

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 599-1227

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Residency Hospital, 2004)

University of Mumbai (Medical School, 1999)

English

Psychiatry

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Counseling

Psychotherapy

EF

Dr. Emily Fu

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(866) 205-3595

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Ross University School of Medicine (Medical School, 2013)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

MT

Dr. Michael Thurman

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Loma Linda University (Medical School, 1991)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

ZM

Dr. Zoe Martinez

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of California at San Diego (Medical School, 2001)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

EI

Dr. Esther Ishitani

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(626) 227-7014

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER (Medical School, 1999)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

DS

Dr. Daniel Son

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 475-6555

English

Psychiatry

PL

Dr. Patrick Link

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 882-3466

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UCLA (Fellowship Hospital, 2010)

UCLA (Residency Hospital, 2007)

UCLA (Internship Hospital, 2004)

University of North Carolina School of Medicine (Medical School, 2003)

English

Psychiatry

PD

Dr. Pablo Davanzo

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Spanish

Phone

(831) 625-4600

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UCLA Neuropsychiatric Inst (Fellowship Hospital)

Duke University Medical Center (Residency Hospital, 1993)

Shands Hospital University Fla (Internship Hospital, 1990)

University Chile Santiago (Medical School, 1987)

English

Spanish

Psychiatry

MH

Dr. Mohammed Haqqani

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Hindi

Phone

(630) 275-1125

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Hospital Research Centre, Pondicherry University (Medical School, 1997)

English

Hindi

Psychiatry

Dr. Kara Sands

Dr. Kara Sands

5.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(480) 955-0943

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO HOSPITAL / ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY (Medical School, 2017)

English

Neurology

Psychiatry

Vascular Neurology

Dr. Gayani Desilva

Dr. Gayani Desilva

4.8

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(951) 344-4451

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE (Medical School)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Addiction Psychiatry

Psychiatry

PB

Dr. Paul Brown

4.6

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 861-4663

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of California at Berkeley (Medical School, 1973)

English

Psychiatry

Dr. Jonson Lin

Dr. Jonson Lin

4.3

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Mandarin

Phone

(909) 623-6131

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Drexel University College of Medicine (Fellowship Hospital, 2005)

Atlantic Health Sys Goryeb Chldrns Hospital (Internship Hospital, 2002)

American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine (Medical School, 2000)

Souther California University Of Health Sciences (1996)

Res 4-UCLA (Undergraduate School, 1992)

English

Mandarin

Adult Psychiatry

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology

JM

Dr. Jia Mao

4.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 623-6131

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Psychiatry

Dr. Anthony Duk

Dr. Anthony Duk

3.7

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Spanish

Phone

(909) 335-3026

Loma Linda University Medical Center (Residency Hospital)

Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Medical School, 2001)

English

Spanish

Psychiatry

CF

Dr. Christine Forest

3.6

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 358-9499

Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy (Medical School, 1995)

English

Psychiatry

KB

Dr. Karen Baghamian

3.5

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 427-3910

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Michigan Medical School (Medical School, 1991)

English

Psychiatry

IH

Dr. Ildiko Hodde

3.5

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Hungarian

Phone

(909) 621-2050

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UNITED HUNGARIAN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL SCHOOL (Medical School, 1996)

English

Hungarian

Psychiatry

NS

Dr. Nidia Colomer De Saca

3.1

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 465-9337

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences (Medical School, 1985)

English

Psychiatry

SI

Dr. Sultana Ikramullah

3.1

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Urdu

Phone

(626) 859-2686

UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB / PUNJAB MEDICAL COLLEGE (Medical School, 1963)

English

Urdu

Psychiatry

KK

Dr. Karen Kiefer

3.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 861-2291

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Midwestern University (Medical School, 1976)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

Dr. Syam Kunam

Dr. Syam Kunam

3.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Telugu

Phone

(909) 335-3026

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

HENRY FORD HOSPITAL (Residency Hospital, 1990)

Henry Ford Med Ctr-Henry Ford Hospital (Internship Hospital, 1987)

Sri Venkateswara Medical College (Undergraduate School, 1979)

Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Hospital Research Centre, Pondicherry University (Medical School, 1979)

English

Telugu

Psychiatry

Adult Psychiatry

DH

Dr. Donald Horowitz

2.7

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 625-5509

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES (Medical School, 1967)

English

Psychiatry

OO

Dr. Oluwole Olusola

2.5

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 623-6131

Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Medical School, 1994)

English

Psychiatry

Dr. Alfred Belen

Dr. Alfred Belen

2.2

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(716) 220-7670

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Maryland (Residency Hospital)

ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE (Medical School, 2005)

English

Psychiatry

HK

Dr. Henry Khin

2.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Burmese

Phone

(909) 625-7175

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy (Medical School, 1991)

English

Burmese

Psychiatry

BA

Dr. Bushra Akber

1.8

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, Hindi, Urdu

Phone

(909) 626-4673

Nassau University Medical Center (Residency Hospital, 2004)

University Of Health Sciences Vijayawada Gandhi Med College (Medical School, 1997)

Osmania General Hosp, Osmania University (Internship Hospital, 1997)

English

Hindi

Urdu

Psychiatry

Addiction Psychiatry

Sleep Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology)

Community Psychiatry

Emergency Psychiatry

Mental Hygiene Psychiatry

Occupational Psychiatry

Social Psychiatry

Integrative Psychiatry

Reproductive Psychiatry

LW

Dr. Laura West

1.3

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(866) 205-3595

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of California at Berkeley (Medical School, 1990)

English

Psychiatry

CW

Dr. Chen-Ying Wu

1.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 625-7175

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

MAIMONIDES UNIVERSITY / FACULTY OF MEDICINE (Medical School, 2016)

English

Psychiatry

WJ

Dr. Wayne Houpt Jr

1.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Spanish

Phone

(909) 623-6131

UNIVERSITY OF BENIN / COLLEGE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (Medical School, 1980)

English

Spanish

Psychiatry

KB

Dr. Kalpesh Bhavsar

1.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Hindi

Phone

(909) 267-6550

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of South Dakota (Residency Hospital, 2010)

Government Medical College Surat (Medical School, 1992)

English

Hindi

Psychiatry

AA

Dr. Azhar Abdullah

1.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 303-2520

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

UNIVERSITY OF MOSUL / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (Medical School, 1991)

English

Psychiatry

RS

Dr. Reshma Syed

1.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 902-1082

UNIVERSITY OF KARACHI / BAQAI MEDICAL COLLEGE (Medical School, 1987)

English

Psychiatry

NP

Dr. Nandita Puchakayala

1.0

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 902-1082

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Psychiatry

Dr. Wei-Chin Hwang

Dr. Wei-Chin Hwang

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Mandarin, Mandarin

Phone

(310) 433-3343

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (Fellowship Hospital, 2004)

UCLA (Medical School, 2003)

University of Utah (Undergraduate School, 1997)

English

Mandarin

Mandarin

Psychotherapy

Psychiatry

Counseling

Psychology

Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology

Clinical Psychology

Marriage & Family Therapy

Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling

Anxiety Disorders

Individual Counseling

Behavioral Therapy

Psychological Trauma

Couples Counseling

MK

Dr. Maher Kozman

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English, Arabic

Phone

(909) 427-3910

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine (Medical School, 1981)

English

Arabic

Psychiatry

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

KE

Dr. Katrine Enrile

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 621-8202

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine (Medical School, 2006)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

ST

Dr. Sowmya Tewari

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 628-1217

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

St. Georges University School of Medicine (Medical School, 2012)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Forensic Psychiatry

Psychiatry

NA

Dr. Nyssa Adackapara

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(323) 257-9600

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

AL

Dr. Alexis Link

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 882-3151

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine (Medical School, 2006)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

LG

Dr. Larissa Grace

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 784-3200

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE (Medical School, 2009)

English

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatry

MC

Dr. Michele Chu

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(888) 750-0036

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Psychiatry

TK

Dr. Tulasi Kanukuntla

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 335-3026

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

P.G. INSTITUTE AND KAKATIYA UNIVERSITY / NIZAM'S INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (Medical School, 2012)

English

Psychiatry

KS

Kirandeep Sandhu

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 623-6131

English

Psychiatry

KW

Dr. Kevin Wethey

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(626) 335-1919

English

Psychiatry

DD

Darrilyn Demouchet

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 997-5333

English

Psychiatry

HD

Dr. Han Dinh

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 427-5603

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Psychiatry

LO

Dr. Lawrence Ogbechie

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(562) 478-4102

University Of Benin, College Of Medicine (Medical School, 1978)

English

Psychiatry

EP

Dr. Edwin Peng

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 625-7175

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine (Medical School, 1998)

English

Psychiatry

MV

Dr. Moises Vargas

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(310) 228-8772

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES (Medical School, 2002)

English

Psychiatry

AP

Dr. Avni Patel

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(833) 574-2273

English

Psychiatry

DB

Dr. David Baron

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(323) 442-6000

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry

PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE (Medical School, 1978)

English

Psychiatry

SL

Dr. Sen Liu

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(424) 284-2440

English

Psychiatry

RK

Dr. Rebecca Kornbluh

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English, German

Phone

(909) 244-2195

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

University of Chicago (Medical School, 1997)

English

German

Psychiatry

CP

Dr. Carlos Pieroni

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Male

Languages

English

Phone

(909) 623-6131

Universidad Nacional De Tucuman, Facultad De Medicina (Medical School, 1966)

English

Psychiatry

AD

Dr. Amanda Degan

N/A

Pomona, CA

Sex

Female

Languages

English

Phone

(866) 205-3595

American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

English

Psychiatry

Choosing a Psychiatrist in Pomona

Factors to consider when selecting a psychiatrist

Board certification and credentials

  • American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology certification
  • Educational background and training

Areas of specialization

  • General Psychiatry
  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Addiction Psychiatry
  • Forensic Psychiatry

Patient reviews and ratings

  • Star ratings on platforms like Healthgrades
  • Number of patient reviews

Language proficiency

  • Availability of multilingual psychiatrists
  • Common languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Hindi

Top-rated psychiatrists in Pomona

Dr. Andrius Baskys

  • 5.0 star rating with 5 reviews
  • Board certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Specializes in Psychiatry and Pediatric Psychiatry
  • Contact: (909) 865-2565

Dr. Divya Krishnamoorthy

  • 5.0 star rating with 4 reviews
  • Board certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Specializes in Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
  • Contact: (909) 599-1227

Dr. Pablo Davanzo

  • 5.0 star rating with 5 reviews
  • Board certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Specializes in Psychiatry
  • Speaks English and Spanish
  • Contact: (831) 625-4600

Additional highly rated psychiatrists

Dr. Mohammed Haqqani

  • 5.0 star rating with 3 reviews
  • Board certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Speaks English and Hindi

Dr. Gayani Desilva

  • 4.8 star rating with 5 reviews
  • Board certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • Specializes in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, and Psychiatry

Dr. Paul Brown

  • 4.6 star rating with 5 reviews
  • Board certified by American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology

Additional Resources for Finding a Psychiatrist in Pomona

Online directories and review platforms

Healthgrades

  • Comprehensive profiles of psychiatrists in Pomona
  • Patient reviews and ratings
  • Information on education, certifications, and specialties

Psychology Today

  • Detailed therapist and psychiatrist listings
  • Search filters for specific treatment approaches
  • Articles and resources on mental health topics

ZocDoc

  • Real-time appointment scheduling
  • Verified patient reviews
  • Insurance coverage information

Local mental health organizations and referral services

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health

  • Access to public mental health services
  • Crisis intervention and support
  • Referrals to community-based providers

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Pomona Valley

  • Support groups and educational programs
  • Advocacy for mental health awareness
  • Local resources and referrals

Insurance considerations

Checking provider networks

  • Verifying in-network status of psychiatrists
  • Understanding out-of-network coverage and costs
  • Exploring telehealth options for expanded access

Understanding coverage for mental health services

  • Reviewing policy details for psychiatric care
  • Inquiring about coverage limits and copayments
  • Exploring options for long-term treatment plans

Tips for a Successful Psychiatric Consultation

Preparing for your first appointment

Gathering medical history and current medications

  • Compile a list of all current medications, including dosages
  • Prepare a summary of your medical history, including any previous mental health treatments

Listing symptoms and concerns

  • Document specific symptoms you've been experiencing
  • Note any triggers or patterns you've observed
  • Prepare questions about your mental health concerns

Questions to ask your potential psychiatrist

Treatment approaches and philosophies

  • Inquire about their preferred treatment methods
  • Ask about their experience with your specific concerns
  • Discuss the potential use of medication and/or psychotherapy

Availability for follow-up appointments and emergencies

  • Ask about typical wait times for appointments
  • Inquire about their policy for emergency situations
  • Discuss options for between-session communication

Evaluating your comfort level and rapport with the psychiatrist

Assessing communication style

  • Consider if you feel heard and understood
  • Evaluate if their explanations are clear and relatable

Cultural competence

  • Assess their understanding of cultural factors that may impact your mental health
  • Consider language preferences (e.g., Dr. Pablo Davanzo speaks English and Spanish)