Business Details
Your Trusted Newport Beach Psychiatrist
Piotr Pelc, DO is a double board-certified psychiatrist in Newport Beach with expertise in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. Our practice combines a holistic osteopathic approach with evidence-based medicine to address mental health conditions through comprehensive evaluations, therapy, and medication management. We serve patients in Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, and Costa Mesa, offering both in-person and telepsychiatry services. With training from institutions like Georgetown University and Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami, we prioritize patient-centered care that considers biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors.Our services include cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and specialized treatment for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and insomnia. We emphasize patient education, coordinate care with external therapists, and provide superbills for insurance reimbursement. Our approach balances gentle questioning with practical strategies to help patients achieve optimal mental health. We maintain accessibility through flexible scheduling and a convenient location near Fashion Island with ample parking. Our commitment to ethical standards and continuous professional development ensures high-quality care aligned with national treatment guidelines.
Services
Psychiatric Evaluation
Medication Management
Individual Therapy
Telepsychiatry Services
Child Psychiatry
ADHD Treatment
Anxiety Management
Sleep Disorder Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer a holistic approach combining evidence-based medicine with personalized care
- Double board-certified in child/adolescent and adult psychiatry
- Specialized treatment for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and insomnia
- Convenient telepsychiatry options for appropriate patients
- Coordinate care with external therapists for comprehensive treatment
Services
Psychiatric Evaluation
Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for adults and children conducted in-person or via telepsychiatry. Includes detailed assessment of mental health history, current symptoms, and development of personalized treatment plans. Combines biological, psychological, and social factors to create accurate diagnoses aligned with APA guidelines.
Medication Management
Ongoing medication supervision with regular blood work monitoring and dosage adjustments. Specializes in treating psychiatric conditions while minimizing side effects. Includes patient education about medication benefits, risks, and interactions with other treatments.
Individual Therapy
Evidence-based therapeutic approaches including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and interpersonal therapy. Focuses on developing coping strategies, addressing behavioral patterns, and improving emotional well-being through structured weekly sessions tailored to individual needs.
Child Psychiatry
Specialized treatment for children aged 5+ and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and developmental disorders. Includes family involvement in assessments and treatment planning, utilizing age-appropriate therapeutic techniques and parental guidance strategies.
Telepsychiatry Services
Secure virtual appointments for psychiatric evaluations and follow-up care. Provides accessible mental health treatment for patients who meet eligibility criteria, maintaining the same quality standards as in-person visits with HIPAA-compliant technology.
People
Piotr Pelc
Psychiatrist
Board-certified psychiatrist with dual specialization in child/adolescent and adult psychiatry. Trained at Georgetown University and Jackson Memorial Hospital, offering evidence-based care combining osteopathic principles with modern psychiatric techniques for over 15 years.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, insomnia, and related disorders for patients aged 5 and above using evidence-based therapies and medication management.
Do you accept insurance?
We are an out-of-network provider but provide superbills for potential insurance reimbursement. Patients typically receive 0-100% reimbursement depending on their PPO plan.
What happens during the first appointment?
Initial sessions include comprehensive evaluations lasting 60-90 minutes, followed by diagnosis discussion and personalized treatment recommendations combining therapy and/or medication.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer secure telepsychiatry services for appropriate patients who meet our eligibility criteria for remote mental health care.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, interpersonal therapy, and supportive therapy tailored to each patient's specific needs and treatment goals.
Do you prescribe controlled substances?
We prescribe medications when clinically indicated, following strict medical guidelines and monitoring protocols to ensure safe and effective treatment outcomes.
