I'm excited to return to a place I call home. I was born and raised in the Coachella Valley and now look forward to contributing to the health and wellness of our Desert residents. As a medical doctor specializing in adult psychiatry and women's mental health, I take an integrative and holistic approach in working with each individual's goals towards a healthier, happier, and more balanced life.
Sometimes the hardest step is reaching out for guidance, and now that you're here, browse around and take the next step in realizing the fuller life you envision. We believe an important part of healing comes from the relationship between you and your provider. At Desert Wellness Psychiatry we focus on the relationship by making ourselves available and being present and intentional with every visit.
Your experience will be one where you are heard, validated, and empowered to level up. If you want to grow in your career, have healthier relationships, or perhaps be a more engaged person, you have options.
Sometimes the hardest step is reaching out for guidance, and now that you're here, browse around and take the next step in realizing the fuller life you envision. We believe an important part of healing comes from the relationship between you and your provider. At Desert Wellness Psychiatry we focus on the relationship by making ourselves available and being present and intentional with every visit.
Your experience will be one where you are heard, validated, and empowered to level up. If you want to grow in your career, have healthier relationships, or perhaps be a more engaged person, you have options.
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Meet the Team
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Mercedes joined us in 2021 and brings to our practice extensive experience in multiple therapy modalities and settings.
She received her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of La Verne and is a proud member of PsyChi Honors Society.
In addition to clinical work she supervises residents, associate therapists, and serves as a mentor to other licensed clinicians.
Highly empathic and engaged, her style fits right in with our practice philosophy to set goals, gain insight, and grow.
She received her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of La Verne and is a proud member of PsyChi Honors Society.
In addition to clinical work she supervises residents, associate therapists, and serves as a mentor to other licensed clinicians.
Highly empathic and engaged, her style fits right in with our practice philosophy to set goals, gain insight, and grow.
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Free of charge.
This optional and complimentary service usually lasts about 10 minutes.
The initial conversation is to learn about your needs and answer any questions you may have about our practice.
Your health is important to us and if DWP is not the best practice to serve your specific needs, we will happily provide referrals to alternative providers.
During the initial consultation visit, we will spend approximately 50 minutes learning about you.
We take a holistic approach exploring your medical history, laboratory results, genetics, social support structures, relationships, finances, current coping mechanisms, and other important aspects of your life.
This optional and complimentary service usually lasts about 10 minutes.
The initial conversation is to learn about your needs and answer any questions you may have about our practice.
Your health is important to us and if DWP is not the best practice to serve your specific needs, we will happily provide referrals to alternative providers.
During the initial consultation visit, we will spend approximately 50 minutes learning about you.
We take a holistic approach exploring your medical history, laboratory results, genetics, social support structures, relationships, finances, current coping mechanisms, and other important aspects of your life.
Women's Mental Health
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Postpartum depression is nearly 2X more common than gestational diabetes or hypertension in pregnancy making it the most common complication of pregnancy.
More than 1 in 7 women will experience a mood or anxiety disorder around pregnancy and often they will be unrecognized and usually undertreated.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has similar recommendations and even The American Academy of Pediatrics has guidelines recommending screening of new moms for postpartum depression at 1,2,4,& 6 month baby wellness checks.
More than 1 in 7 women will experience a mood or anxiety disorder around pregnancy and often they will be unrecognized and usually undertreated.
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has similar recommendations and even The American Academy of Pediatrics has guidelines recommending screening of new moms for postpartum depression at 1,2,4,& 6 month baby wellness checks.
For Professionals
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We work closely with Primary Care Physicians, OBGYNs, Pediatricians, Doulas, Midwives, therapists, or any other professionals that care for individuals with mental health concerns.
We take a special interest in working with adult women in all phases of life including pregnancy and the postpartum period.
It's important to note that 1 in 7 women will suffer from a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder and up to 80% will experience at least one mental health symptom around pregnancy, fortunately, these symptoms are treatable when appropriately diagnosed and managed with the right care.
We take a special interest in working with adult women in all phases of life including pregnancy and the postpartum period.
It's important to note that 1 in 7 women will suffer from a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder and up to 80% will experience at least one mental health symptom around pregnancy, fortunately, these symptoms are treatable when appropriately diagnosed and managed with the right care.
Insurance
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In an effort to improve access, we are working on contracting with select insurance companies that will allow us to continue delivering high quality and individualized care.
Currently, In order to deliver the highest quality care without insurance company restrictions, Desert Wellness Psychiatry is an "out-of-network" provider and contracted with a few select commercial or third-party payers.
As an "out-of-network" provider, we are able to tailor treatment with YOU in mind.
Many patients appreciate the privacy and close collaboration with their psychiatrist without insurance companies getting in between.
Currently, In order to deliver the highest quality care without insurance company restrictions, Desert Wellness Psychiatry is an "out-of-network" provider and contracted with a few select commercial or third-party payers.
As an "out-of-network" provider, we are able to tailor treatment with YOU in mind.
Many patients appreciate the privacy and close collaboration with their psychiatrist without insurance companies getting in between.
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