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Telehealth Psychiatry in California

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (CA) serving all of California via secure video telehealth. Check current appointment availability. In California, PMHNPs practice under standardized procedures and a collaborative relationship with a physician or physician group. All Hometown NP providers serving California patients comply with the California Business and Professions Code § 2836.1 and maintain current standardized procedures. In California, Hometown NP does business as Hometown NP Nursing Corporation.

PMHNPs in California

1 provider found
Dr. Chime Ajiere

Dr. Chime Ajiere

DNP, APRN-FPA, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BCDoctor of Nursing Practice (Partner)

Partner DNP specializing in family and psychiatric mental health across all age groups — children, adolescents, and adults.

AnxietyDepressionADHD+5 more
AL, AK +38
⏱ 10+ yrs exp
Accepting new patients
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Telehealth Psychiatric Care in California

Despite having more mental health providers than most states, over 8 million California residents still live in mental health professional shortage areas — concentrated in the Central Valley, Inland Empire, and rural Northern California.

Hometown NP's board-certified PMHNPs are licensed in California and see patients via HIPAA-compliant video telehealth — from the comfort of their own home, office, or any private space with an internet connection. California has one of the nation's strongest telehealth parity laws (SB 974 / Health & Safety Code § 1374.13), requiring health plans to cover telehealth mental health services at the same rate as in-person services with no additional cost-sharing.

We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, and 2 more plans in California. Self-pay is available at $175 per session.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is telehealth psychiatry available in California?

Yes. Hometown NP's board-certified PMHNPs are licensed in California and see patients via HIPAA-compliant video telehealth. California has one of the nation's strongest telehealth parity laws (SB 974 / Health & Safety Code § 1374.13), requiring health plans to cover telehealth mental health services at the same rate as in-person services with no additional cost-sharing.

What conditions do Hometown NP providers treat in California?

Our California providers treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, panic disorder, postpartum depression, and more — via telehealth.

Do providers in California accept insurance?

Yes. We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Anthem, Optum in California. Self-pay is available at $175/session.

How do I check appointment availability in California?

Use the scheduling portal to view current options for an initial 60-minute evaluation. For urgent situations, contact us directly rather than waiting for a telehealth appointment.

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