Mina Heydari, Nurse Practitioner
Throughout her career, Mina Heydari has assisted individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and PTSD. She believes that every person is unique and extraordinary, deserving of respect and personalized care.
Mina approaches counseling by developing a collaborative partnership with each client as they embark on a journey toward achieving optimal mental wellness and healing. She strives to create a safe and therapeutic space where clients can openly express their thoughts and emotions. Recognizing that the experiences and struggles each person faces are distinct, she upholds two fundamental principles: healing is a personal journey, and new experiences can be uncomfortable for everyone.
Mina is committed to providing support and guidance, allowing clients to progress at their own pace while empowering them to face new challenges with confidence. She is dedicated to helping individuals find their inner strength, navigate the complexities of their mental health, and foster growth, recovery, and lasting change.
She views medication as a tool that can aid in the healing process rather than a final solution. She compares it to a pair of glasses or a flashlight—something that helps individuals see clearly and navigate their path. Once they reach their destination, they may no longer need it.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 18-64
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- ADHD
- Attention & focus
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Other women's health concerns
- PMS & PMDD
- Racial identity
- Ability status
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Attachment issues
- Autism: generally independent
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body image
- Bullying or harassment
- Career & work issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Eating issues: binging
- Emotional abuse
- Ethnic identity
- Fertility
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Hair pulling & skin picking
- Immigration/cultural status
- Intense mood changes
- LGBTQ+
- Marital stress or divorce
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-partum depression & anxiety
- Pre-conception
- Pregnancy
- Pregnancy loss
- Premarital counseling
- Self-esteem
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social injustice
- Stress management
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unhealthy eating habits
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Languages
- English
- Farsi
Education
- National University
Locations
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Questions About
Mina Heydari
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Mina Heydari. You can also call 925-282-1778 to have someone assist you.
Mina Heydari generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 925-282-1778 to find out Mina Heydari's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Mina Heydari:
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 925-282-1778 to see how we can help.
Yes, Mina Heydari is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Mina Heydari works at:
Yes, Mina Heydari does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Mina Heydari is currently offering in-office visits at the following location:
- English
- Farsi