Suzanne Simmons, Nurse Practitioner
My name is Suzanne Simmons. I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I treat patients of all ages. I have worked in healthcare for over 20 years. I spent most of my nursing career as an Intensive Care RN. I’ve always held an interest in helping those that are the most vulnerable. I chose psychiatry to help people achieve the best version of themselves. During my evaluation you will expect a thorough assessment including an extensive personal history and lab testing.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 3-75+
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- Bipolar Disorder
- Focus, concentration & memory
- Intense mood changes
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Other women's health concerns
- PMS & PMDD
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- ADHD
- Aging
- Alcohol use
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Autism: generally independent
- Brain/head injuries (TBI)
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Childhood behavioral issues
- Chronic pain-related issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Detachment/disconnection
- Dissociative disorders
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Drug/substance use
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Eating issues: binging
- Emotional abuse
- Empty nesters
- End-of-life challenges
- First responder stress
- Gambling
- Grief & loss
- Hair pulling & skin picking
- Men's health/issues
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other addictive behaviors
- Other neurological conditions
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- Phobias
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Retirement
- School behavioral issues
- Self-esteem
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Stress management
- Stroke-related conditions
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Video game/internet
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
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- 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
Education
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California State University - San Marcos
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University of Wyoming
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Cuesta College
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858-279-1223
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Suzanne Simmons. You can also call 858-279-1223 to have someone assist you.
Suzanne Simmons generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 858-279-1223 to find out Suzanne Simmons'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 Suzanne Simmons:
- 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
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- 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 858-279-1223 to see how we can help.
Yes, Suzanne Simmons is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Suzanne Simmons works at:
Yes, Suzanne Simmons does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Suzanne Simmons is currently offering in-office visits at the following location:
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