Every child and adolescent has unique emotional and psychological challenges that tend to require professional evaluation and treatment. Child and adolescent psychiatry is the only way to go about this. Orange Coast Psychiatry features a team of professionals that includes one of the best child and adolescent psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, therapists, and counselors.
We seek to transform and radically improve the lives of young people struggling with psychiatric conditions. Our dedicated team, which includes a psychiatrist for kids and teenagers, is full of subject matter experts, e.g. some are good at diagnosing ADHD and others have a greater grasp on dyslexia. Each of them evaluates children and adolescents to offer a variety of evidence-based interventions (based on child and adolescent psychiatry principles) across many conditions, including but not limited to :
Sometimes it is essential for you to take advantage of adolescent and child mental health services and for that child and adolescent psychiatry-based therapies becomes absolutely compulsory for your child to become well adjusted in life and society as a whole.
Almost every child/adolescent psychiatrist at Orange is well-versed in the art of psychotherapy, which is essentially a “talk” therapy, where a psychiatrist for kids and teenagers can help your young child look inward into their problematic behavior that stems from negative cognitive processes by talking through and finding resolutions for their problems.
This is a monitored form of medication and is especially suitable for treating a mental ailment like ADHD. This is where every dosage is clearly filtered through the calm eye of an adept psychiatrist where the patients are also monitored for symptoms.
This helps if you think the underlying problem of your child or adolescent is not individualized but stems from the interconnections and conflicts arising in the family.
All of the above we just mentioned are available as telepsychiatry versions of themselves, so flexibility and affordability can be added into the mix.
Any mental illness can urge the affected individual to exhibit a greater response than in normal situations. Overwhelming response from mental conditions such as ADHD (which is a common occurrence in children) can adversely affect mental serenity and individuals face difficulty in maintaining their essential life chores. However, you do not need to take stress as we can assist you in controlling the excessive stress levels and gaining mental resilience beyond usual therapy sessions. Here are some of the benefits of choosing Orange Coast Psychiatry as your family’s child and adolescent psychiatry clinic:
We are adept at providing the best adolescent and child mental health service that ensures each individual receives quality treatment and takes complete charge of mental health.
We tailor plans for the treatment according to the needs and changing situations of your child, which helps us navigate the challenges associated with the mental conditions they are suffering from.
Our experts provide a strata of mental health possibilities by using research-based treatment methods so you can smartly manage the symptoms of the affected individuals and monitor their mental health.
We encourage our young patients to participate in mental health discussions so we make treatment plans that satisfy them.
With an integrated approach that takes into consideration the benefits of each therapy type that is out there, young individuals can effortlessly experience emotional as well as psychological well-being and embrace their mental power via our child and adolescent psychiatry.
Our compassionate care aims for your child’s relief from the tiring symptoms of mental conditions such as acute stress, anxiety, and depression.
Orange Coast Psychiatry provides your child with the ideal opportunity to break the boundaries of shackles that hurt their mental health. By using telehealth psychiatry (or any other for that matter) such as the one available at Orange, you can also get behavioral health treatment for children and adolescents. Through our digital networks, you can seamlessly communicate with our experts and find the best therapy for treating your child. Looking forward to your appointment.
Dennis Ly is a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic care. With eight years of nursing experience in emergency medicine, Dennis gained extensive experience working with patients in acute crisis, including those with psychiatric and behavioral health needs. These experiences fostered his passion for mental health and shaped his ability to remain calm, empathetic, and collaborative when supporting patients during their most vulnerable moments.
He earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Capella University and completed his Post-Master’s PMHNP certificate at National University, where he received advanced training in psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacology, and therapeutic interventions for children, adults, and geriatric patients. His clinical focus includes the treatment of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and ADHD.
In addition to medication management, Dennis integrates therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and patient-centered therapy into his practice, tailoring care to each individual’s goals and values. He approaches treatment with a holistic and collaborative philosophy, meeting patients where they are and empowering them to build resilience through personalized care.
Outside of work, Dennis enjoys exercising, eating sushi and Korean BBQ, and traveling.
Vivienne Peng is a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of nursing experience working in the mental health field. Fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese, she brings a culturally responsive, person-centered care that honors each individual’s unique background and walks of life.
Outside of work, Vivienne enjoys traveling, discovering new restaurants, watching movies and visiting museums. She genuinely enjoys meeting new people and feels inspired everyday by the strength and resilience of those she serves.
Clint is one of our most experienced Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioners at Orange Coast Psychiatry and is 103NP Licensed in the State of California.
Nicole Leonce is a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience in psychiatry and a strong medical background. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of San Francisco and is a proud member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Nicole has a special emphasis in Trauma-Informed Care and is deeply committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered, and culturally responsive treatment.
Her clinical expertise includes the diagnosis and management of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, ADHD, OCD, substance use disorders, and mood disturbances. She also provides care for individuals navigating grief, life transitions, and relationship stressors. Nicole integrates evidence-based approaches such as psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques, along with medication management, to help her clients achieve balance and emotional well-being.
Nicole believes that every patient’s story deserves to be heard and validated. She strives to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel empowered to explore their challenges and reach their full potential.
Outside of her practice, Nicole enjoys reading, traveling, exploring museums, cooking, and dining with friends and family. She also loves spending time with her miniature poodle, Nico.
