Overview
Farnaz Trasandes is a licensed and board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice from the University of San Diego. She takes a holistic, person-centered approach, ensuring that her patients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their journey toward mental wellness. Farnaz specializes in treating a variety of conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, psychosis, and other psychiatric diagnoses.
A San Diego native and first-generation American, Farnaz understands the unique challenges of balancing mental health while navigating different cultural backgrounds. Fluent in Farsi, she connects with diverse patients, offering compassionate and culturally sensitive care. She believes collaboration between patients and providers is essential in delivering therapeutic and evidence-based treatment.
In her spare time, Farnaz enjoys practicing yoga and meditation. She is a strong believer in the power of positive thinking and strives to foster a safe and supportive environment for healing.
Ms. Trasandes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1500 Rosecrans Ave, Suite 500, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Additional Areas of Focus
Trasandes has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Neuro Wellness Spa
Araceli Lozano is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Master and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University. Before pursuing nursing, she served on active duty in the U.S. Army after which she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from New Mexico State University.As a combat veteran and first-generation Mexican American, Araceli has lived through unique experiences which have helped her develop a solid understanding of the diverse needs of people from various cultures and backgrounds. Her passion is working in mental health and helping people meet their goals through individualized pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions. She is fluent in English and Spanish.Prior to earning her degree as a nurse practitioner, Araceli worked as a registered nurse in an inpatient psychiatric hospital and on medical-surgical units in Indiana. Her clinical experience as a nurse practitioner started with the geriatric population in nursing homes and assisted living facilities and has more recently been in the outpatient setting providing treatment for individuals with a wide range of psychiatric comorbidities. Ms. Lozano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Her top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
Andrea Carasquero, PMHNPBC
Hello! I'm Andrea Carasquero, and I am thrilled to extend my passion for healthcare to you. With advanced degrees in both nursing and health services management, I bring a wealth of experience to each patient interaction. I am a board-certified Adult Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to providing compassionate care to patients of all ages.I specialize in psychiatric care, treating a wide range of mental health concerns including serious mental illnesses, depression, and anxiety. My approach is holistic, incorporating both medication management and psychotherapy, ensuring comprehensive support for your mental well-being. I believe in working closely with patients and their families to craft personalized care plans that truly meet their needs.My journey in healthcare spans roles such as Practice Administrator and Clinical Manager, where I honed skills in patient-centered care and led teams to deliver high-quality healthcare services. This leadership background further enriches my practice as I understand the importance of coordinated care and the roles each healthcare professional plays in your journey to health.Thank you for considering me in your path to wellness. I am here to answer any questions and guide you towards a healthier, happier life. Ms. Carasquero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
Neuro Wellness Spa
Paul Choi is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and also holds a Board Certification for Family Practice. With over a decade of experience as a nurse practitioner and registered nurse, Paul brings a holistic approach to patients of all ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, ethnicities, and sexual identities. He firmly believes that quality mental health needs to be easily accessible. Paul emphasizes the importance of incorporating the recovery model into his day-to-day practice. He provides compassionate care that is evidence-based and personalized to each client’s needs.Paul speaks fluent Korean and enjoys playing with his child in his free time. Mr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Areas of Expertise
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