Alternative Awakenings PsychiatryGroup practice
California
Anxiety - Depression- Eating disorders & disordered eating-Postpartum depression-Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health-
Alternative Awakenings Psychiatry
Vetted
Group practice
Practice Information
Welcome to Alternative Awakenings Psychiatry, where healing begins with compassionate connection. We’re a woman- and Filipino-American–owned practice dedicated to providing personalized, culturally sensitive mental health care in a safe and supportive space. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, or major life transitions, we’re here to walk alongside you with empathy, respect, and clinical expertise.
Our team is led by Julie Ann Therese De Los Santos, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and founder of the practice. She and her team bring specialized training in adult psychiatry, women’s and perinatal mental health, and forensic psychiatry. We offer comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, ongoing medication management, supportive psychotherapy, and expert forensic services including court-ordered evaluations and legal consultation.
What makes us unique is our holistic and human-centered approach. We blend evidence-based care with deep cultural awareness, honoring the complexity of each individual’s journey. At Alternative Awakenings, you’re not just receiving treatment—you’re being truly seen, heard, and supported as you move toward meaningful change and lasting well-being.
FAQS
What services does your practice offer?
Comprehensive Care: A full spectrum of psychiatric services tailored to your needs such as comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management and psychotherapy.
Specialized Expertise: Focus on adults, Filipino-American community, women’s and perinatal mental health.
Innovative Approaches: Integration of evidence-based practices and complementary therapies.
Empathetic Team: Compassionate professionals dedicated to your well-being.
What are your practice's specialties?
What We Treat
Depression
Anxiety
PTSD
OCD
Bipolar Disorder
Trauma
Stress
Sleep Issues
Life Transitions
Eating Disorders
Dual Diagnosis (Substance Abuse Disorder & Mental Health Disorder)
Forensic Practitioner
How does payment work at your practice?
At Alternative Awakenings Psychiatry, our mission is to empower individuals to reclaim their voice and navigate life’s challenges with the tools and support they need. Led by a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of healthcare experience, we offer compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to adults and the perinatal population facing mood and anxiety disorders. We believe in a holistic approach that includes not only pharmaceutical treatments but also natural, non-pharmaceutical therapies to support mental health and well-being. Rooted in a deep understanding of diverse cultural backgrounds, personal struggles, and the transformative power of empathy, we provide a supportive, inclusive environment where every patient is valued and free to be themselves. Through both cash-based and insurance-based services, we offer flexible care options designed to help our patients achieve emotional balance, healing, and fulfillment.
Head of Practice's Licensure
California: 95032208Languages
English, TagalogSpecialties
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Eating disorders & disordered eating - Reducing unhealthy eating patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, such as restricting, purging, and binging; healing the emotional pain surrounding disordered eating
Postpartum depression - Coping with persistent feelings of sadness, exhaustion, and/or being overwhelmed after the birth of a child; developing strategies for more positive thought patterns and behaviors.
Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Parents
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
We are open for phone consultations 7A-7PM everyday. Client bookings are by appointment only.
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- All Savers Insurance Company
- Allied Benefit Systems
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Evernorth
- GEHA
- Loyola Marymount University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
- Medicare
- Meritain Health
- Nippon Life Benefits
- Occidental College Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford Health Plans
- Pomona College Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
- Stanford University Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
- Surest (formerly Bind)
- Trustmark
- UMR
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Shared Services
- United Healthcare Student Health Plan
- University of California Davis Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of California Irvine Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of California Los Angeles Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of California Merced Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of California Riverside Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of California San Diego Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of California Santa Barbara Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of California Santa Cruz Student Health Insurance (Anthem Blue Cross)
- University of Southern California Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$400 (60min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- PayPal
- Venmo
- Zelle
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Monthly
- Every other week
- Every other month
- As needed
Therapist's note
Initial Appointment: $400
Follow-Ups: $350
Book a Free Initial Consultation
The practice will call you for a free 10 minute phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!
This provider has no upcoming call times available.