Meet Ryan Carr, MSN, PMHNP-BC
California Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Ryan Carr is a board-certified California Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner providing high-quality care to adults and adolescents across California. At Carr Behavioral Health, his specialized practice focuses on thorough psychiatric evaluations, thoughtful medication management, and ongoing follow-up care. By utilizing secure telepsychiatry, Ryan creates a supportive environment where patients can access evidence-based treatment from the convenience of their own homes. He is committed to a collaborative process, ensuring every patient receives a personalized path to wellness.
Conditions TreatedÂ
Mental health struggles are deeply personal and vary from person to person. As a California psychiatric nurse practitioner, I am here to help you navigate those experiences without needing a prior diagnosis. Many patients begin their journey with more questions than certainties. My goal is to provide a thorough clinical assessment that clarifies your symptoms and establishes a custom care plan. The illnesses listed serve as a general guide to the issues I treat, though they cannot capture every individual’s specific story or clinical need.
Anxiety
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Persistent panic and worry can begin to interfere with daily life and make it hard to feel at ease.
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Depression
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Common symptoms:
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• Intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions)
• Repetitive behaviors or mental rituals (compulsions)
• Excessive checking, cleaning, or organizing
• Fear that something bad will happen if rituals are not completed
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How treatment can help:
Treatment may include medication, supportive therapy, and practical strategies to help reduce obsessive thoughts, manage compulsive behaviors, and improve daily functioning.​
PTSD & Trauma
Insomnia
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Schizophrenia & Psychotic Disorders
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ADHD
ADHD can affect attention, organization, memory, and impulse control in both adolescents and adults.
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Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by significant shifts in mood, energy levels, and activity patterns.
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Common symptoms:
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• Mood swings
• Reduced need for sleep
• Increased energy
• Impulsive decisions
• Depression
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How treatment can help:
Careful medication management and ongoing monitoring help stabilize your mood and reduce the frequency of future episodes.
Our Services
Your Path to Better Mental Health Starts Here
Important information for adults and adolescents seeking psychiatric services via telehealth within the state of California.
Patient Qualifications
Insurance Accepted
We take pride in helping California residents ages 13+ navigate their mental health through specialized psychiatric care.
Currently Accepted:
• Carelon Behavioral Health
• Cigna
• Aetna
• Anthem Blue Cross
• UnitedHealthcare (Optum)
• Oxford (Optum)
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Our insurance network continues to expand. If your insurance is not listed above, please check back or contact us for the latest credentialing updates.
Clinical Care Options
Access comprehensive evaluations, medication oversight, and personal follow-up care through our secure online clinic.
Billing & Payments
Transparent Care
- All financial aspects of your visit are processed through our administrative partner, Headway.
Upfront Costs
- Secure Billing
Headway performs real-time benefit verification to ensure your exact out-of-pocket costs are visible before you confirm any appointment. This streamlined process guarantees financial clarity and avoids unexpected biological charges.
About the Practice
Seeking psychiatric support should feel like finally being understood.If you're looking for someone who takes the time to listen, explain the "why" behind treatment, and partner with you in your care, you've come to the right place. I provide a collaborative space where we combine evidence-based medicine with practical tools to gain clarity and move forward with confidence.
How It Works
We make it easy to access psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing follow-up care from home.
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Book an Appointment
Select a time through our portal for your initial evaluation. We serve adults and adolescents in California through a secure, private video platform.
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Coverage & Payment
Headway verifies your benefits and handles billing on our behalf, so you can see your coverage and costs before you Schedule Now.
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Telehealth Visit
Attend your psychiatric evaluations and follow-up visits from any private location in California using our encrypted healthcare software.
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Collaborative Care
We provide medication management and ongoing follow-up care, adjusting your treatment plan as needed to support your long-term wellness.
Your Questions Answered
Finding the right care can be overwhelming, so we have gathered some helpful information for you.
Who can benefit from our care
We help adolescents and adults throughout California find balance. Our sessions typically run about 60 minutes for initial assessments and 20–30 minutes for follow-up medication management visits.
Do you prescribe medication?
When clinically appropriate, medication may be recommended as part of your treatment plan. Every recommendation is individualized, and medication is only prescribed when it is likely to benefit your care.
Our core psychiatric focus
We focus on understanding your unique story through comprehensive evaluations, followed by careful medication management and consistent support.
Online visit convenience
Absolutely. You can meet with us from your own private space via secure video, making high-quality mental health care accessible for your busy life.
Beginning your new chapter
Starting is as easy as picking a time that works for you on our online portal. We will guide you through the intake paperwork every step of the way.
Understanding billing
By using Headway for our billing, you get total transparency on costs. They handle the claims with your insurer so you can focus entirely on your wellness.