Shara Amzallag | MSN, PMHNP-BC

Accepting New Clients

Shara (she/her/hers) is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serving our California clients. Shara has 13 years of nursing experience and completed her psychiatric training at University of Cincinnati.

Trained as a Psych NP, Shara is a generalist with experience in treating a wide range of conditions.

“My approach begins with understanding your current mental health while also exploring the life experiences that have shaped who you are. Together, we’ll clarify your goals and create a personalized plan to help you feel your best, so you can live a fulfilling, balanced life. I take a whole-person approach, considering your mental, physical, and spiritual health to support healing and long-term growth. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward wellness.”

Specialties:

  • ADHD

  • Anxiety

  • Bipolar Disorder

  • Chronic Illness

  • Depression

  • Family Issues

  • Insomnia & sleep issues

  • Life transitions

  • Maternal mental health / pre / postpartum

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)/Trauma

  • Religion & spirituality

Treatment Approaches:

  • Client-Centered Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies

  • Life Coaching

  • Motivational Interviewing

  • Multidisciplinary collaboration and care coordination

  • Psychiatric assessments and Medication Management

  • Psychotherapy techniques and therapeutic communication

  • Positive Psychotherapy

  • Trauma-focused therapy

Insurances Accepted:

  • Aetna

  • Cigna

  • Oxford

  • United Healthcare