San Diego Behavioral Health​

Depression manifests in various forms. Treatment often involves a combination of antidepressant medication and psychotherapy.

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by pervasive sadness and a lack of interest in activities, significantly impacting daily functioning. Symptoms may include changes in appetite or sleep, fatigue, and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide.

Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)

Persistent Depressive Disorder, or dysthymia, is a long-lasting form of depression where individuals experience a chronic low mood and other symptoms such as low self-esteem and hopelessness, affecting daily life and functioning.

At ORCA, we treat various forms of anxiety disorders, each requiring a specialized approach:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Characterized by chronic anxiety, worry, and tension, even when there is little or nothing to provoke it. This disorder can significantly interfere with daily activities, making it difficult to concentrate, rest, and accomplish tasks.

Panic Disorder

Involves unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress.

Agoraphobia

Fear of places and situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment. This fear can be so overwhelming that people may avoid public places or even avoid leaving their homes.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Extreme fear of being judged by others in social situations, leading to significant distress and often hindering one’s ability to function effectively in daily life.

Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition characterized by significant mood swings, including emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). At Oceanside, we utilize a combination of medication management and psychotherapy to help stabilize mood and improve quality of life.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after exposure to a traumatic event. Our therapists employ evidence-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help patients process trauma and regain control of their lives.

We treat various substance use disorders, focusing on comprehensive recovery solutions:

Alcohol Use Disorder

Involves a pattern of alcohol use leading to significant clinical and functional impairment, including health problems, disability, and failure to meet major responsibilities at work, school, or home.

Opioid Use Disorder

Characterized by a problematic pattern of opioid use that causes significant impairment or distress, including a strong desire to use opioids, increased tolerance, and withdrawal syndrome.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) causes persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions). Treatment includes therapy, particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and medication.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects concentration, impulsive actions, and energy levels. We provide behavioral strategies and medication to help manage symptoms.

Characterized by an extreme focus on physical symptoms — such as pain or fatigue — that causes major emotional distress and problems functioning. We offer psychological counseling and medication as needed.

We treat various co-occurring disorders, focusing on comprehensive recovery solutions. Our dual diagnosis treatment approach combines evidence-based therapies, medication management when appropriate, and holistic interventions to help clients achieve lasting recovery and improved mental wellness. We recognize the complex interplay between substance use and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.