my experience with Dr. Smith and staff... special shout out to Sandi. is by far the most important…read morechoice I made in my journey with mental health. Dr. Smith listens, looks at facts, and gives good solid answers for helping my anxiety. Dr. Smith is instrumental in saving my life and my heart is grateful to be safe, advised well, and introduced to DBT therapy. You are truly in the best hands. if you have the opportunity to work with Dr. Smith and his staff. Thank you

I've been seeing Dr. Smith for about 7-8 years now. He has never once steared me wrong with his…read moredecisions with my treatment; knowing I have a Dr and a team that I can trust is very important to me. His 1 person team, Sandy is great, she makes sure your needs are met and and doesn't put you on the backburner. I recommend this practice to anyone who needs psychiatric help.

My husband sees Dr. Dilts Garcha as his neurologist. He is wonderful ! He cares about recovery and…read morenotices every bit of progress. He is very encouraging too. The whole office is also a great experience.

With much diligence & persistence, we were able to establish that the person seemingly posing as…read morethe office manager is NOT the office manager. Multiple staff and this individual are advising patients incorrectly that an individual who works under the actual office manager is in charge. That person is blocking patients from speaking to actual personnel that can assist them with the issues causing delays in information, correcting mistakes before incorrect tests are done and more. We had to do some research to gain access to the contact info for the CEO who has been notified of all these issues. The actual office manager has been apprised. For the sake of the patients and the doctors providing care, we hope that these issues are eradicated swiftly. Very concerning.

Update Time :)…read more Kristin Cote LMFT (Here is the link that is active at the time of this journal entry: https://www.yelp.com/biz/cote-kristin-b-mfcc-manteca / This is her Yelp Business Listing where her contact information resides) is still working during this COVID-19 etc. health breakout. 2 means: IN-Person (Hours Limited) & by telephone. To my knowledge, her office is still "Open for Business" in the location/address located in Manteca, California & listed here on this Yelp Business listing. I select the telephone as it's a notable distance from my residence when traveling. I'm still working on myself to be the best thing I can be and with Kristin's tutelage & education, it's always working & a work-in-progress; I'm totally good with that & with the strides I continue to make in my thinking and feeling which is a huge aspect to any living creature. Kristin has ALWAYS been there for me during CRITICAL EMOTIONAL/PHYSIOLOGICALLY uncomfortable times. These acts of morality & kindness have saved my existence. On a medication side-note some changes to my medications from my Psychiatrist also interest Kristin as she and my Psychiatrist of 5+ years & counting, Dr. Zainab Al-Dhaher (REMOTE ZOOM appointments available currently) work together professionally to keep me in tip-top client condition. Kristin has told me, more than once, to refresh my memory, that certain parts of the "Diagnosed Psychiatric Psychosis", wasn't convinced and/or certain that is what I actually had. At one point, my diagnosis from Dr. Al-Dhaher included the words "IN REMISSION" next to the BiPolar Type 1, and I became afraid and exhilarated at the same time because I was unaware that "remission" was possible for the BiPolar Type 1 diagnosis. Either way, Kristin has a holistic approach to my treatment and is VERY HANDS ON as is Al-Dhaher (called fondly "Dr.A" by Kristin). I don't know what I'd do without both of them. I was considering a move to Vermont; Wallingford, Vermont U.S.A. but I don't believe I'll be able to locate the correct Psychotherapist that Kristin is all about and the same goes for my lifesaver Al-Dhaher. (She, Dr. Al-Dhaher is a WIZARD! with psychotropic meds & some supplements OTC and prescribed a vitamin; Vitamin B6 100Mg tabs daily with a daily dose of 800 currently, does a miraculous job at managing the Tardive Dyskinesia Symptoms!) (uncontrollable bodily movements including Nystagamus, and herky-jerky bodily movements) (unsure of spelling and not near a dictionary; sincere apologies). Kristin has always been 100% Supportive with me and my mental-health, including supporting my CHOICE to take daily prescribed (Rx.) therapeutics by my amazingly competent psychiatrist Dr. Zainab Al-Dhaher @Community Psychiatry. (She has more than 1 office location.) Lithium Carbonate ER (Extended Release) has been a GOD-SEND to my life and my relationships & LEXAPRO (used in the ethical treatment of Depression & ANXIETY) have saved my life without weight-gain & given me INSIGHT & CLARITY into my future where I once was hopeless. There's a ton more to describe regarding this psychotherapic/psychiatric journey but space is limited. I stand-behind both of my psychiatric treatment team members and their ACCURACY in helping me lead an awesome yet humorous life. I've learned that A GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR is a must when treating BiPolar Type 1. It took me a few years to truly digest & absorb that lived experience but now that I have, I see clearly, the path ahead-of-me. My NAMI friend Marnye (no confidential breech) is a believer in the humor advice as well and you know what? Lastly, My Mother is a self-less being in so many healthful ways. So much so that I asked her way back in the beginning of our in-person appointments with Dr. Al-Daher to please accompany me to each and every appointment as often as possible. I am not secretive about any of my medical diagnoses and speak freely in front of my Mother, Kristin & Dr. Al-Dhaher, MD. It's been one heck of an eventfully productive healthful ride... I've pasted the link for Dr. Al-Dhaher, MD Psychiatrist below. The link works @ the time of this journaling. She was in the Manteca, CA office, then the Oakland, CA office & now she is settled in the Walnut Creek, CA office. https://www.mindpath.com/staff/zainab-al-dhaher-md/ ~ Jana Leigh Thomas

Betsy has truly been a lifesaver. Its hard to find a therapist that makes you feel relieved after…read moreyour appt. And look fwd for your next. Everyone I have referred to her has done nothing but rave about her. She offers insight on different ways of dealing w everyday issues, w work children etc.

Elizabeth is the best! I can't thank her enough for saving my life. She is well experienced and…read moreextremely knowledge and professional. I was really lucky to have met her and through all my appointments after a few unsuccessful therapists sessions by others. I would not be able to be in here now and writing this review is all I can say. Thank you, again! Elizabeth :)

I have been seeing Nicole for a while…read more She is a bright spot in my life! She has helped me work through pain and trauma that I have experienced from a young age. I have made more progress with Nicole than with any other therapist. She is very responsive when I need/want an appointment.

Nicole Parker was extremely unprofessional and unethical as a co-counselor in coparent counseling…read more She sent inappropriate texts about me to my coparent, without ever meeting me individually or having the authority to make these assessments, which were later used in court as her "professional opinion." She also made custody recommendations which was out of her scope. I raised concerns to her numerous times and she ignored me every time. Her actions caused significant harm, and I have filed a professional complaint against Nicole; I would not recommend her services, especially in a coparent counseling capacity.

Had an appt with Dr. Karnaze and he is a wonderful doctor and he explained to me the testing that…read morehe did and went overt the results with me as well. Very courteous and professional.

Hands down best neurology office in town, they stayed open seeing patients in person which I loved…read moresince I don't really think seeing a Dr on a screen is the same as in person. Office girls were nice, Dr was very patient with myself and my husband

Dr Hidalgo is a very good psychiatrist. She has been treating me for over 1 year. I highly…read morerecommend her to anyone that needs a psychiatrist.

I ended up in Dr. Hildago's care years ago, after a Bay Area psych (Hala Salem) almost killed me…read morewith her treatment. It took a while to find what would work best for me, but Dr Hildago listened to me, monitored my poor health closely, and has been caring for me ever since. I truly appreciate having a physician like her. She is caring, understanding and I know she prays for her patients at home! She truly wants the best for her patients and is open to what they have to say.

What a gem to find this type of caring provider in the Central Valley…read more Being late to my appointment was the biggest blessing in disguise as Dr. Ahmed truly took the time to hear all my issues and thoughts to offer the best all-around solutions I've had in a long while...all the way to listening to my evaluation of my shortness of breath (SOB) with the back pain and limited mobility to offering so many solutions of lung/heart wellness to weight issues. He could have been impatient with me for being late to the appointment but was kind and neutral about it, taking advantage of my being there to do what he could to get something done to move forward. He took the time to be thorough in his evaluation and his plan of action moving forward. I highly recommend him and his office. The office staff was very professional, competent and caring as well.

I would not recommend this place. Very antiquated. It's hard to get any help for my mom who is…read more87. They don't go out of their way to assist with anything.