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Connecting Minds, Innovating Care

We empower minds through connection and innovative mental health care for adults.
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About Us

Improving Mental Health by Connection

Building meaningful relationships with patients is the foundation in achieving better mental health outcomes. Depression and Anxiety rob us of our ability to connect, leaving us isolated. We work meaningfully with patients using innovative treatments so that they feel more connected with themselves and the individuals they love.
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Bio

Richard A. Bermudes, M.D.

With over two decades of dedicated service, Dr. Bermudes is a deeply empathetic and collaborative psychiatrist, board-certified and specialized in treating a spectrum of emotional conditions, including depressive and anxiety disorders, trauma-induced conditions, and cognitive disorders.

Dr. Bermudes and his staff are ready to support you on your wellness journey.

Treatments

Treatments Offered

01

New Patient Evaluation (75 min)

A comprehensive assessment that includes a thorough review of your mental health, medical history, and the development of a tailored, holistic treatment plan.
02

Second Opinion Consultation (75 min)

A detailed assessment accompanied by a report offering well-rounded recommendations for individuals already working with a primary care physician.
03

Personalized Medication Management (25 min)

Customized psychopharmacology based on published research, focusing on rational medication prescriptions with reduction and de-prescribing when appropriate (for ages 15 and above).
04

Brief Medication Management (15 min)

Quick appointments to refill medications and monitor stable or mild symptoms.
05

Integrated Psychotherapy and Medication Management Visit (45 min)

A holistic approach that combines pharmacotherapy with psychotherapeutic techniques to manage anxiety or mood symptoms and work towards broader life goals. Specialized treatments include exposure and response prevention (ERP) for Panic Disorder, OCD, and Social Anxiety (for ages 15 and above).
06

Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

Experience personalized therapeutic neuromodulation protocols designed to accommodate a wide range of symptoms, diagnoses, schedules, and ages (for ages 15 and above).
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all sessions in-person or is telehealth available?

While TMS sessions are in person, Dr. Bermudes conducts medication management and psychotherapy appointments over telehealth. In clinical circumstances where in-person meetings are preferred, Dr. Bermudes works with patients and families around these decisions. Please note telehealth sessions can occur in states where Dr. Bermudes is licensed (CA, WA, NV, TX).

Can Dr. Bermudes prescribe DEA scheduled medications for telehealth patients?

The DEA is issuing new rules regarding controlled substances (i.e. scheduled medications). You will need a referral from a clinician who has performed an in-person exam or Dr. Bermudes can arrange to conduct an in-person exam prior to receiving scheduled medications if you are a telehealth patient.

What forms of payment does the practice accept?

Dr. Bermudes accepts Mastercard/Visa, HSA/FSA cards, and ACH payments. Dr. Bermudes requires a credit card on file for payments.

What happens if I have an urgent problem or emergency?

Dr. Bermudes recognizes that most crises happen outside sessions and can communicate via secure messaging or phone calls regarding urgent or emergency matters. Dr. Bermudes prioritizes being available when crises arise to work collaboratively to get helpful care.

Can I use my insurance with Dr. Bermudes?

Dr. Bermudes provides out-of-network direct care with insurance plans to offer the quality and type of care he can stand behind. Dr. Bermudes advocates at the national level for increasing mental health parity and accessibility to innovative and quality mental health care and hopes to in the future to be able to work in a more aligned way with all stakeholders. Dr. Bermudes provides “superbills” for out-of-network reimbursement for covered services if your plan has this benefit (e.g., a PPO plan). You can submit superbills through the Osmind app.