2016
Practicing since
Whole-person care
for lasting wellbeing
Board-certified telehealth psychiatrist serving all of California — Dr. Amy Appleby, MD
Same-week evaluations available
Secure, private video visits
Care tailored to you, not your diagnosis
Superbills provided on request
Schedule your initial evaluation
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Meet Your Psychiatrist
Amy Appleby MD
Dr. Appleby is board-certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has been practicing medicine since 2016. She is passionate about providing high-quality care to patients of all walks of life, with experience treating many mental health conditions across outpatient clinics, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, crisis centers, partial hospitalization programs, correctional facilities, and medical hospitals.
She received her medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed her psychiatry residency at Kaiser Permanente Fontana.
100%
Virtual telehealth
CA
Statewide care
Board Certified
Psychiatrist
Areas of care
Conditions treated
Dr. Appleby treats a wide range of psychiatric conditions with evidence-based, whole-person care.
Since 2016
Dedicated to your mental health
Care that adapts as you heal
We have learned through experience that the best treatments for mental health issues incorporate whole-person centered care.
Taking into account physical wellness, spiritual beliefs, cultural background, and personal and psychiatric history when formulating a treatment plan.
You are not defined by your symptoms, and your treatment should take into account more than just your diagnosis.
At Appleby Psychiatry, your journey begins with a thorough intake evaluation and regular follow-up appointments tailored to your needs.
Treatment may include psychotropic medication, psychotherapy, nutraceutical supplementation, and lifestyle coaching.
We have learned through experience that the best treatments for mental health issues incorporate whole-person centered care.
Taking into account physical wellness, spiritual beliefs, cultural background, and personal and psychiatric history when formulating a treatment plan.
You are not defined by your symptoms, and your treatment should take into account more than just your diagnosis.
At Appleby Psychiatry, your journey begins with a thorough intake evaluation and regular follow-up appointments tailored to your needs.
Treatment may include psychotropic medication, psychotherapy, nutraceutical supplementation, and lifestyle coaching.
Since 2016
Dedicated to your
Care that adapts
Dedicated to your
mental health
Care that adapts
as you heal
Our Services
Evidence-based telepsychiatry, individualized to you
At Appleby Psychiatry, we proudly offer high-quality and evidence-based telepsychiatry that is individualized to your needs.
Psychiatric Evaluation
New patients begin with a detailed 50-minute evaluation to understand your medical, psychiatric, and social history and develop the most appropriate treatment plan.
Medication Management
Thoughtful, evidence-based psychotropic medication tailored to your symptoms, with ongoing monitoring and adjustments at follow-up visits.
Integrated Psychotherapy
We incorporate CBT, DBT, supportive psychotherapy, and psychodynamic techniques into every visit alongside medication when appropriate.
Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching
Empowering you to make healthy choices across all aspects of life, because mental health is shaped by more than diagnosis alone.
Virtual Telehealth
Secure, convenient video appointments so you can access expert psychiatric care from anywhere in California.
Nutraceutical Support
When appropriate, we discuss supplementation options as part of a comprehensive, whole-person treatment approach.
Pricing
Transparent, direct-pay care
Intake Evaluation
$525
A comprehensive initial assessment covering your full medical, psychiatric, and social history.
Follow-up Visit
$300
Regular follow-up appointments scheduled at intervals determined by your doctor based on your needs.
Appleby Psychiatry does not accept insurance. Superbills are available upon request for potential reimbursement through your insurance company.
FAQ
Common questions
You can get the process started by booking an evaluation through our online scheduling portal. We'll guide you through intake paperwork and match you with an appointment time that works for you.
We believe strongly in the power of human connection in the healing process and work hard to balance medication management with psychotherapy and lifestyle guidance. We also take accurate diagnosis seriously, spending significant time on history-taking and patient education about symptom patterns.
We incorporate therapeutic techniques into every visit, including CBT, DBT, supportive psychotherapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. Due to the medication-focused nature of psychiatry appointments, we strongly recommend seeing a dedicated therapist alongside psychiatric care for comprehensive support.
Many psychiatrists in private practice choose not to accept insurance to provide care that is more individualized and adaptive to each patient's needs. Insurance plans often restrict appointment frequency and treatment options. At your request, we can provide a superbill for potential reimbursement.
Certain conditions require close in-person and medically collaborative care that are not a good fit for the virtual model, including active eating disorders and active substance use disorders.
Yes. All appointments are conducted via secure video, and patients may be located anywhere in California at the time of their visit.
If you are in San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Agoura Hills, San Francisco, San Jose, or anywhere in California, you can schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Amy Appleby without traveling to an office.
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD) who can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and provide psychotherapy. A therapist provides talk therapy but cannot prescribe medication. Many patients benefit from seeing both.
Location & Contact
Based in San Diego, serving all of California
Including patients in San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Agoura Hills, San Francisco, and San Jose — and communities statewide via secure telehealth.
Address
4231 Balboa Ave #1394
San Diego, CA 92117
Not accepting in-person appointments at this time.
Phone & Email
Telehealth
All appointments are conducted virtually via secure video. Patients must be located in California at the time of each visit.
Policies
Patient information
HIPAA Privacy
We maintain strict confidentiality standards and protect your health information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Telehealth Policy
Virtual visits require a stable internet connection and a private location. Patients must be physically present in California during appointments.
Patient-Physician Relationship
A patient-physician relationship is not established until a face-to-face visit has taken place, despite any communications prior to this event.
You have a legal right to a Good Faith Estimate when receiving medical care. Contact us for more information.