Dr. Carolyn Hanohano
PMHNP-BC,PhD,RN
Licensed in the state of CA
Insurance accepted
Aetna
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Quest Behavioral Health
and 5 more
Accepts new patients
Meet Carolyn Hanohano
Passionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hello, I’m Carolyn J. O. Hanohano, a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. With over two decades of experience in nursing, my mission is to provide compassionate and effective mental health care.
I earned my PhD in Nursing from Azusa Pacific University and have advanced training as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Eastern Kentucky University. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in various settings, including hospitals and clinics, always striving to improve patient care and ensure a safe environment.
My journey in healthcare began in the military, where I served in the United States Naval Reserves as a Hospital Corpsman and Certified Surgical Technologist. This experience cultivated my skills in patient care, team coordination, and surgical assistance.
I hold numerous certifications, including Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Basic Life Support (BLS) and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). I am licensed to practice in California and committed to continuous learning to stay at the forefront of mental health care.
In my daily practice, I prioritize clear communication and patient-centered care. I’m here to listen, understand your needs, and support your mental well-being. Let’s work together on your journey to better health.
I earned my PhD in Nursing from Azusa Pacific University and have advanced training as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Eastern Kentucky University. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in various settings, including hospitals and clinics, always striving to improve patient care and ensure a safe environment.
My journey in healthcare began in the military, where I served in the United States Naval Reserves as a Hospital Corpsman and Certified Surgical Technologist. This experience cultivated my skills in patient care, team coordination, and surgical assistance.
I hold numerous certifications, including Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Basic Life Support (BLS) and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). I am licensed to practice in California and committed to continuous learning to stay at the forefront of mental health care.
In my daily practice, I prioritize clear communication and patient-centered care. I’m here to listen, understand your needs, and support your mental well-being. Let’s work together on your journey to better health.
Accepts new patients
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My philosophy
I believe that all patients should be treated with dignity and respect. My goal is to provide the highest quality of care and a compassionate and friendly attitude. My goal is for all my patients to achieve optimal outcomes by focusing on performing thorough evaluations, and medication management.
My treatment approaches
• Culturally Sensitive
• Coaching
• Person-Focused
• Emotionally Focused
• Motivational Interviewing
• Trauma Focused
I specialize in treating individuals with:
Mental Health
Adult Psychiatry
Nursing
Psychiatry
young adults
adolescents
Medication Management
I provide professional care to people with the following conditions:
Depression
Anxiety
Bipolar disorders
Schizophrenia
PTSD
ADHD
Services & Pricing
Transparent pricing for quality care
Choose the right type of service based on your needs and budget without compromising on the quality of care you receive.
Initial Visit
An initial visit with a provider involves a medical history review, an assessment of your specific symptoms and concerns, and possible diagnostic tests to evaluate a patient's health, identify issues, and develop and discuss treatment options. Cash pay rate available.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
60 mins session
Video or in-person visits
$175 /visit
Accept sliding scale
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Follow-up Visit
A follow-up visit with a provider involves checking the progress of the patient's treatment plan, assessing any new symptoms or concerns, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal health outcomes. Cash pay rate available.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
30 mins session
Video visits only
$125 /visit
Accept sliding scale
Rates shown are out-of-pocket costs. With eligible insurance, you may pay less than the listed rate. Please check with your insurance provider for an estimate.
Free Consultation
An opportunity for potential patients to discuss their concerns or needs with a provider, or therapist, to determine if their services are a good fit and to receive initial advice or guidance. Many providers offer free or very affordable consultation services with potential patient leads. Providers who add Free consultation as a service receives 2-3 times more prospects.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
15 mins session
Video visits only
Free
Experiences
My education and work experiences
Work
County of Ventura
Senior Registered Nurse Mental Nurse Acute Care - Full-time
Apr 2019 - Present
• Assess the needs and goals of patients; focus on a population with severe mental illness, substance use disorders, high utilizers of emergency room/hospitalizations; and homeless healthcare out in various locations in the community.
• Provide basic first aid and immunizations to the homeless population in the mobile clinic.
• Initiate an individualized plan of care based on these assessments.
• Care coordination, nurse case management, and medication management.
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Ventura County Medical Center – Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Shift Supervisor – Senior Registered Nurse/Mental Health Nurse III – Acute Care - Full-time
Feb 2011 - Apr 2019
• Assess the needs of mentally ill patients; initiate a plan of care based on these assessments.
• Provide psychiatric assessment and stabilization in a highly acute environment.
• Work within the interdisciplinary team to achieve client-centered goals, reduce suffering, and intervene in acute crises.
• Provide pharmacotherapy, psychoeducation, and pharmacological education for clients and View all
Ventura County Medical Center – Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Mental Health Nurse II / Relief Charge Nurse
Apr 2001 - Mar 2011
• Assess the needs of mentally ill patients; initiate a plan of care based on these assessments.
• Provide psychiatric assessment and stabilization in a highly acute environment.
• Work within the interdisciplinary team to achieve client-centered goals, reduce suffering, and intervene in acute crises.
• Provide pharmacotherapy, psychoeducation, and pharmacological education for clients and enhance the patient experience utilizing a multitude of interventions and therapeutic skills.
• Provide skilled medical nursing care, medications, and wound care.
• Provide individual counseling and lead or co-lead group therapy; conduct family conferences.
Crisis Stabilization Unit
• Provide direct and emergency mental health services and resources to those in crisis and provide support to their families.
• Explain legal rights to patients and assist with enforcement of these rights as patient advocate.
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Education
Eastern Kentucky University
Master of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - across the spectrum for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Aug 2021 - May 2023
Azusa Pacific University
Doctorate of Nursing - Doctorate of Philosphy in Nursing
Aug 2011 - Dec 2017
California State University – Dominguez Hills
Master of Master's of Science in Nursing - Nursing Administration
Jan 2006 - May 2009
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Get the support you need with a personalized treatment plan and flexible scheduling online or in person.
Ratings & Reviews
Here is what my patients said about me
98%
of patients said
“I feel better now after the treatment“
83%
of patients said
“I was treated with good care and respect“
93%
of patients said
“I understood the treatment plan“
Carolyn did a great job of informing me about my options and was able to answer my questions about medications. I look forward to my follow-up with Carolyn.
Appointment types
I accept both in-person and video visits
In-person visit
Video visit
Areas I serve
Visit me at:
By invitation only
3529 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019
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