Alexandra Cao, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Alexandra Cao

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Accepting clients
Updated 10 days ago
2 years in practice

I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management and individualized psychotherapy for students and adults at SHINE Psychiatry

I am a compassionate, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centered care. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University, Long Beach in 2019, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing Education from California State University, Fullerton. I later completed my Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate at California State University, Los Angeles. I have seven years of experience in psychiatric care, supporting individuals across the lifespan. With a strong foundation in mental health nursing, I am committed to helping my patients achieve emotional well-being and build resilience. I have experience treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia spectrum disorders. My comprehensive approach combines therapeutic techniques, medication management, and patient education to support each patient’s unique journey toward healing. I am excited to partner with individuals seeking mental health support, make a positive difference in their lives, and build meaningful, trusting connections.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Asian (East/Southeast)LGBTQIA+ ally

Practice hours (PDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Tue
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Wed
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Thu
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Fri
8:00 am 5:00 pm
Sat
closed

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Academic Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Binge-Eating Disorder
  • Depression
  • Insomnia
  • Medication Concerns
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Social Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Trichotillomania (hair pulling)

Age groups

  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)

Special groups

  • Graduate Students

Treatment specialties

Therapeutic modalities

  • Individual Therapy
  • Medication Management

Treatments

  • ADHD Evaluation
  • Person-Centered Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Training

Location

  • Shine Psychiatry & Mental Health Services

    Clinic

    14451 Chambers Road110Tustin, CA 92780

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    Accommodations

    Entering the practice

    • Door can be opened easily
    • Well-lit path to entrance
    • Service animals allowed
    • Emotional support animals allowed
    • Flat path to the front door

Remote options

  • Voice
  • Video

Payment options

$150 — $250per session

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – California
  • Anthem – California
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – California
  • Cigna – California
  • Health Net – California
  • Magellan – California
  • Optum – California
  • UC Health/SBA-Commercial – California
  • UCSC Student Insurance – California
  • United HealthCare – California
  • UnitedHealthcare – California
  • In-network insurance
  • Out-of-network insurance
  • Out-of-pocket
  • I offer a free consultation

Credentials

Licenses

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

    California Board of Registered Nursing

    95032017, California

Certificates

  • Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan).

    American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Education

  • California State University Los Angeles

    MS (Master of Science in Nursing), 2024

    Post Masters Certificate, Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate

  • California State University Fullerton

    MS (Master of Science in Nursing), 2022

    Master of Science in Nursing, Nursing Education