Cristina LaFarre, PMHNP
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

California License 95038916
Toll Free: 833.931.1716
I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner focused on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and stress. My approach centers on thoughtful evaluation, precise diagnosis, and tailored collaborative treatment plans.
My path into mental health was shaped by my experience in nursing, where I saw how deeply emotional well-being influences every aspect of a person’s life. I witnessed many individuals struggling with conditions that were often misunderstood or left untreated, which motivated me to pursue advanced training so I could provide more specialized psychiatric care. I believe mental health care should be respectful, individualized, and grounded in both science and compassion.
I create a supportive environment where people feel comfortable sharing concerns. I assess symptoms and develop tailored treatment plans that include medication, education, and practical strategies for daily and long-term improvement.
I view mental and overall health as closely linked. My goal is to advance symptom relief, insight, resilience, and quality of life for every individual.
Ages Served:
- Children
- Teens
- Adults
- Elders (65+)
Populations Served:
- Individuals
Languages:
- English
Locations:
- Corte Madera, CA – In-person and telehealth
- Costa Mesa, CA – Telehealth only
- Los Angeles, CA – Telehealth only
- San Diego, CA – Telehealth only
- San Francisco, CA – In-person and telehealth
Education / Training / Certifications:
- Doctor of Nursing Practice
Specialties:
- Addictive Behaviors
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood Behavior Issues
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Grief
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic Attacks
- Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
- PTSD/Trauma
- Relationship Issues
- Women’s Issues
Therapeutic Modalities:
- Adult Psychiatry
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Medication Management
- Telehealth Services
Insurance Accepted:
- Aetna / Meritain
- BlueShield
- Cigna / Evernorth
- Medicare
- Tri-West VA CCN
Toll Free: 833.931.1716
