01 / EVALUATE
Psychiatric evaluations
A comprehensive review of your concerns, symptoms, health history, medications, daily life, and goals to build a clear clinical picture.
Psychiatric care with the whole person in mind
Feel heard. Find clarity. Move forward.
Warm, holistic, solution-oriented mental health care for adults seeking greater stability, confidence, and quality of life.
Secure telehealthCaliforniaBy appointment
Services
Care that meets you where you are.
Services are provided through secure telehealth and tailored to your needs, priorities, and treatment goals.
02 / TREAT
Medication management
Collaborative, evidence-based medication planning with education about benefits, risks, alternatives, and what to expect.
03 / SUPPORT
Ongoing follow-up care
Thoughtful monitoring, treatment adjustments, and practical strategies designed to support steady, sustainable progress.
Areas of focus
Support for the concerns affecting your everyday life.
Care is individualized to your symptoms, experiences, health history, and personal goals.
Anxiety & depression
Support for persistent worry, low mood, reduced motivation, and related concerns.
ADHD
Thoughtful evaluation and treatment planning for attention, focus, and executive-function challenges.
Bipolar disorder
Collaborative care focused on mood stability, symptom monitoring, and long-term well-being.
Trauma-related conditions
Compassionate, trauma-informed care that respects your experiences, needs, and pace.
Insomnia & sleep concerns
Assessment of sleep patterns and contributing factors as part of your overall mental health.
Stress & life transitions
Practical support for emotional strain, changing roles, and periods of adjustment.
Approach to care
Clinical expertise, grounded in warmth.
Mental health care is more than treating symptoms. It begins with listening—creating a space where you feel respected, understood, and comfortable being yourself.
HolisticLooking at the full picture, including physical health, relationships, culture, lifestyle, and lived experience.
CollaborativeMaking decisions together so you feel informed and actively involved in your care.
Solution-orientedIdentifying practical tools and treatment steps that feel realistic, useful, and sustainable.
My goal is for you to feel heard, supported, and empowered—not reduced to a diagnosis.
CHRISTINA WILSON, PMHNP-BCYour first session
A conversation with purpose.
Start with your story
Share what brings you to care, your concerns, and what you hope will feel different. You can move at a pace that feels comfortable.
Understand the whole picture
We will discuss current symptoms, medical and mental health history, medications, lifestyle, relationships, and other factors affecting your well-being.
Clarify your goals
Together, we will identify what matters most to you and consider treatment options that align with your needs and preferences.
Leave with next steps
You will leave with a clearer understanding of the care plan, an opportunity to ask questions, and a shared direction for follow-up.
Insurance accepted
Making care more accessible.
Anthem Blue Cross California
Cigna
Curative
Aetna
Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Acceptance of an insurance company does not guarantee that every plan is in network. Coverage and benefits vary by plan and will be verified before your first appointment. Please also contact your insurance company to confirm eligibility, network participation, copays, deductibles, and authorization requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Helpful information before you begin.
Learn what to expect from care at Balanced Essence Care.
Do you prescribe medication?
Yes. When clinically appropriate, treatment may include medication as part of an individualized plan. Benefits, risks, alternatives, and follow-up needs will be discussed with you.
Are appointments offered by telehealth?
Yes. Appointments are conducted through secure telehealth for adults who are physically located in California at the time of the visit.
What can I expect during my first appointment?
Your first appointment includes a comprehensive discussion of your current concerns, symptoms, medical and mental health history, medications, lifestyle, and treatment goals. Together, we will identify appropriate next steps.
What should I have available for my first appointment?
Please have your photo identification, insurance information, current medication list, pharmacy information, and any relevant medical or mental health records available.
How do I know whether my insurance plan is accepted?
Network participation and benefits vary by plan. Coverage will be verified before your first appointment, and you should also confirm your network status, copays, deductibles, and authorization requirements directly with your insurer.
What should I do if I need urgent or emergency help?
Balanced Essence Care does not provide emergency or crisis services. If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911 or 988, or go to the nearest emergency department.
Practice details
Balanced Essence Care
ProviderChristina Wilson, PMHNP-BC
ServicesPsychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-up care
Service areaTelehealth appointments for adults physically located in California at the time of the visit
HoursBy appointment
Phone(951) 618-3225
Visit formatVirtual appointments using secure technology
Respectful care. Clear communication.
Every appointment is designed to be conversational, collaborative, and free of judgment. Questions are welcome, and your preferences remain central to the treatment process.
For emergencies: This practice does not provide emergency or crisis services. Call 911 or 988, or go to the nearest emergency department if you are in immediate danger.
Connect
Ready for a thoughtful next step?
Book online, call (951) 618-3225, or email info@balancedessencecare.com. Current patients can also use the secure patient portal.