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Kristina Llanes is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. With nearly a decade of experience in behavioral health, she provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults.
Kristina earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University, East Bay. Her clinical practice focuses on comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnostic assessment, and individualized medication management informed by current research and best practices.
She has experience treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma-related conditions, and psychotic disorders. Kristina approaches each case with careful clinical reasoning and attention to detail, prioritizing safety, clarity in diagnosis, and thoughtful treatment planning.
Kristina provides outpatient psychiatric care at Ocean Psychiatry: A Salma Health affiliated clinic in Fremont, California. She works collaboratively with individuals to develop structured, goal-oriented treatment plans tailored to their clinical history and personal goals.
She believes effective psychiatric care is built on trust, transparency, and open communication. Kristina collaborates closely with therapists, primary care providers, and other members of the care team when appropriate to support continuity of care, long-term stability, and improved quality of life.
Frequently asked questions
Is Salma Health right for me?
If you’re living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health challenges and haven’t found the relief you deserve, Salma Health may be a good fit. Our approach combines advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment, and compassionate care to help you find what truly works for you. The first step is a comprehensive consultation with our team, we’ll help determine the best path forward together.
What does it mean that Ocean Psychiatry is a Salma Health affiliated clinic?
Ocean Psychiatry is in Fremont and part of the broader Salma Health network. For patients, that means you receive personalized, evidence-based care locally, while benefiting from shared clinical standards, coordinated treatment approaches, and access to advanced therapies core to Salma Health’s integrated brain health model.
Do you take insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including: Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield, Optum and a range of commercial providers. Our billing team will verify your benefits, review your coverage and explain any out-of-pocket costs before your visit. For any questions about insurance or payment, please contact our team directly at 510-451-2000
How do I know what therapies are right for me?
Every journey at Salma Health begins with a comprehensive evaluation led by our clinical team. Together, we’ll understand your symptoms, history, and goals, then design a personalized care plan that may include TMS, esketamine, talk therapy, or other evidence based treatments. No two care plans are alike; each is tailored to your unique needs.
