Psychiatry Services
Comprehensive psychiatric care for adults and adolescents -- from initial evaluation to long-term medication management. Board-certified, bilingual, and just 15 minutes from the San Ysidro border crossing.
Our Psychiatric Services
Every patient receives individualized care based on their specific needs. Here are the core services I provide:
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation
A thorough 60-minute initial assessment covering your symptoms, history, and goals -- the foundation of effective treatment.
Medication Management
Precise prescribing and ongoing adjustment of psychiatric medications -- finding the right medication at the right dose for your specific condition.
Telepsychiatry Follow-Ups
Online follow-up appointments for established patients when clinically appropriate and where legally permitted -- reducing the need for every visit to be in-person.
Adolescent Psychiatry
Specialized evaluation and treatment for adolescents facing ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and neurodevelopmental conditions.
Diagnostic Clarification
When previous diagnoses don't seem right or symptoms overlap, a fresh evaluation can identify what's really going on and redirect treatment effectively.
Family Consultation
Guidance for families navigating a loved one's mental health condition -- understanding the diagnosis, supporting recovery, and preventing caregiver burnout.
How Much Does It Cost?
No insurance games, no hidden fees. Our prices are straightforward, and we believe quality psychiatric care shouldn't require a second mortgage.
Initial Evaluation
- 60-minute comprehensive evaluation
- Full diagnostic assessment
- Treatment plan discussion
- Prescription if clinically indicated
- Available within days, not months
Follow-Up Visit
- Medication adjustment and monitoring
- Progress assessment
- Side effect management
- Treatment plan updates
- Telepsychiatry available for established patients
Accepted Payment Methods
We do not accept U.S. or Mexican insurance. However, at $110 for a comprehensive first visit, our prices are typically less than your insurance copay for a U.S. specialist -- and there's no months-long wait.
How It Works
From your first message to your first appointment -- here's what to expect:
Reach Out
Send a WhatsApp message or call us. Tell us briefly what you're looking for -- we'll respond within hours.
Schedule
We'll find a time that works for you -- typically within a few days. First visits are always in-person.
Your Visit
A thorough 60-minute evaluation. We'll discuss your symptoms, arrive at a diagnosis, and build a treatment plan together.
Follow Up
Regular follow-ups to optimize your treatment. In-person or via telepsychiatry for established patients.
Conditions We Treat
We provide evidence-based treatment for a wide range of psychiatric conditions in adults and adolescents:
Ready to Take the First Step?
Whether you're seeking a diagnosis, a second opinion, or ongoing treatment, we're here to help. No referral needed. No months-long wait list.
Where to Find Us
Our office is located in New City Medical Plaza -- a modern, secure medical building in Zona Rio, Tijuana's safest and most professional district. Just 15 minutes from the San Ysidro border crossing.
Address: New City Medical Plaza, Paseo del Centenario 9580, Floor 25, Suite 24, Zona Rio, 22010 Tijuana, B.C.
Hours: Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Phone and WhatsApp: +52 664 484 2218
Email: dr.ernesto@doctorpsiquiatra.com
Our patients come from San Diego, Chula Vista, National City, San Ysidro, Oceanside, Imperial Beach, and Los Angeles. Learn more about cross-border care -->
New City Medical Plaza, Paseo del Centenario 9580, Floor 25, Suite 24 -- Zona Rio, Tijuana
Frequently Asked Questions
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I built this practice around a simple idea: psychiatric care should be thorough, honest, and accessible. After my residency at Hospital Psiquiatrico Fray Bernardino Alvarez -- one of Mexico's leading psychiatric institutions -- I established a private practice in Tijuana specifically to serve patients who need quality care without the barriers of long waits, high costs, and rushed appointments. Whether you live in Tijuana or San Diego, you deserve a psychiatrist who listens, explains, and partners with you for the long term.