Behavioral Health Services
At Clínica Monseñor Oscar A. Romero, our Behavioral Health and Psychiatry Department is dedicated to providing culturally responsive, trauma-informed mental health services that support the whole person. We recognize that emotional and psychological challenges often impact physical health, especially for individuals and families navigating poverty, housing insecurity, and systemic barriers to care.
Core Services and Initiatives:
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Culturally relevant, trauma-informed therapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups
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Bilingual licensed clinicians (English and Spanish)
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Use of Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) to guide treatment
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Integrated care model with close collaboration across medical, case management, and social services departments
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Case management to help navigate community resources and social support systems
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Educational workshops to foster emotional intelligence and adaptive life skills (launching 2026)
Psychiatry Services
Psychiatric services are a vital part of our integrated behavioral health model. Under the clinical leadership of Dr. Garcia, our team of psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners works in close collaboration with therapists to ensure seamless, holistic care for our patients.
Core Services and Initiatives:
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Comprehensive medication management to address mood, anxiety, and other mental health conditions
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Initial psychiatric evaluations and consistent follow-up care
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Bilingual psychiatric providers for culturally competent service delivery
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Strong interdisciplinary collaboration between prescribers and therapists to monitor progress and support recovery
Operation Hours
| Site | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
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| Alvarado | 8-5PM | 8-5PM | 8-5PM PSYCHIATRIC 8-12PM |
8-5PM | 8-5PM | |
| Marengo | 8-5PM | 8-5PM | 8-5PM | 8-5PM | 8-5PM | PSYCHIATRIC 8-5PM |
| Montebello | 8-4PM | 8-4PM | 8-4PM | 8-4PM | 8-4PM |
Contact information:
fsandoval@clinicaromero.com
213.989.7700 Ext. 2761
