Psychiatry in Chula Vista, California Dumka Biragbara, Nurse Practitioner
Gender Identity: Female
Ages Served: 18-75+
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: Yes
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Dumka Biragbara, MSN, PMHNP
Specializes In:
Dumka Biragbara, PMHNP, provides compassionate and expert mental health care to adults and seniors across California. She is dedicated to helping patients achieve improved mental health and well-being through empathetic, evidence-based treatments. By fostering a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, Dumka tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of her clients, helping them navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. Her practice includes comprehensive medication management, ensuring patients receive personalized and effective care.
Dumka specializes in treating anxiety, bipolar disorder, and depression, understanding the profound impact these conditions can have on daily life. Her approach focuses on addressing both the symptoms and underlying causes, guiding patients toward lasting recovery. She also works closely with individuals experiencing trauma and PTSD, creating a safe space for them to process their experiences and reclaim their sense of self. Additionally, she supports clients dealing with sleep disorders and insomnia, recognizing the critical role that quality sleep plays in mental and physical health.
Beyond these specialties, Dumka has a passion for working with populations such as military veterans, individuals with developmental disabilities, and those on the autism spectrum. She integrates a holistic and patient-centered approach, offering care that is both inclusive and culturally sensitive. Whether addressing head injuries, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or grief, Dumka provides personalized strategies to empower her patients and improve their quality of life.
When she’s not practicing, Dumka enjoys traveling and exploring new destinations. Her love for adventure and learning about different cultures enhances her ability to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds. This personal passion reflects her commitment to fostering growth and balance in both her life and her clinical practice. and her practice is inclusive of LGBTQ+ individuals, first responders, and military veterans. Fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, Dhwani effectively serves California’s culturally diverse communities.
Outside of her professional life, Dhwani finds joy in hiking and exploring new trails, which helps her stay grounded and connected to nature. She also enjoys experimenting with new recipes and spending quality time with family and friends. Her love for reading about psychology and neuroscience reflects her commitment to staying at the forefront of mental health advancements.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Psychiatry/Medication Management: Ages 18-75+
Areas of Focus
Psychiatry/Medication Management
Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Bipolar Disorder
- Intense mood changes
- Panic attacks
- Stress management
- Ability status
- Adoption & foster care
- Aging
- Anger issues
- Attachment issues
- Autism: generally independent
- Brain/head injuries (TBI)
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Caregiving
- Chronic pain-related issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Eating issues: binging
- Emotional abuse
- Empty nesters
- End-of-life challenges
- Ethnic identity
- Fertility
- First responder stress
- Focus, concentration & memory
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Hair pulling & skin picking
- Hallucinations
- Hoarding
- Immigration/cultural status
- Intellectual challenges: generally independent
- Marital stress or divorce
- Men's health/issues
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Military & veteran
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Other neurological conditions
- Other women's health concerns
- Parenthood
- Phobias
- PMS & PMDD
- Post-partum depression & anxiety
- Pre-conception
- Pregnancy
- Pregnancy loss
- Premarital counseling
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Racial identity
- Religion & spirituality
- Retirement
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- Self-esteem
- Self-injury or cutting
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sexual trauma
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Stress from ongoing health issues
- Stroke-related conditions
- Trauma & PTSD
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Languages
- English
Education
-
Herzing University
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Dumka Biragbara. You can also call 858-786-0104 to have someone assist you.
Dumka Biragbara generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 858-786-0104 to find out Dumka Biragbara's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Dumka Biragbara:
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 858-786-0104 to see how we can help.
Yes, Dumka Biragbara is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Dumka Biragbara works at:
Yes, Dumka Biragbara does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Dumka Biragbara is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: