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Chantal Flanagan, Nurse Practitioner

Chantal Flanagan, MS, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatry in Encinitas, California

Specialties:
ADHD Anxiety Depression/feeling down Panic attacks Self-esteem Stress management +15
Ages Served
11-75+
Manages Medications
Accepts Insurance

About Chantal Flanagan (She/Her)

Chantal Flanagan, PMHNP has worked in the psychiatric mental health field for the past 34 years. She earned her master’s degree as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Child and Adolescent Mental Health from UCSF in 1993. She earned her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner post-master’s certificate from Rush University in 2009. She has worked in all areas of mental health with varying populations including inpatient, intensive outpatient, and outpatient for children, adolescents, and adults. While prescribing and evaluating the effectiveness of medications is her primary focus she also provides brief solution focused therapy as well as CBT/DBT. She practices with a nonjudgmental, supportive, and team approach which quickly places her patients or clients at ease. During her free time she enjoys hiking with her dog, Zoey, and cooking dinner for her family.

The key to living an optimal life is balancing the mind, body, and spirit.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Psychiatry/Medication Management

Treat and prevent mental health disorders using medication and therapy.

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Panic attacks
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • Autism spectrum & neurodivergence
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Childhood ADHD, attention or focus issues
  • Eating issues: binging
  • Grief & loss
  • Hair pulling & skin picking
  • Intense mood changes
  • Military, veteran, and first responder mental health
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Phobias
  • Self-injury or cutting
  • Sexual trauma
  • Sleep issues or insomnia
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Unhealthy eating habits

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University of California - San Francisco
  • Rush University

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In a very short period of time, I was able to get much needed help in sleeping through the night with the right medication, as well as control a 30-year cycle of panic attacks. I highly recommend my therapist Chantal Flanagan to anyone who is looking for immediate relief and comforting support for the long haul. She also does telehealth appointments which is great since I don’t drive anymore.
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Diane K.

Diane K.

Oct 17, 2026
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Loved Dr. Mesco! He retired and now I have Chantal who is amazing. It’s a great way of making mental health services accessible and not making it a half day of travel and appointments ordeal. Only hiccup is join link to video should be on the website. Making us anxious ones… well anxious waiting to log on.
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Michelle A.

Michelle A.

Oct 07, 2026
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Chantal Flanagan is an excellent resource for me in regards to mental health and sleep difficulties. At times that can be frustrating to the point of distraction. Having someone to turn to who understands that frustration is a massive relief. I am forever grateful for her presence in my life.
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Pam W.

Pam W.

Apr 28, 2025
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Chantal was alert, inciteful, and engaging. Very pleased! Best experience yet in virtual world. The app was difficult to navigate on Android. And, I received four separate opportunities to confirm. But worth it. Thanks! (Oh, and ... PAT is an acronym for point after touchdown.)
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Mike H.

Mike H.

Jan 23, 2024
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Chantal has helped me so much. She is so easy to talk to and really “gets it”. Also she is very knowledgeable of all types of medication, so there is not a lot of guessing on what might or might not work. She is the best mental health professional I have ever worked with.
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Melinda L.

Melinda L.

Jun 05, 2026
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Chantel is awesome and a great Psychiatrist and or mental health professional . She is always present and understands what is being said and provides the best feedback and recommendations. I’m really thankful to have a great support system for my mental health. God bless
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James Al D.

Oct 26, 2026
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Chantal Flanagan, Psychiatry in Encinitas, California

Chantal Flanagan

Psychiatry in Encinitas, California

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