Psychiatry in La Mesa, California Khadra Yusuf, Nurse Practitioner

Khadra Yusuf, PMHNP-BC, helps adults and older adults across California find stability, symptom relief, and renewed confidence through personalized medication management. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner at LifeStance Health, she partners with patients to develop treatment plans that address their unique mental health needs while supporting long-term wellness and recovery. Khadra provides care for a range of conditions, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, while also offering support for additional mental health concerns like schizophrenia, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, and substance use disorders. Khadra works collaboratively with patients through a recovery-oriented approach that emphasizes hope, resilience, and meaningful progress. Khadra incorporates evidence-based practices into her care and values, treating the whole person rather than just symptoms. Her approach is grounded in clinical expertise, compassion, and respect for each patient’s goals. She utilizes strategies informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness principles to support overall treatment outcomes. She earned her education from the University of Southern Indiana and San Diego State University. Outside of her clinical practice, Khadra enjoys spending time with her children and family, exploring new coffee shops and restaurants, traveling, and maintaining an active lifestyle.