Psychiatrist in San Diego, California Al Alam, Psychiatrist
License: MD
Provider Gender: Male
Ages Served: 18-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: Yes
Al Alam, MD
I feel fortunate to have found my passion in psychiatry, my extensive training and expertise have provided me with ample tools to work with most psychiatric conditions.
Philosophy of Care:
I have a thorough, methodical, and empathic approach. I strive to make an accurate diagnosis and apply an evidence-based approach to management. I will offer psychoeducation, guidance, and perspective to empower individuals to become their best selves.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol and Drug Use Issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Grief
- Medical Conditions/Health Psychology
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Psychosis/Schizophrenia
- PTSD/Trauma
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
- Somatoform Disorders
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Humana
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Magellan
- Managed Health Network (HealthNet)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Sana Benefits
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness
Populations
- First Responders
- Men
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Languages
- English
- Arabic
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Al Alam. You can also call 858-279-1223 to have someone assist you.
Al Alam generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 858-279-1223 to find out Al Alam'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 Al Alam:
- Aetna
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Humana
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Magellan
- Managed Health Network (HealthNet)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Sana Benefits
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 858-279-1223 to see how we can help.
Yes, Al Alam is licensed to prescribe medication in appropriate situations.
Yes, Al Alam does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Al Alam is currently offering in-office visits.
- English
- Arabic