Psychologist and Therapist in Brea, California Preet Joneja, Psychologist
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 18-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Preet Joneja, PsyD, DP
Dr. Preet Joneja is a licensed clinical Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2000. She has a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science. Dr. Joneja uses a biopsychosocial framework to health and recovery. She applies evidenced based interventions to help clients cope more effectively with stressful situations, mental health problems, addictions, and chronic conditions that interfere with life and physical health. In a collaborative process, Dr. Joneja works with clients to identify the best approach to address their problems, preferences, and personal beliefs. She has training in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Outside of work, Dr. Joneja enjoys cooking and yoga. She expresses her creativity through culinary experiences. Her practice of yoga is a respite from the demands of work and life. It allows her to take time for herself and cultivate self-compassion and self-care.
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol and Drug Use Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Couple's Issues
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Pain Management
- Post-Partum Depression/Anxiety
- Psychosis/Schizophrenia
- PTSD/Trauma
- Reproductive Challenges
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Aetna-Medicare
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Carelon (Beacon)-Medicare
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California-Medicare
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- ComPsych
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- Health Net (MHN)
- Humana-Medicare
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (SoCal)
- Magellan
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- EMDR
- Family Therapy
- Parenting Skills
Populations
- First Responders
- LGBTQ+
- Men
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Education
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American Behavioral Studies Institute
Professional | 2004
Santa Ana, CA, US
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Pepperdine University
Professional | 1999
Irvine, CA, US
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California State Polytechnic University
Undergraduate | 1998
Pomona, CA, US
Languages
- English
- Hindi
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Preet Joneja. You can also call 562-431-8822 to have someone assist you.
Preet Joneja generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 562-431-8822 to find out Preet Joneja'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 Preet Joneja:
- Aetna
- Aetna-Medicare
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Carelon (Beacon)-Medicare
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California-Medicare
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- ComPsych
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- Health Net (MHN)
- Humana-Medicare
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (SoCal)
- Magellan
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 562-431-8822 to see how we can help.
Preet Joneja is a Psychologist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Preet Joneja works at:
Yes, Preet Joneja does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Preet Joneja is currently offering in-office visits at the following location:
- English
- Hindi