Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is MindTree Wellness?

MindTree is an outpatient mental health and wellness clinic that offers a comprehensive and holistic approach to mental health care, including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, supportive therapy, wellness coaching, and pharmacogenetic testing.

Services & Care

2. How are your services delivered? In-person or online?

MindTree offers both—fully remote (telemedicine) sessions and in-person appointments. Currently, we operate in San Francisco, San Diego, and La Jolla.

3. What conditions do you treat?

we specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and insomnia through a blend of medication and brief therapy.

4. Who treats me at MindTree?

The team includes board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioners and psychiatrists, such as:

  • Emily Samuel – Founder & CEO, PMHNP offering holistic psychiatry and addiction care.

  • Grace E. Collins – PMHNP with extensive experience across populations.

  • Dr. Thais Siewert – DNP in psychiatric mental health, multilingual and culturally attuned.

  • Dr. Eric Chaghouri – Medical Director focused on co-occurring disorders, forensic psychiatry, and addiction medicine.

Getting Started

5. How do I start?

  1. Fill out the New Patient Questionnaire on our website.

  2. Wait for review – our team reviews your responses to ensure we’re the right fit for your care needs.

  3. Schedule your first appointment – if appropriate, you’ll receive a link to book a 45-minute initial psychiatric evaluation.

  4. Begin treatment – follow-up sessions will be scheduled as needed for medication management and ongoing support.

Appointments & Costs

6. What are the appointment types and fees?

  • Initial Psychiatric Evaluation (45 minutes): $395 — assessment and treatment planning.

  • Medication Management & Brief Supportive Psychotherapy (20 minutes): $195.

7. Do you accept insurance?

Yes. MindTree accepts both self-pay and insurance patients in California.

  • Insurance plans: Coverage varies by provider and plan; we encourage you to call ahead to confirm eligibility.

  • Billing: Patients are responsible for any copays, deductibles, or fees not covered by insurance. A superbill can also be provided for out-of-network reimbursement.

Logistics & Access

8. What happens after I complete the new patient questionnaire?

Your responses are reviewed. If MindTree can meet your needs, you’ll be invited to schedule a 45-minute evaluation.

9. How can I contact MindTree?

  • Phone: 415-849-2466

  • Fax: 415-376-4529

  • Addresses:

    • 1390 Market Street, Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94102

    • 888 Prospect Street, Suite 200, La Jolla, CA 92037

10. Did you shift to telemedicine because of COVID-19?

Yes. During the COVID-19 public health emergency, all appointments were remote. MindTree continues to offer both in-person and telemedicine options.

Safety & Support

11. What if I’m in crisis?

MindTree is not an emergency service.

  • If you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency, call 911 immediately.

  • You can also dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S.

  • For local crisis lines, please use the numbers specific to your county or region.

12. What ongoing support or self-care guidance do you provide?

MindTree’s blog offers resources like “9 Self Care Tips” covering sleep, nutrition, mindfulness, exercise, boundaries, and more.