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The Clinic
Our Team
DR. DAVID CHONG MD
Psychiatrist
Dr. Chong, an Arizona native, specializes in management of psychiatric intervention for a full spectrum of psychiatric disorders. His broad based experiences enable him to effectively treat adults who present with mood disorders including: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, attention and impulse-control disorders such as ADHD, and more severe mental illnesses.
Dr. Chong also specializes in Eating Disorders. In addition to his outpatient work, Dr. Chong also works at Alsana, an Eating Disorder Residential Treatment where he is the lead psychiatrist.
Currently, Dr. Chong has an interest in treating patients with anxiety disorders, mood disorder, eating disorders , and adult ADHD.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
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Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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Adult Psychiatry: University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix Campus 2014-2017
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Internship: University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix Campus 2013-2014
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Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix Campus 2009-2013
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B.S. Finance: Arizona State University 2003-2007
MEMBERSHIPS
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American Psychiatric Association
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Arizona Psychiatric Society
SPECIALTIES
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Clinical Treatment of Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder,
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Eating Disoders
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Adult ADHD
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
JOSI BERNAL PA-C
Psychiatric Physician Assistant
Josi is a board certified Physician Assistant with a passion for mental health. She graduated top of her class from Arizona State University with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology. She then obtained her Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Northern Arizona University.
Her fascination in the connection between physical and mental health drew her to psychiatry. She believes in a holistic approach to mental wellbeing - acknowledging the vital role that nutrition, movement, and healthy relationships all play in reaching the overarching goal of psychological wellness.
She practices with warmth and empathy, and enjoys collaborating with her patients to curate individualized treatment plans that align with their goals.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
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Board Certified Physician Assistant
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PA School: Northern Arizona University Physician Assistant Program 2018-2020
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B.S. Psychology: Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University 2013-2017
MEMBERSHIPS
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American Academy of Physician Assistants
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Arizona State Association of Physician Assistants
SPECIALTIES
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Clinical treatment of Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Panic Disorder, OCD, PTSD, Adult ADHD
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Use of Pharmacotherapy, Nutraceuticals and Nutritional Food in the treatment of mental health conditions
ERICA NEAL - PA-C
Psychiatric Physician Assistant
Erica Neal is a board-certified Physician Assistant trained and supervised by Dr. Brad Zehring for the psychiatric treatment of patients with eating disorders.
Erica has an understanding and passion to help patients with their mental health who are either actively struggling with their eating disorder or are in eating disorder recovery and needing additional support. She treats from a Health at Every Size framework and she hopes to provide safety, hope, and compassion for all her patients. She did her training at A.T. Still University and practices whole person health care; with the goal of wellness for the mind, body and spirit.
When not at work she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, gardening and visiting the best local coffee shops.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
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Board Certified Physician Assistant since 2015
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Physician Assistant training completed at A.T. Still University Physician Assistant program 2013-2015
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B.S Kinesiology and Minor in Psychology from Arizona State University from 2007-2011
SPECIALTIES
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Clinical Treatment of Eating Disorders and co-occurring mental illnesses including depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD and Bipolar Disorder.
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Also has special interests in treating OCD, ADD/ADHD, and Bipolar Disorder
ALYSSA BRUNS - PA-C
Psychiatric Physician Assistant
Alyssa is a board-certified Physician Assistant, who obtained her Master’s Degree from Wingate University in North Carolina, and has experience in management of the full spectrum of psychiatric disorders, including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, and PTSD.
Her holistic approach to medicine encourages collaboration with patients to create the best treatment plans that address their mental health, exercise regimens, dietary health, sleep hygiene, and medication compliance. Alyssa’s goal is to foster open and honest communication with her patients to most effectively and appropriately align their treatment goals and expectations with an achievable and sustainable plan of care. She practices with compassion, respect, and empathy to treat both the patient’s mental and physical health.
Outside of working, Alyssa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, exploring the outdoors, going for walks, skiing, and golfing.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
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Board Certified Physician Assistant
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Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies: Wingate University 2017-2019
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B.S. in Finance and Biology: University of San Diego 2010-2014
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SPECIALTIES
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Clinical Treatment of the following psychiatric conditions: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Panic Disorder, OCD, PTSD, and ADD/ADHD