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Erwin Baird, NP

Erwin Baird, NP

Adult Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
5222 Balboa Ave, #43, San Diego, CA
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at NextGen Psyche and Wellness, I provide patient-centered psychiatric care. I focus on building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship with you. My approach combines medication management, education about your mental health, and practical coping strategies. I take into account all aspects of your life, including your relationships, sleep patterns, stressors, and biological and psychological factors, to create a personalized treatment plan for you. I bring genuine curiosity to every session. I want to understand not just your symptoms, but what's happening in your life, your relationships, your sleep, and your stress. I look at the whole picture: biological, psychological, and social factors together. I explain the why behind what's happening in your brain, not just what to do about it, and I combine medication management with psychoeducation and practical, evidence-based strategies tailored specifically to you. I enjoy working with people who are still exploring and understanding their experiences. You don't need to be perfect; it's completely okay to forget things, have trouble finding words, or prefer to stay quiet. I adapt to your individual needs and let you move at your own pace. I'm especially drawn to helping those who struggle to express themselves after intense experiences. Areas of focus include ADHD, bipolar disorder, substance use, insomnia and sleep issues, and medication management for children, teens, and adults.
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About Erwin Baird

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Families
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Erwin Baird

As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at NextGen Psyche and Wellness, I provide patient-centered psychiatric care. I focus on building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship with you. My approach combines medication management, education about your mental health, and practical coping strategies. I take into account all aspects of your life, including your relationships, sleep patterns, stressors, and biological and psychological factors, to create a personalized treatment plan for you. I bring genuine curiosity to every session. I want to understand not just your symptoms, but what's happening in your life, your relationships, your sleep, and your stress. I look at the whole picture: biological, psychological, and social factors together. I explain the why behind what's happening in your brain, not just what to do about it, and I combine medication management with psychoeducation and practical, evidence-based strategies tailored specifically to you. I enjoy working with people who are still exploring and understanding their experiences. You don't need to be perfect; it's completely okay to forget things, have trouble finding words, or prefer to stay quiet. I adapt to your individual needs and let you move at your own pace. I'm especially drawn to helping those who struggle to express themselves after intense experiences. Areas of focus include ADHD, bipolar disorder, substance use, insomnia and sleep issues, and medication management for children, teens, and adults.

What should a new client know about working with you?

In our first session, you lead the way. I'm here to listen, and there's no pressure to share everything at once. We'll talk about your main goal for the next 30 days: what would help you feel like a better version of yourself? From there, we'll create a personalized plan based on what's most important to you right now.

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More information on payments and coverage

Self-pay (cash) rates: Initial psychiatric evaluation (60 min) - $350. Follow-up visit (30 min) - $200. We are in-network with Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare; patients with other plans are welcome to book as self-pay. We also offer a copay assistance program for patients who qualify, with special consideration for veterans. Free services are available for survivors of domestic abuse, children in foster care, and individuals with autism. Please contact our office to ask about eligibility.

Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation
Psychology Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Psychiatry Consultation

Office locations

Erwin Baird, NP also offers online video visits for patients
Next Gen Psyche and wellness, LLC (1 of 2)
5222 Balboa Ave, #43, San Diego, CA 92117
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Next Gen Psyche and wellness, LLC (2 of 2)
333 Richmond St, El Segundo, CA 90245
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Education and background

Practice names

  • Next Gen Psyche and wellness, LLC

Education and training

  • Purdue University, Master's in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing

NPI number

1598565483

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Erwin Baird has 3 office locations, including in San Diego and El Segundo, view full addresses on Erwin Baird's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Erwin Baird?

Erwin Baird frequently sees patients for Pain Management Consultation, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Erwin Baird on their profile.

What languages does Erwin Baird speak?

Erwin Baird speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog.

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