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Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD

Psychiatry* Age 36
Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD
3.7 (9 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD is a Psychiatrist in Santa Barbara, CA.
Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD
3.7 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD

Psychiatry* Age 36
Santa Barbara, CA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD is a Psychiatrist in Santa Barbara, CA.

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Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD is a Psychiatrist in Santa Barbara, CA. Dr. Dewhirst currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lompoc Valley Medical Center. Dr. Dewhirst has experience treating conditions like Anxiety among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Dewhirst received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Dewhirst's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Dewhirst is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Major Depressive Disorder
Anxiety
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Major Depressive Disorder
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Bipolar Disorder
Delusional Disorder
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Personality Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Somatoform Disorders
Tobacco Use Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
ADHD and-or ADD
Adjustment Disorder
Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
Autism
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Borderline Personality Disorder
Bulimia
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Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Cocaine Addiction
Combination Drug Dependence
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Cyclothymia (Chronic Mood Disorder)
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Eating Disorders
Impulse Control Disorders
Marijuana Addiction
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Nondependent Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)
Opioid Dependence
Phobia
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Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
Suicidal Ideation
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Dementia or Depression Screening
Family Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Southern CA Value HMO
    Cigna PPO
    Southern CA Select HMO
    Open Access Plus
  • Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    California Care Small Group HMO
    Pathway EPO
    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    California Care Large Group HMO
    Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
  • Aetna
    Choice Plus POS II
    AWH Southern California HMO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
  • Advantage Health Solutions HMO
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3916 State St Ste 300, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dewhirst
3.7
Based on 9 Reviews
5 Stars (6)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Jul 26, 2023
Dr. Dewhirst saved my husband's life. His diagnosis, care and compassion was wonderful for him and the family. My husband now has a treatment plan that he can follow and is on his way to good mental health.
L — Jul 26, 2023
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Psychiatry
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Education

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  • Psychiatry
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Dewhirst's profile.

Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD is affiliated with Lompoc Valley Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Scott Dewhirst, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lompoc Valley Medical Center

    1515 E Ocean Ave, Lompoc, CA