Gail Bernstein, PMHNP-BC – Psychiatrist in Del Mar, CA | Mindpath Health
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About
Gail has a collaborative and holistic approach to mental health care. She partners with each patient to identify treatment goals, provides education on appropriate options, addresses any concerns, and explores non-pharmacological strategies to optimize well-being. When prescribing medication, her philosophy is “start low, go slow," prioritizing the lowest effective dose with the fewest possible side effects. Gail was drawn to the field of mental health for two key reasons. While working in family medicine, she observed a significant need for mental health support among patients seeking care for physical health concerns. Frustrated by the lack of resources and her own limited training at the time, she felt compelled to pursue a career in psychiatry. Her passion was further inspired by her husband, who also works in the field and shares her deep commitment to helping others and expanding knowledge around mental health treatment.
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – California State University, Long Beach
- Other Degree (OTH) – Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
- Specialty Boards: Family Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Specialty Boards: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – American Nurses Credentialing Center
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep problems
- Psychiatric consultation
- Postpartum mental health
- Women’s mental health
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What patients are saying
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Been a great experience over all!
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Dr. Dye is very experience and caring.
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Gail Bernstein is pragmatic and a great listener. She makes me aware of different possibilities and concerns regarding medication. She is firm yet reasonable.
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Gail Bernstein is pragmatic but has a comforting bedside manner. I trust her decisions.
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Gail is a breath of fresh air and I hope I get to continue to work with her.
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Gail is wonderful and super prompt when an issue comes up.
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Gail was very understanding of my situation, and I feel very confident about moving forward with her. I feel like she’s going to help me reach my goals, and that this is going to be a great experience.
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I feel that my provider is Holistic and understands the importance of not necessarily just utilizing medication but supplements and consulting w my lab results to make sure I’m receiving the proper nutrition and treatment before suggesting medication
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I loved the care and knowledge Gail Bernstein provided
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Ms. Bernstein was very helpful in helping me with my concerns. I would definitely recommend her to friends and family.
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The meeting with new provider went well.