What We Treat
At Golden Coast Psychiatry & Wellness, we provide evidence-based psychiatric care for a wide range of mental health conditions, including:
Mood Disorders – Depression, dysthymia, and bipolar spectrum disorders
Anxiety Disorders – Generalized anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, social anxiety, PTSD, and adjustment stress
Attention & Impulse Disorders – ADHD and related executive-function challenges
Sleep & Energy Concerns – Insomnia, circadian rhythm issues, fatigue related to mood and anxiety
Substance Use Disorders – Alcohol, stimulant, cannabis, and opioid use disorders (medication-assisted management when appropriate)
Psychotic Disorders – Schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and related conditions
Other Concerns – Personality traits causing emotional instability, trauma-related distress, and difficulties adjusting to life transitions
Care is rooted in Integrative Psychiatry, blending medication management with lifestyle and nutritional interventions. We focus on optimizing your nervous system and physiology, while partnering with your therapist and primary care doctor to provide a complete support team.
Have an issues not listed? Feel free to inquire on the contact page to see if treatment with us is right for you and we can address your specific needs
We do not offer services for children at this time or provide crisis care, allowing our focus to remain on attentive, ongoing support for adults.
Practice Philosophy
Golden Coast Psychiatry & Wellness is dedicated to providing confidential, compassionate care in a setting that honors each patient’s autonomy and unique physiology. We believe that true healing goes beyond symptom management, it requires looking at the whole person, including the biological, environmental, and lifestyle factors that shape our mental health.
Our clinic is a discreet, supportive space where privacy is paramount and care is never rushed. We prioritize honest conversation and a collaborative medical approach, ensuring your treatment plan is not just a prescription, but a sustainable path to wellness that evolves with you.
Meet Dr. Godfrey, DO Psychiatrist & Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellow, UCLA/Kern
Dr. Godfrey is a licensed California physician specializing in the integrative psychiatric care of adults and adolescents. Currently completing a sub-specialty fellowship at UCLA/Kern, he brings a unique developmental lens to mental health, recognizing that adult challenges are often deeply rooted in our biological and personal histories.
Unlike the standard "15-minute med check," Dr. Godfrey offers a comprehensive, evidence-based approach that combines expert psychopharmacology with lifestyle and metabolic optimization. He provides care via a secure, convenient telehealth platform, creating a judgment-free space where clinical precision meets genuine human connection. Whether you are navigating a complex life transition or seeking to optimize your long-term cognitive health, Dr. Godfrey provides the focused, high-caliber care necessary to help you move forward with clarity.