ChildKind
Integrative
Psychiatry
Inspiring children to reach
their full social emotional
vibrancy through a
balanced, holistic
approach.
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As a mother myself, I created ChildKind Psychiatry to
provide mental health care combining Nutritional
Psychiatry (how food affects mood and behavior)
with traditional medication management, to provide
care that is holistic and comprehensive.
My goal is to provide you and your child the space and
time to fully explore and learn about their brain-based
medical condition and both the nutritional and
treatment options available.
My approach to care is collaborative, transparent and
based in common sense.
I am excited to learn about your goals, experiences
and concerns regarding the care you wish your child
to receive to realize their full social emotional vibrancy.
Sara Langley, PHMNP- BC
What is
Integrative
Psychiatry?
Treatment that
considers the
whole child.
ADHD
Hyperactivity and
problems
concentrating
ASD
Issues with social
communication
and emotions
Depression
Feeling low
and blue
Anxiety
Feeling worried
and stressed
- During our holistic treatment journey together I use:
- My skills and experience to assess and diagnose
psychiatric conditions - Comprehensive care that blends Nutritional Psychiatry
with medication management. - Flexible and responsive treatment plan co-creation
- Communication with your child’s circle of healthcare
providers, teachers and therapists - Regular communication between appointments
- A splash of common sense
How I support you and
your child.
Brain-based conditions I
diagnose and treat:
Employing a family-centered
approach I use open
communication, transparency
and understanding with
parents and children.
What is
Nutritional
Psychiatry?
Food impacting
brain chemistry
Evidence-based practice: The field is
supported by growing scientific
evidence, including clinical trials and
observational studies that
demonstrate the impact of diet on
mental health.
Gut-brain connection: The important
link between the gut and the brain
and its impact on mood.
Anti-inflammatory focus: Eating to
reduce brain inflammation that
causes various mental health issues.
Nutrient-rich foods and supplements: Vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, probiotics, prebiotics, and protein to support brain health and mood.
Nutritional Psychiatry: whole child approach to
brain health
Eating for better brain health can feel tricky
Having to revamp your child’s diet to better support their
brain health can feel daunting;
“Which foods are best for ADHD?”
“What dosing of Magnesium is best for anxiety?”
“What foods do I need to avoid to reduce their tantrums?”
“Lion’s mane, saffron, ginko, L-theanine … help!”
Childrens’ brain uses different vitamins and minerals from
the foods they eat and supplements they take, to make
brain chemicals to help them feel good. Without proper
nutrition, their brains struggle to make what they need
and any mental health concerns may worsen.
With my certification in Nutritional Psychiatry let me guide
you in choosing the best foods and supplements specific
to your child’s unique situation.
Nutritional can be used along side traditional medications,
if that is your chosen route, allowing us to support your
child from all angles to provide care that is truly balanced
and complete.
Nutritional
guidance for
better brain
health
Tyrosine
Micronutrient Group B
Micronutrient Group D
Micronutrient Group E
Micronutrient Group A
L-DOPA
Dopamine
Protein
Micronutrient Group C
“I’ve heard protein is really important for children with ADHD.”
This is true. Protein is needed to make special brain chemicals called Dopamine and Norepinephine. When these
brain chemicals are running low, we get symptoms of ADHD.
But there is more to the story that is important to understand so that your child actually benefits...
So, as you can see, “yes” protein is very important so that their bodies can make Dopamine and
Norepinephrine, which run low in ADHD, causing symptoms.
However there are many aspects of Nutritional Psychiatry that must be considered to unlock the
benefits. As part of your consultation, we’ll identify the specific areas of nutritional support your child
needs.
Norepinephrine
Micronutrient Group D
Micronutrient Group E
L-DOPA
Dopamine
Micronutrient Group F
... In order to make the Dopamine and Norepinephrine, we need to add other micronutrient groups A through F too...
Tryptophan
Micronutrient Group B
Micronutrient Group A
5HTP
Serotonin
Protein
Micronutrient Group D
Micronutrient Group C
Magnesium
“Will magnesium help with my child’s anxiety?”
Yes, but not on it’s own. It’s an important ingredient, but not the only ingredient to help combat anxiety.
Magnesium does help the body make serotonin, our feel good chemical, which combats anxiety and
stress. It also helps our body make melatonin to help us sleep.
But there are so many other vitamins and minerals needed as part of an anti-anxiety diet to make
serotonin that we can discuss at your child’s consultation.
... and this process includes so many other micronutrient groups to make serotonin that is running low in anxiety...
Melatonin
Magnesium
Serotonin
Magnesium
5HTP
Micronutrient Group D
Micronutrient Group C
Nutritional Psychiatry Evidence-Based (resources)
Nutritional psychiatry is evidence-based and gaining recognition as a significant field of study. It explores the
relationship between nutrition and mental health, emphasizing how diet can influence the brain and behavior.
Research supports several key points:
1) A Mediterranean diet, rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, and olive oil, is associated with a lower
risk of depression (SMILES trial), anxiety and ADHD [1][2].
2) Gut microbiome plays a vital role in mental health. Diets high in fiber, fermented foods, and probiotics
support gut health, which in turn can influence mood and cognition in ADHD [3].
3) Specific Nutrients: Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish and flaxseed, have shown benefits in reducing
symptoms of depression [4][5] and ADHD [6]. B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, and iron are linked to better
mental health outcomes. Deficiencies can exacerbate conditions like anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Carefully chosen laboratory
testing options, such as mineral
hair analysis (no needles,
phew!) assess your child’s
nutritional deficiencies. We can
then see what needs to
supplement nutritionally. Other
tests can include toxins, mold,
gut health and genetic testing
for side effects to common
medications.
Supportive tools I use in Nutritional Psychiatry
Medications may be needed if
your child’s symptoms are
moderate to severe. I can
prescribe what’s needed. My
mantra is to use the lowest
dose we can for the shortest
period of time. Medicine and
nutrition can work well together
to address the whole child.
ChildKind
Founder and
Co-Owner
Meet the team
Sara Langley is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner specializing in children and adolescents with brain
based medical conditions. She is double board certified in Primary
Care and Psychiatry. She graduated from Columbia University
School of Nursing, class of 2014 and gained her Post Master’s
certificate in Psychiatric Mental health Nursing from UCSF. She has
completed a Fellowship with UCI in Primary Care Psychiatry and is
certified in Nutritional Psychiatry through the Integrative
Psychiatry institute. She is on the scientific advisory team for
ByMae Immunity training multivitamins for children. She is the
founder of Mommies In Mind Blog site.
As a Mom and Nurse Practitioner, she found navigating the
healthcare system with her toddler frustrating and overwhelming.
Researching his condition on her sent her down never ending
rabbit holes of conflicting evidence. As a result, in her my practice,
she employs a family-centered approach, blending Nutritional
Psychiatry with traditional medication management to provide
care that is comprehensive and complete.
Sara Langley,
Psychiatric
Nurse
Practitioner
Nutritional
Psychiatry
Certified
Meet the team
Dr. Aneel Ursani is an experienced psychiatrist and entrepreneur on
a mission to change the mental healthcare paradigm leveraging
data science, artificial intelligence, and technology with a focus on
improving access to care, and delivering high quality measurement
based care at scale.
Dr. Ursani earned his dual bachelor’s degree from University of
California, Berkeley in Cell Biology and Psychology before he
completed medical school at St. George’s University and psychiatry
residency training at Eastern Virginia Medical School. He is currently
working on his executive MBA at UC Berkeley.
He has served as a clinical advisor to several different mental
health start ups, as well as engaged in physician leadership roles at
numerous companies including Cerebral, Lifestance, Amwell, Klinic,
and Revive Telehealth.
Dr Aneel Ursani,
Medical Director
and Co-Owner
What to expect at your
first appointment.
Step 1
Explore the issues that
matter the most to
you and your child
and how I can best
support you both.
A full comprehensive
discussion where we
delve into the past,
present and future using
intake paperwork and
your family’s unique
stories and preferences.
Step 2
Together, we co-create a
responsive plan that honors
your values, concerns, and
goals, while supporting your
child’s natural vibrancy,
through individualized
nutrition and medication-
based treatment choices.
Our plan adapts to the
moving target that is life, so
that you don’t ever feel stuck
with treatment choices that
are not working.
Step 3
Nothing is more
frustrating than having
to relay information
between the therapists,
teachers and medical
providers handling your
child’s care. I remove
the leg work for you by
communicating directly
with your team.
Step 4
Investment
Initial consultation (1.5 hours) $800
In depth and in-person initial that will serve as an
exploration of the issues that matter the most.
Comprehensive treatment options available will be
discussed.
Follow up (30 minutes) $300
Thorough follow up appointment, virtual or in person. We
track progress, discuss what has worked and what has not,
and adjust our flexible and responsive treatment plan based
on your goals for your child.
- Direct line to Sara Langley, PMHNP, daily M–F, 8am–6pm, for any questions or concerns
that come up. - Regular check ins in between paid appointments via phone/text/email.
- Continued collaboration with all other healthcare providers, teachers and therapists
involved in your child’s circle of care to make sure the ball is not dropped. - Creation and filing of super bills with your insurance company on your behalf.
Check your out of network benefits by clicking the Reimbursify icon below:
Included
Why labels matter
The brain is an organ, just like the heart, stomach or lungs.
Yet, unlike the heart, stomach or lungs, there is shame and
stigma attached to seeing a medical provider for ‘mental
health disorders’.
At ChildKind I like to anatomically correctly label the brain as
an organ, and call any disorders of the brain *medical
conditions*, which they are, worthy of the attention and
concern you would give your heart, stomach or lungs.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, it is my job
to educate and advocate for children with brain based
medical conditions and their beautiful diversity of thought,
behavior and character.
Society will catch up, but until it does, you are welcome here.
Brain
based
medical
conditions
Reviews
Sara Langley saved my son. I know it sounds dramatic but she
really did. Before I met her, my son wasn't himself. He was angry, out
of control, hated school, me, his sister and couldn't pay attention to
anything or anyone. She was extremely patient with him and me
and understanding of his situation. We found the best solution for
him and I can say that I have my son back. I am beyond grateful for
finding her and I hope she brings hope and solutions to other
families in need of help like us.
Sakura K
I have a 7 year old grandson... He was totally out of control and began being assaultive in school
and at home, once he started going to school. He couldn't focus in school and was barely able to
do his school work...I felt helpless and overwhelmed. I went on the internet in search of a
Psychiatric Specialist for children, and there are not that many out there. This is how I found Sara
Langley. She is the answer to my prayers... She found the best treatment for my son. He is calmer
and his symptoms are improving daily. I can finally have the peace of mind with the hope that
my son has the potential to be successful in life thanks to Sara Langley. I highly recommend her
to any family out there seeking Psychiatric help for their children...She is definitely the best
Psychiatric Specialist for children and adolescents.
Maria V
Sara is wonderful! Her services have been a
game-changer for my neurodiverse 9 year old
son, and is incredibly responsive regarding any
questions/issues that may arise. I could not
recommend her more.
Deanna M
Sarah is such a knowledgeable asset and is hand down the most skilled
psychiatrist my 2 girls have worked with. We previously worked with a
different practitioner who barely looked up from her computer. Sarah takes
the time to get to know each child and family to ensure she understands
the concerns from all angles. Sarah is thorough and conservative in her
approach and provides excellent care down to making sure my child’s
medication is in fact in stock when we need it. If you are looking for a highly
skilled and gentle provider don’t hesitate to call her.
Erinn A
You can find more 5-star reviews on Google
The BEST! Until we met with Sara we felt very lost. Our teen's
previous psychiatrist seemed to just write prescriptions without
listening to concerns. Sara took so much time to listen to us as
parents, and our child's own feelings separately. She carefully
considered our teens lifestyle, diet, emotional issues, intellectual
tools and presented options that empowered us to feel like we were
making good decisions. She even spent time helping us figure out
insurance coverage. She's always been available for for questions
and medication adjustments. Personally, I love the level of detail
she went into to help us understand the brain. I'm so grateful how
much she has empowered my child to understand their own body.
Emily A
I'm so happy to have discovered Ms Langley. She's super
knowledgeable and takes a holistic approach, which I love. She's
always in touch, which I think is unique, is sharing info, articles, and
research. It totally puts my mind at ease.
Tatiana A
Sara Langley is an excellent medical professional, we are very happy with
her care, she is very knowledgeable, kind, helpful and always listens to our
concerns very carefully, She takes enough time to follow up appointments,
we never feel rushed. She provides very useful medical information. I
highly recommend her.
Cristina P
Sara approaches her patients with compassion and patience, taking time
to understand where the families are when seeking out her expertise, and
taking into careful consideration the family's needs and concerns. Sara is
well spoken in her understanding of pediatric psychiatry and brings
additional knowledge of Integrative health.
Hieu P
FAQ
What ages do you see?
Children and adolescents ages 5–21 years old. I will see older on a case by case basis.
Can you prescribe medication like a Doctor?
Yes. It is within the scope of practice of a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to be able to prescribe medications such as stimulants,
antidepressants, antipsychotics etc. I can assess, diagnose and treat a range of childhood mental health conditions.
Do you accept insurance?
ChildKind does not accept any health insurances. If you have PPO you may have Out Of Network benefits where your plan will
reimburse you for part of the visit with me. Check your out of network benefits here with Reimbursify. After paying for the visit, I will
file your super bill on your behalf, in order for you to get some money back!
How do I schedule an appointment?
Please book by filling out the contact form on the next page. I will call you for a 30 minute discovery call to make sure it is a good fit.
Who do I contact in an emergency?
In the event of an emergency please dial 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. ChildKind’s phone number and email are not
intended for psychiatric emergencies.
No Surprises Act
In compliance with the “No Surprises Act” starting on 1/1/2022, “Good Faith Estimates” are available upon request and will be
provided to all patients within 3 business days.
In 2021 the Surgeon General released a 53 page advisory on the Youth Mental Health Crisis detailing the devastating increase in sadness
and hopelessness among US children. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can lead to chronic diseases in adulthood resulting in an
earlier death. The School to Prison Pipeline predicts that children, who are forced out of school earlier than graduation, either because of
behavioral or educational problems, will eventually end up incarcerated. These wheels are set in motion as early as preschool. I firmly
believe that working with parents early on and co-creating personalized, comprehensive care plans will significantly contribute to a child's
emotional and social vibrancy and protect their long term health moving forward.
For immediate help and mental health emergencies see resources below
Call 911 or go to closest Emergency Department
For any life threatening emergencies including mental health related emergencies.
Psychiatric Mobile Response Team (PMRT) for psychiatric emergencies
1-310-482-3260
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or
Call 1-800-273-8255 or contact their live online chat
For immediate sexual or physical assault helpPeace Over Violence Los Angeles offers emotional support, advocacy, information and
referrals. If you or someone you care about has been a victim of sexual assault, domestic violence or intimate partner stalking,
213-626-3393 For Central Los Angeles
310-392-8381 For South Los Angeles
626-793-3385 For West San Gabriel Valley
Why is access to healthcare for brain based medical
conditions so important for children?
Let’s work together
8500 Wilshire Blvd, #740,
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
sara@childkindpsychiatry.com
(818) 650 4814
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