About Us

Welcome to Renaissance Behavioral Medicine, where we are dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care for children, teens, and adults. Our practice offers a range of services including psychotherapy and medication management for various mental health conditions. These conditions include, but are not limited to, major depressive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance addiction, and all anxiety disorders.

We provide services in person in both Southern and Northern California and via telemedicine for all other areas, ensuring accessible and flexible care for our patients.

Meet Dr. Kenneth Etefia, MD

Dr. Kenneth Etefia, MD, is a double board-certified adult and child psychiatrist with extensive experience in helping patients achieve their mental health goals. Dr. Etefia excels in working with patients who have a clear vision of their goals and are motivated to learn skills and gain deeper insights into themselves. This approach assists in fulfilling their potential and achieving long-term well-being.

Cutting-Edge Treatments

Among the innovative treatments offered at our practice are:

• Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): An FDA-approved intervention utilizing magnetic fields to treat treatment-resistant depression. TMS therapy typically involves 20-40 sessions, each lasting approximately 50 minutes.

• Spravato (Esketamine): An FDA-approved, rapid-acting antidepressant for treatment-resistant depression. Depending on the patient’s response, Spravato sessions can occur from twice weekly to once monthly, with each session lasting about 2 hours.

Our Approach to Treatment

At Renaissance Behavioral Medicine, we have a deep respect for the individual and always welcome new patients. We believe in a personalized approach to mental health care, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each patient.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties:

• Anxiety

• Child Psychiatry

• Depression

Expertise in Treating:

• ADHD

• Alcohol Use

• Asperger's Syndrome

• Behavioral Issues

• Bipolar Disorder

• Bisexuality

• Drug Abuse

• Dual Diagnosis

• Emotional Disturbance

• Gambling

• Impulse Control Disorders

• Lesbian Issues

• LGBTQ+ Issues

• Medical Detox

• Medication Management

• Mood Disorders

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)

• Sexual Addiction

• Sports Performance

Psychotherapy Services

Our psychotherapy services are tailored to each patient's needs and typically run for 12-20 visits. We often use a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, mindfulness techniques, and psychodynamic therapy to address various mental health concerns.

Why Choose Us?

At Renaissance Behavioral Medicine, we are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Our goal is to help you achieve optimal mental health through evidence-based treatments and personalized care plans. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or any other mental health issue, we are here to support you every step of the way.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact our office. We look forward to partnering with you on your journey to mental wellness.