Inland Empire residents deserve accessible, compassionate mental health services that blend science with empathy. At Cura Mind and Wellness, we provide psychiatric evaluations, therapy, medication management, and medical weight loss consultations for patients in Riverside and nearby Southern California communities.
Care is directed by Vivian Emuobe, MSN, BSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner licensed in California. With experience in hospital systems, outpatient programs, and leadership roles, Vivian ensures that every treatment plan is evidence based, trauma informed, and tailored to your goals.
Our Riverside office provides both in person and telehealth care. Patients across San Bernardino, Moreno Valley, Corona, and surrounding areas can receive the same level of expert support without unnecessary travel.
Explore Riverside services
Patients in Riverside can learn more about condition specific care through these location pages:
Conditions we treat
Our Riverside office provides care for a wide spectrum of mental health concerns:
- Anxiety and panic disorders
- Depression and mood disorders
- ADHD, with testing and diagnosis for adolescents and adults
- Bipolar disorder and related mood fluctuations
- PTSD and trauma related conditions
- Obsessive compulsive disorder
- Psychotic disorders, including first episode treatment
- Insomnia and sleep issues
- Adjustment disorders linked to stress or life changes
- Substance use disorders when combined with psychiatric conditions
We also support weight and metabolic health through medical weight loss consultations that may include semaglutide or tirzepatide for eligible patients.
A Riverside centered approach to care
We understand the unique needs of Southern California patients:
- Students at UC Riverside and local colleges often need ADHD testing and depression support during exam seasons.
- Healthcare, logistics, and service industry professionals benefit from stress management strategies that work with rotating shifts.
- Parents and families use therapy to improve communication, balance, and resilience.
- Residents of surrounding Inland Empire cities like Moreno Valley, Corona, and San Bernardino avoid long commutes for specialized psychiatric care.
What to expect from your first visit
- Comprehensive evaluation – history, symptoms, lifestyle, and personal goals.
- Diagnosis clarification – separating anxiety from ADHD, depression from sleep, and ruling out medical contributors.
- Treatment planning – therapy, medication, or both, plus sleep and nutrition anchors.
- Written roadmap – every patient leaves with a documented plan to follow between visits.
- Early follow up – appointments scheduled to review medication, therapy practice, and progress markers.
Integrated therapy and medication
Riverside patients have access to both psychotherapy and medication management within one practice. This avoids fragmented care and helps align therapy progress with prescribing decisions. Examples include:
- CBT for anxiety paired with SSRIs,
- DBT skills for mood stabilization while adjusting medication,
- Exposure based therapy for OCD with medication support,
- ADHD coaching tools with stimulant or non stimulant medication,
- Behavioral activation for depression with tailored pharmacologic support.
Medical weight loss in Riverside
Our program includes semaglutide and tirzepatide consultations for patients who meet eligibility criteria. Care includes:
- Structured baseline evaluation and labs,
- Gradual medication titration with clear safety rules,
- Nutrition guidance based on California lifestyles,
- Movement strategies for busy professionals and families,
- Regular follow ups to track weight, appetite, and energy.
We emphasize sustainable weight care that integrates mental health support.
Measuring success
Progress is tracked through:
- Symptom scales for depression, anxiety, and ADHD,
- Sleep windows and morning energy ratings,
- Task completion, school and work performance,
- Weight, waist, and lab values when relevant,
- Quality of life markers, relationships, participation, and enjoyment.
FAQs — Riverside, CA Office
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Yes. In person and telehealth appointments are available.
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Yes. Telehealth extends care to surrounding Inland Empire cities. Patients must be physically in California during the visit.
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Yes. Care is provided across the lifespan, when clinically appropriate.
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Yes, for eligible patients after evaluation and lab review. These medications are paired with nutrition and lifestyle supports.
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Yes. Most of the process is completed by telehealth. If objective testing is needed, we help coordinate local options.
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Yes. All sessions are encrypted, HIPAA compliant, and never recorded.
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Yes. Every evaluation ends with a documented roadmap you can follow between visits.
Why choose Cura Mind and Wellness in Riverside
- Licensed expertise: Board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner licensed in California.
- Whole person approach: We address mood, focus, sleep, stress, and lifestyle factors in one plan.
- Integrated services: Therapy, medication, and weight management support offered within one practice.
- Local access, flexible care: In person sessions available in Riverside, with telehealth options for busy schedules.
- Clear communication: Every evaluation ends with a written plan, so you always know next steps.
- Culturally sensitive: Inclusive care that respects California’s diversity and reduces stigma around seeking support.
Begin psychiatric care in Riverside
With in person and telehealth services, Cura Mind and Wellness makes psychiatric care accessible across Riverside and the Inland Empire. Whether you need therapy, medication management, ADHD testing, or medical weight loss, you will leave with a plan that is practical, respectful, and built for your life.