Next Gen Psyche & Wellness

Next Gen Psyche & Wellness is a modern, integrative psychiatric practice built around one core belief: meaningful mental health care takes time, access, and trust.

We are guided by the symbol of the lotus, representing the belief that healing and transformation can arise from life’s challenges. The practice blends modern psychiatric medicine with holistic, neuroscience-informed strategies, emphasizing the brain’s ability to heal and evolve. Treatment plans are deeply personalized, focused on compassion, dignity, and seeing each client as whole. The clinic partners with clients to foster emotional strength, balance, and self-understanding, promoting the journey of wellness and the potential for growth and renewal after adversity. Their mission is to provide integrative, human-centered, and compassionate care aligned with the future of psychiatric wellness.

Erwin Baird, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Erwin’s approach is compassionate and integrative, combining traditional psychiatric medication management with functional medicine, lifestyle-based care, and advanced integrative testing.

Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management

Telepsychiatry, In Person

How we can help

Medication management and holistic mental health care for ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and OCD are offered statewide via telehealth and in-person in San Diego.

In the journey of life, mental health is your compass.

We focus on long-term healing through personalized care, trauma-informed treatment, advanced biological therapies, lifestyle medicine, and deep patient education — with the goal of helping patients build independence, resilience, and lasting mental health.

When clinically appropriate, we offer same-day appointments, because waiting weeks for care often means suffering longer than necessary.

And once you’re in the room, we follow a simple rule: no clock-watching, no rushed care.

Access to Care Philosophy

Mental health care is a human right — not a privilege.

No one should be left untreated simply because they cannot afford care or navigate complex systems. We actively work to connect each person to the right level of care through multiple pathways, including:

  • • Insurance-based care
  • • Sliding-scale options
  • • Community referrals
  • • Vouchers and public programs
  • • Limited pro bono services when appropriate


We maintain a tiered care model so financial barriers are never the sole reason someone is denied help.

Now Accepting Trainees and New Psychiatric NPs

Preceptorship (1:1 Clinical Training)


We are now accepting PMHNP students from California universities for individualized 1:1 preceptorship placements. Training includes customized learning modules, structured post-conference case discussions, and focused supervision in diagnostic formulation, medication management, and clinical documentation.

Mentorship for New Psychiatric NPs (6-Week Program)


We offer a 6-week customized mentorship program for new and early-career Psychiatric NPs preparing for outpatient, telehealth, or private practice roles. This includes weekly individualized mentorship, case formulation support, treatment algorithms, and guidance on workflow and professional development.


Inquiries:


For universities, trainees, or new NPs interested in preceptorship or mentorship, please contact us to learn more.

Our Philosophy

Our principle is simple:
no one should be left untreated because of financial status, immigration status, or lack of access.

Commitment to Underserved & Undocumented Communities

We hold a strong commitment to serving vulnerable and underserved populations, including undocumented individuals and families who often face the greatest obstacles to mental health treatment.

Our role goes beyond prescribing — we actively help patients:

  • • Navigate healthcare systems
  • • Identify community and nonprofit resources
  • • Access low-cost or no-cost treatment options

Accessibility

Equity & Access to Care

Next Gen Psyche & Wellness is committed to equitable mental health treatment.

We offer:

  • • Standard private-pay care
  • • Sliding-scale options
  • • Referrals to community agencies
  • • Limited pro bono services

We assist patients in navigating insurance systems and public programs, with special attention given to underserved and undocumented communities to ensure systemic barriers do not block access to appropriate care.

This philosophy is a core differentiator of our practice and aligns closely with:

  • • Nonprofit partnerships
  • • Grant-funded programs
  • • Academic collaborations
  • • Training and mentorship initiatives
  • • Community-based mental health clinics

Our Goals

Our Clinical Mission

We believe psychiatry should be:

  • • Personalized, not rushed
  • • Collaborative, not hierarchical
  • • Long-term focused, not symptom-only
  • • Integrative, not medication-only

We emphasize:

  • • Meaningful time with patients
  • • Long-term therapeutic relationships
  • • Shared decision-making
  • • Education as a core part of treatment


Our goal is not lifelong dependence on care, but confidence, insight, and sustainable independence.

"I finally felt heard." "He actually listened, asked the right questions, and took time to understand my situation. I've never felt this understood by a psychiatric provider before."

"I felt safe and supported." "I feel safer, more supported, and genuinely cared for. This is the first time mental health care has felt grounding instead of stressful."

"It feels like talking to a real person." "Dr. Erwin is down-to-earth and compassionate. Talking to him feels like talking to a trusted human, not just a provider."

"Thoughtful, knowledgeable, and thorough." "He is incredibly thoughtful and intelligent. He explains diagnoses and treatment options clearly and makes sure everything makes sense."

"This feels different-in the best way." "I've seen many psychiatrists, but this is the first time I truly felt understood and cared for at a deeper level."

Creating a world where mental health is valued.

If you're unable to find the service you require, please don't hesitate to contact us for a consultation.

Individuals


NextGen Psyche & Wellness offers personalized mental health care that is tailored to your unique needs.

Medication Management

Our board-certified psychiatrists provide expert medication management for mental health conditions.

CBT


Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a proven approach, empowers individuals to identify and transform their thoughts.

EMDR


Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing is a trauma-informed care approach that helps individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences.

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