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About Mindful Sewa
Compassionate, personalized psychiatric care for a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Mindful Sewa is built on sewa, the spirit of selfless service.
Mindful Sewa was created to give people kind, easy to reach and personal mental health care in a safe, respectful setting. You may want help with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, ADHD or medication. Whatever brings you here, we meet you with patience and understanding.
We believe mental health care should be free of judgment. It should fit each person, be easy to reach and look at long-term wellness. Above all, it should rest on respect, trust and understanding.
Care is by secure video anywhere in California. That means no commute and no waiting room. You simply need to be in California during your visit.
Meet Our Founder, Harpal Singh, PMHNP-BC
Harpal Singh is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He gives caring, evidence-based mental health care to people of all ages. He evaluates, diagnoses and treats many conditions, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, insomnia and behavior changes linked to dementia.
Harpal starts by listening to your whole story, not just a list of symptoms. He asks about sleep, stress, family, culture, health and what you hope will change. Then he explains what he sees in plain words and builds the plan with you, not for you.
When medicine is part of the plan, he talks through why a type of medicine may help. He covers side effects to watch for and how progress will be checked. You see him at every visit, so you never repeat your story to someone new.
Education and Certification
Harpal earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Marquette University. He then finished a Post-Master's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate at Herzing University.
He holds national board certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). That is what the letters BC in PMHNP-BC stand for. He also holds a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license, which lets him prescribe controlled medicines when clinically appropriate and allowed under current telehealth rules.
Clinical Background
His work spans outpatient psychiatry, assisted living, memory care and long-term care. That background makes geriatric psychiatry and care for dementia-related behavior changes real strengths of this practice. He is used to working with older adults and the families who support them.
He also works with children, teens and adults. He helps patients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma and other mental health concerns. When a patient wants family involved, he is glad to include them.
- PMHNP-BC, board certified by the ANCC
- DEA-licensed prescriber
- Trauma-informed care
- Care in English, Punjabi, Hindi and Spanish
- Telehealth across all of California
Culturally Responsive, Multilingual Care
Harpal gives care directly in English, Punjabi, Hindi and Spanish. There is no interpreter in the room, so you can speak in the language you think and feel in. Many families find that makes it easier to talk openly.
His care is built on teamwork, education and proven treatment. It honors each person's life, beliefs and goals. The aim is lasting mental wellness, stronger resilience and a better quality of life.
What a PMHNP Does
PMHNP stands for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. A PMHNP is an advanced practice nurse with graduate training in mental health. PMHNPs evaluate, diagnose and treat mental health conditions. They prescribe medicine and provide therapy.
Harpal is a nurse practitioner, not a physician. So his correct title is Harpal Singh, PMHNP-BC. The letters BC mean he is board certified by the ANCC, a national group that certifies nurse practitioners.
Why the Name Sewa
Sewa is a Punjabi and Hindi word for selfless service. It sits at the center of this practice and shapes how every patient is treated.
In daily care, sewa means patience, respect and honest answers. You are never rushed and never judged. Care here is professional, personal and focused on helping you feel better, with a plan built around your needs, goals and comfort.
How To Check Us
Mindful Sewa Psychiatry is a telehealth practice with one provider, Harpal Singh, PMHNP-BC. Here is what you can check before you book.
- Board certification. Harpal is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. That is what the BC in PMHNP-BC means.
- Education. He earned a Master of Science in Nursing from Marquette University and a Post-Master's PMHNP certificate from Herzing University.
- Prescribing. He holds a DEA license, so he can prescribe controlled medicines when clinically appropriate and allowed under current telehealth rules.
- Outside profiles. You can read his profile on Psychology Today and patient reviews on Zocdoc.
- One provider. You see Harpal at every visit, from the first evaluation through each follow-up.
- Fees up front. We are private pay. Every fee is posted on our fees page before you book.
How We Work
There is no office to visit. Every visit is by secure video, and you need to be in California during your visit. Questions about Harpal or the practice? Call (888) 457-8124 or email info@mindfulsewa.com before you book.
We are not a crisis service. If you are in danger, call 911 or 988.
Patient Reviews
What Patients Say
5.0 out of 5 from 10 patient reviews on Zocdoc
★★★★★“Best mental provider I ever had hands down! Super friendly, understanding and helpful. Thank you god bless.”
★★★★★“Harpal has been nothing but amazing! Listens to each of my concerns, the appointment felt organic, and felt like I was talking to a friend. Highly professional and happy that he is my provider.”
★★★★★“Harpal was very attentive and created a safe environment for me which made me feel comfortable.”
★★★★★“Harpal Singh was exceptional. He was professional, kind, and took the time to answer every one of my questions without making me feel rushed. He listened carefully, explained everything clearly, and made me feel comfortable throughout my appointment.”
★★★★★“He was very helpful and communicated excellent. I felt very relieved and seen after my visit.”
★★★★★“He was very caring and knows what he’s doing. This visit really helped me!”
FAQ
Questions About Harpal and the Practice
Is Harpal Singh a doctor?
No. Harpal Singh is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), not a medical doctor. He holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Marquette University and a Post-Master's PMHNP certificate from Herzing University. He evaluates, diagnoses, treats and prescribes for mental health conditions.
What is the difference between a PMHNP and a psychiatrist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who went to medical school and then trained in psychiatry. A PMHNP is an advanced practice nurse with graduate training in mental health care. Both can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medicine and manage ongoing care.
Will I see the same provider at every visit?
Yes. Harpal Singh is the provider at Mindful Sewa Psychiatry. You see him from your first evaluation through every follow-up. You never have to repeat your story to someone new.
Does Harpal understand South Asian views on mental health?
Yes. Harpal gives care directly in Punjabi and Hindi, as well as English and Spanish. His approach respects each person's beliefs, family and culture. You can talk openly in the language you are most at ease with.
Does Harpal treat older adults with memory problems?
Yes. Harpal has worked in assisted living, memory care and long-term care. He treats mood, sleep and behavior changes that can come with dementia. Families are welcome to join visits when the patient agrees.
Can Harpal prescribe controlled medicines?
Harpal holds a DEA license. He can prescribe controlled medicines, such as stimulants, when clinically appropriate and allowed under current telehealth rules. Your prescriber decides what fits your care after a full evaluation.
How can I check Harpal's board certification?
Harpal Singh is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. That is what PMHNP-BC means. If you have questions about his training, call or email us before you book.
Where can I read reviews from other patients?
Harpal's Zocdoc profile shows reviews from verified patients. A few of them appear on this page, copied word for word. You can also read his profile on Psychology Today.
Do you have an office I can visit?
No. Mindful Sewa Psychiatry is telehealth only. Every visit is by secure video, and you need to be in California during your visit.