Wendi Sellers, MSN, PMHNP-BC will be joining our team! She is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Anita Red, MD in Pasadena, CA, who is licensed to treat individuals across the lifespan, from early childhood to end of life.

Wendi received her Master’s in nursing with a specialty in Psychiatric Mental Health from Western University of Health Sciences and a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from UCLA.

After graduating from UCLA, Wendi began working for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, helping the homeless population manage a variety of mental health concerns.

During that time, she co-founded an innovative workforce reintegration program to help women with a mental health diagnosis re-enter the workforce.

Wendi has years of experience taking care of individuals in the inpatient and outpatient setting. Her approach is to provide a space where her patients feel comfortable opening up, with the knowledge that they will be heard and never judged. She believes in educating her patients about all their options and helping them to find the one that works for them. Counseling and medication management are a collaboration. She truly loves what she does and would love the opportunity to work with you!

Mustafa Rehmani, DO, is an Adult, Adolescent, and Child Psychiatrist in private practice, providing excellent mental health services. 

Dr. Rehmani sees patients ages 4 to 64 years from the Anita Red, MD, office in Pasadena, California. Telehealth treatment can also be made available to patients in New York.

After completing biological sciences and economics undergraduate studies at The University of Rochester in New York, Dr. Rehmani earned a post-bach in religious studies and his medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYIT) in Old Westbury. 

He underwent a year of residency training in family medicine before pursuing his passion in psychiatry. He completed a residency in adult psychiatry at the University of Rochester Medical Center, where he trained in the biopsychosocial model.

Dr. Rehmani came to Los Angeles to complete his child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at LAC/USC Medical Center, where he served as chief fellow during his final year. He gained experience at some of the most prestigious hospitals, including the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. He is currently an assistant clinical professor at USC's Keck School of Medicine.

Having trained in both the East and West Coasts, Dr. Rehmani has a wide range of experience with psychiatric illnesses affecting all age groups in multiple therapeutic settings.

Dr. Rehmani has been described by his patients as warm, empowering, easy to talk to, and someone who “just gets it.”  He is dedicated to helping patients realize their potential.

Clinical expertise includes child, adolescent, and adult general psychiatry. He specializes in autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, treatment-resistant depression, bipolar spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD, psychotic disorders, and psychiatric symptoms in medically complex patients, among others.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Rehmani enjoys playing and watching football, exploring new cuisines, learning about new cultures, and binge-watching the latest sci-fi series.

Dr. Hill is certified by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine and the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is committed to guiding individuals on their path to a healthier, more fulfilling life. With a unique blend of expertise and a profound personal connection to the concept of a "Blue Zone" lifestyle, Dr. Hill is your trusted partner in achieving lasting well-being. Her journey to becoming a renowned expert in Lifestyle Medicine and Psychiatry began with a childhood spent in the Mediterranean, a place known for its rich culture, healthy diets, and strong sense of community. Inspired by this environment, Dr. Hill embarked on a lifelong mission to create her own personal Blue Zone – a life filled with meaning, purpose, healthy relationships, optimal health, and abundant joy. Dr. Hill invites you to embark on a transformative journey toward creating your own personal Blue Zone, a blueprint for living that promotes longevity, happiness, and fulfillment.

In my approach to mental health treatment, I place great importance on recognizing your triggers, fostering clarity, and providing a supportive blend of medical and holistic care. My goal is to empower you to pursue your life aspirations with confidence and peace of mind. I wholeheartedly embrace evidence-based techniques and quality improvement models to meet you where you are, comprehensively understand your behavioral challenges, and offer personalized treatment that genuinely caters to your needs. Your well-being is my utmost concern.

Konstantinos Tripodis, MD, is an exceptional psychiatrist at Foveo Healthcare A Professional Medical Corporation in Burbank, California. 

Specializing in Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry, Dr. Tripodis has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from the Centro De Estudios Universitarios Xochicalco-Campus Ensenada, Escuela De Medicina medical school in Mexico, before relocating to the United States to complete his internship and residency programs. 

Dr. Tripodis was lauded during his postgraduate studies, even being appointed chief resident. Through the prestigious San Fernando Valley Psychiatry Residency Program at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Dr. Tripodis gained unique experience treating the diverse population of Los Angeles. 

A published writer in the mental health field and receipient of numerous awards and research grants, Dr. Tripodis is affiliated with Olive View-UCLA Medical Center.

Salisu Aikoye, MD, is a double board-certified adult psychiatrist. At Sal Psychiatry Services, located in Norwalk, California, they adhere to strict controlled substance protocol.

Dr. Salisu attended medical school at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria and completed his psychiatry residency at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in Nigeria. Dr. Salisu then completed a psychiatry residency at Central Michigan University, Saginaw, and completed his psychiatry fellowship at the University of California, Los Angeles/VA.

Dr. Salisu also obtained a master’s in public health at the University of Southern California with a special interest in global mental health.

He is a passionate and well-rounded psychiatrist known for his excellent listening skills, knowledge of psychiatry/dual diagnoses, and ability to work well with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Salisu promotes evidence-based biological treatments with an emphasis on the role of psychotherapy in mental health care. He has years of experience working with veterans with PTSD and works well with all patients without bias or stigma. It is the great joy of his life to help and treat patients.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Salisu and the team at Sal Psychiatry Services, call the office or book online today.

Salisu Aikoye, MD, is a board-certified adult and addiction psychiatrist. At Sal Psychiatry Services, located in Norwalk, California, they adhere to strict controlled substance protocol. Dr. Salisu attended medical school at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria and completed his psychiatry residency at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in Nigeria. Dr. Salisu then completed a psychiatry residency at Central Michigan University, Saginaw, and completed his addiction psychiatry fellowship at the University of California, Los Angeles/VA. Dr. Salisu also obtained a master’s in public health at the University of Southern California with a special interest in global mental health. He is a passionate and well-rounded psychiatrist known for his excellent listening skills, knowledge of psychiatry/dual diagnoses, and ability to work well with diverse patient populations. Dr. Salisu promotes evidence-based biological treatments with an emphasis on the role of psychotherapy in mental health care.

Through active listening and thoughtful questioning and five-decades of medical practice, we get the highest results possible. Our practice is unique and is based on highest levels of medical problem solving. Your goal will be: Prevention, Healing, Wellness, Longevity and Quality of Life. That is, using the most sophisticated tools, Genetics and Advanced testing, we start by working with you to do the following: 1) Prevent Future illness, 2) Work with you to find solutions to and Heal all existing illnesses, 3) Create optimal Wellness, so that you have never felt healthier or better, 4) In doing so, ensure a healthy Longevity, and 5) Then living a long and healthy life, one where you live this new life with the highest Quality of Life possible. We are the future of what medicine needs to become, Healing existing Illness and Preventing Future Illness. We offer Advanced Nutrition Training, male-female Hormone Evaluation and Replacement, Stress and Pain Elimination.

Beverly Hills Psychiatry is a premier psychiatry practice in Beverly Hills, California, led by double board-certified mental health specialist Joseph Gulino, M.D. He serves patients four-years-old and older in the comfortable settings of their own homes by providing telehealth appointments.

Dr. Gulino has nearly two decades of experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance use disorders, autism spectrum disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, screen time “addiction,” and childhood misbehavior. 

Dr. Gulino offers psychotherapy, medication management, lifestyle-change counseling, and other highly effective treatments for common mental health disorders and challenges. He is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both adult and child psychiatry and is a member of the American Psychiatric Association as well as the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. 

He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville and earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. Dr. Gulino completed a general psychiatry residency and a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.

He emphasizes the importance of an accurate mental health diagnosis and comprehensive treatments tailored to the patient’s individual needs. Dr. Gulino takes a complete clinical inventory of their mental health status and factors that contribute to it, such as physical, social, emotional, behavioral, and family history components.

He warmly welcomes his patients to Beverly Hills Psychiatry and enjoys exceeding their mental health care needs.

To schedule an appointment at Beverly Hills Psychiatry, call the office or use the online booking tool.

 

About The Practice

At Superior Psychiatric Services in Newport Beach, California, Alexis Meshi, MD, offers personalized, integrative psychiatric care to people in Orange County and beyond.

In addition to in-office care for patients who live locally, the practice offers state-of-the-art telepsychiatry services for patients elsewhere in California.

Superior Psychiatric Services helps patients improve all aspects of their physical, mental, and emotional health with traditional psychiatric treatments. Those include medication and therapy, as well as innovative FDA-approved alternatives such as Spravato® and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Dr. Meshi often recommends brain health nutraceuticals to support overall brain health and function.

Dr. Meshi has a special interest in women’s health, including reproductive psychiatric conditions. She also provides customized treatment programs for anxiety, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Superior Psychiatric Services participates in clinical trials, ensuring that patients have access to the latest treatments, including medications and devices.

The practice doesn't accept insurance, as they are private pay and out-of-network. However, patients can submit an insurance claim form for potential reimbursement. New and existing patients can schedule appointments by calling Superior Psychiatric Services or using the online scheduling tool.

Double-board-certified in child and adolescent psychiatry and general adult psychiatry, Dr. Willison, treats patients of all ages at his private practice in Los Angeles. His approach to treatment includes a combination of medication management and psychotherapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy with exposure and response prevention for treatment of anxiety disorders.

Dr. Willison completed his early education at Moorestown Friends School, a private Quaker day school in Moorestown, New Jersey. He attended Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania for one year before transferring to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a bachelor’s of science degree in Course 7 (Biology).

Dr. Willison then relocated to attend the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of California, San Francisco. At UCSF, Dr. Willison earned his PhD in cell biology in 2005 before completing his medical degree in 2008. He went on to complete his psychiatry residency, and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship, at the University of California, Los Angeles in 2012 and 2014, respectively.

Children and adults alike appreciate Dr. Willison’s friendly, personable manner as well as his accurate diagnoses and individualized, integrative treatment. His background in research contributes to his informed, objective, and quantitative approach to medicine.

In addition to seeing patients at his private practice, Dr. Willison is an attending psychiatrist at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center in the Anxiety Disorders Clinic and is the founding attending psychiatrist of its adult ADHD Clinic. His goal is to provide the highest degree of care for his patients and to help them and their families live more fulfilling, happier lives.

Dr. Angert is an MD, PhD-trained physician with extensive telehealth, clinical-care and academic research experience. Dr. Angert practices integrative medical care, utilizing a holistic approach that encourages patient involvement in treatments and decision-making. He is experienced in research-backed treatment for patients with chronic illnesses, acute symptoms, complex care requirements, and mental health concerns. He is a staunch advocate for addressing the inequities that lead to a disparity in the quality and cultural competence of care in the medical field. As part of his traditional medical training, Dr. Angert traveled to numerous countries in order to study alternative therapies. From his experiences as a mountaineer, he gained unique skills that attuned him to the needs of his fellow explorers. He is a certified Fellow of the Academy of Wilderness Medicine. He incorporates this knowledge, in each step of his mind-body treatment plans for every patient under his care.

Dr. Hayat is board certified in psychiatry and is an expert in the evaluation and treatment of mental health conditions. At Mental Health and Wellness Associates, Dr. Hayat performs comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, follow-up medication management, and psychotherapy. He is an expert in the use of telepsychiatry (Telehealth) to provide high-quality and top psychiatry care to patients from all over California.

At Mental Health and Wellness Associates, Dr. Hayat works with adults who are 18 years and older and adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17. He enjoys working with those who have never seen a psychiatrist before and those who are seeking a second opinion or a new start to their care.

Dr. Hayat is trained to assess and treat depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other mental health conditions. He provides a comprehensive evaluation which includes a diagnosis and treatment recommendations. He works with patients to provide top-quality and evidence-based medication management through close and individualized follow-up plans.

A graduate of UCLA, Dr. Hayat majored in Neuroscience. He completed medical school at the University of Arizona and psychiatry residency training at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. He is currently receiving additional training in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at UC San Diego.

Dr. Hayat is fluent in Farsi/Dari, Hindi/Urdu, and Pashto. He is currently available to see patients in the State of California by secure telemedicine.

Dr. Matthew Goldenberg founded Mental Health and Wellness Associates to help increase access to high quality mental healthcare in California. Dr. Goldenberg found that patients seeking psychiatry and therapy often faced long wait times, full practices, and other barriers to getting the help that they need. He founded Mental Health and Wellness Associates to help make finding care easier. 

Dr. Goldenberg is a mental health and substance abuse expert. He is double board certified in general and addiction psychiatry. Accordingly, he has assembled a team of highly trained, highly experienced clinicians that use evidence-based and individualized treatment plans to support their patients’ unique needs and goals. 

At Mental Health and Wellness Associates your journey to improved mental health and wellness begins with a brief and free phone call. Our practice manager will walk you through the ins and outs of being a new patient and will begin the process of determining which treatment provider(s) may be the best fit for you. You can book a time to speak with our practice manager above (click on “book online”). 

The goal at Mental Health and Wellness Associates is to fully empower patients to reach their goals and to thrive.  If you have PPO insurance, we are happy to provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement for “out of network” benefits. We have chosen not to be in-network with any insurance plans because this allows you and your doctors and therapists to determine the most ideal care, intensity, duration and frequency for you, without any interference outside forces. You can learn more about insurance here.