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Hello, I’m Bunmi Hambolu, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of nursing experience in behavioral health, hospital, and long-term care settings. My approach to care is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized. I believe every patient deserves to feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy for conditions such as anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. I also offer telehealth services for convenience and accessibility. My goal is not only to reduce symptoms but to help you build practical coping skills and long-term emotional wellness in a safe, judgment-free space.

Psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner, dual board certified, practicing by telehealth in 23 states. Psychiatry, primary care and substance use treatment managed by one clinician

Mr. Omar Fuller is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He provides virtual sessions at Healthy Minds and Wellness. He acquired a master’s degree in psychiatric and mental health nursing from Walden University. Mr. Fuller can diagnose and treat various mental, behavioral, and emotional health issues. He expertly utilizes evidence-based strategies to help patients develop better coping skills. Patients trust Mr. Fuller’s expertise because he consistently provides high-quality care and treatment, leading to positive and lasting health outcomes. He keeps up with the latest developments in his field to provide patients with the most appropriate care.

I am a doctoral prepared, dual certified, compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner. I completed a master's degree program in Acute care/ Gerontology with Walden University and a doctorate degree with Brandman University California to further my training and specialize in psychiatry/ mental health. I am currently seeing patients from Georgia State, North Carolina State and Washington State is coming soon. I am focused-on high quality care with active listening, very good communication skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I utilize most recent advancement in medicine in delivery of my care. I specialize in Telehealth psychiatry in treating different psychiatric diagnoses from ages 6 years to 100+. For all your psychiatric needs, please call First Cornerstone Health care at 877-999-0102 to make an appointment or self-schedule your appointment here online. We currently accept various insurances and cash patients too.

Hello! I'm Aisha Adigun. I'm here to provide you with top-notch, personalized care that puts your overall health first. From thorough mental health assessments to tailored treatment plans, I'm committed to your well-being every step of the way. My journey in healthcare has equipped me with the skills to effectively assess, diagnose, and treat various mental health conditions. Together, let's explore effective strategies and techniques to help you overcome challenges and achieve a happier, more fulfilling life. My approach is simple, I'll collaborate with you to craft a personalized treatment plan designed to reduce distress and enhance the positive aspects of your life. Using a judgement-free connection, I'll help you reach your full potential, creating a pathway toward lasting recovery and well-being. I do not want to be the provider who simply prescribes medications. I want to be the provider who actively listens and collaborates with you to develop the best treatment plan possible.

Asif Choudhary, MD, founded Advanced Psychiatry in Marietta, Georgia, to offer mental health services grounded in compassion and excellence in patient care. He believes in the importance of forming meaningful connections and wants to inspire hope in the community through individualized, dignified, and accessible care.

Combining holistic and evidence-based psychiatry, Dr. Choudhary incorporates lifestyle and medical issues into personalized mental health treatment plans. His goal is always to help each client reach their full potential.

Dr. Choudhary earned his medical degree at St. Matthews University. He completed his psychiatry residency and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. During his advanced training, he served as chief fellow. Dr. Choudhary is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association.

After completing his fellowship training, Dr. Choudhary worked in inpatient, outpatient, and telepsychiatry settings. He also has experience in consultation-liaison psychiatry, providing care for patients with psychiatric and general medical conditions.

In addition to private practice, Dr. Choudhary has years of experience treating patients of all ages. He has trained in an autism center, the juvenile justice system, and multiple school settings.

Dr. Choudhary has written articles, such as Diagnosing Anxiety and Depression in Teens, published in Atlanta Medicine. He has also been featured on television, informing viewers about a breakthrough treatment for ADHD. 

When he's not busy being Dr. Choudhary, he's just Asif — a fan of skiing, mindless action movies, and traveling. Except for a few brief detours during his medical career, he has lived in Georgia his entire life.

Chidimma Nzoiwu, APRN, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC is double board certified as a FNP-C and PMHNP-BC. She earned her NSN in Family Nurse Practitioner at Chamberlain University and Post Graduate in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Valdosta State University. She has worked in correctional facility where she treats patients with mental health and addictive disorders. She has experience in providing medication management, therapy, mindfulness coaching, nutritional planning, and other complementary alternative treatments. In her experience as a NP, she finds it is most important to establish meaningful connections with patients to help them achieve their mental and physical health goals through a customized and wraparound treatment approach.

Dr. Rashid is a Harvard-trained, board-certified, child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist. After graduating from King Edward Medical University, she joined the Harvard School of Public Health to get her master’s in public health. She did her adult psychiatry training at the University of Connecticut and child & adolescent fellowship with Harvard University at Boston Children’s Hospital. She later joined the faculty at Boston University/Boston Medical Center as a clinical assistant professor, providing clinical care to diverse patient populations and also supporting clinical teaching and training of medical students and psychiatry residents. She later joined advanced psychoanalytic therapy training from Boston Psychoanalytic Society and utilizes psychoanalytical therapeutic approaches in her clinical framework. She provides individual therapy and medication management.

I am experienced in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. My integrative approach allows me to care for the whole person—mind and body—while building trusted, therapeutic relationships rooted in empathy, respect, and collaboration. Known for my approachable and supportive style, I create a safe space where clients feel heard and empowered. I'm especially passionate about increasing access to quality mental health care and reducing stigma in underserved communities. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care that addresses both physical and mental health. With advanced training and dual certification, I offer a holistic, person-centered approach to care for individuals and families.

Kewei Yu, MD, PhD, is a highly respected, board-certified neurologist and interventional pain specialist at Atlantic Advanced Spine and Neurology Institute in Bethlehem, Lilburn, and Braselton, Georgia. Dr. Yu has over 25 years of experience diagnosing and treating complex pain conditions and neurological disorders. As the founder of one of Johns Creek's leading interventional pain and neurology clinics, Dr. Yu is committed to helping patients achieve relief through personalized, evidence-based care. 

Dr. Yu's medical journey began in Shanghai, China, where he earned his medical degree from the Second Medical University and completed a PhD in medical science in 1999. After moving to the U.S. in 2002, he pursued neuropathic pain research at Yale School of Medicine, followed by internship training at Prince George's Hospital Center and dual residency programs in Anesthesiology and Neurology at UF Health Shands Hospital. He completed his fellowship in pain management at Alabama Orthopedic Spine & Sports Medicine Associates, training under some of the field's top experts.

Dr. Yu is triple board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN), the American Board of Pain Management (ABPM), and the American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians (ABIPP). He uses a multidisciplinary approach that may include medication management, nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulation, acupuncture, and advanced diagnostics like EMG/NCS, EEG, and autonomic studies to treat conditions such as chronic pain, headaches, neuropathy, and more.

Fluent in both English and Mandarin, Dr. Yu is known for his clear communication, compassionate bedside manner, and dedication to patient education. His goal is to empower patients with the knowledge and tools they need to take control of their health.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Yu enjoys traveling with his family, reading, and performing Shaoxing opera.

As the medical director of Psych Atlanta, with locations in Marietta and Roswell, Georgia, Michael D. Banov, MD, provides comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care for adult patients. Dr. Banov is triple-board certified in adult, adolescent, and addiction psychiatry as well as a certified clinical research investigator. 

Dr. Banov completed his Bachelor of Arts in Religion at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. He went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine at the Emory School of Medicine in Atlanta. Dr. Banov served his internal medicine internship at University Hospital in Boston and his psychiatry residency at McLean Hospital, Harvard Medical School. 

Dr. Banov has conducted over 150 clinical research studies in all aspects of psychiatry, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He has written over 25 scientific papers and articles. Dr. Banov shares his experience and knowledge as an assistant clinical professor at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.

Dr. Banov uses this first-hand knowledge of emerging research, treatments, and best practices to provide the most effective care to his patients. His goal is to help patients recover from mental health conditions and develop the skills and strategies they need to lead an active and fulfilling life. 

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Gowri Thummala, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist who began her medical career journey in India and completed her residency training at the University of Central Florida. She brings a wide range of experience treating a mental health conditions, including unipolar depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. She has a particular interest in supporting individuals living with depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

Dr. Thummala’s background includes work in both inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as advanced treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and esketamine therapy. She also holds a certification in reproductive psychiatry through Massachusetts General Hospital.

Dr. Thummala believes every person’s path to healing is unique. Her approach is collaborative—working closely with her patients to explore treatment options that best fit their needs, with the shared goal of finding meaningful relief and renewed hope.

Outside of work, you’ll often find her playing with her three dogs, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, or getting lost in a good book. From September through February, though, she’s a devoted NFL fan—go Bucs!

Dr. Ray Kotwicki, MD, MPH, DFAPA is the President and Chief Medical Officer of Intensive Outpatient Services at Hightop Health.  Until June, 2023 he served as Chief Strategy Officer and before that, the Charles B. West Chief Medical Officer at Skyland Trail, an Atlanta, Georgia-based nationally acclaimed private, nonprofit residential and day treatment organization for adults and adolescents with mental illnesses. Kotwicki also held leadership positions as the Medical Director of Community Outreach Services at Grady Health System as well as Director of Medical Student Education for the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Emory University School of Medicine

Kotwicki trained as a Department of Energy Fellow and was a Medical Scholar at the University of Wisconsin Medical School. He completed post-graduate training at Harvard Medical School, the Boston University School of Medicine, and Emory University, where he earned a Master in Public Health degree in Health Policy and Management. He remains a full professor on the adjunctive faculty at both the Emory University School of Medicine as well as the Rollins School of Public Health. Kotwicki has presented more than 425 invited lectures, symposia, and seminars to thousands of attendees. He is recognized as a trusted national expert and renowned speaker on current issues in psychiatry, mental health, professionalism, and wellness.  

Kotwicki is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is a Past President of the Georgia Psychiatric Physicians’ Association. He currently serves as Vice President of the Executive Council of the Southern Psychiatric Association.  Kotwicki was a member of the Leadership Atlanta Class of 2011 and served as President of the Board of Directors of Positive Impact, the Southeast’s premiere HIV mental health program for three years. He also served as a member of the Board of Trustees of The Lovett School until 2022 and was elected to the American College of Psychiatrists in 2019. Throughout his career, Dr. Kotwicki has received numerous distinctions, including Georgia Psychiatric Physicians Association’s 2019-2020 Psychiatrist of the Year award, Emory University’s most prestigious Dean’s “Golden Apple” Teaching Award, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Mental Health America and Eli Lilly’s “Heroes in Fight” Clinical Team Award, and the National Alliance on Mental Illness’ Exemplary Psychiatrist Award. Kotwicki received the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University’s “Distinguished Achievement Alumnus Award” in 2017.