Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
I provide a safe environment coupled with active listening to establish a trusting rapport with my clients. I use evidence based practice to treat the identified diagnosis and meet my client's specific needs. I attended school at California State University Long Beach. I have been practicing as a nurse practitioner, in several settings, for 5 years. I have 30 years of clinical experience and was first trained in healthcare at LAC/USC level 1 trauma center allowing me to develop efficient assessment skills, effective critical thinking and a compassionate bedside manor. I encourage patients and families to participate in their treatment plan.
Dr. Allen Chroman is a lifetime Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and a Diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, with added qualifications in Geriatric Psychiatry and pain management.
Dr. Chroman brings more than 40 years of psychiatric experience and understanding to the Smart Brain team, providing an exceptional understanding of the mind/body/brain interactions that contribute to a wide range of psychological diseases. Dr. Chroman has lectured extensively and been a sought-after source for Southern California media in both print and broadcast mediums.
Helix Neuropsychiatric Center (Helix NPC) is a psychiatry treatment center that offers cutting-edge, evidence-informed, holistic mental health care for children, teens, and adults living in and around El Segundo, South Bay, Los Angeles, California, in person, and by telepsychiatry across California.
Gil Hoftman, MD, PhD, is our founder and lead psychiatrist, double board-certified in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. With expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions, psychosis, schizophrenia, transcranial magnetic stimulation, and motivational interviewing, he is passionate about building relationships to better the lives of those who are suffering. He devotes his time and expertise to providing comprehensive mental health care to those who feel confused, afraid, or vulnerable about their mental fitness. Fighting stigma is a key component of the treatment approach.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Hoftman continues to serve as a Faculty member in the Department of Psychiatry at UCLA, which allows him to continue investigating adolescent psychosis risk and contribute to the scientific community’s understanding of the neuropsychiatric basis of psychosis and schizophrenia. Dr. Hoftman is also active as a treating psychiatrist at PAND CA OnTrack, where he provides psychiatric services to individuals experiencing early psychosis: https://pandhealth.com/
Helix Neuropsychiatric Center’s mission is to build strong, therapeutic relationships and use every tool available to prevent illness, fight illness, restore health, and maintain health. Our office offers a safe, nonjudgmental environment for people to begin restoring their health from conditions like depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. We also provide compassionate care for those with neurodevelopmental conditions like autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Call us at Helix Neuropsychiatric Center to schedule a consultation with Dr. Hoftman, or request an appointment online today.
I provide a safe environment coupled with active listening to establish a trusting rapport with my clients. I use evidence based practice to treat the identified diagnosis and meet my client's specific needs. I attended school at California State University Long Beach. I have been practicing as a nurse practitioner, in several settings, for 5 years. I have 30 years of clinical experience and was first trained in healthcare at LAC/USC level 1 trauma center allowing me to develop efficient assessment skills, effective critical thinking and a compassionate bedside manor. I encourage patients and families to participate in their treatment plan.
I provide a safe environment coupled with active listening to establish a trusting rapport with my clients. I use evidence based practice to treat the identified diagnosis and meet my client's specific needs. I attended school at California State University Long Beach. I have been practicing as a nurse practitioner, in several settings, for 5 years. I have 30 years of clinical experience and was first trained in healthcare at LAC/USC level 1 trauma center allowing me to develop efficient assessment skills, effective critical thinking and a compassionate bedside manor. I encourage patients and families to participate in their treatment plan.
Jose is a registered nurse (95227267) and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to mental, physical, and spiritual health. Before becoming an RN, Jose was a first responder serving LA County for over five years. After graduating from West Coast University, he worked as an RN in intensive care, emergency, and behavioral health units. The skills and experiences he gained in crisis care would eventually lead him to discover a passion for psychiatric health and psychedelic medicine as a modality to support mental health. He has completing his Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification in order to continue to support the growing psychiatric use of psychedelics for decreasing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other mental health issues.
Diagnoses and treats clients across the lifespan. Registered and qualified prescriber and psychotherapist specializing in child and adolescent and addiction. Proficient in medication management and individual, couples, family, and group therapy.
“5 Stars – Compassionate, Grounded, and Effective
Amanda is a gifted communicator and guide.
She helped our family work through a difficult period involving grief, health stress, and everyday conflict. Her calm, clear approach gave us the tools to connect and communicate with empathy. We’re truly grateful.”
Amanda Wilkman, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatrist
1000 N. Sepulveda Blvd
Suite 210
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
