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.
Dr. Guillen has always been interested in medicine along with the humanities, with psychiatry serving as a blend of both. Psychiatry has allowed him to consistently be involved with the human condition and work in an area of huge need in medicine. He became a psychiatrist in order to serve society and help those struggling with mental and behavioral disorders.
His areas of expertise include bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and schizophrenia. Dr. Guillen has been practicing psychiatry outside of residency for over ten years with experience in inpatient, outpatient, consultation/liasion, residential and emergency settings.
Dr. Guillen completed his residency in Psychiatry at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.
He prides himself on being patient, inquisitive, respectful, and a strong advocate for patients.
Cynthia Banwell is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She graduated from the Physician Assistant program at University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, TX in February of 2023. Prior to completing her master’s degree in physician assistant studies, Cynthia graduated from University of Houston with an undergraduate degree in Health Promotion. Cynthia is excited to be back in Houston and working in psychiatry. She strives to provide compassionate patient centered care for each patient as she knows how important one’s mental health is to their overall well being. In her free time, Cynthia enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with friends, family, and her dog named Dunkin.
Dr. Guillen has always been interested in medicine along with the humanities, with psychiatry serving as a blend of both. Psychiatry has allowed him to consistently be involved with the human condition and work in an area of huge need in medicine. He became a psychiatrist in order to serve society and help those struggling with mental and behavioral disorders.
His areas of expertise include bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and schizophrenia. Dr. Guillen has been practicing psychiatry outside of residency for over ten years with experience in inpatient, outpatient, consultation/liasion, residential and emergency settings.
Dr. Guillen completed his residency in Psychiatry at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.
He prides himself on being patient, inquisitive, respectful, and a strong advocate for patients.
Asma Virani, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She graduated from the Physician Assistant Program at Gannon University in Sun City Center, Florida in August 2023. She has been trained to diagnose, treat, and manage psychiatric disorders while providing quality care.
Asma completed her undergraduate studies at Texas A&M University and received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She has always been passionate about understanding the human mind and how it affects behavior, mood, and cognition.
With the goal to encourage patients to become advocates of their own mental health, Asma aims to create a comfortable and safe space reflecting trust, compassion, and respect.
Outside of work, Asma is enthusiastic about spending time with her family and friends, traveling to new cities, and exploring different cuisines.
Ajinder Dhatt, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist at CyFair Psychiatry in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dhatt has been providing behavioral health care to children, adolescents, and adults in the Houston area for over ten years. In addition to providing outpatient care, he now serves as Medical Director of Cypress Creek Hospital. He completed his General Adult Psychiatry training at UTMB, Galveston, and is Fellowship trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He is also a former Assistant Clinical Professor at UT Medical School.
Dr. Dhatt has been in private practice in Houston since 2008. His professionalism, excellent communication, diagnostic skills, and passion for the field of psychiatry are evident in his caring and dynamic treatment techniques. He is Board Certified in Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology) by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
In addition to providing inpatient care at Cypress Creek Hospital and outpatient care at his office, he also specializes in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for treatment-resistant depression.
I am board-certified in psychiatric mental health, and I am licensed in Texas and Kansas. I provide a safe space for you to heal and therapeutic environment to thrive. Reach out today, I am here to walk through that journey with you.
“Blessing Smith is a wonderful person she takes time to listen to you. She listens to how you're feeling and tries to make medication adjustments were needed have been very happy talking with her”
I am a Tri-Board Certified Psychiatric, Family, Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner. I have over 15 years of combined nursing experience in various health care settings.
With a focus on comprehensive healthcare, I specialize in aiding individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Drawing from a wealth of experience, my expertise encompasses psychiatric assessment and evidence-based treatments for mental health conditions.
My approach involves holistic, patient-centered mental health care, crafting personalized plans that consider physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Continual learning is at the core of my practice, positioning me to contribute effectively to the evolving landscape of healthcare.
Funmi Akinrimisi is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She completed her undergraduate degree in Nursing at Texas Tech University and completed her Master of Science in Nursing at Walden University. Before working in the NP role, Funmi has several years of experience in medical-surgical /Pediatric but specifically 10 years of experience in geriatric, adult, and child Psychiatry nursing.
Her passion for psychiatry nursing led her to pursue her master's in Psychiatry Nursing. Funmi believes in a holistic approach towards treatment and aims to address contributing factors leading to less than optimal life quality for her patients. She finds it important to explore both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment methods while also incorporating good physical health and lifestyle changes. She has a special interest in treating mental disorder populations and reducing the stigma related to mental health.
I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I specialize in assessing, diagnosing and treating the mental health needs of clients with psychiatric medication and psychotherapy. I am compassionate about exploring the challenges that individuals face and encouraging them to continue on this path called life. I understand that mental health is integral to overall well-being, and it takes great courage to seek help. I look forward to partnering with you to promote your mental wellness. Appointments are available for adult clients in Texas with EVENING and WEEKEND availability for services.
**Feel free to inquire about sooner availability!**
**Please note that scheduling an appointment does not guarantee the appointment will take place (you will be notified of appointment confirmation or if there is a conflict), nor does it establish a treating relationship. A treating relationship does not begin until the actual appointment occurs via video conference.**
Lauren D. Weaver, M.D. is a board-certified child neurologist at THINK Neurology for Kids in Katy, Texas. With additional training in epilepsy, Dr. Weaver specializes in interpreting EEGs (brain wave studies) in children with known or suspected seizures and collaborates with the other providers at THINK Neurology for Kids to manage and treat childhood epilepsy.
Dr. Weaver completed medical school at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, followed by a combined residency training in pediatrics and child neurology at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She later moved up to New York City for a fellowship in pediatric epilepsy at Columbia University. She has research experience in the study of malformations of cortical development and genetic epilepsies.
Originally from Austin, Texas, Dr. Weaver currently resides in Houston, Texas, with her husband and son. Prior to joining the THINK Neurology for Kids team in 2019, she was an assistant professor of neurology in the Departments of Child Neurology and Pediatric Epilepsy at Columbia University. While there, she treated patients in both the hospital and clinic settings, with additional responsibilities devoted to resident and medical student education.
Call THINK Neurology for Kids or use the online scheduling tool today to work with Dr. Weaver.
Board-certified neurologist Shaun S. Varghese, M.D., specializes in child neurology, providing exceptional services for children, teens, and young adults at THINK Neurology for Kids, which he founded in 2014. The practice has branches in The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and Austin, Texas.
A native of Dallas, Dr. Varghese grew up with an interest in science and sports. He studied at Austin College in Sherman, Texas, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in business administration in 2004 while completing his pre-med courses. He was awarded the Bryant Boutwell, Dr. P.H., and John P. McGovern, M.D., Scholarship in 2004, and received nominations for the 2006 Research Forum and C. Frank Webber Prize, and the 2008 Neuroscience Research Center Distinguished Medical Student Award. Dr. Varghese obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 2009.
Following graduation, Dr. Varghese completed a two-year residency in pediatrics and a combined three years of residency in adult and child neurology at the University of Texas Medical School, which is the largest medical center in the world. He served as chief resident in the Department of Child Neurology from 2013-2014, before starting his private practice, THINK Neurology for Kids.
Dr. Varghese also provides services at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands, where he delivers consultant services for the neonatal intensive care unit (ICU) and pediatrics unit. He has a particular interest in sports neurology, concussion, migraines, neonatal neurology, and epilepsy.
Dr. Varghese spends most of his leisure time with his wife and their two sons, and their extended family. He also enjoys traveling and attending sporting events when he has time in his busy schedule.
Sundeep Mandava, MD, is a board-certified child neurologist with additional fellowship training in epilepsy. He diagnoses and treats patients at THINK Neurology for Kids, which has branches in The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and Austin, Texas.
Dr. Mandava was born in Dallas and grew up in the greater Houston area. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in bioengineering from Rice University in 2012. After graduating, he completed medical school training at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas.
Dr. Mandava completed his five-year child neurology residency at Saint Louis University in 2021, followed by a one-year epilepsy fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in 2022. During this time, he participated in research in genetic testing in epilepsy.
Outside of work, Dr. Mandava and his wife enjoy traveling, exploring the outdoors, and attempting to discover all the great food that Houston has to offer.
Dr. Mandava looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to THINK Neurology for Kids.
Dr Agyemang is a Board Certified Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 22 years experience in healthcare and specialty in Psychiatry and Behavioral Health. She practices with a warm smile, Intelligence, Open-Minded, Empathy, Trustworthy, Authentic at Sound Health Practice LLC.
Dr. Agyemang graduated from UT Health Science, Houston, Texas with her Masters and Post Master certification as a Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Dr Agyemang advanced to Capella University where she attained her Doctorate Degree in Nursing Practice and Organizational Leadership.
Dr Agyemang’s philosophy of care is equal healthcare access to everyone across the globe. She believes that a complete health involves a complete mental health that should be made easy accessible to everyone across the globe.
At Sound Health Practice LLC, She works with a team of highly trained professionals in a very comfortable and non-judgmental environment.
Ajinder Dhatt, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist at CyFair Psychiatry in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dhatt has been providing behavioral health care to children, adolescents, and adults in the Houston area for over ten years. In addition to providing outpatient care, he now serves as Medical Director of Cypress Creek Hospital. He completed his General Adult Psychiatry training at UTMB, Galveston, and is Fellowship trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He is also a former Assistant Clinical Professor at UT Medical School.
Dr. Dhatt has been in private practice in Houston since 2008. His professionalism, excellent communication, diagnostic skills, and passion for the field of psychiatry are evident in his caring and dynamic treatment techniques. He is Board Certified in Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology) by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
In addition to providing inpatient care at Cypress Creek Hospital and outpatient care at his office, he also specializes in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for treatment-resistant depression.
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