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.
Hazel Parrish, LCADC, ICADC, BIP, is a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, author, and the founder and owner of Bridge the Gap Addiction and Mental Health Services, PLLC, in Louisville, Kentucky. She has over 30 years of experience in the field of mental health and looks forward to offering compassionate care to those in the greater Louisville metro area.
Professionally, Hazel wears many hats; she is a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor, a certified marriage and family therapist, peer support specialist, domestic violence batterer intervention provider (BIP), an ordained minister, and a moral reconation therapist (MRT). She is also a member of the International Certificiation and Reciprocity Consortorium (IC&RC).
Hazel graciously offers mobile visits and telehealth services to her clients while also providing a safe space for them to visit in her office.
Hazel started her education in social services at Peralta College in Alameda County, California. After earning her associate degree, she attended California State University, East Bay in Hayward, California, for her bachelor’s degree in sociology and her Master of Science degree in educational psychology. She started Bridge the Gap Addiction and Mental Health Services, PLLC, in 2004.
Throughout her career, Hazel has established herself as a highly qualified provider of rehabilitative services for substance abuse, domestic violence, and numerous mental health diagnoses.
She offers compassionate counseling services in group and individual settings and facilitates intensive outpatient treatment programs and residential treatment. She also oversees recovery programs, including Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
After detailed assessments, Hazel guides patients through the process of recovery with a holistic and integrative approach.
In her personal life, Hazel is a mother to two children and a grandmother of eight. She is also active in her church as an assistant minister. She is currently working on expanding her practice to California while also working on new projects here in Louisville.
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I am a traditionally trained Psychiatrist, with double Board Certification status. After completing medical school and a first residency in psychiatry in Egypt, my journey brought me to the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, in Brooklyn, where I completed my four-year psychiatry residency training program. I subsequently joined the Yale University School of Medicine Law and Psychiatry program where I completed my fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry. My eclectic professional experience included working as a volunteer psychiatrist in Egypt with African and Middle Eastern refugees, survivors of torture and sexual traumas, working with 9/11 survivors and first responders during my years in New York, as well as LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers in both the Middle East and the United States. After graduating from Yale, I was appointed as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine.
Michael Lara, MD, is a skilled, board-certified psychiatrist at his private practice in Belmont, California. He specializes in psychopharmacology and treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults between the ages of 21 and 65.
Dr. Lara earned his bachelor’s degree in English literature with a minor in biological sciences at Stanford University in Stanford, California. He completed his master’s degree in English and American literature and language at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Dr. Lara earned his medical degree from the University of California in Los Angeles, and he’s board-certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He went on to complete an internship and residency in adult psychiatry at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford Health Care in Stanford, California.
Dr. Lara served as a chief psychiatrist and medical director at Centro de Bienestar in San Jose, California, a community-based mental health clinic. While there, he managed five psychiatrists and developed in-house psychopharmacology training programs.
He has also worked in private practice in Belmont, California, where he specialized in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and ADHD. In addition, Dr. Lara has held faculty positions at the Institute of Brain Potential in Los Altos, California, and Sophia University in Palo Alto, California.
He uses sophisticated psychopharmacology treatments and is easily accessible to his patients between visits. Dr. Lara also offers telemedicine services for added convenience.
Patients struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), memory problems, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and other mental health conditions can rely on Dr. Lara for exceptional care and a better quality of life.
To schedule an appointment with Michael Lara, MD, call his office or book a consultation online today.
M Rameen Ghorieshi, MD, MPH, of Palo Alto Mind Body in Palo Alto, California, cares for patients from the paradigm that mental and physical health are so strongly intertwined that one may not fully achieve either without striving for both. He is board-certified in Psychiatry, board-certified in Addiction Medicine, Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine, and Medical Staff at Stanford Health Care.
He completed his training at Stanford Hospital and Clinics and attended medical school at the Emory University School of Medicine, where he also received an advanced degree in behavioral sciences and health education from the Rollins School of Public Health. He treats a vast range of psychiatric conditions and helps those who wish to better understand themselves and their relationships.
His particular areas of interest include anxiety, depression, addiction medicine, whole body health, and coping with chronic or terminal medical illnesses. To best meet your specific needs, Dr. Ghorieshi will formulate a customized treatment plan, which may include psychotherapy, medications, and behavioral techniques.
Please note, although our practice is located in Palo Alto, we also serve many patients located in the surrounding Bay Area, such as South Bay, North Bay, East Bay, Peninsula, San Jose, and San Francisco
Michelle Kluczinske, PMHNP-BC, is an experienced psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner at Ocean Psychiatry in Freemont, California. At the practice, Michelle offers compassionate and effective care to every patient she sees.
Michelle has experience in psychotropic medication management in outpatient and long-term care settings. She worked with patients 16 years old and over who experienced depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and psychosis.
Her nursing experience includes working in inpatient psychiatric units, a psychiatric emergency department, psychiatric outpatient clinics, day programs, substance rehabilitation, and interventional psychiatry. Michelle has also been a clinical educator for the psychiatric-mental health rotation at nursing colleges.
Michelle believes in empowering patients through education and encouraging them to be active and collaborative in their care. She takes the time to really listen to her patients and partners with them to improve their health.
Michelle currently accepts both new and existing patients and looks forward to working with you at Ocean Psychiatry.
Dr. Shareh Ghani, co-founder and Medical Director at Ocean Psychiatry, is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 29 years’ experience in mental healthcare. His special interests include Mood and Anxiety disorders, including Depression, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Panic disorder, and PTSD, as well as adolescent and adult ADHD. He has expertise in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Spravato (Esketamine) treatments for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. Colleagues and patients alike appreciate his honesty, effective communication skills, and genuine care for both clients and staff.
His commitment to lifelong learning for himself and others, combined with his holistic approach to mental health care, has made Ocean Psychiatry a forward-thinking and comprehensive psychiatric practice. The psychiatric providers and psychotherapists at Ocean Psychiatry collaborate closely to provide integrated care which is considered the gold standard and most effective approach for the treatment of psychiatric conditions. Dr. Ghani's leadership at Ocean Psychiatry is characterized by his trustworthiness, warmth, and extensive knowledge, which have drawn many exceptional practitioners to work with him.
He is currently accepting the following insurances: Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of CA – Magellan, United Healthcare, Sutter Health, Kaiser, Cigna, Aetna, Medicare, Caremore, Alignment, and Tricare.
Dr. Prashanth Pillai is a board-certified Psychiatrist dedicated to understanding the complex psychological and developmental needs of children, adolescents, and adults across various life stages. He completed his residency in general psychiatry at the Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Pillai further honed his expertise with a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at Nassau University Medical Center and SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Pillai integrates various therapeutic modalities including , psychopharmacology, cognitive-behavioral therapy, play therapy, mindfulness practices, psychoeducation and family-focused interventions. He prioritizes a patient-centric approach, building trust and open communication to ensure personalized and effective care. Dr. Pillai is also an ardent advocate for destigmatizing societal mental health challenges. He champions the need for community education, fostering greater understanding and empathy towards those grappling with psychological difficulties. For individuals seeking a seasoned professional who deeply understands the complexities of child, adolescent, and adult mental well-being and provides a tailored approach to treatment, Dr. Prashanth Pillai stands out for his clinical insight and genuine dedication to his patient's well-being.
Dr. Ksenia Pillai is a distinguished psychiatrist with child, adult, and geriatric psychiatry expertise. Her unique blend of experience empowers her to provide functional mental health care to patients across the lifespan—from the challenges faced by the young to the intricate mental health needs of the elderly. Earning her medical degree and completing her foundational psychiatric residency at Jamaica Hospital, Dr. Pillai showcased an innate aptitude for understanding the intricacies of the human mind. Her passion for broadening her knowledge and refining her skills led her to further specialize in child psychiatry at SUNY Downstate. Dr. Pillai has several years of experience in geriatric psychiatry from her time at the SUNY Downstate Center for Alzheimer's Excellence. Dr. Ksenia Pillai has also served as a faculty member at the Grossman School of Medicine, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, and SUNY Downstate Medical School, teaching and mentoring the next generation of psychiatrists.
Dr. Anise Tatiana Wheeler, DNP, FNP. ANP, PMHNP.
I am a doctorate prepared-nurse practitioner holding dual certifications in psychiatry and family medicine. I hold a master degree in Health Care Management from Johns Hopkins University. I have also received my certification in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) from Duke University School of Medicine. I seek to help my clients achieve their optimal state of wellness--mind, body & spirit, by using individualized evidence-based holistic approaches. I specialize in the management of mental disorders of adolescents ages 14 to 18, adults ages 18 to 65, and elderlies 65+. I combine conventional medication management with psychotherapy, psycho-nutrition (including daily intake of brain booster vitamins. My experience includes treating depression, anxiety, bipolar, spectrum disorders, PTSD, psychosis, ADHD, Addiction, stress, fibromyalgia, pain psychology, and insomnia. I currently collaborate with Dr. Kristel Carrington MD.
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