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4.88

(121)

Dr. Salisu Aikoye, MD Psychiatrist
14.9 mi

4.88 (121)

2623 E Slauson Ave
Huntington Park, CA 90255

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About Dr. Salisu Aikoye, MD

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.

Practice

Sal Psychiatry Services

Latest Review

“I have been working in residential care for 15 years and I have never met such a caring, knowledgeable and personable psychiatrist. Dr. Sal sees all the youth at our residential facility, the youth are 12-21 years old and it’s very difficult to build rapport with them, but Dr. Sal was able to feel the youth safe and cared for enough for them to trust him and share their needs. He never rushes appointments and he never pushes meds. The entire team is amazing! I am so grateful for their help!”

Dr. Ellen Machikawa, MD Psychiatrist
15.0 mi

573 S Boyle Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90033

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About Dr. Ellen Machikawa, MD

Dr. Ellen A. Machikawa, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience helping adults manage complex mental health concerns. She provides evidence-based, personalized care in a safe, judgment-free environment. Dr. Machikawa combines expert medication management with supportive psychotherapy to support meaningful, practical progress. She has extensive training in geriatric psychiatry, mood disorders, and complex psychiatric conditions. Her clinical focus includes depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD/trauma, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, and geriatric mental health. She offers flexible and responsive care, including same-day appointments, telehealth sessions, and direct phone consultations when needed. She also uses AI note-taking support so she can focus her full attention on patients during visits. Dr. Machikawa’s approach centers on listening closely, asking thoughtful questions, and building a treatment plan that fits each patient’s needs and goals.

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Savant Care

Faisal Ahmed, MD Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
16.3 mi

3720 Lomita Blvd #100
Torrance, CA 90505

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4.88

(121)

Dr. Salisu Aikoye, MD Psychiatrist
17.0 mi

4.88 (121)

4060 Whittier Blvd
, Los Angeles, CA 90023

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About Dr. Salisu Aikoye, MD

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.

Practice

Sal Psychiatry Services

Latest Review

“I have been working in residential care for 15 years and I have never met such a caring, knowledgeable and personable psychiatrist. Dr. Sal sees all the youth at our residential facility, the youth are 12-21 years old and it’s very difficult to build rapport with them, but Dr. Sal was able to feel the youth safe and cared for enough for them to trust him and share their needs. He never rushes appointments and he never pushes meds. The entire team is amazing! I am so grateful for their help!”

4.88

(121)

Dr. Salisu Aikoye, MD Psychiatrist
17.1 mi

4.88 (121)

5035 Echo Street
Highland Park, CA 90042

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About Dr. Salisu Aikoye, MD

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.

Practice

Sal Psychiatry Services

Latest Review

“I have been working in residential care for 15 years and I have never met such a caring, knowledgeable and personable psychiatrist. Dr. Sal sees all the youth at our residential facility, the youth are 12-21 years old and it’s very difficult to build rapport with them, but Dr. Sal was able to feel the youth safe and cared for enough for them to trust him and share their needs. He never rushes appointments and he never pushes meds. The entire team is amazing! I am so grateful for their help!”

Phoebe Hua Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
18.1 mi

2748 Pacific Coast Hwy 1084
Torrance, CA 90505

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5.0

(1)

Valentina Park, MD Psychiatrist
18.1 mi

5.0 (1)

2748 Pacific Coast Hwy 1084
Torrance, CA 90505

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About Valentina Park, MD

Dr. Valentina Park is a board-certified child, adolescent, and young adult psychiatrist who takes a warm, thoughtful, and thorough approach to care. Dr. Park seeks to understand the full picture, including family dynamics, life experiences, and environment, so that care is truly personalized. She works collaboratively with patients and their families to develop treatment plans that may include therapeutic interventions, lifestyle changes, and, when appropriate, medication - always aiming to create the most effective and sustainable plan tailored to the individual. She places strong emphasis on foundational habit building and guides her patients in improving sleep, physical activity, nutrition, social connection, and mindfulness, key elements that support long-term emotional and mental wellness. Dr. Park is deeply committed to helping young people navigate challenges, build resilience, and lead meaningful, healthy lives.

Practice

Valentina Park

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“Great experience”

Nenita Belen, MD Psychiatrist
20.6 mi

10800 Paramount Blvd
Suite 306
Downey, CA 90241

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5.0

(6)

Neelima Kunam, MD Psychiatrist
20.6 mi

5.0 (6)

10800 Paramount Blvd
Suite 306
Downey, CA 90241

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About Neelima Kunam, MD

Through active listening and thoughtful questions, I hope to make a difference in each of my patient's lives for the better. Breaking down the stigma of mental healthcare, providing an open-minded nonjudgmental physician-patient relationship, and helping each individual find ways to reach their own goals are passions of mine.

Practice

Inland Psychiatric Medical Group

Latest Review

“I have been seeing psychiatrists for the last 10 years and no doctor has been as fantastic as Dr. Kunam. She really listened to my concerns and we discussed treatment collaboratively. I’m so happy to have found her!”

4.8

(219)

Dr. Nandita Puchakayala, MD Psychiatrist
20.6 mi

4.8 (219)

10800 Paramount Blvd
Suite 306
Downey, CA 90241

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“Great meetings and nice conversations”

4.9

(627)

Syam Kunam, MD Psychiatrist
20.6 mi

4.9 (627)

10800 Paramount Blvd
Suite 306
Downey, CA 90241

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“The appointment went fast and efficiently, but I was called during work 3 hours before my appointment... I do not understand making an appointment if I'll just be called way before my designated time without any warning about changing the time.”

Linda Woodall, MD Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
20.8 mi

200 East Del Mar Boulevard, Suite 122
Pasadena, CA 91105

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4.96

(60)

Dr. Valeria Anaya, MD Psychiatrist
20.8 mi

4.96 (60)

200 East Del Mar Boulevard
Suite 200
Pasadena, CA 91105

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Ms. Jennifer Hichar, PMHNP Psychiatrist
20.8 mi

200 East Del Mar Boulevard
Suite 200
Pasadena, CA 91105

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About Ms. Jennifer Hichar, PMHNP

Jennifer Hichar is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner trained to treat mental health disorders in patients of all ages. Her clinical training at Yale School of Nursing took place in both inpatient and outpatient settings with pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Jennifer is dedicated to providing patient-centered, evidence-based care within a holistic biopsychosocial approach to treatment.

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ResWell

5.0

(18)

Dr. Francisco Navarro, A99803 Psychiatrist
20.8 mi

5.0 (18)

200 East Del Mar Boulevard
Suite 200
Pasadena, CA 91105

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About Dr. Francisco Navarro, A99803

Dr. Navarro, is an associate UCLA professor in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. He is double board certified in treating children and teens, as well as adult psychiatry. Dr. Navarro is an expert on ADHD, depression and anxiety. He is passionate about treating the whole person in an integrative and preventative way. Dr. Navarro completed his undergraduate degree in Biological Psychology at UCLA. He worked as a public health educator in the South Bay serving over 800 middle school children for two years prior to pursuing medical training. He received his medical degree from UC Irvine College of Medicine and graduated with Honors in Service as an inductee into the Gold Humanistic Honor Society. Dr. Navarro did his internship, residency and child/adolescent fellowship at UCLA becoming Chief Fellow his final year of training. Dr. Navarro is an international and national lecturer on child and adolescent mental health.

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ResWell

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4.95

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Dr. Elizabeth Casalegno Psychiatrist
21.3 mi

4.95 (20)

525 Cordova St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

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About Dr. Elizabeth Casalegno

Elizabeth Casalegno, MD, is a board-certified adult psychiatrist at Adelpha Psychiatric Group in Pasadena, California.

Dr. Casalegno graduated magna cum laude from the University of California, San Diego, with a degree in biochemistry and cell biology. While at UCSD, she also studied abroad in the Bordeaux region of France, immersing herself in French culture and language. Later, she pursued her medical studies at the University of California, Davis. She ran a student-run clinic for low-income and minority patients and became an Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society member.

Her interest in human behavior led her to complete her psychiatry residency training at UCLA, where she served as the chief resident of the whole training program.

Dr. Casalegno specializes in treating various disorders with a careful selection of psychotropic medications in combination with individual psychotherapy and other interventional treatments such as TMS. She is also interested in reproductive psychiatry, psychotic disorders, and applying psychodynamically-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat mood and anxiety disorders, including OCD, aggressively.

Dr. Casalegno is a former member of the Volunteer Clinical Faculty at UCLA, where she was an attending physician in the Psychosis Clinic and the Resident Psychotherapy Clinic. She is also a UCLA Psychiatric Clinical Faculty Association (PCFA) board member.

Practice

Adelpha Psychiatric Group

Latest Review

“Dr Niazi is the best. He is knowledgeable, dependable, and committed to helping his patients. ”

4.93

(15)

Dr. Rahael Gupta Psychiatrist
21.3 mi

4.93 (15)

525 Cordova St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

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About Dr. Rahael Gupta

Rahael Gupta, MD, is a board-certified adult psychiatrist and board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist at Adelpha Psychiatric Group in Pasadena, California.

Dr. Gupta earned her BA in Human Biology from Stanford University and her MS in Narrative Medicine from Columbia University. She went on to earn her MD from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, where she was awarded the Raymond W. Waggoner Award for distinguished performance in psychiatry.

Dr. Gupta completed adult psychiatry residency training and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at UCLA, serving as Program Chief Fellow and pursuing the Parent and Infant Mental Health Area of Distinction. During her fellowship, she became a certified facilitator of the Circle of Security International Early Intervention Program for Parents and Children (an attachment-based, reflective parenting program), facilitating groups for new mothers at UCLA’s Perinatal Intensive Outpatient Program. She received the 2024 UCLA Gertrude Rogers Greenblatt Award in Child Psychiatry, given to one fellow annually noted for their “deeply humane commitment to children and families requiring psychiatric care.”

Dr. Gupta has specialized training in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, eating disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism. She has experience with a wide variety of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, family-focused therapy, exposure and response prevention, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and executive function coaching. She is committed to a holistic and trauma-informed approach to care.

Practice

Adelpha Psychiatric Group

Latest Review

“Dr Niazi is the best. He is knowledgeable, dependable, and committed to helping his patients. ”

4.94

(19)

Dr. Maya Smolarek Psychiatrist
21.3 mi

4.94 (19)

525 Cordova St.
Pasadena, CA 91101

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About Dr. Maya Smolarek

Maya Smolarek, MD, is a board-certified adult psychiatrist at Adelpha Psychiatric Group in Pasadena and Oakland, California.

Dr. Smolarek graduated Phi Beta Kappa from UC Berkeley with a degree in Religious Studies. Although she pursued medical training to enter end-of-life care, she could not escape the allure of focusing on internal experience, meaning, and personal narrative in the specialty of Psychiatry.

Dr. Smolarek graduated from UCLA medical school with a leadership award and induction into the Gold Humanism Honor Society for her merits in compassionate care. During Psychiatry Residency at UCLA Neuropsychiatric Institute, she and a colleague co-founded the Women in Psychiatry group to further the education of trainees on issues related to women. She developed curricula for medical students and residents on sexual harassment during training and delivered talks on the subject at two national conventions. She served as Volunteer Clinical Faculty member at UCLA , teaching in the Interpersonal Therapy Clinic.

Dr. Smolarek is experienced in treating the gamut of mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders. She has specialty training in reproductive psychiatry (pertaining to menstrual, menopausal, and peripartum issues), geriatric psychiatry, PTSD, treatment-resistant depression, and bipolar disorder. She brings a background study of mysticism and Buddhism to her psychodynamic psychotherapy. Her holistic approach to care also includes an interest in affect-oriented and somatic therapy. LGBTQ+ affirming.

Practice

Adelpha Psychiatric Group

Latest Review

“Dr Niazi is the best. He is knowledgeable, dependable, and committed to helping his patients. ”

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