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As a Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner, our practice believes that a sound mental health is priceless and all effort to guard and sustain it is our ultimate goal.

Richard Young, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC is an experienced psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Lifespan Psychiatry & Wellness Center in Houston, Texas. Dedicated to serving his patients and aiming to provide the highest standard of mental health care, Richard is known for delivering care with excellence and integrity. 

Richard has over 25 years of staff Registered Nursing experience spanning nephrology, psychiatry, intensive care, education, information technology, and skilled nursing. He also has over 5 years of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing practice experience and 7years of Family Nursing practice experience in outpatient clinics and correctional facilities.

Dr. Young received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas in 1993. He went on to obtain a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Frontier Nursing University (Versailles, KY) in 2013 and began working as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

In 2020, Richard completed a Post Masters Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Practice at FNU and opened Lifespan Psychiatry and Wellness Center with Vivian Young, PMHNP. Richard graduated with his Doctor of Nursing Practice from FNU in 2024.

Taking an evidence-based and comprehensive approach to care, Dr. Young leads with medication management and provides combined support therapy. He specializes in assisting patients with different mental disorders, including anxiety, ADHD, Autism, depression, Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and dementia.

Dr. Young typically sees patients later in the afternoon and early evening, around 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. He warmly welcomes all patients to the Lifespan Psychiatry & Wellness Center and looks forward to caring for them across their lifespan.

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.

After graduating from the University of California at Berkeley with Honors, Dr. Kamayani Khare went on to medical school at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. She completed her intern year and neurology residency at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston. During her neurology residency, she served as a Chief Neurology Resident. She went on to complete 2 years of neurophysiology fellowship (focus in Epilepsy) at University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston and Houston Methodist Hospital, respectively.

After fellowship, Dr. Khare practiced general neurology (with interest in epilepsy) in private practice at Kelsey Seybold clinic and CHI/Baylor ST Luke’s Medical Center for 9+ years. She further expanded her clinical expertise and worked as a Neurohospitalist at UTHealth-The University of Texas Health Sciences Center. Her practice involved providing acute neurological care via Teleneurology to community hospitals and education for medical students and residents.

Dr. Khare is board certified by the American Academy of Psychiatry and Neurology in Adult neurology. As a general neurologist with a focus in epilepsy, she provides neurological consultations for patients with a wide variety of neurological disorders and is focused on education for the patient and their family members. This includes epilepsy (with extensive counseling including family members & including but not limited to patients planning pregnancy/during pregnancy), stroke/TIA, dementia syndromes (with extensive counseling/education for patients & family members), other cognitive/memory disorders, neck/back pain, tremor syndromes, neuropathy, headaches, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease.

Conditions treated:

• Epilepsy
• Cognitive/memory disorders including dementia syndromes
• Stroke/TIA
• Syncope/pre-syncope
• Spine disorders including neck/back pain and radiculopathies
• Neuropathy
• Tremor syndromes including essential tremors
• Migraines
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Parkinson’s disease

Procedures performed:

• EEG (routine and prolonged studies, adult and pediatric populations)

Priti Palvadi, MD, is a neurologist at Houston Neurological Institute in Pasadena and Pearland, Texas.

Dr. Priti Palvadi attended Gandhi Medical College in Hyderabad, India. She then completed her neurology residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas, serving as Chief Resident in her final year. She then worked as Assistant Professor at the Little Rock VA hospital as a general neurologist for seven years.

Following that, she completed her clinical neurophysiology fellowship at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, specializing in diagnostic sleep medicine, EMG, and EEG. She practiced in Baytown and also trained in sleep medicine during this period.

Dr. Palvadi is board-certified by the American Academy of Psychiatry and Neurology in Adult neurology and in sleep medicine. Dr. Palvadi provides neurological consultation for patients with a wide variety of neurological disorders including epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke, migraines, dementia, neuropathies, and sleep disorders.

Leticia Loret de Mola, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to individuals and families throughout Texas. She is dedicated to helping patients improve their mental health, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. She offers both telepsychiatry and in-person psychiatric appointments, making high-quality mental health care accessible, flexible, and convenient.

She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Maryville University and completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Nova Southeastern University, graduating with honors. She is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and remains committed to clinical excellence, ongoing professional development, and evidence-based psychiatric care delivered with compassion and respect.

Her passion for mental health care was shaped while working in hospital settings during the COVID-19 pandemic, where she witnessed the profound impact of untreated mental health conditions. This experience strengthened her commitment to expanding access to psychiatric services in Texas and supporting patients across all stages of life.

She specializes in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment planning for a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and related concerns. Her approach is holistic, patient-centered, and trauma-informed, thoughtfully incorporating each patient’s emotional, psychological, social, and cultural background into care planning.

Patients often describe Leticia as empathetic, attentive, and easy to talk to. She prioritizes building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, supportive environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered. She believes in treating the whole person—not just symptoms—and ensures patients have a clear understanding of their diagnosis, treatment options, and goals of care.

Providing psychiatric care across the lifespan, Leticia is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to offer culturally responsive, bilingual mental health services to a diverse patient population throughout Texas. She proudly serves patients through secure telepsychiatry visits and in-person office appointments, helping individuals receive care in the setting that best meets their needs.

Outside of clinical practice, Leticia enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She values balance and self-care and enjoys traveling, dining out, going to the movies, and creating flower arrangements.

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.**

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.

Olawale is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with training in treating patients across lifespan and practice settings. His educational training was completed at Prairie View A&M and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Olawale's approach focuses on creating an individualized, evidence-based, collaborative and comprehensive approach that promotes quality of life and the best health outcomes. Through active listening and thoughtful prompts, we can deploy treatment plans that targets remission and return to baseline. My areas of focus includes but are not limited to Depression, Anxiety disorders, Bipolar, Insomnia, Psychotic disorders, eating disorders, Trauma-Stressor related disorder.

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.

Dr. Onigu-Otite (Dr. Otite) is a triple-board-certified psychiatrist with expertise in Child, Adolescent, Addiction, and Adult Psychiatry. She earned her medical degree from the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria; completed her General Psychiatry residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston; and advanced fellowships in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Dr. Otite previously served as Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University and Medical Director of the Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress at Kennedy Krieger Institute. She is now a Full Professor at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Otite is known for her specialized care for complex ADHD, severe mood and behavioral disorders, trauma-related conditions, and addictive behaviors in children and adolescents, and integrates motivational interviewing to support mental and physical well-being.

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.

The office of Olayinka M Ayeni MD PLLC provides superior psychiatry services for children, adolescents, and adults to support comprehensive mental health conditions. Dr. Ayeni, who is board certified in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry, oversees the Spring, Texas, location. The practice welcomes patients four years old and up. 

Dr. Ayeni uses his extensive specialty training to support children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). He evaluates and treats patients with depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. He also offers therapy and other treatment for eating disorders and feeding disorders.

Patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or schizophrenia benefit from Dr. Ayeni’s expert care. Treatments include counseling, behavioral therapy, and medications. Each treatment plan is tailored to a patient’s diagnosis, overall health, living environment, and age.

The practice also offers telemedicine visits for patient convenience and comfort. Call today or use the online tool to schedule your or a loved one’s appointment at Olayinka M Ayeni MD PLLC.

Athi P. Venkatesh, MD, is a skilled, compassionate, and board-certified Doctor of Medicine at Kingwood Psychiatry. Dr. Venkatesh specializes in General Psychiatry and provides high-quality care for children, adolescents, and adults in Kingwood and Shenandoah, Texas.

Education has always been of importance to Dr. Venkatesh. He graduated from Tirunelveli Medical College (TVMC) in India and received his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). 

From 1992 to 1996, Dr. Venkatesh worked at a Private Practice in India. He completed his Residency in Psychiatry at the Institute of Mental Health Center Christian Medical College (CMC) in Vellore, India.

In 1999, Dr. Venkatesh moved to the United States of America to further his education and career. He fulfilled an externship in Psychiatry at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Elmhurst Hospital in New York City, New York. 

Next, he completed his professional training and Residency in Psychiatry at Scott & White Hospital Texas A&M University (now called Baylor Scott & White Hospital) in Temple, Texas.

Dr. Venkatesh contributed to the following research: The effects of Nefazadone on Liver function tests, ECT in resistant Schizophrenia, and Thrice vs. Twice weekly ECT in depression. 

He is a member of the American Psychiatric Association (APA)

Dr. Venkatesh joined Kingwood Psychiatry in July 2004 and continues to provide all his patients with the personalized therapy and treatment they need to improve their mental well-being and live their best lives.