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.
Independent Medical Examiner, Agreed Medical Examiner and Qualified Medical Examiner
Dr. Yassi Zarrin is a licensed Clinical Neuropsychologist, Independent Medical Examiner, Agreed Medical Examiner and Qualified Medical Examiner in the State of California, who specializes in forensic evaluations in a variety of medical-legal settings, including civil litigation, worker’s compensation and family law. Her area of emphasis is neuropsychological testing. In her practice, Dr. Zarrin specializes in the areas of neuropsychological assessment, mental capacity, cognitive/intellectual ability and personality testing in the criminal, civil and probate courts. Dr. Zarrin’s practice, Novoneuro, Inc., has various locations including Beverly Hills, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, Gardena, and Orange.
After receiving her bachelor’s degree in psychology with an emphasis in cognitive neuroscience from University of California, Irvine, Dr. Zarrin continued her education to receive a Master’s and Doctorate Degree from Alliant International University in clinical psychology. She then pursued a specialization in Neuropsychology from Fielding University.
For Dr. Zarrin, the patient always comes first. She takes the time to understand each of her patients, their symptoms, and their history. Her career has brought her vast experience in administering psychological and neuropsychological testing, and assessment and report writing. Dr. Zarrin also has experience working as an expert witness and makes sure to balance subjective and objective findings during an assessment. Combining a holistic, depth-focused approach to treatment and an understanding of the mind-body connection, Dr. Zarrin helps her patients dig into their past behavioral patterns and experiences in order to make healthier choices for their future.
With her background in neuropsychology and cognitive assessment, Dr. Zarrin has experience employing cognitive rehabilitation to improve brain functions such as memory-building, processing speed, working memory, and the ability to multitask. She is skilled in rehabilitation using various disciplines, specialties, and treatment modalities to help each patient’s specific needs.
To make an appointment with Dr. Zarrin, call Novoneuro, Inc., or book online today.
Dr. Kaushansky earned his Doctorate of Psychology at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois. He completed his predoctoral internship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Mount Sinai St. Luke’s in New York City, subsequently followed by a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in Adolescent Medicine at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Prior to founding Kaushansky Psychology, Dr. Kaushansky worked as a Staff Psychologist with Los Angeles County Mental Health, providing diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, and individual outpatient therapy to adults with complex psychological presentations, including acute and chronic medical illnesses, addiction, chronic trauma, and personality disorders.
Dr. Kaushansky is a graduate of the Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy program at the New Center for Psychoanalysis in Los Angeles. He additionally holds Diplomate status in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.
Dr. Kaushansky is a licensed Clinical Psychologist by the California State Board of Psychology (PSY-26660), and current member of The American Psychological Association.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
Maria Littleton is a Licensed Psychotherapist. She is the Clinical Director of Genesis New Beginnings. Maria has a background in psychology and counseling. She obtained her degrees at California State University of Fullerton. Maria has a long history of working with families and individuals with addressing mental health issues. She currently has a private practice, is also the clinical director of an alcohol and drug detox facility, has a retreat program, and is currently working on a podcast that focuses on dismantling the stigma of mental illness.
Some of Maria’s previous work includes: developing and implementing a Crisis Response and Emergency Psychiatric Evaluation program for the County of Santa Barbara. In the process of this project, Maria developed strong relationships with other community partners such as local law enforcement, emergency medical technicians, fire department, and local hospitals and healthcare providers in raising awareness about mental health and developing a community team approach. During her career with the County of Santa Barbara, Maria, also trained and educated local law enforcement and fire department personnel on the multiple facets of psychiatric crisis’.
The Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is a private medical practice focused on personalized Neurological and Neurosurgical care with a conservative, patient-centered approach. Our group serves multiple hospitals in the city, primarily Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Marina Del Rey Hospital, California Rehab in Century City, Tarzana Medical Center, Long beach Saint Marys, California Hospital Dignity Downtown Los Angeles, Huntington Park Hospital. We are committed to providing the most innovative services, including clinical research for Alzheimer disease, Parkinsons Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, Vertigo and Neuropathy.
We are in West LA in Beverly Hills and Hollywood, Downtown LA, South LA, East LA and Montebello, San Fernando Valley and Tarzana, Orange county in Anaheim, and Seal Beach.
With a vision of advancing the frontiers of science and medicine, the team at the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles is dedicated to continuous research and education in their field. They work closely with patients and their families to develop trusting relationships and ensure optimal care.
Please visit us to consult about our CLINICAL TRIALS to advance treatment in neurological disorders.
For comprehensive neurological care, call the Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, or request an appointment online today.
Dr. Jodi
Licensed Clinical Psychologist BA, MA, Psy.D.
Career Highlights
2005-Present: Clinical Psychologist
Pathways of California, Clinical Psychologist
Kaiser Permanente, Clinical Psychologist
Catholic Charities, Doctoral Practicum Student
When Dr. Jodi is asked what she enjoys most about being a Psychologist, she says, “Helping people make the changes they want to make in their lives.” She does a great job of relating to her clients and making them feel understood and supported.
Cuando se le preguntan a la Doctora Jodi que es lo que mas le da gozo de ser Sicologa, ella dice, "Ayudandole a personas hacer los cambios que desean en sus vidas." Ella hace un gran trabajo relacionando con sus clientes e hacerlos seguros de ser comprendidos y apoyados.
Shannon Stanford, EdD, BCBA, is a board-certified behavior analyst and the CEO and founder of ALIVE Education Management & Services in Beverly Hills and Woodland Hills, California.
Combining her skills in research and analytics with her background in education, Dr. Stanford approaches every new or returning client and their family with compassion and cultural sensitivity. She currently works with Los Angeles-area children, adolescents, adults, and families to improve personal and academic success.
Dr. Stanford grew up in Newark, New Jersey, before attending Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to earn her bachelor’s degree in education with a dual English degree. She then earned her master’s degree in multicultural education at Eastern University in Wayne, Pennsylvania, before attending Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania, for her certificate in applied behavior analysis.
After several years of expanding her knowledge and skills in the effective use of data, communication, and utilizing the arts in therapy, Dr. Stanford earned her educational doctorate in organizational change and leadership from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California.
Throughout her career, Dr. Stanford has accumulated diverse experience as a teacher, consultant, therapist, and clinical supervisor. She has managed teams and conducted research in her field and now uses her creative and resourceful side to adapt to every new case she encounters.
At ALIVE Education Management & Services, Dr. Stanford conducts in-depth behavioral analyses for children, adolescents, and families with diverse needs and goals through therapy. She creates individualized plans and coordinates care with specialists, professionals, and caretakers.
Dr. Heather Kertesz-Briest is a Clinical Pediatric Psychologist with a specialization in the assessment and treatment of youth with acute and chronic health conditions. Dr. Heather has over ten years of experience in pediatrics, working with children, adolescents, and young adults in pediatric medical settings throughout the country. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Alliant International University California School of Professional Psychology, completed her pediatric-focused residency at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, and a two-year pediatric-focused fellowship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Dr. Heather has expertise in providing consultation, psychotherapeutic intervention, and psychodiagnostic and cognitive assessment for a wide range of presenting concerns including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating and feeding difficulties, neurodevelopmental disabilities, and academic and learning difficulties, amongst others.
Every child and family are unique, and therefore Dr. Heather’s philosophy is to thoughtfully understand each young person from a holistic, bio-psycho-social perspective, integrating this information into the individualized assessment and treatment plan. She begins with a brief consultation to understand you and your child’s or teen’s concerns, and will work collaboratively with you to develop a plan to assess and address your concerns in the most appropriate, timely way.
Dr. Heather is a mother of two girls, enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, doing arts and crafts, and outdoor activities.
Dr. Payam Kharazi is a clinical psychologist at Psychology Beverly Hills, located in Beverly Hills, California. His mission is to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals living in and throughout the Greater Los Angeles area.
Dr. Kharazi earned his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University and completed his fellowship at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) Counseling and Psychological Services.
Prior to his doctoral degree, he earned a master's degree in Social Work from Yeshiva University with an emphasis in community leadership, organization, and development. He has completed clinical rotations at academic institutions such as Cedars Sinai Medical Center, USC, and UCLA.
Dr. Kharazi has extensive experience working with diverse populations and presenting concerns in a variety of treatment settings, from non-profit community mental health clinics to private hospitals and university health centers. He has received advanced clinical training in psychotherapy with a particular focus on interpersonal process, attachment, and personality functioning.
Jennifer Sato-Veloz is a licensed clinical social worker in Los Angeles, California. Jennifer aims to provide holistic and compassionate care to individuals throughout the Greater Los Angeles area and online in California.
Jennifer earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California (USC) and completed internships in community mental health. Jennifer currently serves as adjunct faculty in the MFT Department at Biola University and works with college students in University Counseling at Cal State Northridge.
Jennifer has experience working with a diverse population of individuals and creative professionals in private practice. Some of her interests include supporting others through depression, coping with grief and loss, healing from childhood trauma, navigating burnout and exploring issues related to cultural identity. Jennifer takes an integrative approach to treatment and works within a variety of modalities including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, narrative and somatic based therapies.
In addition to providing therapy, Jennifer holds a Master of Soul Care and Spiritual Formation degree from Talbot Seminary and enjoys working with individuals, groups and religious organizations on issues related to contemplative spirituality and the personal retreat experience.