Neuro Wellness Spa

Neuro Wellness Spa is excited to announce our newest therapist Joseph Toews, AMFT! 🎉 . Joseph is now accepting patients virtually and in Manhattan Beach.   Joseph is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist . He attained his Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University and his Bachelor’s in Psychology from California State University Long Beach. He has been working in the field since 2019 and has a unique approach to treatment using Attachment Theory and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques tailored to each client’s individual needs. He prides himself on using a client centered approach to create a relaxed and safe space for his clients to feel heard, understood, and expressed. He has a genuine caring nature for people and puts an emphasis on building a strong relational foundation with his clients. Joseph has a passion for helping facilitate emotional awareness, insight, and growth with his clients. One of his favorite quotes is “we do not think ourselves into new ways of living, we live ourselves into new ways of thinking.” Outside of the office, Joseph enjoys everything active from hiking to hockey, beach volleyball, and traveling. Joseph also loves his down time with his cat and enjoys watching docuseries, movies, and a variety of podcasts. Welcome to the team Joseph! Get started today via the link below. https://lnkd.in/giviqYcE

Neuro Wellness Spa’s Dr. Frances Javier, M.D. explains the science behind antidepressants and how the benefits outweigh the potential side-effect of weight gain in a brand-new article by Woman’s World.    Read the full article via the link below. https://lnkd.in/g3bTRYPU

Neuro Wellness Spa is excited to introduce our NEWEST nurse practitioner Shemiah Sullivan, PMHNP! 🎊 Shemiah is now accepting patients virtually and in Crenshaw for medication management. As a dual-licensed nurse practitioner in both family medicine and psychiatric-mental health, Shemiah focuses on treating people, not just symptoms, with a personalized and integrative approach. This commitment is reflected in her personalized treatment plans that integrate traditional psychiatric medications and psychotherapy, with alternative therapeutic modalities and considerations, such as mindfulness, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications to best address a patient’s presenting symptoms, lifestyle, and preferences. Shemiah is a strong advocate for patient education and empowerment, believing that informed patients are better equipped to engage in their healing journey. Known for her empathetic listening and supportive demeanor, Shemiah creates a safe and nurturing environment where patients feel heard and valued. It is her sincere hope that patients leave every visit feeling well-informed and confident that their mental health is moving in the right direction. Shemiah received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley. After working in public relations, marketing communications, and entertainment for 11 years, she decided to pursue her calling in nursing and medicine. Shemiah earned a Master of Science in Nursing from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and post-masters’ certificates in Family Nurse Practitioner from Husson University and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Frontier Nursing University. She has over 10 years of experience in nursing management, palliative care/hospice, street medicine, and mental health, having worked for Kaiser Permanente, Cedars-Sinai, Ronald Reagan UCLA, and Los Angeles County’s Department of Health Services. Welcome to the team Shemiah! Welcome to the team Shemiah!

PTSD Awareness Day is a day to remember and recognize the millions of people working towards overcoming trauma. Neuro Wellness Spa’s Dr. Alexa Hall, M.D. and Araceli Lozano, PMHNP shed light on treatment considerations available for patient’s diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in a brand-new article by Psychiatric Times. Read the full article via the link below. https://lnkd.in/gt2GJfrM

Neuro Wellness Spa is thrilled to introduce our NEWEST Medical Director Dr. Jahan Khan, M.D. 🎉 Dr. Khan is now accepting patients virtually and soon will be seeing patients in our NEW Pasadena location for psychiatry! Jahanzeb Khan MD, was born in Karachi, Pakistan but grew up in the Chicagoland area. He attended Northern Illinois University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Psychology, English, and Chemistry. Subsequently, he attended Windsor University School of Medicine and upon graduation he joined the General/Adult Psychiatry Residency Program at the University of Toledo Medical Center. He then went on to attend University Hospitals, Case Western Reserve University, where he did 2 fellowships in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Community and Public Mental Health Psychiatry. He later joined as faculty at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He has served in various leadership roles such as Chief Resident, Medical Director of Psychiatric Emergency Services, Medical Director of inpatient psychiatric pediatric unit, Medical Director of consultation and liaison service, Medical Director of pediatric outpatient services, Division Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Program Director of Adult Psychiatry Residency Program. He enjoys working in the clinical setting which fostered his experiences in scholarly, academic, and administrative domains. He is passionate about teaching and working to provide the best interventions to those in need. He has diverse background working in collaborative settings on multidisciplinary teams consisting of but not limited to nurse practitioners, residents, fellows, medical students, and patient advocates. He appreciates the responsibilities of being involved in people’s care and is determined to help provide the best care possible as a Neuro Wellness Spa provider. Welcome to the team Dr. Khan!

We are excited to announce that beginning June 3rd, we will be offering an in-person and virtual psychotherapy program! To learn more about our new therapy program or to join the waitlist, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gzCGKunv

🎊 We are thrilled to welcome our new therapy team! 🎊 - Sophia Galano, LCSW - Christine Johnson, AMFT - Ken Mekaru, ACSW - Jonathan Artigue, LMFT - Mava Fakoori, AMFT - Michael Saks, LMFT Now accepting new patients virtually and in-person at our Encino and Manhattan Beach locations! Get started today by clicking the link below! https://lnkd.in/giviqYcE

We are excited to welcome Molly Hanna, PMHNP! 🎉 Our newest nurse practitioner, now accepting new patients virtually and in Marina del Rey for medication management! Molly Hanna is a skilled Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of diverse nursing experience, from critical care to geropsychiatry. She utilizes evidence-based practice and collaborative care to treat a variety of psychiatric conditions. She is passionate about challenging systemic factors that contribute to mental health disparities through her involvement with various grassroots organizations such as NAMI. She prioritizes building kind and compassionate connections with patients, ensuring they feel safe and validated over the course of their care. Molly holds a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Rochester, where she graduated magna cum laude. She completed a nurse residency program at Georgetown University Hospital, training in the Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. She earned her master’s degree from the University of Rochester, where she was selected as an HRSA grant recipient to participate in the development of a trauma-informed care curriculum on campus. She is passionate about trauma informed policies and programs and incorporates resilience-building approaches into practice, to address adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and improve clinical outcomes. Molly is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honor Society of Nursing. In her free time, she enjoys simple pleasures such as a good cup of coffee, walks, and cozy snuggles with her pups. Welcome to the team Molly!

We are excited to announce the launch of our NEW therapy program! 🎉 To learn more and get started, visit our website by clicking the link below. https://lnkd.in/gzCGKunv

We are excited to announce that beginning June 3rd, we will be offering an in-person and virtual psychotherapy program! To learn more about our new therapy program or to join the waitlist, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gzCGKunv