I ended up here and I am glad I did! After a few short months of seeing Dr. Naim, I was fine. More…read morethan fine actually. And it's now been a year! I dealt with anxiety for years off and on. I went on and off medication. I spent years seeing therapists. So many ups and downs. One day the anxiety escalated tremendously to the point where I couldn't sleep. I was seriously spiraling out of control and couldn't even work. My usual psychiatrist couldn't see me for 3 months. I know had I gotten into see him, it would just be a 20 minute appointment and more medication. My primary care doctor put me on Xanax and Ambien as a temporary fix. It was like putting a Band-Aid on a gunshot wound. A trusted friend recommended Hope Psychiatry and said there was no one better. When I called and explained my situation, I was seen within 24 hours. The intake paperwork is extremely thorough, more thorough than anything I've ever seen. They do not take insurance and I've come to discover that the people that are really good typically do not take insurance. At our first meeting, I started rambling and would have gone on for hours. Dr. Naim stopped me after 20 minutes and said he knew exactly what the issue was and how to resolve it. He said when he was done with me my issues would be gone. He slowly transitioned me off of the Xanax and Ambien. He is not anti-medication. I used an herbal tea to sleep and he prescribed something else that was non-habit forming for use as needed. He said the goal was for me not to need medication anymore but if I did need it, he would prescribe it. Fast forward a month, it was challenging to go through everything with him. At one point things were pretty bad and he said it was the last gasp of my issues getting out. Turned out, he was right. I started improving every week. About 3 months after first seeing him, I was done. It's now been one year. I've had no relapses. I have no anxiety. I'm having to deal with more challenging situations in life but it doesn't affect me anymore. I have a great perspective and I'm all better. I know I'm able to tackle just about anything. I've also been off the medication for a year now. So instead of just masking my problems, he actually addressed my issues. What a concept. Dr. Naim and his staff are incredibly kind. I just wish I hadn't spent years and years wasting my time trying to get help elsewhere. He was able to resolve my issues so quickly and completely. Highly recommended!

Really caring and thoughtful practice. Does not push medication. The alternative therapies…read moresuggested have helped exponentially.

Dr Mostafavi is very well educated and I recommend him for any mental illness needs! He really…read morehelped me out!

It's been 10 years now, and I'm doing great. Although I currently changed Doctors because of…read moreinsurance reasons, he put me on the right path... In the beginning I had some med changes to find the correct ones. I've been on them for 10 years now and am doing great.

I've collaborated with Dr. K for years now. He is extensively trained with an MD. Therefore he is…read morea licensed physician and not just a therapist/psychologist. He is the real deal. I thoroughly checked his credentials which is what counts most in my opinion: schooled at Stanford, Penn and UCLA. Seeing his great reviews just solidifies why he is such an asset. Done.

Dr. Kiriakos is terrific and exceptional at what he does. He is knowledgeable, friendly, and…read moreextremely helpful. His approach is thoughtful and tailored. I had a very positive experience and I would absolutely recommend Dr. Kiriakos to others.

Although she isn't my health practitioner personally, I have seen what she has done for someone…read morethat I love dearly. All in all, I have to say that Dr Vause is an exceptional psychiatrist! She is compassionate, patient and understanding...a truly wonderuful person to choose to help you on your health journey to wellness. With the extensive knowledge and experience she has in her field, she is able to provide a protocol to help those in need. She is highly empathetic and very concerned about the well being of her patients. I highly recommend her services to anyone that is need.

I've seen my share of therapists, and know when a psychiatrist is "the real deal." Dr. Vause truly…read moreis: she is patient, attentive, kind, and deeply knowledgeable. For someone with such experience and expertise, she's extremely down-to-earth and approachable. I came to Dr. Vause at a time of change in my life (at work, with family, and in my relationships), and my stress was surging. My depression and anxiety levels were becoming hard to manage, and I was turning to drugs and alcohol to cope. Dr. Vause helped me get through it. In addition to counseling, she guided me through some challenging but needed adjustments to my medication regimen. Every med suggestion was explained clearly, Dr. Vause answered all of my questions, and I knew what to expect in terms of effects and side-effects. I never felt as if pills were just being pushed my way; she really wanted me to participate in my own treatment and understand her reasoning. In addition to the excellent medication recommendations and adjustments, she is a wonderful therapist. Since seeing her, I have felt much better, and have experienced real improvements in my life. Her combination of innate sensitivity, compassion, and deep medical expertise is quite rare. I feel completely comfortable and secure in this relationship, and am fortunate to have found this exceptional doctor. I know I am cared for as a whole person, not just a bundle of problems, and there's nothing I hesitate to talk to Dr. Vause about. Having her in my life is itself therapeutic and a source of strength for me. Thank you Dr. Vause!

I am a former patient of Dr. K. I moved to Dallas and had to stop seeing him. I have gone through…read morehell for many years and did not know why when it was actually Dr. K who did. He had asked my husband if I was taking my klonopin because it seemed as though I had hit tolerance. We really didn't understand it and brushed it aside and for some reason my hubby and I disregarded it. Probably because we were overwhelmed with moving. However after several years later, it was Dr. K with the right diagnosis. Many a doctor did not get this right and kept pointing me in other directions. I was in tolerance withdrawal of benzos and on a terrible downward spiral. Had we really taken what he had said and investigated it further I could have save myself years of hell. Coming off these meds is hell, no matter who the doctor is. It is not negligence, if you are tapered correctly. It is the holy hell to pay when discontinuing these meds. Look up Benzobuddies.org if you want to see hell. I am so sorry anyone has to go through this hell and then try to piece themselves back together. For a lot the antidepressant will never work again. However, don't take it out on this doctor trying to use what meds he can to help. I have always found him to be a kind soul. To the person who gave him 1 star, I am so sorry for the pain you are in and have gone through. My name is Kathy

FYI - Has a verified history of causing permanent nervous system damage when supervising patients…read moreoff a medication and does not give informed consent when prescribing. Please do your research if you ever choose to trust this horrible psychiatrist.

My family was in a state of crisis. I had no idea how to address this…read more We were refered to Dadoyan Behavioral Medical Group by our family physician. Talin Dadoyan managed to repair my daughter's mental health. Talin Dadoyan helped us immensely. What she has done for our family, I could never repay. I Don't have the vocabulary to express my gratitude nor the praise warranted.

Dr. Dadoyan was quite possibly the worst medical practitioner I've ever had to work with. When I…read moreinitially met with her, she was extremely cold, judgmental, and not at all trauma-informed. She made an already stressful time even worse with her abhorrent bedside manner. I was made to believe that I deserved to live a life inclusive of: weight gain, weight loss, hair loss, trouble falling asleep, trouble staying awake, a hand tremor, loss of appetite, and a literal allergic reaction because of my diagnosis. I was a patient of Dadoyan for nearly 3 years and came to dread my monthly appointment with her because of her cold demeanor, her lack of empathy, and the various inevitable changes she seemed frustrated to make when tweaking my regimen. I tried many different medications under her care and she totally lacked compassion when I discussed concerns about various side effects. She even accused me of lying and cherry picking symptoms from WebMD when in reality, she was just grossly incompetent. On the plus side, dealing with Dr. Dadoyan inspired my JD thesis on SB 43, California's newest mental health law legislation. I argued that instead of expanding the definition of "grave disability" to be overly broad, CA should put more funding into community mental health resources that don't re-traumatize patients. So thanks for that I guess. Also, front desk is a nightmare to work with. And the Dr is always running late. Would not recommend Dadoyan Behavioral Medical Group unless you want to be treated like trash.

I fully disagree with the review of Dr. Bielinski. I went through a rough patch in 2010 and he was…read morenothing but helpful... He assisted me in medication management, provided psychotherapy and helped to get government resources. Yes, he is in the older category and he does charge a lot and does not accept insurance.... Compared to $695 which was another shrink I'm more than willing to pay the $125/session to get the help I need... Plus my insurance reimburses me even for out of network expenses... I am going through a rough patch again and I called him.... He remembered me and without seeing me renewed my medication and made an appointment with him.... He is a good guy and means well.... I'm beyond grateful he took me on as his patient again. I'm very sorry the other reviewer had a negative experience with him... I have nothing but GOOD things to say about him...

Went out of his way to make sure that insurance covered my visits. Helped me navigate the billing…read moreand reimbursement process. (he used an outside service for billing but always knew exactly what was going on with the process anyway.) I saw him for two years. He helped me gain the confidence I needed to leave an abusive marriage. I am so thankful for his patient and consistent guidance. Can't say enough good things.

Office experience is great , top quality care, always took the time to talk and listened to me. Ive…read morebeen seeing dr grosz since 2012. He is kind and caring he looks just like his picture and what u see is what u get, that calm aura is helpful. Took the time to get to know me.

Dr. Grosz has been my physician for several years. He is extremely bright, genuine, and well…read morespoken. Not only is he a pleasure, but his office manger is the same. She is friendly, helpful, and extremely accommodating. This is what I expect, and the primary reason for my perpetual return for the unsurpassed service and care to his patients. I have referred, and will continue to refer, family and friends who are in need of a physician with Dr. Grosz's specialties.

Dr Mizani is a miracle. When my therapist insisted I change…read morepsychiatrists from my last one to Mizani, I was reluctant because I thought "all psychiatrists kinda suck, I might as well deal with the one I have because it doesn't get much better." I have dealt with quite a few psychiatrists in my time, including at treatment centers; and all but her have supported this idea I had that psychiatrists have no emotional intelligence, but just a purely clinical view of the human brain and don't view patients as people to listen to but subjects to examine and push drugs on, always thinking they know better and saying insensitive things to invalidate my real struggles. But not her. She LISTENS. God, I have never met a psychiatrist who listens and really LISTENS like her. She cares what you have to say and takes everything you say seriously and into account before all of her carefully thought out decisions. She makes me feel seen, respected, taken seriously, cared for, and listened to. That's a rare find. And she really knows what she's talking about; her knowledge of psych and medication is very impressive beyond expectations. As soon as I started seeing her, she was able to immediately help what was wrong with my meds and change things around to the right mix. She always lays out multiple options (some containing adding meds, but always presenting alternatives and respecting any apprehension to meds), and takes the time to listen and weigh things out to whatever you feel is best for yourself. She helped refer me to mental health treatment in August when my depression was at its worst, and though the treatment was incredible, the psychiatrist there just couldn't compare. It reminded me of how lucky I am to have Dr Mizani, the best of the best. I have depression, anxiety, and a past of an eating disorder and she has been nothing but helpful and wise. These problems are big in my life but she has kept them under control like no other, and when they get less manageable, she finds the right solutions (like when she strongly encouraged me to go to treatment and provided those resources). Finding mental health professionals who know how to handle eating disorders and don't say totally triggering and incorrect things about them is surprisingly difficult, but she is one of the few who knows what she's doing and doesn't say triggering things. If you're struggling with your mental health and like me have fear around psychiatrists and their lack of emotional intelligence, please give Dr Mizani a try. She's different. She's gold.

I was referred Dr. Mizani when I was pregnant, dealing with anxiety and let's face it, I exhausted…read moretalking to my girlfriends about my issues and marriage. I would say I am a type A personality and I like things under my control. Pregnancy, however, turned my emotions on its head. Thanks to a surge of hormones, everything made me highly irritable and aggravated. I knew, or hoped, that it was just the pregnancy. I decided to seek help because I wanted my pregnancy to go smoothly. Dr. Mizani was the perfect person to hear me out. She heard me out and used her expertise to see patterns in my actions and offered me ways to approach concerns I had differently. She got mad with me, when I was mad, and she validated me just enough that it opened the gates to tell her more of what I was dealing with. She was able to discuss sensitive issues about my marriage that didn't make me feel embarrassed. She is highly professional and very experienced with working with personal matters and intimate matters of the heart and soul. I am so glad I was able to have her be my doctor . She is so well read, researched and up to date in her therapeutic approach. I have since referred two other friends to her who are also equally satisfied and comfortable with Dr. Mizani.

Dr. Shaniqa Daniel was so helpful with my questions and concerns. She genuinely cares about my…read morewell-being, and I feel like that kind of service is getting harder and harder to find these days. I recommend Brain Health to anyone looking for answers to some of the more challenging questions life throws at us. And by the way, if you're lucky enough to have Paul as your scheduler/office staff personnel, you've hit the jackpot. Paul's outstanding guest service makes for seamless, professional, and timely visits. I look forward to working with him again soon. Thanks to Dr. Danny and Paul for your help and support.

I have been a patient at Brain Institute for over two and a half years, and the recent experience I…read morehad was extremely disappointing. I received a text from an unknown number with no name or identification, and the communication was unprofessional and confusing. I was told my insurance had changed and was encouraged to pay out of pocket until I "fixed" it, even though I originally kept my insurance specifically for this office. I was also told I would be seeing a psychologist, but in reality they only provided a nurse practitioner. Misrepresenting credentials is unacceptable. The person who contacted me even suggested I go to the ER, which was inappropriate and unnecessary. I am not a drug seeker -- I simply needed my original, prescribed medication. The only positive experience I've had at this office has been with Dr. Patrick Gonzales, who is professional and trustworthy. Unfortunately, the rest of the staff has not shown the same level of care or honesty.