ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to create the best treatment plan for our clients by utilizing different approaches to fit our client’s individual needs. We provide telepsychiatry services to reach patients anywhere and everywhere. We have a multidisciplinary team to fit your needs which consists of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychologists, and social workers. We offer various modalities to help you, including telemental health, psychotherapy, medication management, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).
Here at Insight Choices, our mission is to help you thrive in spite of your mental health issues. We address various complex mental health conditions including binge eating, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention deficit disorder, phobias, opioid addiction, alcohol, and other substance abuse. We collaborate with you, helping you to acquire the skills you need in order to achieve overall mental well-being and to reach your goals. Everyone can live an enlightened and joyous life in spite of what they’re going through. You have the ability to gain insight into your life, know how to appropriately react to your circumstances, and live a life of your choosing.
MEET OUR PROVIDERS
Dr. Chang is a gifted and well-respected Psychiatrist in the greater Los Angeles area.
Here are a few of his accomplishments:
Education
- Baylor University, Waco, Texas
- University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, Texas
Post Doctoral Training
- Loma Linda University Medical Center
- USC/LAC Medical Center
Licensure and Certification
- Licensed Physician, Osteopathic Medical Board of California
- Buprenorphine Treatment Certification, U.S. DEA
Academic and Administrative Appointments
- Lecturer at Downey Regional Medical Center
- Lecturer at Western University of Health Sciences
- Member of LACDMH CME Committee
- Coordinator & Volunteer Faculty of USC Keck School of Medicine Psychiatry Clerkship at Downtown Mental Health Center
- Acting Medical Director at Downtown Mental Health Center
- Project Coordinator on Telepsychiatry at LACDMH
- Project Coordinator on Health Professional Shortage Area
Designation within Los Angeles County for LACDMH
Offices and Committee Appointments
- Early Career Psychiatrist Representative at Southern California Psychiatrist Society
- Class Representative for psychiatry residents at L.A. County + U.S.C. Medical Center
- Resident Representative to the Joint Council of Interns & Residents at L.A. County + U.S.C. Medical Center
- Editor-in-Chief of 1994 Speculum (Yearbook of University of North Texas Health Science Center)
- Vice President of Society for the Advancement of Osteopathic Medicine
Presentations
- Presenter at DMH/SCPS CME Conference on “Diabetes Mellitus as a Complication of Treatment”
- Presenter at DMH/SCPS CME Conference on “How Many Cooks? Multidisciplinary Mental Health Treatment”
- Presenter at Avalon Hospital on “Treatment of Behavioral Emergencies in Hospital Settings”
- Presenter at APA Convention on “Evidence-guided Dual Diagnosis Treatment”
- Presenter at LAMP Retreat on “Psychotropic Medications forLAMP Staff”
- Presenter at LACDMH on “Psychotropic Medications for Clinicians”
Work Experiences
- Private Practice, West Hollywood, CA
- Asian Pacific Family Center, Rosemead, CA
- Prototypes, Pasadena, CA
- Private Practice, San Diego, CA
- San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital, San Diego, CA
- Doctors Behavioral Health Center, Modesto, CA
- County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health, Granada Hills & Canoga Park, CA
- Ventura County Medical Center, Ventura, CA
- California Clinical Trials, San Diego, CA
- Special Services for Groups, Los Angeles, CA
- Tobin World, Glendale, CA
- Downtown Mental Health Center, Los Angeles, CA
- SRO Housing, Los angeles, CA
- Lamp Community, Los Angeles, CA
- Emergency Outreach Bureau, Department of Mental Health, Los Angeles, CA
- HealthCare Partners Medical Group, Pasadena, CA
- MacLaren Children Center, El Monte, CA
- Pacific Clinics, Pasadena, CA
- Private Practice, Pasadena, CA
- Psychiatric Emergency Department, L.A. County + U.S.C. Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Nikravesh is a compassionate board-certified Psychiatrist who is ready to help you improve your health and wellbeing. She is a Los Angeles native who graduated from UCLA with a Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology, followed by a Doctorate in Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences. After completing 4 years of medical school, Dr. Nikravesh relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada where she completed a 4-year residency training program in general adult psychiatry. During her training, she has been exposed to a wide variety of pathology in numerous different settings which has helped her build a strong foundation of knowledge in psychiatry. She has accrued extensive expertise in treating the most acute and critically ill patients.
Dr. Nikravesh has a warm and personable style that is essential in establishing meaningful therapeutic alliances. She describes herself as a lifelong learner and is always trying to educate herself about innovative and alternative ways to help her patients. Her main objective is to make her patients feel comfortable and to empower them to participate in making the best decisions for themselves.
Her main areas of focus include anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and addiction
An Illinois native, Sheena has always had a deep passion with the exquisite complexities of the human brain. She became interested in the medical aspects of psychiatry and thus completed her undergraduate studies as a nursing major and psychology minor at Elmhurst College in the city of Chicago. She later completed her graduate studies obtaining a Master’s of Science degree with honors as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Loyola University in Chicago, IL. Sheena is an active member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Sheena has always been dedicated to providing quality and compassionate patient care. Sheena joined Insight Choices in 2014 and is known for her holistic approach to treatment. Her mission is to aim her treatment towards allowing a greater quality of life and improvement in functioning.
Sheena has always been fascinated with discovering vibrant cultures and countries, as well as has a great appreciation for nature. During her spare time, she enjoys traveling and sightseeing. She enjoys spending time with her daughter, husband, and golden retriever.
Sheena specializes in the treatment and management of a wide variety of behavioral health issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, insomnia, OCD, eating disorders, addiction disorders, and social phobia amongst many other conditions.
Thang Nguyen is the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), currently practices as a Board Certified Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
With more than 15 years of practice in the psychiatric mental health field, Thang has worked in different settings, from acute hospital inpatient to fast-paced psychiatric emergency room, from outpatient clinic to quality assurance for the mental health service. Thang has served multiple clients with diverse acute and chronic mental health disturbances. To Thang, these mental health conditions could be caused and aggravated by different biological and psychosocial factors. Thang actively listens to clients and collaboratively works with them to establish effective treatment plans for each individual. They include but are not limited to medication management and other forms of psychotherapy to control clients’ psychiatric symptoms and eventually keep them recover from these disturbing symptoms. Since recovery is an ultimate goal, Thang has a strong desire to serve clients to not only enhance their quality of life but also sustain their academic and occupational achievements.
Graduated from Brandman University/Chapman University System, Thang has achieved his Doctorate Degree of Nursing Practice with solid knowledge and experience to apply and utilize evidence-based practice in patient care and treatment. Furthermore, as an Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Thang had opportunities to be trained in different clinical settings, from general family practice service to psychiatric care in outpatient clinics. Impressed with the effective integration of psychiatric and medical care, Thang always incorporates this model into his practice. Thang has experience in identifying psychiatric conditions that may be caused or aggravated by common medical problems to ensure prompt consultation and referral for his clients to the primary care.
For the last but not least, Thang also values health promotion and incorporates it into his treatment plan. Thang encourages clients to maintain regular exercise, take adequate rest, eat healthy foods, and reduce daily stress. Thang believes these activities will contribute an important part in promoting mental health.
Brendan is a nationally certified physician assistant with specialty certification in psychiatry. He has worked in psychiatry for 10 years, with experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He has an empathetic and compassionate approach to his practice, and strives to develop a strong therapeutic relationship with his patients in order to understand the biological, psychological, and psycho-social factors which may contribute to their illness. He encourages healthy lifestyles including exercise, proper nutrition, and sleep hygiene to promote overall well-being in addition to therapy and medication when necessary.
Brendan’s non-traditional background informs his practice and enables him to connect with his patients. He spent his early career working as an officer in the United States Air Force before transitioning to healthcare. Brendan pursued a career in psychiatry after witnessing how patients’ mental health impacts their broader health and functioning. After his training, he worked with several community mental health clinics in rural Pennsylvania, where he treated patients with a wide range of severe psychiatric illnesses in economically-depressed areas of the state. He later worked with some of the top psychiatrists in the country at the University of Michigan Hospital in the adult inpatient unit. Since transitioning to Los Angeles, Brendan has worked treating adults in the outpatient setting.
He treats patients who suffer from depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, OCD, and ADHD.
Emily Caveza is a board-certified Physician Assistant specializing in psychiatry.
She obtained her master’s in Physician Assistant Studies with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She has worked in several settings with patients of all ages. She currently specializes in treating adults with a wide variety of conditions including: depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, fatigue, and insomnia. She enjoys helping patients to achieve a better mind-body connection while using a more holistic approach to healing.
Trish Tran is a board-certified physician assistant who specializes in the field of psychiatry. She joined Insight Choices in 2021. Trish has a bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences and minor in psychology and anthropology. She completed her master’s degree in physician associate at Southern California University of Health Sciences.
In her spare time, Trish enjoys traveling, hiking, yoga, pilates, and spending time with her puppies. She strives to provide quality, patient-centered mental healthcare, where her patients are the most important member of the healthcare team.
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Insomnia
- Depression
- Trauma and Post-Traumatic stress Disorder (PTSD)
- MDD
- Eating Disorders
- Addiction
- LGBTQIA Issues
- OCD
- Substance Use Disorder
- Schizophrenia
Carmela is a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over a decade of psychiatric nursing experience treating the full scope of mental health disorders across a diverse patient demographic.
A Los Angeles native by way of Hawaii and the Philippines, Carmela has a special interest in providing equitable, mental health care that is culturally centered and ethnically sensitive. You can expect a collaborative, judgment free space that allows you to be an active partner in your healing.
Carmela is also a lecturer at UCLA school of nursing and is involved in various mental health community education and outreach programs in the greater Los Angeles area.
- Affective Mood Disorders
- Anxiety and Panic Disorders
- Attention Deficit Disorders
- Bipolar Disorders/Manic Depressive Illness
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Depression
- Medication Management
- Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders
Kristen was born and raised in Los Angeles. She has graduated from the Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health, Western Governors University and California State University Long Beach. She became a member of Sigma Theta Tau, an international honor’s society for nurses, after being invited to the organization following her undergraduate degree.
As a Registered Nurse, she has worked in LAC+USC hospital, the largest general hospital in Los Angeles. There she served in ICU, telemetry and psychiatric units caring for the most underserved populations such as the homeless, non-English speaking immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, and clients from the jail and prison system. She has also worked in hospice caring for clients in their final stage of life.
Currently her psychiatric practice treats all ages, from children to the older population. She has experience treating clients with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, depression and anxiety disorders, phobias, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders, eating disorders and clients on the Autistic Spectrum.
- Abuse, Assault and Trauma (PTSD)
- Affective Mood Disorders
- Anxiety and Panic Disorders
- Attention Deficit Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Bipolar Disorders/Manic Depressive Illness
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- End of Life Issues
- Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Issues
- Grief/Bereavement
- Medication Management
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Psychological Testing
- Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders
- Somatoform Disorders
- Suboxone Treatment
Virginia Bradley has worked seventeen years in the Western Carolina as a registered nurse, and is currently working as a nurse practitioner, with the board certification in psychiatric and mental health. With a passion for end of life and psychiatric nursing, Virginia adds compassion and expert care to her community. Her ten years of humanitarian relief work in South East Asia assists with her comfort and ease of communicating with various ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Virginia is an active volunteer in community development and in various avenues of social development.
- Affective Mood Disorders
- Anxiety and Panic Disorders
- Attention Deficit Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Bipolar Disorders/Manic Depressive Illness
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- End of Life Issues
- Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Issues
- Grief/Bereavement
- Medication Management
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Psychological Testing
- Schizophrenia and other Psychotic Disorders
- Somatoform Disorders
- Suboxone Treatment
MEET OUR THERAPISTS
Jennifer Adderly is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Addictions Registered Nurse. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. Jennifer’s counseling approach is client centered and she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Narrative Therapy interventions. She hopes to help improve self awareness, accountability and one’s ability to deal with life as it comes.
She has 25 years of experience helping others with mental and physical health issues, from addiction, relationships & communication, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, employment issues, sexuality and gender concerns, along with other more serious mental health diagnoses.
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Gender and Sexuality
- Gender Transition
- Grief
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- PTSD and/or Trauma
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
In his two decades of experience, Richard Berg has come to understand that adhering to the process of therapy signifies a courageous first step. When individuals find themselves in pain, locating the hope in motivation to stay on course can be a formidable challenge. Richard believes in the transformative potential of therapy and asserts that he can assist clients in reaping its benefits. The key lies in committing to the therapeutic process, and Richard is confident that by helping clients gain insight, they will be empowered to find their way out of difficult situations.
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- PTSD and/or Trauma
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Dr. Nick Ryan graduated with his master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy with specialization in Clinical Art Therapy from Loyola Marymount University in 1997 and earned his doctorate from the Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis in 2012. He has been practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years working with survivors of trauma related to child abuse, sexual abuse, and severe neglect.
Additionally, Dr. Ryan has specialized training and experience providing affirming psychotherapy to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals and couples. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, board-certified art therapist, and contemporary psychoanalyst.
Dr. Ryan works from a neuro-relational psychoanalytic framework and is heavily influenced by Attachment Theory and neurobiology. Treatment is informed by these theories using a sensory motor psychotherapy approach which includes breathwork, mindfulness, body awareness, psychoeducation, and learning self-regulation skills in a therapeutic setting that is safe, supportive, and compassionate. This approach has been successful in treating anxiety and mood disorders, substance abuse, and trauma. Together, we will work in a collaborative partnership during your healing journey.
Dr. Ryan has worked at a non-profit multi-service agency serving children, youth and families involved in the child welfare system and juvenile justice for over two decades as a clinician, supervisor, administrator, trainer, and consultant. He is the Board President at the Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis and Advisor to the Board at the Association of Children’s Residential and Communities. Dr. Ryan enjoys walking his dogs, spending time with family, traveling, painting, and attending professional conferences and seminars.
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Family Conflict/Couples Therapy
- Gender and Sexuality
- Grief
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Non-Binary Identities
- PTSD and/or Trauma
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma related to childhood abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, severe neglect)
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Help |
323-375-0950 |
323-315-5240 |
help@insightchoices.com
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Billing |
323-375-0950 ext. 4 |
323-952-2307 |
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Medical Records |
323-375-0950 ext. 107 |
323-952-2307 |
medicalrecords@insightchoices.com
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