Mood Disorders Dysthymia and Cyclothymia near Inglewood, CA

Care Philosophy: Dr. Sewell utilizes a biopsychosocial approach that is patient-centered. She prescribes judiciously, with safety as paramount, according to the American Psychiatric Association's recommendations. She also includes complementary and alternative medicines as adjunctives to support holistic health and healing. Dr. Sewell is on staff at Brightside Health. Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing Psychiatry & Therapy services available to all 50 states. Recently named the "Best online psychiatry service of 2024" by Forbes, Everyday Health, & Yahoo. Brightside Health specializes in depression & anxiety, as well as Suicide Prevention, Bipolar Disorder, Panic Disorder, Personality Disorders, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), PTSD, Postpartum Depression, Acute/Adjustment Disorders, Social/General Anxiety, Affective Disorders, Insomnia, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, ADHD.

Biography: Dr. Ayoosh Kakkar was born in New Delhi and is experienced with individuals with various cultures and backgrounds. Dr. Kakkar enjoys traveling, running, hiking, swimming, and playing tennis.

Biography: Dr. Mustafa Hakami emphasizes the importance of building trusting relationships with his patients, assessing their symptoms, and exploring their lives to collaboratively develop tailored treatment plans. In pediatric cases, Dr. Hakami focuses on adolescent development, trauma, and family dynamics, incorporating mindfulness into his practice. His ultimate goal is to help patients achieve better mental health and an improved quality of life. Dr. Hakami became interested in working in mental health because he loves learning about how the brain works and how people behave. He is amazed by how complex the human mind is and believes that positive changes are possible. Dr. Hakami enjoys international travel, wildlife exploration, cooking, and being artistic.

Biography: Dr. Allie R. Shapiro is a board-certified pediatrician and board certified in adult and child & adolescent psychiatry. She graduated from Miss Porter’s School in 2004, Brandeis University in 2008, and St. George’s University of Medicine in 2012. Dr. Shapiro has a specific interest in treating children with co-morbid psychiatric and medical conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, and asthma. In her spare time, she enjoys baking, chocolate making, and hiking.