Mood Disorders Dysthymia and Cyclothymia near Placerville, CA

Biography: Dr. Pegah Pajouhi has a compassionate, evidence-based approach, accounting for the unique biological, psychological, and social factors that impact each patient’s mental health. She also believes engaging in psychotherapy, building healthy coping skills, and making necessary lifestyle modifications are integral to treatment success. Dr. Pajouhi enjoys supporting, collaborating, and empowering her patients toward improved self-efficacy and optimal mental health. Outside work, Dr. Pajouhi loves spending time with her family and friends, playing with her dog, Vida, going to the gym, staying active outdoors, traveling, reading, and watching her favorite NBA teams.

Care Philosophy: It is important to focus on patient education to help people make informed decisions.

Care Philosophy: I'm passionate about helping others with their health needs and making a difference in my patients' lives. I believe in providing individualized care and in shared decision-making while treating patients with dignity and respect.

Care Philosophy: I'm rewarded by partnering with patients, helping them understand their complex systems, and using TMS in their treatment plan to support them in leading a healthy and balanced life.

Biography: Dr. Delaina Jewkes provides evidence-based and compassionate care, incorporating information about a patient’s history and individual goals to create a unique treatment plan. Dr. Jewkes provides therapeutic techniques, lifestyle interventions, and medication. She spends time with her patients to understand their stories and help them achieve optimal wellness. Dr. Jewkes is a California native and enjoys vegan baking, family hikes, and traveling.

Care Philosophy: I believe trust is accomplished through open dialogue, compassion, kindness and the willingness to listen to the patient's needs. With trust comes the ability to provide the highest level of care.

Care Philosophy: I aspire to use the gifts God has given me to the benefit of those around me. I want to be a part of a healthcare team that will allow me to help those in need.

Biography: Dr. Jon Porter provides medication management tailored to meet the needs of patients from all walks of life. Dr. Porter aims to create a therapeutic relationship by treating each patient with respect and compassion. He has experience with psychiatric emergencies in an acute inpatient hospital at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Dr. Porter also has experience working in underserved areas in hospitals, prisons, mental health clinics, and crisis walk-in centers. He teaches residents and medical students and is currently a clinical assistant professor at Western University of Health Sciences and Touro University California. Dr. Porter enjoys being outdoors with his family.

Biography: Dr. Amanjot Gill incorporates a collaborative approach to improve the quality of decisions using knowledge and values. After medical school, Dr. Gill worked in underserved areas and volunteered in flood relief programs, helping individuals without direct access to healthcare.

Care Philosophy: I enjoy providing medical care in a personal setting.

Care Philosophy: I believe in treating the whole person and empowering people to make healthy choices that will positively affect their lives. Collaboration is so important because no two people are exactly alike.