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Omotayo Sofela, PMHNP, is a board-certified mental health nurse practitioner at Abisom Behavioral Health LLC, a mental health practice located in Conroe, Texas. Her training and nursing experience have expanded nearly two decades of working in various nursing settings.

Omotayo received her Bachelor of Science degree from York University in Toronto, Canada, and her Master of Science in Nursing degree from Walden University.

She was licensed and began her nursing career in the med/surg unit of William Osler Health Center, Brampton, Ontario. She later relocated to the United States to work in the med/surg unit at Willis Knighting Hospital, Shreveport, Louisiana. She continued as an RN at a mental health hospital in Conroe, where she worked as a psychiatric nurse.

Omotayo’s goal is to decrease the stigma on mental illness, decrease barriers to accessing mental health care, decrease the mental health crisis in our communities, and help individuals get back to the quality of life they deserve.

Omotayo possesses excellent listening skills and a caring, compassionate demeanor that her patients love. She provides a non-judgmental, positive environment, giving patients the most dignity, empathy, and respect.

She is ANCC Board Certified in Psychiatric Mental Health and a member of the American Nurses Association. 

Board-certified neurologist Shaun S. Varghese, M.D., specializes in child neurology, providing exceptional services for children, teens, and young adults at THINK Neurology for Kids, which he founded in 2014. The practice has branches in The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and Austin, Texas.

A native of Dallas, Dr. Varghese grew up with an interest in science and sports. He studied at Austin College in Sherman, Texas, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in business administration in 2004 while completing his pre-med courses. He was awarded the Bryant Boutwell, Dr. P.H., and John P. McGovern, M.D., Scholarship in 2004, and received nominations for the 2006 Research Forum and C. Frank Webber Prize, and the 2008 Neuroscience Research Center Distinguished Medical Student Award. Dr. Varghese obtained his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 2009.

Following graduation, Dr. Varghese completed a two-year residency in pediatrics and a combined three years of residency in adult and child neurology at the University of Texas Medical School, which is the largest medical center in the world. He served as chief resident in the Department of Child Neurology from 2013-2014, before starting his private practice, THINK Neurology for Kids.

Dr. Varghese also provides services at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in The Woodlands, where he delivers consultant services for the neonatal intensive care unit (ICU) and pediatrics unit. He has a particular interest in sports neurology, concussion, migraines, neonatal neurology, and epilepsy.

Dr. Varghese spends most of his leisure time with his wife and their two sons, and their extended family. He also enjoys traveling and attending sporting events when he has time in his busy schedule.

Sundeep Mandava, MD, is a board-certified child neurologist with additional fellowship training in epilepsy. He diagnoses and treats patients at THINK Neurology for Kids, which has branches in The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land, and Austin, Texas.

Dr. Mandava was born in Dallas and grew up in the greater Houston area. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in bioengineering from Rice University in 2012. After graduating, he completed medical school training at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. 

Dr. Mandava completed his five-year child neurology residency at Saint Louis University in 2021, followed by a one-year epilepsy fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in 2022. During this time, he participated in research in genetic testing in epilepsy.

Outside of work, Dr. Mandava and his wife enjoy traveling, exploring the outdoors, and attempting to discover all the great food that Houston has to offer. 

Dr. Mandava looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to THINK Neurology for Kids.

Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I am able to deliver high quality care that is individualized and supported by evidence-based practice. I have a background in mental health and family practice, along with experience working in a variety of setting such as Internal Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Family health, Education, and Psychiatric Mental Health. My goal is to impact the lives of every client and their families to improve mental health, wellbeing, and outcomes.

Asma Virani, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She graduated from the Physician Assistant Program at Gannon University in Sun City Center, Florida in August 2023. She has been trained to diagnose, treat, and manage psychiatric disorders while providing quality care.

Asma completed her undergraduate studies at Texas A&M University and received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She has always been passionate about understanding the human mind and how it affects behavior, mood, and cognition.

With the goal to encourage patients to become advocates of their own mental health, Asma aims to create a comfortable and safe space reflecting trust, compassion, and respect.

Outside of work, Asma is enthusiastic about spending time with her family and friends, traveling to new cities, and exploring different cuisines.

Cynthia Banwell is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She graduated from the Physician Assistant program at University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, TX in February of 2023. Prior to completing her master’s degree in physician assistant studies, Cynthia graduated from University of Houston with an undergraduate degree in Health Promotion. Cynthia is excited to be back in Houston and working in psychiatry. She strives to provide compassionate patient centered care for each patient as she knows how important one’s mental health is to their overall well being. In her free time, Cynthia enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring new restaurants, and spending time with friends, family, and her dog named Dunkin.

Ajinder Dhatt, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist at CyFair Psychiatry in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dhatt has been providing behavioral health care to children, adolescents, and adults in the Houston area for over ten years. In addition to providing outpatient care, he now serves as Medical Director of Cypress Creek Hospital. He completed his General Adult Psychiatry training at UTMB, Galveston, and is Fellowship trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He is also a former Assistant Clinical Professor at UT Medical School.

Dr. Dhatt has been in private practice in Houston since 2008. His professionalism, excellent communication, diagnostic skills, and passion for the field of psychiatry are evident in his caring and dynamic treatment techniques. He is Board Certified in Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology) by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

In addition to providing inpatient care at Cypress Creek Hospital and outpatient care at his office, he also specializes in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for treatment-resistant depression.

Salih Selek, MD is a psychatrist serving patients at CyFair Psychiatry, at their location in Houston, Texas. Dr. Selek has been in academic psychiatry for over ten years. He has published over 100 articles, book chapters, and scientific presentations. He is the editor of the book “Different Views of Anxiety Disorders” that has been downloaded about 100.000 times. He has trained many students, residents and specialists. Dr. Selek has also brought novel treatments to Houston for mood disorders. His extensive educational experience in mental health broadens his approach to diagnosis and treatment of complex issues. He still serves on editorial boards of scholarly journals.

Dr. Selek specializes in treating patients who struggle with depression, bipolar disorders, anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, social anxiety and other common psychiatric disorders. He uses therapy, medications and other interventions in an evidence based and individualized way. Dr. Selek believes in patient centered collaborative care.

He welcomes new patients to his practice and look forward to meeting and working with you soon.

 

Tawa Raji is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 17 years of clinical experience. She has extensive experience with child and adult psychiatry. She uses an integrative and client-centered approach to help the client build strength and clarity of mind to find their purpose. My approach is client-centered; I like to listen to my clients and encourage them to participate in their care. I believe in building a good rapport with my clients and providing a safe space for them to feel comfortable expressing their emotional needs. I like to provide supportive and compassionate care to promote mental wellness and empowerment. Based on my experience as a single mother. I believe in meeting people where they are, working closely with them to achieve their goals emotionally, and helping them build better and healthier relationships with family and friends. Most importantly, I teach them to love and see the value in themselves.

Asma Virani, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. She graduated from the Physician Assistant Program at Gannon University in Sun City Center, Florida in August 2023. She has been trained to diagnose, treat, and manage psychiatric disorders while providing quality care.

Asma completed her undergraduate studies at Texas A&M University and received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She has always been passionate about understanding the human mind and how it affects behavior, mood, and cognition.

With the goal to encourage patients to become advocates of their own mental health, Asma aims to create a comfortable and safe space reflecting trust, compassion, and respect.

Outside of work, Asma is enthusiastic about spending time with her family and friends, traveling to new cities, and exploring different cuisines.

Ajinder Dhatt, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist at CyFair Psychiatry in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dhatt has been providing behavioral health care to children, adolescents, and adults in the Houston area for over ten years. In addition to providing outpatient care, he now serves as Medical Director of Cypress Creek Hospital. He completed his General Adult Psychiatry training at UTMB, Galveston, and is Fellowship trained in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. He is also a former Assistant Clinical Professor at UT Medical School.

Dr. Dhatt has been in private practice in Houston since 2008. His professionalism, excellent communication, diagnostic skills, and passion for the field of psychiatry are evident in his caring and dynamic treatment techniques. He is Board Certified in Psychiatry (Psychiatry and Neurology) by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

In addition to providing inpatient care at Cypress Creek Hospital and outpatient care at his office, he also specializes in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) for treatment-resistant depression.

Dr. St. John has been in private practice in West Houston/Memorial since 2006. She treats adults ages 18 and up for a broad range of disorders including: ADHD, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety, major depression, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and OCD. Her areas of specific interest include ADD/ADHD and treatment resistant depression. Dr. St. John is one of few psychiatrists in Houston performing Transcranial Magnetic Therapy (TMS) for patients with treatment refractory depression. She adopted TMS into her practice in 2013 and has performed over 2,500 treatments. Dr. St. John is also one of a few psychiatrists in Texas to utilize the FDA-cleared, computer-based QbTest to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of her ADD/ADHD patients. As a patient in her practice, you can expect thorough evaluation, careful and empathic listening, and a thoughtful treatment plan individually designed with the aim of helping you achieve or regain wellness.

Aman Raza is from New York City, who graduated with a Masters degree from Bay Path University in Massachusetts. Before excelling in Psychiatry she has had immense experience in Internal medicine. She is certified by the National Commission of Certification for Physician Assistants and licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistants.
In her free time, Aman enjoys rock climbing, and hiking.