Dr. Imran S. Khawaja is a board-certified psychiatrist and a sleep medicine specialist, who is considered a national leader in the area of sleep and mental health. He has published more than 100 articles, including peer-reviewed articles, review articles, case reports, editorials, and book chapters. Dr. Khawaja has trained numerous medical students, psychiatry residents, and sleep medicine fellows. He has more than 15 years of experience working in academic /medical universities.

Dr. Khawaja is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Oklahoma. He has been on faculty at the University of North Dakota, University of Minnesota, Baylor College of Medicine, and UTSW and continues to teach at several of these universities. Dr. Khawaja has been a course director of a full day course on sleep medicine for psychiatrists at the American Psychiatric Association (APA) for five years and has given many talks to audiences from all backgrounds. He has been interviewed by Minnesota NPR and several other news channels on the impact of sleep problems on our lives.

Dr. Khawaja has received numerous awards, including a Bush Medical Fellowship award in 2008. He completed his residency from Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College, NY, and his fellowship in sleep medicine from the world-famous Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.His areas of expertise include, but not limited to, the following: Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Psychotic disorders.

Also, he is an expert in sleep disorders including the following: Insomnia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), Narcolepsy, Hypersomnia disorders, RLS, Circadian rhythm disorders (Shift work disorder, Jet Lag, Delayed Sleep Phase Syndrome), Central Sleep apnea and Parasomnias (REM Behavior Disorder, Sleepwalking, Night Terrors, etc.) Dr. Khawaja brings excellence in evidence-based treatment for the management of psychiatric disorders and sleep disorders and is well-experienced in the management of complex pharmacological protocols. Dr. Khawaja brings the experience of a teacher, the expertise of a top-rated clinician and researcher, and the rigor of academic medicine to his private practice in Grapevine, TX at MD TruCare.Dr. Khawaja resides in Southlake, TX, along with his family. He enjoys running, reading, and writing in his spare time.

He has been a regular guest editor for Psychiatric Annals, which is one of the most-read CME journals among psychiatrists in the US. He has given more than 100 talks, grand rounds, and keynote talks all across the US and abroad. He has published several books, two in academics for psychiatrists, entitled, “Co-Morbid Sleep and Psychiatric Disorders” and “Sleep Disorders in Selected Psychiatric Settings” both published by the Springer publisher. He has also written three other books for the general audience, “The Power of Your Dream Self-Image: How to Master Your Subconscious Mind and Live the Life of Your Dreams Now” which was an Amazon International Bestseller, “The Cycle of Fulfillment: 5 Simple Goals to Achieve Real Success ( An Amazon International Best Seller) and “Mental/Emotional Fulfillment: A Guide to Spirituality”, an Amazon Bestseller.

Dr. Ebrahim is board certified in Endocrinology and Internal Medicine. She graduated from King Edward Medical College, Pakistan, where she received a gold medal and distinction in Anatomy. Dr. Ebrahim completed her residency training in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolism from Westchester Medical Center/New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY in 2002.

She practiced in Minneapolis for a number of years before moving to Dallas in 2016. She served as the Director of Endocrinology at the Minnesota Center for Obesity, Metabolism, and Endocrinology, Eagan, MN. She has been on clinical faculty at the University of Minnesota School of Medicine and at UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX. She received several awards in her career including a nomination for clinical excellence award at the VA Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN.

Her areas of interest and expertise include Diabetes, Obesity Management, Thyroid, Pituitary, Adrenal and Parathyroid gland problems, male and female hypogonadism, PCOS, hormone replacement therapy, and osteoporosis.

Dr. Ebrahim is a member of the American College of Endocrinology and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists. Dr.Ebrahim resides in Southlake, Texas with her husband and two children. She has an interest in astronomy and interior decoration and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Dr. Aileen Fisher is a highly accomplished medical professional with a rich educational background and extensive experience in the field of psychiatry. After obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of South Florida in 1991, Dr. Aileen Fisher pursued her passion for medicine by earning her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in 1995.

Following her medical degree, Dr. Aileen Fisher dedicated herself to specialized training, completing a rigorous Post-Doctorate Residency Training Program at the San Mateo County Psychiatry Training Program in California, culminating in 1999. Driven by a commitment to excellence and a desire to expand his expertise, she pursued further fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry, which led her to the vibrant community of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in Texas. This fellowship, completed at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas in 2000, equipped her with advanced skills and knowledge in the care of elderly patients with psychiatric disorders.

With over 17 years of inpatient experience, Dr. Aileen Fisher has honed her clinical skills in managing acute psychiatric conditions and providing compassionate care to individuals in crisis. Additionally, s he brings over 8 years of outpatient experience, demonstrating her dedication to comprehensive psychiatric care that extends beyond the confines of a hospital setting.

Hannah Collins is a board-certified physician assistant (PA-C). She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Baylor University before attending University of North Texas Health Science Center to earn her Master degree in Physician Assistant Studies.

Before becoming a PA, Hannah worked at an assisted living and dementia care facility and learned the importance of mental health in people of all ages. She values quality patient care and evidence-based medicine. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and reading.

My name is Naomi Powell. I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at MD Trucare. I believe that everyone should be their best selves; free from depression, anxiety, and other things that keep them down. I am passionate about our youth and their mental health. 

I’ve worked as a nurse for 17 years. I have had many nursing roles which include mental health nursing, progressive care, emergency services, correctional health, and school nursing. I am also a nursing school instructor. My goal is to help mold the students into excellent nurses who we can trust to care for us as we age.

I have a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington, a Master of Science in nursing degree from Western Governors University, and a Post Masters Certificate in Mental Health (PMHNP) from Wilkes University.

I am a wife and a mother. I have 2 beautiful grandchildren who are my absolute favorite people in the world. In my free time I enjoy reading and watching happy movies on Hallmark.

Linda Iyamah is a board certified Psychiatrist Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at MD TruCare. I am committed to individualized wellbeing, safety and very proactive in dealing with individuals, families and communities. I believe taking care of one’s mental health is essential to total wellness.

I completed my Bachelor’s degree from Grand Canyon University, before obtaining Masters of Science in Nursing from Walden University. I have over 22 years of extensive clinical experience, diverse populations, cultural competent and has worked as an Emergency Services nurse and other clinical leadership role positions throughout my nursing career.

My goal is to help individuals build vitality, resilience, providing holistic care using evidenced based practices, problem solving, empathy, and maintaining professional wellbeing to help individuals achieve mental health wellness.

I am a wife and a mother of three. When not working, I enjoy listening to music, dancing, taking a walk in the park and having family fun time.

Ikra Ashrafi is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nova Southeastern University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Drexel University. Ikra has over 7 years of mental health nursing experience. She has worked in various practice settings including inpatient psychiatric facilities, as well as detoxification and rehabilitation treatment centers.

Ikra aims to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care with the use of psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and self-care techniques. She believes in using a patient-centered approach by actively involving patients to improve their quality of life. In her free time, Ikra enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling.

Caitlyn Krusinsky is a dedicated healthcare professional with a strong commitment to holistic patient care and mental health advocacy. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Alabama and subsequently spent seven years honing her clinical skills as a Registered Nurse at Baylor Scott & White Health. It was during this time that she discovered her passion for mental health and decided to advance her career by pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Her goal is to provide compassionate care, addressing both the physical and mental well-being of her patients. She believes in a holistic approach that empowers individuals to achieve full wellness.

When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time outdoors with her golden retriever, connecting with friends and family, and indulging in her passion for cooking.

Mr Estupinan is a recent graduate of the UT Arlington Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP program and he comes with a wealth of experience in emergency ICU and psychiatric settings. He became a part of the North Texas VA Medical Center in August 2023 as part of the PMHNP 2023-2024 cohort where he’s had the chance to work alongside various expert providers from different specialties to boost his clinical skills.

Mr Estupinan has a special passion for geriatric psychiatry the Hispanic community and supporting fellow veterans. With his rich background he really gets the unique challenges that these groups face when it comes to managing their mental health. This understanding allows him to craft personalized evidence-based treatments that support holistic well-being for these populations.

On top of that Mr Estupinan has shown incredible dedication to helping veterans who are struggling with homelessness and substance abuse by volunteering as a veteran peer supporter. He offers valuable medication education and helps connect veterans at Liberty House to essential healthcare resources. He knows how crucial it is to tackle both mental health and social factors that affect health because he understands that comprehensive care is key to helping people achieve positive results.

Mr Estupinan is truly committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health care to everyone in our community helping them create positive changes and empowering them to live healthy and fulfilling lives.

Aanchal Rajagopal is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate. She completed her Master of Science in Counseling at California State University, Los Angeles. She also has an undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy. Aanchal has several years of experience working with individuals of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, substance-abuse, relationship issues, grief, trauma, and other mental health conditions. In addition to the United States, she has gained experience working in hospitals in the United Kingdom and India.

Aanchal Rajagopal, LPC-A
Supervised by Linetter Tovar – LPC-S

Willow Taylor, LPC-Associate, is a licensed professional counseling associate. She received her bachelor’s degree from UNT in interdisciplinary studies (psychology, counseling, and visual arts as well as her Master’s in art therapy from St. Mary of the Woods in Indiana. She specializes in utilizing a combination of talk and art therapies.

Willow works with adults and adolescents through individual, couple, group, and family sessions. She has experience with counseling those on the LGBTQI+ spectrum, grief and loss, parent-child relationships, alternative relationship styles, perinatal loss, as well as mood and anxiety disorders.

Willow Taylor, LPC-Associate
Supervised by Heidi Tournoux-Hanshaw, MA, LPC-AT-S, ATR-BCCS

Hannah Hyden is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). She completed her Master of Social Work degree at Texas Woman’s University in conjunction with the University of North Texas. Hannah enjoys working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, addictions, and other mental health conditions, as well as grief, trauma, relationship issues, and low self-esteem. She utilizes multiple therapeutic modalities through a trauma-informed lens and considers the impact of environment and systematic oppression on clients’ lives.

Supervised by Brandi Felderhoff, LCSW-S