Psychiatrist Office in Torrance, CA

Dr. Josh Lichtman has been practicing psychiatry for almost two decades. He is dual board certified in both adult psychiatry and addiction medicine.

He is passionate about mindfulness practice and psychiatry and is constantly trying to blend the two. Although he primarily focuses on TMS and psychopharmacology, he is trained in various modalities of psychotherapy including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He is a clinical instructor at UCLA, and has been selected to be on the list for Southern California Super Doctors for 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2015.

Dr. Haiyan Wang completed the first three years of her adult psychiatry residency at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Washington D.C. She completed her child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at New York University. NYU is one of the nation’s leading institutes in children’s mental health. She has also received psychoanalytical training from Washington Baltimore Psychoanalytic Institute. Dr. Wang also holds a master’s degree from the University of Connecticut in Physiology and Neurobiology. Prior to her residency and fellowship, she invested years in psychiatric and neuroscience research and published journal articles.

Dr. Haiyan Wang is particularly passionate about diagnosing and practicing evidence-based treatments in children, adolescents and young adults who have anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, mood disorder, PTSD, ADHD, disruptive behavior, and psychosis as well as providing parenting and behavioral strategies.

She has extensive experience working with OCD and anxiety patients and has been severed as an expert in such areas by providing care to patients throughout the U.S. due to their severe OCD and anxiety symptoms.  She provides routine complex medication management and guidance for behavioral interventions such as ERP and CBT. Dr. Haiyan Wang has been actively involved in mentoring the next generations of mental health providers and provides peer consults for OCD and anxiety treatment for children, adolescents and adults.

She has a thorough knowledge of the neuroscience related to psychiatric illnesses. She stays up to date with current research on those topics.

Araceli Lozano is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Master and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University. Before pursuing nursing, she served on active duty in the U.S. Army after which she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from New Mexico State University.

As a combat veteran and first-generation Mexican American, Araceli has lived through unique experiences which have helped her develop a solid understanding of the diverse needs of people from various cultures and backgrounds. Her passion is working in mental health and helping people meet their goals through individualized pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions. She is fluent in English and Spanish.

Prior to earning her degree as a nurse practitioner, Araceli worked as a registered nurse in an inpatient psychiatric hospital and on medical-surgical units in Indiana. Her clinical experience as a nurse practitioner started with the geriatric population in nursing homes and assisted living facilities and has more recently been in the outpatient setting providing treatment for individuals with a wide range of psychiatric comorbidities.

Paula Martin is a compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience spanning diverse settings and a have solid foundation in trauma-informed practices.

She initiated her professional journey in the field of Behavioral and Mental Health in an acute inpatient setting where she gained experience in caring for adult individuals suffering from psychiatric and substance use disorders. She furthered her expertise and practical skills and subsequently joined a team at a children’s hospital in an inpatient mental health unit specializing in delivering trauma-informed care to children and adolescents grappling with psychiatric disorders and/or adverse childhood experiences. In addition, she gained some experience in a crisis stabilization unit working with adults and adolescents. The experience gained at these facilities served as her primary motivation to pursue graduate studies and become a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to better care and advocate for those with mental health disorders. Afterwards, she then proceeded to work as a PMHNP with adults in detox, residential, PHP/IOP, and outpatient settings helping those with mental health and substance use disorders. 

Paula believes that collaborative treatment with psychiatrists and other mental health care providers is critical to a holistic treatment strategy. She also believes that it is very vital to serve every client and their loved ones with the utmost respect and dignity. 

Samantha McKinnon is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and family nurse practitioner (FNP) with 14 years of nursing experience caring for patients of all ages. She completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing at The University of Texas and her post-master’s psychiatric mental health certification at Johns Hopkins University.

Samantha is dedicated to understanding each patient’s story, ensuring they feel valued, supported and heard. She believes in a holistic and collaborative approach, working alongside her patients to create personalized plans for long term mental wellness with an emphasis on the whole person. Committed to providing the best care possible to her patients, Samantha also pursues the latest advancements in treatments and health technology through ongoing education.

Outside of work, Samantha enjoys traveling with her husband and their two children, exploring new restaurants, spending lazy days at the beach, and diving into a good book.

Tanisha McLean is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, who is dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages throughout their mental health journeys. Raised in Los Angeles, CA, Tanisha brings over eight years of experience in behavioral and mental health, allowing her to understand the needs of people from diverse cultures and backgrounds across the lifespan. She provides trauma-informed care and evidence-based treatment for a variety of conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.

Her professional experience includes working with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients in diverse clinical settings, both inpatient and outpatient. She has collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care that addresses the unique needs of each individual. Known for her empathetic approach and clinical skills, Tanisha strives to create a safe, supportive environment for patients and their families.

Tanisha’s motivation to become a nurse practitioner stems from her desire to help others through their most challenging times, offering them guidance, understanding, and hope.

She is committed to fostering resilience and wellness in every patient she serves, empowering them to lead healthier and fulfilling lives.

Outside of her work, Tanisha enjoys spending time hiking outdoors, experiencing new foods, and exploring new activities with friends and family. She believes in the importance of balance and self-care, principles she incorporates into her practice to promote a holistic well-being.