Gerard Scardino, MD
Dr. Scardino, a board-certified psychiatrist with 39 years of experience, treats a wide range of psychiatric disorders using a biopsychosocial approach. He has earned multiple awards in Harris County for service excellence and has led interdisciplinary teams as medical director at various centers. His specialties include severe psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, mind-body medicine, cultural psychiatry, and sexual dysfunctions.
Anand Balasubramanian, MD, PA
Anand Balasubramanian, MD, PA, is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician and Notary Public, specializing in adult primary care and preventive medicine. A physician since 2007, he earned his MD from Thanjavur Medical College in India and completed his residency at Coney Island Hospital in Brooklyn. Recognized in Who’s Who in America and Marquis Who’s Who Top Doctors, he is dedicated to providing personalized care, especially to the older population.
Alissa Carver, APRN-CNP, PMHNP-BC
Alissa Carver started her mental health career as a music therapist and counselor, specializing in TBI and stroke recovery. Witnessing the benefits of combining medication with therapy, she became a psychiatric nurse practitioner after earning her RN from the University of Texas at Austin. Alissa treats patients across the lifespan, focusing on collaborative, holistic care. Married for 13 years with 3 children, she enjoys making music, cooking, and family adventures.
Kristen Brown, PMHNP
Kristen Brown is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Dallas, Texas, with 6 years of experience in psychiatric nursing. She works with patients of all ages, focusing on children with conditions such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder. Kristen also treats adults with conditions including Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, ADHD, Schizophrenia, PTSD, and Generalized Anxiety.
Deborah Ferguson, PMHNP
Deborah Ferguson is a Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive nursing experience across various settings. She holds a BSN from Indiana University, an MSN from Indiana Wesleyan, and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification. Deborah treats individuals with mental health disorders across the lifespan. She is married with two sons, a daughter-in-law, and a grandson.
Andrew Mattern, Therapy Director
Andrew holds a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Houston and a Master's in Clinical Psychology from UH–Clear Lake. He began his career as a Crisis Counselor and research assistant. He then worked as a geriatric psychology consultant before joining HopeBridge Hospital in pediatric psychology and outpatient care. After the hospital's closure, he became Lead Program Therapist at St. Joseph Medical Center. Andrew became Managing Partner at Psych Matters, while consulting for Gulf Bend Services and the City of Houston Health Department.
Brittney A. Cloudy, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Brittney earned her Bachelor's in Elementary Education from Saint Louis University, where she was inducted into the Track and Field Hall of Fame. After six years teaching, she obtained a Master's in Counseling and now works in private practice with children, teens, and adults. She also has experience supporting patients with eating disorders. An avid traveler and music lover, Brittney transitioned from basketball and Track and Field to martial arts, becoming a Professional Mixed Martial Artist with UFC aspirations. Focused on helping others achieve personal victories, she offers relationship-centered support tailored to individual needs.
Kelson Furman, LPC-A
Kelson holds a Music Performance degree from Adams State University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Combining his passion for music and therapy, he integrates music into his counseling practice. Specializing in trauma through his work at a children's advocacy center and EMDR training, he also works with couples, focusing on relationship growth.
Zhanna Bukshan, LMSW
Zhanna Bukshan holds a Bachelor's in Psychology from Long Island University and a Master's in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University. With three years of experience, she works with adults and geriatrics in outpatient settings, using evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. Specializing in Mood Disorders, Anxiety, ADHD, and Substance Use Disorders, Zhanna provides client-centered care tailored to individual needs. She is also bilingual in English and Russian, offering therapy in both languages.
