Psychiatric Providers

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Lila Massoumi, MD, ABOIM
Psychiatrist & Medical Director

Biography

Dr. Massoumi decided to become a psychiatrist at the age of 18 while reading the book "The Road Less Travelled" by M Scott Peck, MD. She was drawn to the idea that, as a psychiatrist, she could assist others evolve spiritually via the path of greater self-awareness. 
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Dr. Massoumi is​ committed to p​roviding excellent clinical care while also making psychiatry in the US more integrative by teaching, lecturing, and writing for psychiatrists, medical students, patients, and consumers.

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Credentials

Physician Extenders

Dr. Massoumi has meticulously hand-picked, mentored, and continues to supervise the care and professional development of the physician extenders (physician assistants and nurse practitioner) who represent her. 

Daniel Hurley, PA-C
Physician Assistant

Biography

Daniel has been interested in Psychology since his high school Psychology class.  As an undergraduate at U of M, he worked as a nursing assistant in a hospital float pool.  ​
Though Daniel works primarily with Dr. Massoumi, he spends one day per week working at the Integrative Medicine Family Practice center of Dr. Howard Wright in Dearborn.  This additional experience has allowed Dan to become familiar with the use of Low-Dose Naltrexone in the treatment of auto-immune disorders. 

Credentials

Alyse Haddad, FNP-C
Nurse Practitioner 

Biography

Alyse has years of healthcare experience and worked her way up from nurse assistant to nurse practitioner over her career. She previously practiced as a registered nurse in the acute care setting including critical care and emergency medicine during which she simultaneously obtained her Master’s in Nursing. 

She has taken a huge interest in Psychiatry and has always found herself drawn to the field. She now works full time at our practice and is dedicated to providing cohesive and exceptional care for our patients.


Credentials

 

Samantha Mekani, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Samantha is a graduate of University of Detroit Mercy (UD Mercy) where she completed the accelerated five-year BS/PA program.  UD Mercy is the top Physician Assistant program in Michigan and one of the best in the country, selecting only a small number of high quality students each year. ​
 
Samantha has been interested in Psychology since her first undergraduate Psychology class.  She has found her niche in helping people with mental health concerns.  

Credentials

Psychiatric Specialties

Professional Recognitions

Top Doc: Hour Detroit 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Patient Choice Award: Vitals 2011, 2012, 2014
Compassionate Doctor Recognition: Vitals 2012, 2014
5 Star Award: HealthGrades 2011, 2012
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Top Doc Psychiatrist

Therapists

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Joelle Levine MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Joelle has over 20 years of clinical experience working in the mental health field.  She believes that client empowerment combined with a safe and supportive therapeutic environment promote positive changes and personal growth.  
Joelle’s clinical experiences include but are not limited to children exhibiting behavioral challenges (ADHD/ODD), teen issues (self esteem, social challenges, separation from parents), individual counseling (depression, anxiety, anger) and family/couples counseling (relationship struggles, divorce therapy).  Joelle has a strong professional interest in parent education. 
Joelle received her B.A. from the University of Texas, Austin, and her Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from St. Louis University.  She is fully licensed to practice by the Michigan State Board of Professional Counselors.
Joelle is a member of the Michigan Mental Health Counselors Association.

Meredith Riggan MA, LPC, NCC
Limited License Professional Counselor

Meredith believes that life's transitions and challenges can be difficult, but they are opportunities to help us grow and thrive. By promoting emotional understanding and increasing self-awareness, Meredith helps clients develop the skills to recognize the barriers and thought patterns that prevent themfrom feeling the way they want to feel. Her role is to empower her clients so they can comfortably introduce changes that will move them toward their personal aspirations.

Meredith's areas of interest focus on life transitions, stress and anxiety management, relationship issues, and working with adults and adolescents. She has extensive experience in Secondary Education and School Counseling which provides her with additional insight when working with adolescent clients.

Meredith earned her B.A. from the University of Michigan and her Master's degree in Counseling from Eastern Michigan University. She is currently a limited license professional counselor with her full license expected this summer.

Bam-Bam, CGC
Canine Interventionist

Bam-Bam has successfully obtained his American Kennel Club certifications in S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine Good Citizen (CGC).

When he is not working at MIHP, he enjoys playing ball and sniffing around dumpsters.  He is co-parented by Dr. Massoumi and Joelle Levine. 

Support Staff

Kaitlin McConnell, MHA
Office Manager

Kaitlin completed her undergraduate degree in Biology from Oakland University and her Master’s in Health Administration from Eastern Michigan University.  Kaitlin has 10+ years’ experience working in the medical field, including pharmacies, primary care offices, and specialty medical practices. Kaitlin's favorite position has been at MIHP where she has worked since 2013. Kaitlin will admit that her experience working with Dr. Massoumi has been life-changing in terms of self-growth. 

In December 2016, Kaitlin was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and she has been managing it with help from her neurologist. Kaitlin has found that the most helpful medication, in terms of eradicating her constant bladder spasms, has been medical marijuana. Kaitlin's experience with this has given her a wealth of knowledge on the topic. This is particularly helpful for our patients who are being treated with medical marijuana for the first time.
 
Outside of work, Kaitlin spends her time with her two dogs, while also texting her best friend, Marissa. 

Marissa Kolde
Assistant Office Manager

Marissa is a certified yoga instructor, former nanny, and is actively working on completing her undergraduate degree in Psychology at Fort Hays State University.  Marissa plans to pursue a Master's degree in counseling, and to use yoga in the treatment of mental health concerns.

In her spare time, Marissa enjoys camping and kayaking, napping, and rescuing cats. She feels that her time at Dr. Massoumi's office has facilitated an immense amount of personal growth, and she is grateful for this opportunity.  She is also grateful for her "work family," particularly Kaitlin who is now her best friend!