The Team

Wasef is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health care. He graduated from Florida International University’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine in 2014 and completed my psychiatry residency at the University of South Florida in 2018. With a patient-centered approach, he specializes in treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders, tailoring his care to meet the unique needs of each individual. He has had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including veterans at the Tampa VA Medical Center, where I provided specialized care for those with PTSD, depression, and substance use disorders. His experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings has strengthened his ability to manage acute psychiatric crises while also offering long-term therapeutic support. Passionate about mental health advocacy and reducing stigma, he combines evidence-based practices with compassionate care to empower his patients on their journey to recovery.

Jeanette Francis is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with more than two decades of experience in mental health care. She has held leadership roles as the Director of Behavioral Health Services at a large community health center and has served as a behavioral health consultant, supervisor, and trainer. Drawing on her extensive clinical and administrative expertise, Dr. Francis helps organizations design and sustain comprehensive, evidence-based training programs that empower clinicians to deliver the highest quality of care.
Committed to supporting and equipping mental health professionals, Dr. Francis emphasizes patient-centered care and positive outcomes. She guides clinicians in fostering therapeutic environments that encourage healing, growth, and well-being. Through her dedication to collaborative care and professional development, she provides opportunities for clinicians to expand their skills and stay at the forefront of the field.
Clinically, Dr. Francis specializes in treating disorders linked to nervous system dysregulation. She primarily integrates mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and psychodynamic approaches. Tailoring these modalities to each client, she provides treatment to individual adults, adolescents, and children, as well as couples, families, and groups. Her compassionate, evidence-based practice reflects her commitment to holistic healing and transformative outcomes.

Brown has over 45 years of experience in clinical psychology, neurotherapy, and organizational consulting. Since earning his doctorate from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology in 1985, he has focused on a biopsychosocial approach to mental health. Rooted in this perspective, he began his life’s work in neurotherapy as well as psychotherapy, exploring the potential of these tools to support the innate human capacity for resilience, growth, and wholeness. In 2019 Dr. Brown founded TrueBearing Academy, an organization dedicated to training clinicians and coaches worldwide in digital health strategies and in the application of neurotherapy to their practice. In addition to private practice, he has held academic posts at Fuller Graduate School of Psychology and Seattle Pacific University, where he served as Dean and Associate Professor. Dr. Brown also consults with a wide range of organizations seeking to enhance the self-regulation and resilience of those whom they serve. Throughout his career, Dr. Brown has been drawn to the wisdom and power of an integrative view of human beings. Our body, brain, mind, and spirit are rooted in our relationships and the communities to which we belong, and each of these elements plays a vital and interconnected role in the quality of our lives. When problems in living arise, each of these biopsychosocial factors must be considered and incorporated into an effective strategy for lasting change. Dr. Brown lives in Seattle WA with his wife Dañela, and maintains an active clinical practice offering neurotherapy, clinical training, organizational consultation, and speaking services worldwide.

Haig Musurlian is a clinical psychologist who has a practice in Laguna Hills. Dr. Musurlian graduated from the University of California @ San Diego and earned his doctorate at the California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego. He specializes in working with children and families and has subspecialties in the areas of Women’s Issues and Sports Psychology.  Dr. Musurlian has been an expert commentator for XTRA Sports Radio and has been an expert guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show.  Dr. Musurlian is also a co-author of the book: The Book the Stork Never Delivered: A Simple Guide to Parenting. He is a member of several professional organizations including the American Psychological Association.

Nick Padula has been a practicing as a clinical dietitian and a food service director since 2015. In addition to You Trition, LBC Nutrition, a dietetic consultant company, he is a lecturer and coordinator with the University of Southern California Master’s in Nutrition program and Sports Dietitian for Cypress Junior College Athletics. ⁠Nick studied nutrition and dietetics at Long Beach State University and received a Bachelor’s Degree in 2012. He received his Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with a concentration in Sports Nutrition from Texas Tech University. ⁠In his practice he has worked with triathletes, professional boxers, endurance runners, professional soccer players, high school athletes, and the USC football and basketball teams. Nick is an avid runner, weightlifter, and golfer.

Aya is a board-certified neurofeedback provider, mindfulness-based stress reductionist, researcher, and qEEG diplomate candidate. Holding a master’s degree in biology with a concentration in neuroscience, Aya is committed to advancing the field of neuroscience through innovative research and non-invasive treatment modalities. Passionate about empowering individuals, Aya focuses on equipping clients with the tools and knowledge needed to take an active role in their journey to better health and wellness. She is driven to bridge the gap between traditional treatment methods and holistic approaches by creating synergistic, individualized healthcare regimens to enhance well being and improve quality of life.

Darrick Brown is a behavioral health professional with graduate-level training in clinical psychology and experience supporting clients across community, outpatient, and coordinated care settings. He has worked alongside clinicians, supervisors, and multidisciplinary teams to help clients navigate services, follow through with care plans, and access appropriate supports.
His background includes working with individuals and families facing mental health, developmental, and life-transition challenges. Darrick brings a practical, client-centered approach to care coordination, with an emphasis on clear communication, follow-up, and consistency. He values collaboration, organization, and building trust with both clients and providers.
Darrick is currently continuing his professional development within psychology and related behavioral health roles, with an interest in integrated care, continuity of services, and supporting clients through complex systems in a respectful and effective way.

Matt Johnson is a seasoned EEG technician with over 20 years of experience in various healthcare settings including hospitals, sleep clinics, and Neurology practices. He has a keen attention to detail while ensuring patients have a smooth experience during the EEG process. He has been sought out by two different colleges over the years to teach classes on neurodiagnostics and train the next generation of EEG technicians in the healthcare setting. As his career has evolved, he has switched his area of interest from Neurology to Psychology, with a focus on QEEG Brain Mapping and Neurofeedback Therapy. The last 5 years of his career have been focused on working with startups in Orange County training technicians and working with patients as a Neurofeedback technician.