Dr Ruttenberg ruined my life. He prescribed a medication that I later found out he was giving out…read morelike candy, and I didn't even need it. It caused aseptic meningitis which destroyed my quality of life and left me with brain damage. I lost everything because of what this medication did to me. Earlier this year I found out he lost his practice and his license because he was doing the same thing to others. If you Google his name you can read the legal documents and his license revocation.

Carmen and Elle are amazing and thoughtful. They could not be more considerate and kind. Dr…read moreRuttenberg has been wonderful to me and I am so grateful to have found him. He has helped me in numerous ways. Just knowing I can call his office and be treated so thoughtful is a blessing and reassuring in this crazy world.

I ended up here and I am glad I did! After a few short months of seeing Dr. Naim, I was fine. More…read morethan fine actually. And it's now been a year! I dealt with anxiety for years off and on. I went on and off medication. I spent years seeing therapists. So many ups and downs. One day the anxiety escalated tremendously to the point where I couldn't sleep. I was seriously spiraling out of control and couldn't even work. My usual psychiatrist couldn't see me for 3 months. I know had I gotten into see him, it would just be a 20 minute appointment and more medication. My primary care doctor put me on Xanax and Ambien as a temporary fix. It was like putting a Band-Aid on a gunshot wound. A trusted friend recommended Hope Psychiatry and said there was no one better. When I called and explained my situation, I was seen within 24 hours. The intake paperwork is extremely thorough, more thorough than anything I've ever seen. They do not take insurance and I've come to discover that the people that are really good typically do not take insurance. At our first meeting, I started rambling and would have gone on for hours. Dr. Naim stopped me after 20 minutes and said he knew exactly what the issue was and how to resolve it. He said when he was done with me my issues would be gone. He slowly transitioned me off of the Xanax and Ambien. He is not anti-medication. I used an herbal tea to sleep and he prescribed something else that was non-habit forming for use as needed. He said the goal was for me not to need medication anymore but if I did need it, he would prescribe it. Fast forward a month, it was challenging to go through everything with him. At one point things were pretty bad and he said it was the last gasp of my issues getting out. Turned out, he was right. I started improving every week. About 3 months after first seeing him, I was done. It's now been one year. I've had no relapses. I have no anxiety. I'm having to deal with more challenging situations in life but it doesn't affect me anymore. I have a great perspective and I'm all better. I know I'm able to tackle just about anything. I've also been off the medication for a year now. So instead of just masking my problems, he actually addressed my issues. What a concept. Dr. Naim and his staff are incredibly kind. I just wish I hadn't spent years and years wasting my time trying to get help elsewhere. He was able to resolve my issues so quickly and completely. Highly recommended!

Really caring and thoughtful practice. Does not push medication. The alternative therapies…read moresuggested have helped exponentially.

I was at very dark place, I had been unable to even get out of bed. I decided I had better see…read moresomeone. I feel so fortunate to have found Dr Targum. He helped to identify what was causing me so much pain, he gave me the tools to help myself get out of this pit. He is insightful and has a way of putting into words what you are feeling but can't express quite right. He listens, really listens to each and every word. Some days I came away feeling fantastic and others I cried all the way home, but those times were when a light would go off and I grew and learned who I am and why I react the way I do. I am so grateful to Dr Targum, I would recommend him highly.

I've seen a few psychologists in my day, but Dr. Targum blows them away. The guy is a genius, super…read moreknowledgeable, experienced, wise, and just exudes confidence. He clearly knows exactly what he's doing, and has been a huge help to me. I'm very picky when it comes to getting along with people and who I trust with my personal information. Dr. T. has exceeded my expectations and gave me hope in therapy. He's helped me grow so much as a person in such a short time. He uses such an amazing tactique to get you to solve your own problems. I'm very grateful to have him as my therapist. If you are looking for someone who is professional, but so human... someone you feel like you can relate to, no matter what type of personality you have, Dr. Targum is your man!

Dr Peter has seen two Of my autistic sons …read more His kindness and patience has no end. He has a unique ability to bring a child out and relate on their level I would HIGHLY recommend him to any parent

I have had Dr Dardashti as my Dr. since 2012 and I highly recommend him. He is patient, calm,…read morereassuring and actually listens to you when you talk to him and ask him questions. I never feel rushed when I go for my appointments and his whole staff is very supportive and approachable.

Namaste! It's very rare to find a doctor that can take a negative situation and instantly make it…read morebetter! That is what happened today at my annual visit. I am so glad that Dr. D is my PCP, and his wonderful front desk staff always help me with any questions and issues that come up! He makes you feel comfortable, heard, and valued! I highly recommend Doctor Dardashti and thank you nurse Ruth for all of your CARE this year. 4/17/26

As Always such Personel care. Dr.Wolfsberg Always makes you feel Comfortable. Goes over Everything…read more .

Dr. Wulfsberg is the doctor I wish I have had for years! I've been seeing him a year or two now,…read moreand I've been so impressed each time I go in how much he really cares about his patients. He also has a very welcoming and assuring demeanor, making you feel at ease, and he's even got a great sense of humor. Most importantly, he's a superb doctor who keeps up to date on all the latest in medicine, but he also seems to be a good old-fashioned doctor, and doesn't seem to jump immediately to order the fanciest test available, or prescribe the latest greatest drug -- he will if it's warranted, but he uses common sense (something I think some doctors could use more of) Anyhow, I got tired of driving from the Valley to West Hollywood every time I needed to see the doctor, and I feel so lucky that I was referred to Dr. Wulfsberg! I have no plans to change doctors again!

My review for Dr. Pakier was previously misreported by myself as I did not click off 5 Stars…read more I have been a patient for the past approximately 9 years. He has consistently provided outstanding, compassionate care. His professional services for me are so important because in this time in our society it is to rare to meet a physician who spends the time listening to me. The reasons I highly recommend Dr. Oscar Pakier to anyone in need are: 1) Compassion; 2) Experience; 3) Skills and 4) a working knowledge concerning prescribing the correct medicines at the correct doses to really impact my life in a very meaningful way. Sincerely, David A.

Have been going to Dr. Pakier for 3-4 years now. Like most psychiatrists seem to nowadays, 80% of…read morethe session is meds management. It seems some of the other reviewers were looking for someone to talk things out with, and they might be better off trying a couple of therapists for that. Regarding the meds, Dr. Pakier has demonstrated the ability to recognize major changes in a patient's internal state from visit to visit, ask the patient questions about how long / how often and external factors that may be causing or exacerbating the new presenting symptoms, and only then consider adjusting meds (without having to look up side affects, etc.). For me, I'm actively working on resolving behavioral issues and sometimes things get worse before they get better - he isn't thrown off by these temporary variations in the trajectory of a long change, but is still flexible enough to provide some "relief" when we both feel that a variation is significant enough to interfere with long-term improvement in a particular area. _This_ is where he shows his caring, shows that he's really paying attention. In summary, my experience is that Dr. Pakier is a solid professional who knows his business and, perhaps, is most effective when the patient is also seeing a therapist intent on ultimately reducing the patient's meds to the bare minimum over time, if not zero. Dr. Pakier supports this goal and is very willing to maintain communication with a patient's therapist so that everyone is on the same page regarding where the patient needs to "go", and how to best get them there. Would definitely recommend to family & friends - and have.

Ask me what I don't love about Dr. Jay Fibus? Seriously,…read moreGOOD LUCK finding a therapist like him and his associates--I truly mean that with all the love in my heart, but read on if you've landed on this review and you're "shopping around" for a new therapist or were referred to him by someone. No joke, the guy is a freaking genius. Cambridge graduate and has applied the most unique skills in our therapy sessions. I loved meeting in his office and never thought I would be okay with zooming into our sessions because of the pandemic, but oh my gosh--they've AWESOME because of how vulnerable I can still be from the comfort of my own home. In a nutshell, my husband left my son and me, almost losing my job, my home, and custody of my son (prior marriage). Dr. Fibus not only helped me pick up the ashes of where my life was but he sat in the trenches with me as I was sitting in the dung. Let's just say the depression of co-dependency was far too much and I didn't reach self-care and healthy until I opened up and got real with him. He then helped me walk through the dark rooms of my mind which I had vowed to never let anyone in. He held my hand metaphorically and walked me up the stairs to life's reality so I could sing again from the mountaintops. Therapy takes time and unless you are thirsty for it, don't bother. It'll be a waste of everyone's time, treasures, and skilled talent. But when you do decide that your life has gotten to a point where it's led you to this review then understand this of yourself, it's time to make the call and I hope it's to Dr. Fibus. I was so fearful of going because I didn't want anyone to see the hurts, but in doing so, I've gained all that is good back into my life and then some and they're here to stay. I will never say it's easy, never. It takes mental work and your willingness to open up. It's NOT easy. It's the weak that say therapy is a bunch of crap. To that, I say hogwash! It takes so much work to rewire a marriage, a relationship or your mind. So again, unless you're willing to be serious, don't bother. Dr. Fibus gave me permission to self-reflect on the trials and circumstances that led to the healing of the negative and ugly scars of my life. He did it such a funny and gentle way that I never imagined in a million years I would have the perspective I do about those moments. I have learned to embrace them all and allowed myself to finally become more vulnerable and a feeler in my life. I didn't realize the techniques because they came naturally to our conversations and nothing about it was awkward like I had envisioned they would be when "sitting in a therapy session." My life was super far from being screwed up--I just had to learn the fabric of my own DNA and realized in time that life, indeed, is beautiful. He's respectful of both genders and gave me security and compassion when my husband left. He never made it awkward when I would sit for a while and lament and just cry out. He was above reproach and respectful to my ex when he made that decision to stay focused on my journey without being biased. When I ask him a question he is so direct but with a light hearted charm that made me go back out into the world and reestablish my life and identity. He's taught me what healthy boundaries are and worked with me on the darkest days of my depression. He's helped my son out in a few sessions along with his associate who my son just adores and can call up at any moment knowing if he needs an outlet, they are there for him. It got really rough when his step dad had just walked out me but on him too. I have learned that being a successful single mom can be messy, difficult, and imperfect but that it can also be organized, easy, and perfect on some days. I see life as progressive where as before I was looking for perfection; felt I was letting down others; or would anger easily if the person I was co-dependent on would "let me down." The struggles were real and now they're struggles that are super manageable. He's referenced reading material that I thrive at when given quiet moments to read. He taught me that audible books on the way to work can re-wire my brain if I lend myself 20 minutes just to work on myself daily. I take compliments and see the beauty of my journey and how far I have come. I see all of the beauty and thrive from the scars to know that each one them has a story for someone to hear them at the right moment. With all the experiences I've had, I can relate to just about anyone where as before I wanted to depend on a person to make me happy and hide from the world. Don't even overthink it, pick up the phone and just make that appointment, I promise you--you will NOT be disappointed!

I've known Dr. Fibus and Dr. Vinni since the year 2015 since I used to volunteer as a MFT intern…read more They are really dedicated and committed to helping people. They are both wonderful people and highly compassionate. I owe it to them for learning effective communication and the psychology behind it. Dr. Vinni has excellent neurofeedback services. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, ptsd, sleeping problems, etc., he is really good at helping easy those things drastically over the course of just a few sessions. I noticed a huge difference in my mood and sleeping problems. While you're watching a show or movie, your brain is really rewiring itself, creating and locking in new neurons. You feel so relaxed when you come out of the sessions. It makes you feel like you're in the clouds without any side effects. It truly works!