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Meet the incredible individuals behind Advance Psychiatry and Counseling who are here to help you thrive. From psychiatric care to therapy, each member of our team brings their unique expertise to ensure you get the guidance and support you need—whether it’s managing challenges, improving daily life, or finding a path to growth and wellness.
C.E.O and Psychiatrist
Dr. Aqeel A. Khan is a double board-certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience providing inpatient, outpatient, and telepsychiatry services across hospitals, nursing homes, and residential treatment centers. He serves as the Chief Psychiatrist and Medical Director at Advance Psychiatry & Counseling, where he specializes in general psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction medicine. Dr. Khan has held leadership roles in multiple hospitals and behavioral health programs, supervised nurse practitioners, and taught medical and nursing students from various institutions. His extensive clinical background includes expertise in complex psychiatric conditions, Suboxone treatment, and consultation-liaison psychiatry. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to patients across all levels of treatment
Languages spoken: English, Urdu, Punjabi
Child, Adolescent, Adult Psychotherapist
Robina Choudhry is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and certified addiction counselor with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), family therapy, behavioral therapy, reunification therapy, and addiction counseling. Robina is known for her strong diagnostic skills, rapport-building ability, and her work across diverse clinical settings—including community mental health, crisis intervention, and outpatient Suboxone programs.
Languages spoken: Languages spoken: English, Urdu, Punjabi
Child, Adolescent, Adult Psychotherapist
Khizra Saleem is a skilled Licensed Social Worker with experience supporting individuals, families, and survivors of domestic violence. Khizra specializes in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, case management, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches. She is committed to empowering clients through a strengths-based, client-centered framework that promotes healing, resilience, and long-term well-being.
Languages spoken: English, Urdu, Punjabi
Child, Adolescent, Adult Psychotherapist
Mustafa Jabri is an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor who has worked across inpatient, outpatient, PHP/IOP, and private practice settings treating individuals across the lifespan. He specializes in neurodevelopmental disorders, mood disorders, trauma, addiction, and severe mental illness. In private practice, he provides individual therapy utilizing evidence-based modalities, focusing on trauma-informed care, mood disorders, emotional regulation, and family systems work. Mustafa is committed to compassionate, collaborative, and culturally-informed treatment tailored to each individual’s needs.
Languages spoken: English and Arabic
Adolescent and Adult Psychotherapist
Michael Goetter is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor providing compassionate, clientcentered therapy for teens, adults, and older adults. He offers both individual and family counseling. Michael specializes in treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and emotional challenges that impact daily life. With a warm and relatable style, Michael integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients gain insight, build resilience, and create meaningful change. He works with a wide range of concerns, including anger management, impulse control, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
Languages spoken: English
Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Nirmal Dass brings extensive expertise working with adolescents, adults, and older adults with a wide range of psychiatric disorders, dual diagnoses, and complex medical and mental health comorbidities. Nirmal’s clinical background includes inpatient psychiatry, outpatient clinics, nursing homes, IOP/PHP programs, and consultation-liaison services across emergency rooms, ICU, medical/surgical units, labor & delivery, and crisis units. She is highly skilled in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol use disorders, including Suboxone-based treatment and detoxification support
Languages spoken: English and Hindi
Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Manju Mary Franklin is a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. With over 20 years of nursing experience across diverse clinical settings—including community health, women’s health, adult and child care, home health, medical-surgical units, hemodialysis, trauma care, ER, OR, LR, and vent-weaning units—she brings a strong and versatile clinical foundation to her psychiatric work. Manju is skilled in diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, medication management, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Known for her leadership, teaching ability, and critical thinking, she fosters a therapeutic environment grounded in empathy, respect, and clinical excellence.
Languages spoken: English and Malayali
Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Philomina Toni is a dual-certified Doctor of Nursing Practice and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience diagnosing, treating, and managing mental health and primary care conditions. She delivers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and individualized treatment plans with a strong commitment to evidence-based and holistic care. Since 2017, Philomina has served as a nurse practitioner at Advance Psychiatry & Counseling treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders and substance use conditions in outpatient, ADAPT, and long-term care settings. She also has extensive experience in geriatric medicine managing acute and chronic illnesses, advanced illness, chronic respiratory failure, end-of-life care, and long-term care planning. She is known for her strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and her ability to build rapport with patients and families across all levels of healthcare.
Languages spoken: English and Malayali
Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Bashir Alli is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about helping individuals and families navigate their mental health journey. With experience in hospitals, home health, and long-term care, Bashir takes a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care, focusing on both emotional and physical well-being. Bashir collaborates closely with patients and their families to create personalized treatment plans that are practical, evidence-based, and supportive. Known for his professionalism and dedication, Bashir is committed to providing a safe, welcoming environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered to achieve their mental wellness goals.
Languages spoken: English
Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Mihaela Vladu, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in mental health, addiction, and rehabilitation. She is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Throughout her career, Mihaela has lead multidisciplinary teams, manages patient care plans, and provides family-focused psychoeducation. Mihaela is dedicated to creating safe, empowering environments where patients feel heard, understood, and supported on their journey to mental wellness.
Languages spoken: English and Romanian
Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Nuvano Preethi is a passionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience in nursing and mental health space. She has worked across diverse settings, including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, home health, and infusion centers. At Advance Psychiatry and Counseling, Nuvano is hands-on in conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders, and developing individualized treatment plans. She specializes in behavioral health, including care for patients with eating disorders, using therapeutic interventions. Dedicated to promoting recovery and enhancing mental health, Preethi works closely with multidisciplinary teams, educating patients, and advancing innovative, patient-centered approaches to care.
Languages spoken: English and Malayali
