Meet Our Expert Psychiatric Providers
At Next Step Psychiatry, your mental health care is delivered by experienced, board-certified psychiatric providers who combine clinical expertise with genuine compassion.
20+
Years Combined Experience
1000+
Patients Treated
5.0
Star Rating
Ages 5+
All Ages Welcome
Dr. Aneel Ursani, MD
Board-Certified Psychiatrist
UC Berkeley (BS Molecular & Cell Biology, BA Psychology) • St. George's University (MD) • Eastern Virginia Medical School (Psychiatry Residency) • UC Berkeley Haas (Executive MBA)
Dr. Aneel Ursani is a board-certified psychiatrist and healthcare executive with a proven track record of leadership in innovative mental health care. As Medical Director of Next Step Psychiatry & Wellness, he brings expertise in treatment-resistant conditions and a commitment to evidence-based, compassionate care.
Dr. Ursani believes in a personalized, team-based approach that combines medication management with comprehensive support to achieve lasting remission. His extensive experience with interventional treatments including SPRAVATO® and ketamine therapy makes him uniquely qualified to lead our clinical team.
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Dr. Morium "Arya" Chowdhury, MD
Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician
Dr. Morium "Arya" Chowdhury, MD is a board-certified emergency medicine physician providing medical services at Next Step Psychiatry and Wellness. Her clinical focus includes ketamine-assisted treatment, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), medical weight loss, and wellness-based medical care supporting mental health and overall functioning.
Dr. Chowdhury works collaboratively with the psychiatric team to provide coordinated patient care. Her emergency medicine background brings a unique perspective to wellness and mental health treatment, ensuring comprehensive care for complex cases.
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Khadeja Chowdhury, PA-C
Board-Certified Physician Assistant
Khadeja is a dedicated Board-Certified Physician Assistant with over 8 years of psychiatric experience. She specializes in providing comprehensive mental healthcare for diverse patient populations, from children age 5 and up to the elderly. Her expertise spans the full spectrum of psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance use disorders, schizophrenia, and neurocognitive conditions.
Khadeja's approach combines clinical expertise with genuine compassion. She believes in creating a safe, supportive environment where patients feel heard and understood. Her family-centered approach ensures that the entire support system is involved in the treatment process when appropriate.
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Fathima Chowdhury, PA-C
Board-Certified Physician Assistant
Georgia State University • MCPHS University
Fathima is a highly skilled Physician Assistant with over 12 years of diverse medical experience across urgent care, pain management, family medicine, emergency medicine, and addiction medicine. Her comprehensive background gives her unique insight into the connection between physical and mental health.
Certified to evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions including ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, OCD, PTSD, and Substance Use Disorders. Fathima is authorized to prescribe Suboxone for opioid addiction treatment, providing life-changing care for those on the path to recovery.
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Our Care Philosophy
Personalized Treatment Plans
Every patient is unique—we create individualized care plans tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Evidence-Based Care
Utilizing the latest research and proven methods to deliver the most effective treatments available.
Collaborative Approach
Working with other providers and your support system for comprehensive, coordinated care.
What Sets Us Apart
Same-Day Appointments
Quick access when you need it most
Ongoing Support
Regular check-ins and adjustments
In-Person & Telehealth
Flexible appointment options
Family-Centered Care
Supporting the whole family
Schedule with Our Team
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