A modern, patient-centered approach to mental health care
Mission Statement
We’re committed to providing compassionate, personalized mental health care to support your journey towards a more balanced and meaningful life. We offer a range of services—including diagnostic evaluations, medication management, individual psychotherapy, leave and disability support, and more. Our philosophy blends modern evidence-based practices with an individualized, whole-person approach to care.
Sahil Mehta, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Sahil Mehta is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and co-founder of SHINE Psychiatry. He offers thoughtful, individualized care that blends medication management with practical, evidence-based therapy.
Sahil earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University, specializing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Before becoming an NP, he worked in a variety of inpatient and outpatient mental health settings across Orange County and Los Angeles County, gaining hands-on experience in both behavioral health and chemical dependency care. This foundation continues to shape his calm, compassionate approach to working with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns — including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related issues, ADHD, and other mood or stress-related conditions.
He incorporates tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to support meaningful progress and long-term wellness.
Sahil is committed to building a safe, respectful space where patients feel heard and supported. He believes in collaborative care that aligns with each person’s unique story, goals, and values — whether you’re just beginning your mental health journey or looking to build on the progress you’ve already made. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply in need of guidance, Sahil will meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Chris Woo, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Chris Woo is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). He is an ADHD, mood and anxiety specialist. He completed his Masters in Nursing in Clinical Nurse Leadership from the University of San Francisco and a Post-Masters PMHNP certificate from West Coast University. He is an alumnus of the University of California, Davis where he completed his undergraduate studies.
He provides direct psychiatric consulting services to leading global companies, as well as manages complex dual-diagnosis cases in community mental health settings across Los Angeles, working with populations affected by ADHD, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, psychosis, and bipolar disorder. He works closely with professionals, veterans, students and more.
His treatment approach is collaborative with his clients, and provides modern evidenced-based treatment options that combine medication management with a holistic approach. He utilizes talk and cognitive behavioral therapy to address the root cause as well as tailored lifestyle modifications to treat the individual as a whole.
His goal is to empower his clients to live a meaningful life to their utmost potential.
Dr. Elijah Wilder, DO
Medical director / psychiatrist Dr. Wilder serves as our Medical Director, where he provides clinical oversight, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports our team in delivering safe, effective, and evidence-based psychiatric care. Dr. Wilder plays a vital role in upholding the highest standards of treatment, quality assurance, and patient safety.
His collaboration with Shine Psychiatry helps ensure that every patient benefits from a care model that is not only personalized and compassionate, but also clinically sound. Dr. Wilder supports our team of psychiatric nurse practitioners by helping us stay current with clinical best practices, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
Dr. Raisa Yagudayeva, DO
Supervising Psychiatrist Dr. Yagudayeva serves as our supervising psychiatrist, partnering with our psychiatric nurse practitioners to ensure clinical alignment and high-quality mental health care. With a strong foundation in adult psychiatry and a commitment to patient-centered treatment, Dr. Yagudayeva provides essential support in diagnostic consultation, medication management oversight, and clinical decision-making.
Through this collaboration, Dr. Yagudayeva helps maintain continuity of care, reinforces safety standards, and contributes to the comprehensive treatment approach we provide at Shine Psychiatry. Her role ensures our team remains aligned with current psychiatric guidelines and supports our mission to deliver compassionate, effective care to every patient we serve.
Dr. C MD
Supervising Psychiatrist Dr. C, MD, serves as our supervising psychiatrist. Dr. C is a distinguished dual-board certified psychiatrist and behavioral neurologist who brings a wealth of clinical expertise and leadership to our team, with experience in both adolescents to adults. His role as supervising psychiatrist ensures that our practice upholds the highest standards of clinical excellence, ethical care, and regulatory compliance.
Dr. C provides medical oversight and collaborative support to our psychiatric providers, guiding treatment protocols, reviewing complex cases, and ensuring that our care aligns with current evidence-based practices. His involvement allows us to offer safe, high-quality, and legally compliant mental health services while continuously advancing the clinical growth of our team.
Dr. C helps ensure that every patient receives thoughtful, well-informed, and compassionate care. His dedication to improving mental health outcomes is central to our mission of providing accessible and effective psychiatric support for individuals and families.
Mental health conditions we treat:
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Adjustment Disorders
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Anxiety and Panic Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Career Counseling
Cognitive/Cognitive Behavioral
Coping Skills
Cultural/Ethnic Issues
Depressive Disorders/Major Depressive Disorder
Disability and Leave
Dual Diagnosis
End of Life Issues
Family Conflict
Gender Issues
Geriatric Depressive Disorder
Geriatrics/Elderly Persons Disorders
Grief/BereavementImpulse Control Disorders
Life Coaching
Memory Issues
Mood Disorders
ObesityObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Oppositional Defiance
Pain Management
Personality Disorders
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Pregnancy (Prenatal and Postpartum) Issues
Psychosis
Psychotic Disorders
Relationship/Peer Relationship Issues
Schizophrenia/Schizoaffective Disorders
School Issues
Self-Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Stress/Stress Management
Thinking Disorders
VeteransWeight Loss
And More...
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