About Mynd Thera

MISSION & VISION

Our care philosophy is built on three core principles that guide our interactions with patients and colleagues.

Unconditional Positive Regard:
We treat every individual with compassion and respect, regardless of their circumstances, setting aside negative assumptions and fostering a supportive environment.

Unconditional Patient Autonomy:
We empower patients as the ultimate decision-makers in their care by providing clear information, thorough education, and ensuring ongoing informed consent.

Unconditional Pursuit of Excellence in Care:
We are committed to delivering the highest quality of care through continuous learning, applying the latest research, and adhering to the best clinical standards to optimize individual outcomes.

We support the needs of those who have medication-resistant or therapy-resistant conditions and need adjunctive treatments, alternative treatments, advanced behavioral health, or other medical services.

We’re committed to seeing your treatment through to success, which is measured by the restoration of functioning markers, objective milestones, and your own impression. Our team is focused on returning patients to their best possible quality of life so their symptoms don’t run (or ruin) their lives.

Meet our Staff

Medical Director of Mynd Thera - Grosse Pointe

Nicholas Ara Mischel, M.D., Ph.D
Psychiatrist, Partner

Providers of Mynd Thera - Grosse Pointe

Aum Memon - Psychiatrist

Bardia Gholami, M.D. - Psychiatrist

Maghan Boomhower - PA-C Provider

Founding Partners of Mynd Thera, PLLC

John Kulish - Physician, Partner

Mazen Saab - Physician, Partner

Clinical Staff of Mynd Thera - Grosse Pointe

Natalie Lange - Administrative Coordinator

Inji Ismaeil - Behavioral Health Assistant

Maryam N. Brikho - Behavioral Health Assistant

Giulia Spagnoli - Behavioral Health Assistant

Dr. Nicholas Ara Mischel

Nicholas Ara Mischel, M.D., Ph.D. is the medical director in Grosse Pointe and a founder of Mynd Thera PLLC. He is also an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He earned his B.S., MD, and PhD from Wayne State University, and completed his psychiatry residency at Duke University Hospital. His professional roles include his position at Wayne State, where he founded the Program for Interventional Psychiatry and Neuromodulation Research in 2019, as well as attending psychiatrist roles at Detroit Medical Center facilities and a medical directorship. Dr. Mischel's research is concentrated in interventional psychiatry and neuromodulation, reflected in his publications and presentations.

A Michigan native, Dr. Mischel is from Redford and a graduate of Redford Thurston High School. He currently resides in Grosse Pointe Park with his family: his wife, Bronwen, and their children, Cecelia and Nate. Outside of his academic and clinical work, he enjoys playing piano at Cafe D'Mongos speakeasy at 1439 Griswold every Friday in Downtown Detroit. His family supports his "Sportsball" habit by cheering for the Lions, Red Wings, Tigers, Spartans, and Pistons year-round.

Bardia Gholami, M.D

Bardia Gholami, M.D. is a Psychiatrist at Mynd Thera PLLC. He is board-certified in Adult Psychiatry, with initial certification in 2017 and recertification in 2021. Dr. Gholami completed his Adult Psychiatry residency and a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Michigan. His professional experience includes serving as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Wayne State University Physician Group, where he taught medical students and psychiatry residents and provided Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy. He also held the role of Medical Director of the Crisis Center at Detroit Receiving Hospital and served as an attending psychiatrist in various inpatient and outpatient settings at Detroit Medical Center and Walter Reuther Psychiatric Hospital. Dr. Gholami has a strong background in research, focusing on anxiety disorders and stress-related disorders

Meghan Boomhower, PA-C

Meghan Boomhower, PA-C is a PA-C Provider at Mynd Thera PLLC. She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2008. Meghan has extensive experience in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Rapid Response, and Urgent Care. She is dedicated to a holistic approach to patient care, emphasizing mental health alongside physical well-being. Meghan specializes in innovative treatments such as TMS and Ketamine therapy to help patients achieve life balance.

Inji Ismaeil

Inji Ismaeil is an administrative and technical assistant at Mynd Thera PLLC. She is currently a Neuroscience Major and Medical Humanities minor at Wayne State University, enrolled in the Med-Direct Program and Honors College. Inji aspires to become a doctor with a focus on pediatrics and has a strong interest in community work and assisting individuals with disabilities. Her experience includes a Research Assistant role at Wayne Pediatrics and a fellowship with the Detroit Muslim Youth Council, focusing on inclusive programming for individuals with disabilities.

Maryam N. Brikho

Maryam N. Brikho is an administrative and technical assistant at Mynd Thera PLLC. She is pursuing a B.S. in Neuroscience with a minor in Psychology at Wayne State University, where she is also Pre-Med. Maryam has experience as an EC Technical Aide at Corewell Health (Beaumont) EC, assisting medical providers and patients. She has also served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Wayne State University, focusing on fMRI data for a yoga study.

Natalie Lange, B.A Psych.

Natalie Lange, B.A Psych. recently graduated from Wayne State University with a B.A. in Psychology. She is the administrative coordinator at Mynd Thera and a research assistant at NeuroCAST (Neuroscience Center for Anxiety, Stress, and Trauma), a research lab located at Wayne State University.

She is excited to utilize her knowledge and experience in the field to support colleagues, coordinate care, and help ensure that every client feels heard and supported throughout their journey. Natalie is passionate about mental health and maintaining a positive and encouraging environment. She strives to incorporate compassion in everything she does and looks forward to continuing to deepen her knowledge and create meaningful changes in the lives of many.