Our Team
Dr. Anna Yusim
- Chief Medical Affairs Officer
Dr. Anna Yusim, Chief Medical Affairs Officer of Conscious Health, is a renowned Concierge Psychiatrist & Executive Coach, with a Private Practice in New York, California, Connecticut, and Florida. She authored the best-selling book "Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life" and is establishing a Mental Health & Spirituality Center at Yale. Dr. Yusim has a diverse background, having conducted neurobiology research, studied various spiritual practices worldwide, and published extensively in psychiatry. She is a sought-after speaker and has received numerous awards for her contributions to mental health and literature, including being named a Distinguished Fellow by the American Psychiatric Association.
Ian Howard
- Director of Integration Services
Ian Howard is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a BA in Sociology and Ethnic Studies from the University of California Berkeley and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of San Francisco. Ian began his work leading clinical teams in non-profit organizations that serve low-income families and teens in the Los Angeles area. He has since gone on to work as a Clinical Director for intensive outpatient and inpatient treatment centers. He specializes in developing individualized treatment plans which foster unique and powerful outcomes for the clients he serves. Guided by a brand of spiritual psychology, The Three Principles, Ian's philosophy of health is no matter who you are or where you are coming from, you are one thought away from the person you want to become. Leading Conscious Health and Wellness' Integration Services, Ian works with clients to explore meaningful understanding in their everyday lives, finding easier pathways to forgiveness, love, appreciation and laughter.
Shara Amzallag, MSN, PMHNP-BC
- Clinical Lead Onsite Provider
Shara Amzallag is our Clinical Nursing Director, bringing over a decade of patient-centered healthcare experience and a heartfelt commitment to treating people across all stages of life — physically and mentally. Before joining Conscious Health, she spent 10 years in inpatient care at UCLA and UCSF Medical Centers and managed a mobile preventative health practice focused on optimization and biohacking; she earned her Bachelor's from San Diego State University, her Master's in Nursing from San Francisco State University, and completed her PMHNP certification at the University of Cincinnati. Today, her work centers on psychiatry, drawn by a deep love of human connection — understanding people's inner worlds and honoring the spirituality and the unseen thread that binds us all together as part of the human experience. One of the things Shara loves most about psychiatric care at Conscious Health is having a full toolbox to offer patients — including ketamine-based treatments, magnetic-based treatments, therapy, and medication management — because mental health treatment isn't just a pill, and progress isn't linear, so care shouldn't be either. Outside the clinic, Shara is a proud mom to three amazing daughters. She loves exploring, traveling, dancing, cooking, and making the most of everyday moments with her family.
Julian Macias, PMHNP-BC
- Center Operations Lead
Julian is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who found his calling in helping people reclaim their lives from mood disorders. After starting as a ketamine infusion nurse, he pursued his PMHNP to deepen his ability to treat depression and anxiety using ketamine, Spravato, TMS, and other tools. His approach is simple: stabilize patients so their symptoms no longer define what they believe is possible, then partner closely with our integration therapists to help them translate that relief into real progress toward their goals. Outside the clinic, you'll find Julian on the pickleball court, indoor rock climbing, snorkeling around Palos Verdes, or hunting down the best coffee and baked good pairing in whatever city he's visiting.
Kate Luc
- Clinical Care Coordinator
I believe that healing begins when we stop suffering in silence, which is why my approach centers on deep compassion, active listening, and patient education. Inspired by my loved ones' journeys, I’m passionate about spreading awareness and teaching people how to recognize and support mental health needs in everyday life. Though I bring a thoughtful, logical perspective to care, patients quickly discover my deep empathy and genuine warmth. In my free time, I love staying energized through fitness, spending time with family, creating content for friends' brands, and avoiding sad movies at all costs.
Rivka Rubin
- Marriage and Family Therapist
Rivka is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles. Rivka began her clinical work at Maple Counseling, where she supported clients of all ages and received extensive training in psychodynamic therapy. She has additional training in grief and loss therapy, suicide prevention and risk assessment, CBT, mindfulness, inner child work, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy. With deep respect for the cultural backgrounds, identities, and values that shape each person’s story, Rivka works with individuals, couples, and children navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem, disordered eating, and chronic pain. Rivka believes that self-acceptance opens the door to transformation. She feels deeply honored to walk alongside her clients as a fellow traveler on their unique journeys, fostering greater self-awareness and supporting them in discovering deeper meaning, opening themselves to new possibilities, and creating the lasting changes they envision for their lives. At Conscious Health, she values the profound healing that can unfold when therapy is thoughtfully integrated with ketamine treatment as well as the other powerful therapeutic tools available.
Clayton “CJ” Tendick
- Admissions Coordinator
C.J. Tendick is usually the first person you’ll speak with when reaching out to us, walking you through the treatment options we offer and helping schedule your initial evaluation. Beyond that first call, C.J. manages insurance verification and authorization, making sure you understand your coverage and out of pocket costs before you begin treatment. He also tracks each patient’s journey from evaluation through ongoing care, and has built strong relationships with treatment centers across the region, giving him a deep referral network for mood and addiction treatment. CJ enjoys relaxing in his free time and spends his days off with his girlfriend and their dog.
