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Dr Hassan Bokhari, M.D. - Medical Director

Hassan A. Bokhari, MD

Medical Director

Dr. Hassan Bokhari is a distinguished child and adolescent psychiatrist, board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. His remarkable medical journey began in Pakistan, where he served as a military emergency physician and developed specialized expertise in hyperbaric medicine. Driven by a passion for mental health, Dr. Bokhari pursued psychiatry at Rutgers University and completed advanced fellowships at Georgetown University and Duke University. Throughout his training, he honed his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of addiction, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, cognitive disorders, and trauma-related mental health conditions, establishing himself as a leading authority in comprehensive psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and young adults.

Guided by care. Driven by knowledge

At NeuroLift , our team brings together expertise, innovation, and compassion to guide you toward clarity, resilience, and a renewed sense of hope.

Leandro Jimenez

Chief Executive Officer

Lorrina L. Whalen, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Maryam A.

Executive Assistant

Damaris Perez Castro, APRN

Nurse Practitioner

Yoelis Folgoso

Medical Assistant

Yamny G.

Practice Manager

Lena Allos, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Zuhad A.

Receptionist

Ashley M.

TMS and Spravato Tech

Genci Shkembi,DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Ashley S.

TMS Technician

Alex N. Lam, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Yuleydis R.

TMS Technician

Dayelsi F.

TMS Technician

Dakota

TMS Technician

Leysi Nunez

TMS Technician

Aundrea Merchant, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC

Psychiatric Mental Health & Family Nurse Practitioner

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IN ASSOCIATION WITH BOKHARI MEDICAL
Two Divisions Committed to Your Health & Wellness
September News & Wellness Updates

Dear subscribers,

This September, we’re pleased to welcome two new members to our team. We’re also making room for a conversation about suicide prevention, recovery and asking for help. We hope this month’s updates help you feel more connected to our team and the care available to you.


Welcoming Two New Team Members
Aundrea Merchant, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, joining our Spring Hill team

We’re happy to welcome Aundrea Merchant, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, to our Spring Hill team. A dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, she brings more than 24 years of combined nursing experience.

Her background in behavioral health, primary care and chronic disease management informs a whole-person approach. Her psychiatric experience includes evaluations, medication management, supportive psychotherapy and individualized treatment planning.

Yoelis Folgoso, Medical Assistant at NeuroLift

We’re glad to welcome Yoelis Folgoso as a Medical Assistant. Working closely with our clinical providers, Yoelis supports Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Spravato® and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy services. With a patient-centered approach, Yoelis helps patients feel informed, comfortable and supported throughout their visits.


Wellness Means Asking for Help

September is National Suicide Prevention Month and Recovery Month. Both remind us how much it matters to listen without judgment and help people connect with support. Recovery can look different for each person, and care may need to change along the way.

World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10 continues the 2024–2026 theme, “Changing the Narrative on Suicide.” A conversation can begin with a simple question: “How have you really been feeling?” Give the person time to answer, listen and help them reach support when needed.

Support is available now.
In the U.S., call or text 988, or chat with the 988 Lifeline for free, confidential support, 24/7. You can reach out for yourself or someone you care about. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
When Should You Talk to Your Primary Care Provider?

Changes in sleep, mood, energy or appetite are worth discussing when they persist or begin affecting daily life. A primary care provider can help explore possible physical contributors and connect you with mental health care when appropriate.

At our Spring Hill location, primary care and psychiatric services are available in the same place, so you can bring questions about your physical and mental well-being to our team.

You don’t have to wait until things feel overwhelming to ask for help.

Illustration of supportive clasped hands and four people walking together toward a sunlit path
Natural Suggestions from NeuroLift

The Gratitude Pause

Take a moment to write down something you appreciated today. It might be a thoughtful message or a few quiet minutes outside. Keep it specific, and leave room for whatever else you’re feeling. If gratitude feels difficult right now, simply notice what helped you get through the day.


When Additional Support Is Needed

When symptoms persist, a clinical evaluation can help clarify what is happening and which options fit your needs. Depending on your assessment, care may include:

  • TMS Therapy: non-invasive magnetic stimulation used to treat depression, often when other treatments have not helped enough.
  • Spravato® (esketamine): a prescription nasal spray for adults with treatment-resistant depression, administered in a healthcare setting with required supervision and monitoring.
  • Medication Management: ongoing review of your symptoms, treatment response and side effects, with adjustments based on your needs.

If you’d like to speak with our team, call us at (727) 238-3241. You can also complete this questionnaire to help us understand your needs.


Our Locations

Largo  •  Clearwater  •  New Port Richey
Spring Hill  •  St. Pete  •  Tampa
Lakeland

Prefer to speak with our team? Call (727) 238-3241.

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