Meet Our Professional Staff

Our professional staff consists of the following California Board Licensed specialists - psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists and social workers.

Clinic Address: 28125 Bradley Rd, Ste 220, Sun City, CA 92586
Phone: (951) 309-2140

Bhuvaneswari Nallamothu, MD, Diplomate

Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist
CA License: A89852

Bhuvaneswari Nallamothu

 Dr. Nallamothu is board certified Psychiatrist by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a Fellowship degree in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from Baylor College of Medicine. She has over 19 years experience is accepting children 6+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans. Prior appointment is necessary. Call office to make appointment.
Available to see patients In-person (Wed and Fri) and through Telemedicine (Tue, Thu, Sat).

Once you are checked in, enter the Virtual Waiting Room for your session.

 

Alejandro(Alex) Ayala, NP

PSYCHIATRIC-MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER (ACROSS THE LIFESPAN) CERTIFICATION (PMHNP-BC)
CA License: NP 95036818

Alejandro Ayala, NP

I am board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing evidence-based psychiatric care for children ages 8 and older, adolescents, and adults. I am fully bilingual in English and Spanish, offering accessible and culturally responsive care for diverse patient population.

Areas of Focus

  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression and mood disorders
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Schizoaffective disorder
  • Trauma and stress-related conditions
  • Adjustment and life stressors
  • Sleep difficulties and insomnia
  • Medication management and psychiatric evaluations

My Approach

I can provide collaborative, patient-centered psychiatric care focused on symptom relief, improved functioning, and long-term stability. Treatment plans are individualized and based on clinical presentation, history, and evidence-based guidelines. I work with patients to identify practical, effective treatment options that fit their needs and goals.

Always call office during work hours to check in, then enter the Virtual Waiting Room for your session time.
 

Carol Matthews, PsyD

CA License: PSY19603

Carol Matthews, PsyD

Dr Matthews has 22+ years of experience in the field. She is accepting adolescents 16+ years, and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans. Dr Matthews offers evening and weekend appointments.
Available to see patients only through Telemedicine with prior appointment till further notice.

Always call office before 3 pm to check in and enter her Virtual Waiting Room at your appointment time.

 

Melanee B Carpenter-Lay, LMFT

CA License: LMFT106476

Melanee B Carpenter-Lay, LMFT

Mrs Carpenter-Lay is accepting children 6+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans.
She is available to see patients both in-person and through Telemedicine with prior appointment.

Call office early to check in and enter her Virtual Waiting Room at your appointment time.

 

Angie Meza, LMFT

CA License: LMFT122614

Angie Meza, LMFT

Ms. Angie is accepting children 6+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans.
Available to see patients both in-person and through Telemedicine and require prior appointment.

Always call office early to check in and enter her Virtual Waiting Room for your session time.

 

Esperanza Quirarte Villa, LMFT

CA Board License: LMFT117276

Esperanza Quirarte Villa, LMFT

Ms. Quirarte Villa is accepting children 6+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans.
Offers both in-person and telesessions appointments and has weekend availability.

Call office to check in and enter her Virtual Waiting Room for your session time

Alternate Language(s): Spanish

Maribel Rodriguez, LCSW

CA Board License: LCSW29495

Maribel Rodriguez, LCSW

Ms. Maribel Rodriguez is accepting children 14+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans.
She is available to see patients through telesession with prior appointment. She offers evening and weekend appointments.

Call to check-in before 3 pm and enter Virtual Waiting Room for your session time.

Alternate Language(s): Spanish
 

Elizabeth M Sheppard, LCSW

CA License: LCSW22764

Elizabeth M Sheppard, LCSW

Ms. Sheppard is accepting children 6+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans.
Offers only Telemedicine sessions till further notice. Prior appointment is necessary.

Call office to check in prior to entering her Virtual Waiting Room for your session.
 

Stephanie R Canani, LMFT

CA License: LMFT48429

Stephanie R Canani, LMFT

Mrs. Canani accepts children 6+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans.
She is able to see patients only through telesessions with prior appointment.

Call office to check in and enter her Virtual Waiting Room for your session.

 

Terry Porter, LMFT

CA License: MFC50119

Terry Porter, LMFT

Mr. Porter accepting adolescents 16+ years and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans. He offers only evening appointments which is convenient for after work hours end of the day.
Provides only Telemedicine till further notice and require prior appointment.

Call office prior to 3 pm to check in
and enter his Virtual Waiting Room at your scheduled appintment time.

 

Mekkia DeSanchez-Davis

CA License: LCS11875

Mekkia DeSanchez-Davis, LCSW

Ms DeSanchez is accepting children 6+ years, adolescents and adult patients with most commercial insurance plans.
Offers Telemedicine sessions with prior appointment.

Check in ahead of time before 3 pm and enter her Virtual Waiting Room for your session time.