
About us

Ali El-Menshawi, PhD, M.D Aysha Meloukheia, M.D
Ali El-Menshawi and Aysha Meloukheia established the Psychiatric Group of Orlando in 2006 to provide specialized care to patients across Florida. Both founders are alumni of Alexandria Medical School in Egypt.
Dr. Ali El-Menshawi has held several prestigious roles, including Research Fellow at the Institute of Islamic Medicine for Education and Research in Panama City, Research Fellow at McMaster University, Psychiatry Resident at Duke University, and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of South Alabama.
Dr. Aysha Meloukheia has served as a Research Fellow at the Institute of Islamic Medicine for Education and Research in Panama City and completed her Psychiatric Residency at the University of South Alabama.
"Every individual is unique, with something to both teach and learn. Each person is destined to succeed and achieve, regardless of circumstances."
"The choice is ours."
Independent Providers
Teron Verma, M.D., M.S.
Dr. Teron Verma is a Psychiatrist dedicated to helping his clients deal with the myriad of complexities that come with mental health pathologies, and alleviate stigmas in pursuing care. He provides personalized pharmaco-therapy as well as psychotherapy to help his clients deal with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, psychotic disorders or any other behavioral disturbances, which the client needs help with during their visit. He values helping his clients achieve their goals to reach stability and future growth as an individual.
As a Psychiatrist, he has worked in various settings to help clients with mental health pathologies. He has utilized medication management and a dedicated continuum of care model with his support staff for his clients. He enjoys helping his clients reach a pinnacle point in their mental health for the future. Ultimately, Dr. Verma is here to provide mental health care to our clients via evaluations and follow ups.


Brianna Brown, LMHC, LPCC, NCC
Brianna's eclectic approach to counseling includes person-centered psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and solution-focused therapeutic theories. She provides clients with unconditional positive regard and empathic understanding, creating a warm, positive, and welcoming atmosphere to encourage all clients to feel safe while sharing their personal story.
Brianna utilizes evidenced-based therapy techniques and mindfulness to help clients cope with distress, regulate emotions, communicate more effectively, identify and reduce self-destructive behavior patterns, and find balance on a day-to-day basis. She meets the individual needs of each client to foster personal empowerment and growth.
Somaya Mellouli, LCSW
Somaya is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience in helping individuals of all ages navigate life's challenges.
Somaya's therapy style integrates strength-based methods with evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). These approaches are designed to empower you, build resilience, and facilitate meaningful change. As a certified Trauma Professional, she also offer specialized support for those affected by trauma, and her experience with Play Therapy provides a unique and effective way to engage with younger clients.
Specialties:
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Trauma, Life Changes and Family Issues
Approaches:
Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy.


Ann J. Adams, PsyD
Dr. Adams is a licensed psychologist with 37 years of experience in psychotherapy, specializing in individual adult therapy. Dr. Adams is passionate about helping individuals from diverse backgrounds to better accept, understand, and compassionately care for themselves and others, whether they may be wrestling with lingering distress from past events, current burdens, or future worries.
Her therapeutic approach integrates Humanistic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness practices, including yoga and meditation. Dr. Adams offers both telehealth and a (currently limited) number of in-office appointments. Outside of her professional work, her hobbies include walking, swimming, and backyard birdwatching.
Psychiatric Group of Orlando Office
