Compassionate Care Professionals
Alter Mental Health is all about making people feel that they are welcome and in very good hands. From the receptionist to the primary care professionals, our team is empathetic and understanding of the unique needs that come with neurodivergent conditions. From start to finish, we will make sure every person that steps through our door seeking treatment feels welcome and at home.


Amber Ontiveros, CADC3
Program Manager
Amber began her journey in behavioral health by obtaining a degree in

Araz Tawfique, MD
Medical Director / Psychiatrist
Dr. Araz Tawfique, M.D. is an award-winning, Board Certified psychiatrist in La

Benjamin Maxson, AMFT
Primary Therapist
Benjamin is passionate about assisting individuals in their journey to heal, recover,

Eva Norton, MSW, ACSW
Primary Therapist
Eva Norton has over 12 years of experience working with culturally diverse

Niloufar Nekou, LMFT
VP - Executive Clinical Director
Niloufar Nekou is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with

Stacy Dawish, PMHNP
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Stacy is compassionate, patient-centered, and a highly dedicated professional with extensive experience

Teralyn MacArthur
Case Manager
Teralyn has worked in the mental health field for several years and

Tracy Foust
Operations Supervisor
Tracy graduated from MIU with her bachelor’s in communications. Before coming to

William Lemme
Operations Manager
Will graduated from Fresno Pacific University with his bachelor's in Business Administration
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Whether you’re seeking diagnosis or care for an existing diagnosis, Alter Wellness Care is the place for you or your loved one.