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| Linder Psychiatric Group, Inc. Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Forensic Psychiatry |
Ph: (916) 608-0714
David N. Linder, MD is a Fellowship trained Child, Adolescent, Adult and Forensic Psychiatrist who
has been practicing since 1991. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and
Neurology, and the immediate past President of the Central California Regional Organization of
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists. Dr. Linder has been listed in "Guide to America's Top Mental
Health Professionals" by the independent Consumer's' Research Council of America. He specializes in
the treatment of Bipolar Disorder in all age groups, other Mood Disorders, Anxiety disorders, ADHD,
Psychotic Disorders and Pervasive Developmental Disorders.
Renae Linder, M.S.W., L.C.S.W.. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since
1990. Ms. Linder had the honor of being listed in "Guide to America's Top Mental Health
Professionals" by the independent Consumers' Research Council of America. She specializes
in treating Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorders, ADHD, CD, and other Anxiety Disorders in Children,
Adolescents, and Adults. She previously was the Coordinator of the Veterans Administrations Dual
Diagnosis and Substance Abuse Treatment Programs, and Coordinator for Sierra Vista Children's
Residential Treatment Program. Ms. Linder is currently the principal investigator for an ADHD study.
Candace M. Fortune, M.D. is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She
specializes in the psychiatric treatment of children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Fortune's services
focus on the diagnostic and biological treatment of most psychiatric disorders including Depression,
Bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Anxiety, Eating and Psychotic Disorders.
Naiyar Zaman, M.D. is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He
specializes in the psychiatric treatment of children, adolescents and adults. His services focus on the
diagnosis and treatment of most psychiatric disorders including: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD,
PTSD, OCD, Anxiety Disorders, and Psychotic Disorders.
Gloria Coy, M.A., L.M.F.T. is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing
since 2000. Ms. Coy has extensive experience working with Children, Adolescents, Adults, who present
with Attachment Disorders, ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, Anger Management, Grief, and
survivors of sexual abuse. She has worked in a Drug and Alcohol program including individual and
group therapy. She is certified by the Parent Project to facilitate groups for parents of teens who are
court mandated or at risk. Ms. Coy is a Clinical member of the California Association of Marriage and
Family Therapists.
Wendy Fischer, M.A., L.M.F.T. is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing
since 1994. Ms. Fischer clients consist of Adolescents, Children, Adults, Couples, and Families. She
treats patients with Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, ADHD &/ Learning
Disabilities, and Chemical Dependency. Ms. Fischer worked previously as the Clinical Coordinator for
the ADHD/Learning Disability Clinic at Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
Heather Forde, Psy.D is a clinical psychologist and a graduate of the California School of
Professional Psychology. She Is passionate about helping people reach their full potential and creating
strong, vibrant and meaningful relationships. She welcomes adolescents and adults who seek
resolution to many of life issues including: stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, life transitions, self
esteem, and grief and loss issues. Dr. Forde specializes in treating those with a trauma history and
survivors of sexual abuse. She Is skilled in using hypnosis and EMDR to help with a variety of issues.
She utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and
family systems.
Regina Granados, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who was previously affiliated with the UC
Davis MIND Institute. She is currently on the Executive Board for the Sacramento Valley Psychological
Association. Dr. Granados focuses her practice on the needs of women and children. She provides
psychological testing and short-term counseling in the following areas: Autism Spectrum Disorders,
ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Parenting, Chronic Stress, Chronic Illness, and Grief. Dr. Granados is an
empathic clinician who uses the following therapeutic modalities: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy,
Holistic Psychology, Clinical Hypnosis, Play Therapy.
Welcome Dr. S. Handian!
Roger Mark Holcomb, M.A., L.M.F.T. assists individuals, adolescents, children, couples and families
in his practice. He has specialized experience and training to work with families dealing with sexual
abuse trauma, incest families, court mandated offenders, couples and families separating or re-uniting
due to incarceration, family reunification monitoring during post incarceration when appropriate, and
incest family cases complicated by substance abuse. He also has a passion for Catholic couples
struggling to remain faithful to vows and church. Mark also has many years of clinical experience
working with teens struggling with conduct and identity issues, and those challenged with gang
affiliation.
Susan Johnson, M.A., L.M.F.T., has been counseling couples, families, and individual adults and
teens since 1994. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she uses Family Systems theory to
educate family members and change the family system in order to recover healthy relationships. She
has worked extensively with step families, with adults molested as children and, using her experience
as a staff member at the Betty Ford Center, with recovering alcoholics and their families. Ms. Jonhson
has also conducted group therapy for women recovering from domestic violence. Ms. Jonhson is a
member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and is a Certified Trainer in
the Nurtured Heart Approach.
Amie Lemos-Miller, Ph.D. is a Psychologist who was previously affiliated with the UC Davis Children's
Hospital CAARE Center. Dr. Lemos-Miller has extensive experience working with children, adolescents,
and families experiencing varied internalizing and externalizing psychological difficulties. In particular,
she has expertise in conducting child welfare/court-ordered psychological evaluations with adults and
children, general psychological testing, and providing therapy services to youths and adults. She also
enjoys working with individuals affected by child maltreatment/trauma, Post traumatic Stress Disorder,
School Refusal Behavior, and Anxiety Disorders. Dr. Lemos-Miller is competent in using Parent-Child
Interaction Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,
and Family Systems modalities in her clinical practice.
Arthur R. Magana, Ph.D is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been practicing since 1996. Dr.
Magana has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and their families, treating a
broad range of social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Dr. Magana is a consulting Psychologist
for Head Start, foster care and adoption programs. He provides assessments and treatment for
children and adolescent with trauma based disorders including PTSD, depression, social anxiety
problems, and attachment disorders. He is also effective in assisting adults through life transitions and
loss. Dr. Magana is bilingual, providing services in English and Spanish.
Marla McCall, PMHNP, ANCC is a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a wide range of
experience caring for patients in every diagnostic category. Ms McCall has worked in both the public
and private sector practices caring for both outpatients and hospitalized patients, most recently at the
Veteran's Administration outpatient mental health outpatient clinic where I worked with every illness
including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, eating
disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, substance abuse and schizophrenia. I was the primary
direct care provider in one award-winning out-patient mental health program in the early 1990's. My
master's project on the topic of the family experience of bipolar disorder was awarded best
project/thesis at The University of Arizona Nurse Practitioner program. While I am American, my
experience living on three continents, has given me a depth of understanding of people from all walks
of life and different cultures. I have been a mental health provider educator as well as a cross cultural
health trainer. At the University of Arizona I was privileged to learn from some of the best internationally
known providers of holistic and integrative health care. My passion is working with patients and their
families to achieve their recovery goals and I am thrilled to be at Linder Psychiatric group.
Joan L. Powers, M.A., L.M.F.T. is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist who has been practicing
since 1988. She has worked with Adolescents, and Adults, Couples, and Families. She has
considerable experience working with issues of gender identity (LGBT) as well as mood disorders,
anxiety, ADHD and attachment disorders. Ms. Powers has previously worked as a clinical supervisor
for community based agencies serving different cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
Ms. L Ragsdale-Koffman, LMFT! Coming soon.
Timothy B. Rood, M.A., L.M.F.T., has over 20 years experience working with children, couples and
families in a number of professional settings. Tim is married with 5 children. Mr. Rood is a Licensed
Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Private Mediator, a Special Master, Collaborative Child
Specialist, Collaborative Divorce Coach and Custody Evaluator. He offers therapeutic services for
children, teens, adults and couples related to issues such as life stressors, relationship challenges,
school issues, special needs issues with children, grief and loss work and other issues that may be
interfering with the family or an individual's quality of life.
Steve Schmitt, MSW, LCSW joined Linder Psychiatric in July, 2009. He has extensive experience
working with children, adolescents, adults, and families at state and county-funded mental health
programs. He uses a cognitive behavioral approach to treat disorders usually first diagnosed in
childhood or adolescence, ADHD, depression and mood disorders, anxiety, men’s issues, stress-
related issues, and adjustment disorders. He has led therapy groups for children, adolescents, and
adults.
Bret P. Wangan, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. is a graduated from California State University Sacramento in
1987. Mr. Wangan has extensive experience with couples, families, children, and adolescents. Mr.
Wangan is skilled at improving communication, establishing appropriate expectations and developing
problem solving skills while working with families and children. His specialties include Behavioral
Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, High Functioning Autism,
Asperger's Syndrome and relationship problems.
Welcome: Dr. Handian! and Ragsdale-Koffman, LMFT!
Our Clinic Is committed to providing the highest quality of care and comprehensive diagnosis and
treatment planning that results in rapid and sustained improvement. We are very proud to say that
many people who have not gotten better in other treatment centers improve with us.
We opened our business ten years ago with a goal and commitment to provide a higher quality of care
than permitted when working in larger organizations. We are a family owned and operated practice
that Is driven to improve the mental health of children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Meet our friendly helpful staff!
Caytana, Office Manager 2006
Suzanne, Office Accountant, Claims & Billing Specialist 2001
Amanda, Office Assistant 2009
Larissa, Office Assistant Roseville 2008
Mary, Office Assistant 2009
has been practicing since 1991. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and
Neurology, and the immediate past President of the Central California Regional Organization of
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists. Dr. Linder has been listed in "Guide to America's Top Mental
Health Professionals" by the independent Consumer's' Research Council of America. He specializes in
the treatment of Bipolar Disorder in all age groups, other Mood Disorders, Anxiety disorders, ADHD,
Psychotic Disorders and Pervasive Developmental Disorders.
Renae Linder, M.S.W., L.C.S.W.. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since
1990. Ms. Linder had the honor of being listed in "Guide to America's Top Mental Health
Professionals" by the independent Consumers' Research Council of America. She specializes
in treating Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorders, ADHD, CD, and other Anxiety Disorders in Children,
Adolescents, and Adults. She previously was the Coordinator of the Veterans Administrations Dual
Diagnosis and Substance Abuse Treatment Programs, and Coordinator for Sierra Vista Children's
Residential Treatment Program. Ms. Linder is currently the principal investigator for an ADHD study.
Candace M. Fortune, M.D. is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She
specializes in the psychiatric treatment of children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Fortune's services
focus on the diagnostic and biological treatment of most psychiatric disorders including Depression,
Bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Anxiety, Eating and Psychotic Disorders.
Naiyar Zaman, M.D. is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He
specializes in the psychiatric treatment of children, adolescents and adults. His services focus on the
diagnosis and treatment of most psychiatric disorders including: Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD,
PTSD, OCD, Anxiety Disorders, and Psychotic Disorders.
Gloria Coy, M.A., L.M.F.T. is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing
since 2000. Ms. Coy has extensive experience working with Children, Adolescents, Adults, who present
with Attachment Disorders, ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD, Depression, Anger Management, Grief, and
survivors of sexual abuse. She has worked in a Drug and Alcohol program including individual and
group therapy. She is certified by the Parent Project to facilitate groups for parents of teens who are
court mandated or at risk. Ms. Coy is a Clinical member of the California Association of Marriage and
Family Therapists.
Wendy Fischer, M.A., L.M.F.T. is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing
since 1994. Ms. Fischer clients consist of Adolescents, Children, Adults, Couples, and Families. She
treats patients with Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, ADHD &/ Learning
Disabilities, and Chemical Dependency. Ms. Fischer worked previously as the Clinical Coordinator for
the ADHD/Learning Disability Clinic at Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
Heather Forde, Psy.D is a clinical psychologist and a graduate of the California School of
Professional Psychology. She Is passionate about helping people reach their full potential and creating
strong, vibrant and meaningful relationships. She welcomes adolescents and adults who seek
resolution to many of life issues including: stress, anxiety, phobias, depression, life transitions, self
esteem, and grief and loss issues. Dr. Forde specializes in treating those with a trauma history and
survivors of sexual abuse. She Is skilled in using hypnosis and EMDR to help with a variety of issues.
She utilizes a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and
family systems.
Regina Granados, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who was previously affiliated with the UC
Davis MIND Institute. She is currently on the Executive Board for the Sacramento Valley Psychological
Association. Dr. Granados focuses her practice on the needs of women and children. She provides
psychological testing and short-term counseling in the following areas: Autism Spectrum Disorders,
ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Parenting, Chronic Stress, Chronic Illness, and Grief. Dr. Granados is an
empathic clinician who uses the following therapeutic modalities: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy,
Holistic Psychology, Clinical Hypnosis, Play Therapy.
Welcome Dr. S. Handian!
Roger Mark Holcomb, M.A., L.M.F.T. assists individuals, adolescents, children, couples and families
in his practice. He has specialized experience and training to work with families dealing with sexual
abuse trauma, incest families, court mandated offenders, couples and families separating or re-uniting
due to incarceration, family reunification monitoring during post incarceration when appropriate, and
incest family cases complicated by substance abuse. He also has a passion for Catholic couples
struggling to remain faithful to vows and church. Mark also has many years of clinical experience
working with teens struggling with conduct and identity issues, and those challenged with gang
affiliation.
Susan Johnson, M.A., L.M.F.T., has been counseling couples, families, and individual adults and
teens since 1994. A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she uses Family Systems theory to
educate family members and change the family system in order to recover healthy relationships. She
has worked extensively with step families, with adults molested as children and, using her experience
as a staff member at the Betty Ford Center, with recovering alcoholics and their families. Ms. Jonhson
has also conducted group therapy for women recovering from domestic violence. Ms. Jonhson is a
member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and is a Certified Trainer in
the Nurtured Heart Approach.
Amie Lemos-Miller, Ph.D. is a Psychologist who was previously affiliated with the UC Davis Children's
Hospital CAARE Center. Dr. Lemos-Miller has extensive experience working with children, adolescents,
and families experiencing varied internalizing and externalizing psychological difficulties. In particular,
she has expertise in conducting child welfare/court-ordered psychological evaluations with adults and
children, general psychological testing, and providing therapy services to youths and adults. She also
enjoys working with individuals affected by child maltreatment/trauma, Post traumatic Stress Disorder,
School Refusal Behavior, and Anxiety Disorders. Dr. Lemos-Miller is competent in using Parent-Child
Interaction Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,
and Family Systems modalities in her clinical practice.
Arthur R. Magana, Ph.D is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been practicing since 1996. Dr.
Magana has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and their families, treating a
broad range of social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Dr. Magana is a consulting Psychologist
for Head Start, foster care and adoption programs. He provides assessments and treatment for
children and adolescent with trauma based disorders including PTSD, depression, social anxiety
problems, and attachment disorders. He is also effective in assisting adults through life transitions and
loss. Dr. Magana is bilingual, providing services in English and Spanish.
Marla McCall, PMHNP, ANCC is a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a wide range of
experience caring for patients in every diagnostic category. Ms McCall has worked in both the public
and private sector practices caring for both outpatients and hospitalized patients, most recently at the
Veteran's Administration outpatient mental health outpatient clinic where I worked with every illness
including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, eating
disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, substance abuse and schizophrenia. I was the primary
direct care provider in one award-winning out-patient mental health program in the early 1990's. My
master's project on the topic of the family experience of bipolar disorder was awarded best
project/thesis at The University of Arizona Nurse Practitioner program. While I am American, my
experience living on three continents, has given me a depth of understanding of people from all walks
of life and different cultures. I have been a mental health provider educator as well as a cross cultural
health trainer. At the University of Arizona I was privileged to learn from some of the best internationally
known providers of holistic and integrative health care. My passion is working with patients and their
families to achieve their recovery goals and I am thrilled to be at Linder Psychiatric group.
Joan L. Powers, M.A., L.M.F.T. is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist who has been practicing
since 1988. She has worked with Adolescents, and Adults, Couples, and Families. She has
considerable experience working with issues of gender identity (LGBT) as well as mood disorders,
anxiety, ADHD and attachment disorders. Ms. Powers has previously worked as a clinical supervisor
for community based agencies serving different cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
Ms. L Ragsdale-Koffman, LMFT! Coming soon.
Timothy B. Rood, M.A., L.M.F.T., has over 20 years experience working with children, couples and
families in a number of professional settings. Tim is married with 5 children. Mr. Rood is a Licensed
Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Private Mediator, a Special Master, Collaborative Child
Specialist, Collaborative Divorce Coach and Custody Evaluator. He offers therapeutic services for
children, teens, adults and couples related to issues such as life stressors, relationship challenges,
school issues, special needs issues with children, grief and loss work and other issues that may be
interfering with the family or an individual's quality of life.
Steve Schmitt, MSW, LCSW joined Linder Psychiatric in July, 2009. He has extensive experience
working with children, adolescents, adults, and families at state and county-funded mental health
programs. He uses a cognitive behavioral approach to treat disorders usually first diagnosed in
childhood or adolescence, ADHD, depression and mood disorders, anxiety, men’s issues, stress-
related issues, and adjustment disorders. He has led therapy groups for children, adolescents, and
adults.
Bret P. Wangan, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. is a graduated from California State University Sacramento in
1987. Mr. Wangan has extensive experience with couples, families, children, and adolescents. Mr.
Wangan is skilled at improving communication, establishing appropriate expectations and developing
problem solving skills while working with families and children. His specialties include Behavioral
Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder, High Functioning Autism,
Asperger's Syndrome and relationship problems.
Welcome: Dr. Handian! and Ragsdale-Koffman, LMFT!
Our Clinic Is committed to providing the highest quality of care and comprehensive diagnosis and
treatment planning that results in rapid and sustained improvement. We are very proud to say that
many people who have not gotten better in other treatment centers improve with us.
We opened our business ten years ago with a goal and commitment to provide a higher quality of care
than permitted when working in larger organizations. We are a family owned and operated practice
that Is driven to improve the mental health of children, Adolescents, and Adults.
Meet our friendly helpful staff!
Caytana, Office Manager 2006
Suzanne, Office Accountant, Claims & Billing Specialist 2001
Amanda, Office Assistant 2009
Larissa, Office Assistant Roseville 2008
Mary, Office Assistant 2009