Meet Our Team
Our experienced psychiatric providers are dedicated to delivering compassionate, individualized care in a supportive and respectful environment.We work collaboratively with patients to create treatment plans that align with their needs, goals, and values.
Huma Ansari
MD, FAPA
Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Dr Ansari is the founder of Mind Matters Psychiatry LLC. She completed her psychiatry residency from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, NY (now Icahn School of Medicine) and participates in a variety of Continued Medical Education (CME activities) every year to keep her knowledge up-to-date. Dr Ansari has 10+ years of clinical experience to help guide you in the journey for your mental well being.
Dr Ansari is a member of the following professional organizations:
• American Psychiatric Association
• American Medical Association
• New Jersey Psychiatric Association
Virtual: Monday & Thursday
In-office: Tuesday & Wednesday
Gary Jean
APN
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Gary Jean is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in multiple states, with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from New Jersey City University and a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Missouri.
He has completed advanced training in Addiction Treatment at Yale University and earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from the State University of Haiti, along with a Master of Public Health degree from the Free University of Brussels, Belgium.
Mr. Jean is dedicated to creating a safe, culturally sensitive, and supportive environment where patients feel empowered to share their experiences and actively participate in their mental health care. He is fluent in English, French, and Creole.
Virtual: Tuesday & Wednesday
In-office: Monday & Thursday
Renay Opokuh
APN
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Renay Opokuh is a dedicated psychiatric mental health professional with extensive experience supporting individuals across the mental health continuum. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus in psychiatric nursing from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS).
Ms. Opokuh has experience providing intensive mental health care, including treatment for individuals with acute psychiatric needs and dual diagnoses. She is committed to ongoing professional development to ensure her clinical knowledge and skills remain up to date.
Her goal is to partner with patients to help them achieve meaningful, sustainable improvements in their mental health and overall quality of life.
Virtual: Wednesday & Friday
In-office: Tuesday & Thursday
Melissa McCalister
APN
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Melissa McCalister is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner credentialed by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UMDNJ–Rutgers University (Newark, NJ) and her Master of Science in Nursing from Kean University (Union, NJ).
Ms. McCalister completed her psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner training at Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, PA. She strongly believes in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care and works closely with individuals to develop personalized treatment plans.
She has experience treating a wide range of psychiatric conditions and is passionate about supporting patients on their path toward optimal mental wellness.
Virtual: Tuesday & Thursday
In-office: Wednesday
Nidhi Sharma
APN
Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Nidhi Sharma is a dedicated psychiatric mental health professional committed to supporting individuals across the mental health continuum. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Grand Canyon University and her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Monmouth University, with a focus on psychiatric mental health care.
Ms. Sharma has over four years of experience providing comprehensive mental health care to adults and adolescents. She specializes in treating a range of conditions including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and stress-related concerns. She utilizes a patient-centered, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Her goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where patients feel comfortable engaging in their care and working toward meaningful, lasting improvements in their mental health and overall quality of life.
Virtual: Wednesday, Friday, and select Saturdays
In-office: Not available