Patient-focused compassion and thoughtful guidance is demonstrated by the welcoming, trustworthy members of our specialized team.
CEO & Co-Founder
Dr. Todd Benjamin Young is the Co-Founder and CEO at Paxina Health. He has been board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2013.
Dr. Young earned his undergraduate degree from Tulane University, where he studied history and completed the pre-medical curriculum. He then completed his Doctor of Medicine degree at the Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, followed by his psychiatry residency at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque. He continued his education by completing the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of California – San Diego. In addition to co-founding Paxina Health, he maintains a private psychiatry practice in Encinitas, California.
In addition to his focus on mental health care, Dr. Young is passionate in his pursuit of physical fitness, health, and wellness, with active practices in functional movement, yoga, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
“It never ceases to amaze me the kind, warm bedside manner that accompanies such a knowledgeable and experienced psychiatrist. With great respect, I highly recommend Dr. Todd Young’s services without reservation.”
“When you are looking for a psychiatrist, you need someone you can trust to treat you with care and respect, have the skill to help you in your moment of need, and think holistically about your health without just pushing pills. The most top-notch doctor who excels in all of these areas is Dr. Todd Young. He’s my top psychiatrist referral in San Diego County.”
“Dr. Young defines professionalism, and he is deeply dedicated to healing. He is able to compassionately sift through layers of complex suffering to help patients find a foothold.”
“I have had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Young for several years. He’s an incredible mentor and resource for my patients and knowing each of them will receive top-quality care, I confidently refer to Dr. Young quite often. He truly cares about every one of his patients, and that’s clearly reflected in his empathetic and thorough communications, individualized treatments plans, and continued dedication to learning and mastering the latest therapeutics. I highly recommend Dr. Young!”
CFO & Co-Founder
Dr. Nicodemus Watts is the Co-Founder and CFO at Paxina Health.
He has been board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry since 2009.
Dr. Watts earned his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and graduated from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, which is where he completed his residency. He continued his education at the Childhood and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program at the University of California – San Diego.
He is actively involved with several non-profit organizations in the San Diego area.
“I have had the pleasure and privilege to work with Dr. Watts for the past 15 years. He is both a skilled and compassionate physician with proficiency in diagnosing and treating complex cases from children to adults. Dr. Watts has special expertise in the latest psychiatric treatment modalities and non-invasive technologies, especially important for treatment-resistant cases. I highly recommend Dr. Watts without reservation.”
“I have had the privilege and pleasure of working with Dr. Watts while helping support some of the most behaviorally challenged, at-risk youth throughout San Diego County. He spends time with his patients to ensure they feel heard and understood. Dr. Watts goes ‘above and beyond’ and is always available to assist with case consultations. He is truly a genuine soul who has dramatically improved the lives of many he has helped throughout his career.”
“In my past experience, Dr. Watts has always approached his professional work with the highest integrity, competence, and dedication.”
TMS Lead
Jeshannah has been a medical assistant since 2013. Her formative experience in healthcare began at a not-for-profit organization that provided primary care to the homeless and medically underserved. She later transitioned to work in private pay facilities that focused on mental health, addiction, and functional medicine-informed approaches.
Her roles included direct patient care, managing teams in a clinical setting, and developing operations in an administrative capacity. She is deeply interested in work related to trauma and grief within marginalized communities.
Jeshannah earned her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina and is currently studying Public Health and Social Work.
Director of Nursing
Analyn is passionate about psychiatric nursing. She came to Paxina Health after working for more than 20 years as a nurse at California Forensic Medical Group – part of the San Diego County Probation Department’s Juvenile Hall where she cared for youths requiring medical attention.
Analyn enjoys helping young people in need of support, and for five of those years, she simultaneously worked part-time as a nurse at the Juvenile Courts Clinic where minors released from Juvenile Hall require psychiatric care.
In addition, Analyn works as a nurse for a home healthcare agency. She earned her nursing degree from National University in San Diego and graduated Magna Cum Laude.
TMS Technician
Rick is an active proponent of improving mental health, as demonstrated by his undergraduate studies at SDSU dedicated to therapy, research, and policy, alongside his work history at a behavioral health center in San Diego. He is keenly interested in psychedelic-assisted therapies and other integrative treatments in the psychiatric field.
Rick assists various organizations in providing peer-support crisis counseling to individuals experiencing psychological distress or emotional difficulties sometimes related to non-ordinary states of consciousness; this includes implementing harm reduction at events and festivals around the country.
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