Meet Dr. Uma Yarlagadda ("Dr. Y")
For more than 25 years, I have had the privilege of helping children, adolescents, and families navigate life's challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling lives. My approach is centered on listening, understanding each person's unique story, and partnering with families to create individualized treatment plans that support emotional well-being and growth.
Before starting my private practice, I served at Cook Children’s Health Care System in Fort Worth, Texas, from 2006 to 2018. During that time, I cared for medically fragile children and adolescents and was honored to serve as Medical Director of Psychiatry for five years.
I completed my Adult Psychiatry Residency at Henry Ford Health System and my Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at the University of Michigan. I am board certified in both Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Outside of my practice, I enjoy spending time with my family and staying active. Reading, playing pickleball, practicing Pilates, exercising, trekking, and exploring our National Parks are some of my favorite things to do.
I believe that maintaining balance, staying connected to the things we enjoy, and making time for self-care are important parts of overall well-being—values I strive to encourage in my patients and their families.
As a wife, mother, and physician, I understand the joys and challenges that come with balancing family, work, and personal well-being.
I look forward to helping you and your family find the support, understanding, and tools needed to thrive.
Meet Mrs. Dana Leatherwood, PMH-NP
Dana earned her Bachelor’s in Nursing from Texas Christian University and her Master’s in Nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington.
A board-certified Nurse Practitioner for 25 years, she has worked with children and adolescents in various psychiatric settings.
Dana tailors plans for each client, combining medication management, therapy, and lifestyle changes in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.
Meet Mr. Benjamin George, PA-C
Since January 2022, Benjamin (Ben) has worked at Lotus Psychiatric Services under Dr. Y, known for his enthusiastic patient care.
Ben is the behavioral health director of advanced practice at John Peter Smith Hospital, where he works in the Psychiatric Emergency Center, treating adolescent and adult patients with severe psychiatric issues.
Benjamin completed his Psychiatry Fellowship at John Peter Smith Hospital and his Physician Assistant Studies at the University of North Texas Health Science Center.
Ben lives in the Fort Worth area with his wife and four children.
Ben is an avid soccer and football fan, enjoys hunting & raising goats and chickens on his farm.
Phone: 817 431 3838, Fax: 817 431 3135
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