Providers
Meet Our Expert Providers: A Dedicated Team at Western PA Behavioral Health Resources
At Western PA Behavioral Health Resources, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional mental health care through a team of highly qualified and compassionate providers. Each of our team members brings a unique set of skills and specialties, ensuring that we can meet the diverse needs of our patients. Below are some of our dedicated providers who are committed to delivering personalized, evidence-based care.
Geith Shahoud M.D.
Dr. Geith Shahoud is a renowned psychiatrist with over three decades of experience. Originally from Syria, he transitioned from internal medicine to psychiatry, specializing in adult, child, and adolescent care. Dr. Shahoud has held leadership roles at Highland Hospital, Southwood Psychiatric Hospital, and Excela Health Latrobe. He founded Western PA Behavioral Health Resources (WPABHR), and Co-found Alepix Behavioral Clinic (ABC) providing comprehensive mental health services. His work includes serving on the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Board and collaborating with IU1 to enhance community mental health. Dr. Shahoud’s compassionate approach and expertise make him a trusted leader in psychiatry.
Sydur Rahman M.D.
Dr. Rahman, originally from Brooklyn, NY, earned his biochemistry and mathematics degree from NYU and his medical degree from Johns Hopkins. He completed his pediatric residency at the University of Florida and a fellowship in psychiatry at UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital. Dr. Rahman is trained in pediatrics, general psychiatry, and child psychiatry. He is a member of the ISSTD, AAAS, and Johns Hopkins Medical & Surgical Association.
Ashley Tonsetic MSN, CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Ashley is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 13 years of experience in the psychiatric field, including child and adult inpatient care and emergency psychiatric settings. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Drexel University and began her career at Western PA Behavioral Health Resources. Ashley is dedicated to providing individualized care plans that focus on the unique needs of each patient, treating various psychiatric disorders in adults and children through collaborative, evidence-based practice.
Michele Reed, RN, BSN, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP-BC
Michelle is a highly skilled psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She also has extensive expertise in working with individuals with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities (ID) across both child and adult populations. With a strong commitment to providing comprehensive and compassionate care, Michelle serves patients at WPABHR office, TCV, and in school-based settings. Her approach emphasizes individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs of her patients, helping them achieve their full potential while addressing complex psychiatric and developmental challenges.
Samantha King-Bush RN, BSN, CRNP-BC
Samantha is a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) currently pursuing certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Since 2016, she has focused on mental health, working in inpatient, outpatient, and addiction medicine settings. Currently employed at Western PA Behavioral Health Resources. Â Samantha’s background in addiction medicine provides extensive expertise. She manages a wide range of diagnoses for diverse patient populations.