Dr. Muhammad Atif Akhtar, MD

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Address

3 Sugar Creek Center Boulevard Suite 600 Sugar Land, TX 77478

Phone

713-379-5908

Hours

• Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Tuesday: Closed
• Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Thursday: Closed
• Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• Saturday: Closed

Insurances Accepted

Aetna
AHCCCS
AmeriBen
Champ VA
Carelon
Cigna
ComPsych
Contigo Health
DMBA
Devoted Health
EMI Health
The Holman Group
Humana
Magellan Health
Medicare
Meritain Health
Optum
Tricare
TriWest CCN
United Healthcare
University Health Plans
Uprise Health

Dr. Muhammad Atif Akhtar, MD

Psychiatrist

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About Andrew Nichols, NP

Andrew Nichols, NP has over 10 years of healthcare experience spanning both military and civilian nursing. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Andrew brings a sense of community to everything he does, and that same grounded, personal care carries into every patient interaction at Serenity.

Education and Background

Andrew earned his advanced practice degree from Texas State University and pursued specialized training in psychiatric mental health care. He served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, working as a Critical Care and En Route Care Nurse at Naval Hospital Okinawa and with the 3d Medical Battalion.
He joined Serenity drawn by the practice’s commitment to interventional treatments, including TMS and ketamine therapy, that go beyond conventional options to offer patients real, evidence-based paths forward.

Care Philosophy

Andrew approaches each session by staying present and grounded during even the most difficult moments. He meets every patient with understanding rather than judgment, and with care that is guided by clarity, honesty, and a genuine belief that treatment works best as a collaborative process.

What to Expect

In your first visit, Andrew will take time to understand what has been going on and what matters most to you before anything else. From there, you will build a plan together, one that feels manageable and effective. He listens closely and makes sure nothing important gets missed.

Personal Interests

When Andrew is not with patients, you will likely find him at the gym, reading a book, or practicing mindfulness. His greatest joy, though, is time with his kids, including volunteering at their school where he leads science experiments and happily takes on lunchtime duty.

About Dr. Muhammad Atif Akhtar, MD

Dr. Muhammad Atif Akhtar is a board-certified psychiatrist at Serenity Mental Health Centers in Sugar Land, TX. He provides personalized, evidence-based psychiatric care for individuals of all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults.

Dr. Akhtar earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan, and completed both his psychiatry residency and child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Texas–Houston. His clinical training has equipped him to treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and more.

His interest in psychiatry began during research with individuals living with multiple sclerosis, where he witnessed firsthand how depression and emotional pain can be just as debilitating as physical illness. That experience deepened his commitment to supporting patients through both visible and invisible challenges.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Akhtar enjoys watching football and cricket, and taking road trips across North America with his family.

If you’re seeking a psychiatrist in Sugar Land, TX who provides compassionate, comprehensive care, Dr. Akhtar is here to help you take the next step in your mental health journey.