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Vanessa Pugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, with board ...
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Vanessa Pugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, with board certification from the National Board for Cer...
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Who might be a good fit for Vanessa?
Individuals navigating challenges like trauma, anxiety, or mood disorders may find support through the approach used by Vanessa Pugh. She integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based self-compassion to create a compassionate and personalized space that respects each client’s unique experiences and goals.
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Sherile Smith, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with over 16 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and fam...
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Sherile Smith, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor with over 16 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families in achieving emotional well-being and p...
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Who might be a good fit for Sherile?
Individuals or couples navigating mood disorders, relationship challenges, or trauma recovery may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Sherile Smith. Her person-centered approach, combined with techniques like CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing, supports clients in building healthier patterns and stronger personal boundaries within a compassionate and collaborative setting.
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Avani Patel is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric care to clients with depression, ...
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Avani Patel is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric care to clients with depression, anxiety, bipolar, substance abuse, and attent...
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Who might be a good fit for Avani?
Avani Patel may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing depression, anxiety, ADHD, or substance use concerns. She integrates evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, tailoring treatment plans to support mental wellness across different stages of adulthood.
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Kathleen Puckett, has worked in community based care, inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, private practice and jail-based ...
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Kathleen Puckett, has worked in community based care, inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, private practice and jail-based treatment. Ms. Puckett believes in what she d...
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Who might be a good fit for Kathleen?
Kathleen Puckett may be a good match for people navigating anxiety or depression who prefer a compassionate, strength-based framework. She offers support that honors clients’ unique journeys, including those within the LGBTQ+ community, with an emphasis on partnership and resilience throughout the healing process.
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Sean Wiest is a PMHNP - BC who has been providing mental health services and assessments to adult patients with depression and anx...
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Sean Wiest is a PMHNP - BC who has been providing mental health services and assessments to adult patients with depression and anxiety for almost 2 years. He enjoys listening ...
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Who might be a good fit for Sean?
People experiencing depression or anxiety and looking for a therapist with experience in medication management might consider Sean Wiest’s style of care. He combines a compassionate, strength-based approach with evidence-informed therapies like CBT and mindfulness to support adults through challenging emotional times.
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Clinton Cunningham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Social Worker with 15 years of experience helping children, ado...
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Clinton Cunningham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Social Worker with 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate challenges incl...
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Who might be a good fit for Clinton?
Clinton Cunningham may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, addiction, or relationship challenges. His collaborative and respectful style, combined with approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy, supports clients in building resilience and finding personalized paths toward growth.
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Desiree Bridges, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, rel...
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Desiree Bridges, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm...
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Who might be a good fit for Desiree?
People experiencing anxiety or trauma and looking for a therapist with experience in evidence-based approaches might consider Desiree Bridges’ style of care. She offers a trauma-informed, compassionate space that supports clients in developing emotional regulation and living in alignment with their values, with a special focus on serving BIPOC communities, women, and those facing life transitions.
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Lisa has over 15 years experience as a mental health therapist and is looking forward to working with you. Her specialties include...
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Lisa has over 15 years experience as a mental health therapist and is looking forward to working with you. Her specialties include, and are not limited to: Stress management, ...
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Who might be a good fit for Lisa?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety or depression may appreciate the methods Lisa Raney incorporates into her practice. She offers a compassionate, interactive style that emphasizes a judgment-free space, integrating approaches like CBT and mindfulness to support clients across various adult life stages.
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Sheriese Bone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting adults, teens, and families on thei...
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Sheriese Bone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting adults, teens, and families on their journey toward healing, growth, and resilie...
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Who might be a good fit for Sheriese?
Individuals focused on improving resilience while managing stress or trauma may find support in Sheriese Bone’s work. Her trauma-informed, client-centered approach integrates evidence-based techniques like CBT and DBT to create a safe space where clients can build awareness and healing at their own pace.
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Latonia Mitchell, PMHNP is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for indi...
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Latonia Mitchell, PMHNP is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals across diverse backgrounds. With expe...
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Who might be a good fit for Latonia?
Clients in need of guidance around emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, or addiction could benefit from Latonia Mitchell’s approach. Her collaborative and strength-based style, combined with a commitment to creating safe, affirming spaces for diverse communities, supports individuals as they build resilience and take meaningful steps toward recovery.
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Diana Castro-Moctezuma, LIMHP, is a licensed independent mental health practitioner with over five years of experience supporting ...
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Diana Castro-Moctezuma, LIMHP, is a licensed independent mental health practitioner with over five years of experience supporting individuals through addiction, anxiety, depre...
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Who might be a good fit for Diana?
Individuals focused on improving emotional regulation while managing addiction or mood disorders may find support in Diana Castro-Moctezuma’s work. Her compassionate, culturally sensitive approach integrates cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and acceptance and commitment therapies, creating a strengths-based space especially welcoming to LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, and neurodiverse clients.
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"Gilonda is awesome, great conversation and gave me lots of positive things to work on and think about!" -Lucas Bell B. from MN...
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"Gilonda is awesome, great conversation and gave me lots of positive things to work on and think about!" -Lucas Bell B. from MNLife challenges do not discriminate. Whe...
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Who might be a good fit for Gilonda?
Individuals focused on improving emotional resilience while managing stress and life transitions may find support in Gilonda Butler’s work. She incorporates a compassionate, client-centered approach blending cognitive and mindfulness-based therapies to help individuals explore their stories and build meaningful paths toward healing.
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Michele Byrd is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over five years of experience in menta...
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Michele Byrd is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over five years of experience in mental health and more than a decade of critical c...
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Who might be a good fit for Michele?
Individuals navigating challenges like ADHD, mood disorders, or depression may find support through the approach used by Michele Byrd. Her background in neuroscience and focus on supportive medication management can provide structured care for children, teens, and young adults facing these concerns.
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Susan Bock is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been providing mental health counseling to adult clients with depression ...
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Susan Bock is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been providing mental health counseling to adult clients with depression and anxiety for six years. She enjoys helping...
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Who might be a good fit for Susan?
Susan Bock may be well-suited to individuals who value cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches in managing anxiety and depression. Her use of motivational interviewing and skills-focused strategies can support clients aiming to reduce symptoms and enhance overall well-being across different adult life stages.
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Jessica Cooper is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in a wide range of areas, including ADHD, anger management, anxie...
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Jessica Cooper is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in a wide range of areas, including ADHD, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, and ...
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Who might be a good fit for Jessica?
Jessica Cooper may support individuals who want to explore self-esteem and boundary-setting through a cognitive behavioral therapy-informed lens. She integrates techniques like neuro-linguistic programming to empower clients, with a particular focus on women’s issues and those balancing complex personal and professional roles.
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Emily Mims, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, is a dual-certified nurse practitioner who brings a holistic, patient-centered approach to psychiatri...
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Emily Mims, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, is a dual-certified nurse practitioner who brings a holistic, patient-centered approach to psychiatric care. With advanced training as both a Psyc...
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Who might be a good fit for Emily?
People experiencing depression, anxiety, or addiction, or those wanting to strengthen their overall well-being, could benefit from Emily Mims’s focused therapeutic work. Her holistic, patient-centered approach integrates mental, physical, and social health to support lasting recovery and stability, with particular attention to underserved communities.
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Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He...
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Daniel Lowenstein is a psychiatrist who has been providing Psychiatric care to adults with depression and anxiety for 8 years. He was drawn to the practice of mental health b...
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Who might be a good fit for Daniel?
Clients in need of guidance around emotional challenges like depression and anxiety could benefit from Daniel Lowenstein’s approach. He integrates medication management with psychodynamic therapy to support adults seeking a comprehensive and thoughtful path toward healing.
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Kimberly Buckner is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has focused her entire healthcare career on impr...
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Kimberly Buckner is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has focused her entire healthcare career on improving the mental health care system. As a wif...
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Who might be a good fit for Kimberly?
Clients seeking structured support for ADHD or looking to improve emotional regulation might consider working with Kimberly Buckner. Her holistic, patient-centered approach integrates evidence-based therapies with compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of adults across different life stages.
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Shanae Mapp is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two years of experience supporting adolescents and adults ...
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Shanae Mapp is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two years of experience supporting adolescents and adults in their mental health journeys. She earned h...
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Who might be a good fit for Shanae?
Those managing concerns related to bipolar disorder or seeking support through transitions in middle and older adulthood may appreciate the methods Shanae Mapp incorporates into her practice. Her compassionate, culturally sensitive approach integrates evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness, aiming to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds in their mental health journeys.
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Brittany Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She has worked in the mental health field for the last ...
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Brittany Stark is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She has worked in the mental health field for the last 3 years. She specializes in working with chil...
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Who might be a good fit for Brittany?
Clients facing concerns such as grief, anxiety, or mood-related challenges may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Brittany Stark. Drawing from her extensive background in education and behavioral health, she tailors evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness to create a compassionate, individualized space for healing across different life stages.
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