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Kari Norris

Kari Norris

“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” Working for over a decade, Kari has gained a broad range of experience providing care to individuals from all walks …

Erika Cleaves

Erika Cleaves (Davis)

Erika Cleaves is a dedicated social worker, advocate, therapist, and leader with more than 20 years of experience in the social services field. She currently serves as the Clinic …

Michelle Urquhart

Michelle Urquhart

Michelle specializes in working with children and adolescents, using child-centered play therapy and talk therapy to treat a variety of mental health concerns. Additionally, she …

Shelley Aki

Dr. Shelley Aki

As a licensed independent mental health practitioner with over ten years of experience, Shelley is passionate about helping individuals overcome life's challenges. She holds a …

Laura Artino

Laura Artino

Looking for a kind and patient listener who truly takes the time to understand your needs? Meet Laura! With expertise in working with both children (ages 5+) and adults, Laura …

Allie Bashkoff

Allie Bashkoff

Allie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker completing her studies at New York University. She has worked with a diverse client population, in a variety of different settings, …

Sydney Sherman

Sydney Sherman

Sydney is an energetic therapist with passion in helping others work through life obstacles. Sydney is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a degree in Community and Trauma …

Kelly Crawford DiQuattro

Kelly Crawford DiQuattro

Kelly is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who earned her Master’s degree from Columbus State University in 2023. Since 2018, she has worked in the mental health field …

Debbie Dillard-Stark

Debbie Dillard-Stark

As a seasoned therapist, I have a wealth of experience, having been a therapist for 46 years. I view life as a journey, with both adventures and challenges. Therapy is about …

Agha Hussain

Agha Hussain

Agha is a LPC and a graduate of the University of Houston-Victoria with his M.A. in Forensic Psychology. Agha’s training and theoretical orientations utilize CBT and M.I. as key …

Amanda Schuermann

Amanda Schuermann

Amanda is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with Ellie Mental Health in Concord. Her experience has provided her the opportunity to work with adolescents, adults, and …

Ellie McDonald

Ellie McDonald

Ellie is a temporary licensed mental health counselor (tLMHC). She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults through various life struggles. This includes, but …