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Sarah Vanell

Sarah Vanell

Sarah (she/her) is a licensed social worker with a Master's degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University. Because our individual journeys are unique, Sarah uses a creative …

Emalee Jones

Emalee Jones

Emalee is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Alabama who believes that making space for hard emotions often reveals resilience, honesty, and the shared humanity that connects us …

Kathy Latz

Kathy Latz

Starting therapy takes courage. When you step into a session with me, you’re stepping into a space built on trust, acceptance, and collaboration. No two people have the same story, …

Emily Peters

Emily Peters

Emily Peters is a Resident in Counseling and graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University’s Mental Health Counseling program. She has experience working with individuals with a …

Maria Gaston

Maria Gaston

Maria has been dedicated to supporting the mental and emotional well-being of both adults and adolescents. With over 15 years of experience, she provides a safe, confidential, and …

Renee O'Connell

Renee O’Connell

Renee is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern dedicated to supporting individuals ages ten and older on their journey toward healing and personal growth. With a compassionate …

Brittney Bach

Brittney Bach

Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself—especially during times of uncertainty. As your therapist, I strive to support you through life’s …

Abby Porter

Abby Porter

Abby is a compassionate and dedicated pre-doctoral resident committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental, and client-centered space where individuals can explore challenges and …

Annaka Taylor

Annaka Taylor

I earned my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an Advanced Trauma Focus from Bay Path University and my Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology with a concentration …

Elanda Atencio

Elanda Atencio

Elanda-Isabella, earned her Clinical MSW at Boston University. She specializes in couples/marriage therapy, trauma recovery for complex PTSD and self-development. She has served …

Malinda (Mindy) Jackson

Malinda (Mindy) Jackson

With over 14 years of experience, I help children, teens, and adults move through anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions in a space built on trust, respect, and …

Katie Kogelmann

Katie Kogelmann

Katie Kogelmann is a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 24 years of experience working with all ages, cultures, abilities, and life situations. She has a supportive and …