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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional and qualified supervisor for registered interns. I use cognitive behavior based therapies. Recovery is not one size fits all and I provide various tools and options to develop a healthy lifestyle, with appropriate coping mechanisms and lifestyle changes.

Jaki has been working in social work for over 20 years. She received her Master's Degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, with a clinical concentration that focused on families and children. Jaki has experience working with diverse populations in various settings within the community. These settings include public education, foster care, and outpatient courts' mental health programs. Jaki understands the importance of meeting each client where they are. She utilizes holistic, strength-based, and solution-focused therapeutic approaches to help her clients achieve their goals.

I am a solution focused individual and couples therapist. I think finding the right therapist is so crucial to the therapeutic process.  I want to ensure that anyone who sees me feels heard, accepted and supported.  I want to empower my clients to feel confident and stronger and to live the best possible quality of life while achieving their goals.

I'm a doctoral prepared, licensed, and dual board-certified family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I received my Doctor of Nursing Practice and Post Masters Certification in Psychiatric Mental Healthcare from Brandman University, Irvine California. I received Master of Science as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Bachelor of Science in nursing from Tennessee State University, Nashville TN. I have over 18 years of work experience in the medical field and has worked in diverse positions. I have acquired extensive background in telepsychiatry, inpatient and outpatient mental health patients. Mental health disorders addressed include but not limited to Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Bipolar and Insomnia. I am certified to work with all ages, however choses to focus on clients ages 15 and 68. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and the elderly population. My notable competencies includes the ability to understand the patients’ complex needs, interprofessional collaboration, systems thinking, and clinical judgment. I adhere to nursing values, ethics, standards, and laws when providing holistic and patient-centered care. I am patient driven, family centered, and compassionate care is my basis for treatment plans that include psychotherapy and medication management for best patient outcome. My primary practice goal is to provide evidence-based, holistic care by combining psychopharmacology with supportive psychotherapy to enhance each individual’s mental, physical, and emotional state of well-being. I value collaborative relationships and enjoy tailoring care by taking into account one’s unique identities, background, and environment. Patients describe me as caring, experienced, attentive, and goal oriented in my approach. My ability to encourage, good-naturedly communicate and explain key elements of a successful treatment plan makes my services exceptional.

About Me: I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 15+ years of experience in both physical and mental healthcare. I received a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University and earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Business and Nursing. I bring a compassionate, individualized approach to help my clients overcome their mental health concerns. With a strong background in both psychiatry and nursing, my mission is to provide high-quality mental health care to my patients. I specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of mental health issues using a compassionate and evidence-based approach. I am currently accepting new patients age 6+ and specialize in difficulty relaxing or sleeping, depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, OCD, PTSD, autism, and many other challenges. I offer therapeutic interventions, such as psychotherapy and counseling, and I collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for each patient. My goal is to educate patients and their families about mental health and provide them with the tools and coping strategies necessary for a healthier life. With extensive experience across various healthcare settings, including hospice care, rehabilitation, and outpatient services, I am committed to delivering exceptional care to individuals of all ages. Whether working with low-income clients or those with complex medical needs, I approach each case with cultural competence and sensitivity. I believe in fostering a team-oriented environment, keeping open lines of communication with physicians and other professionals, to ensure continuity and quality of care. I am passionate about making a difference in the lives of my patients and look forward to supporting their journey to better mental health. Treatment philosophy: My treatment philosophy is centered on compassionate, patient-focused care. I believe in engaging deeply with my patients, listening to their unique stories, and understanding their needs. My approach integrates various therapeutic methods, such as cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapy, ensuring every individual receives tailored support. I value collaboration, working alongside a dedicated team of professionals to provide well-rounded care. Every treatment plan is crafted with cultural sensitivity and an emphasis on education, empowering patients and their families with the needed knowledge. I integrate both therapy and medication to help restore balance and enhance their quality of life. I aim to help them become the best version of themselves.

Adriana Davidson is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) offering telehealth services for anyone residing in Texas. She works with adolescents and adults using an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each new client. She received her Masters of Science degree in Social Work with a focus in Mental Health & Substance Abuse from the University of Texas at Arlington. Ms. Davidson received specialized mental health and substance abuse clinical training for working specifically with children and youth funded through the US Department of Health & Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Ms. Davidson has over 6 years of experience in a variety of settings and with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief interventions. Areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, bipolar, chronic pain, addiction, divorce, family conflict, stress, coping skills, relationship challenges, grief, vocational changes, life transitions, sexuality and anger management. Adriana believes in offering clients a safe space where they can feel compassion, no judgement, empathy and acceptance.

Hi, I'm Inga K. Pinson. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and a board-approved supervisor for both credentials. I warmly welcome you to join me on your path to healing and self-discovery. I'm dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for you to grow and heal. I specialize in helping people with relationship issues, personal growth, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I work with you to develop personalized strategies based on evidence-based practices. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I'm here to help you every step of the way.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been providing therapeutic services since 2013. I specialize in client-centered practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused approaches. I have worked with individuals, families, and veterans on issues with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am passionate about helping people get out of "stuckness" and built upon inherent tools to problem solve outside of therapy. I believe everyone has the ability to build independence, self-worth, and inner strength.

I'm dedicated to helping others discover and challenge things that no longer serve them. I will help you examine habits, patterns, and events in terms of how they have shaped you and work with you to find exciting ways to move forward.

I work with adolescent and adult individuals, couples and families around issues of trauma, anxiety, relational distress, communication, and boundaries. With an open, non-judgmental relational approach, I foster empowerment within my clients. My approach is based on the belief that you are naturally intelligent and resourceful. My role is to help bring out the skills, creativity, and strengths within yourself. Through self-examination, self-compassion, and integration you can have more freedom, balance and joy in your life which can lead to greater clarity, satisfaction, and peace.