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Hello! I'm George Nnamchi, a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Hampden, Maine. With over 16 years of experience, I have a strong background in offering comprehensive care to patients in hospital settings. My passion lies in working with diverse patient populations and building trusting relationships to ensure the best health outcomes. As an RN with a wealth of experience, I specialize in telemetry, medical-surgical, and behavioral health care. Helping patients recover from surgeries, managing mental health conditions, or leading community health initiatives, I strive to provide first-class care. I also take pride in my leadership roles, having worked on policies to improve patient and nurse experiences locally and internationally. I'm skilled in various areas, such as medication management, cardiac resuscitation, and effective communication. I aim to continuously improve patient care and satisfaction through education and counseling. Outside of work, I enjoy running and playing soccer. I look forward to helping you on your health journey with compassion and dedication. Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to know more or need my assistance. Treatment philosophy: I am a dedicated and compassionate provider, focused on delivering client-centered care that recognizes the connection between body, soul, and mind. As a psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner, I believe that effective communication, active listening, and truly understanding the client and the factors contributing to their symptoms are key to achieving my goals. I collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide trusted and fulfilling therapy, specializing in the assessment and management of mental health issues through psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. My aim is to help clients regain control of their mental health and ensure their journey is a successful one.

I am a dynamic and passionate leader, educator, and clinician with a goal to help you become the best version of yourself. I have two decades of experience in working in behavioral health and addiction treatment—serving clients spanning from ages 4 to 90. I spent the last 10 years as an operational executive with addiction treatment providers in the United States.  I find fulfillment in helping others learn to overcome their substance and behavioral addictions. I work with patients to solve the complex problems that lead to addiction—validating their journey along the way and providing unconditional positive regard through their troubles and successes. I believe that addiction is not the problem, therefore, I approach addiction as a maladaptive solution to a problem. I look forward to guiding you through the discovery of healthy solutions to those problems.  My approach is a holistic focus on healing the full psyche (mind, body, and spirit) through an evolutionary and anthropological view of psychology. I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Existential Therapy coupled with motivational interviewing and trauma informed care to explore the unique experiences that makes each of us human.  As a former Licensed Guidance Counselor and Student Assistance Program (SAP) Counselor, I have a strong level of expertise in working with teens and young adults who have addiction. I also specialize in working with individuals with behavioral addictions and affliction (gambling, sex, pornography, work, etc.) My areas of expertise include substance use, behavioral addictions, and the relationship between trauma and addiction.  Credentials: I received a master’s degree in Community and College Counseling from Longwood University, and a dual Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Human Services from Lyndon State College. I am a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate in the state of North Carolina.  It is important to note that as an LCAS-A, although I am able to practice and bill independently, at times I may have to consult with my supervisor for clinical purposes. No identifying information will be relayed or discussed in consultation or supervision. My supervisor is Boyce Smith, MA, LCAS, LCMHCA, NCC, CCS, MAC.  I currently live in Charlotte, NC where I enjoy spending time with my family and dogs, doing yoga, running, cycling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and boxing. 

Hi. I'm Shannon. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. My areas of interest include personality and identity development, LGBTQIA concerns (including gender dysphoria, gender exploration & gender transition), depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, men's mental health, post-trauma intervention, and treatment for problem sexual behavior. Before beginning my career in counseling, I worked in the field of victim services for 15 years, serving as a professional victim advocate in five different states and speaking on a local and national level about the effects of sexual violence. I remain passionate about the issues related to sexual trauma and victimization. I have provided individual and group treatment for those convicted of sexual offenses since 2015, and I have facilitated a process group for victims of sexual violence since 2019. I am honored to work alongside clients on their journeys towards self-discovery, healing and wellness. I am both compassionate and direct. I practice with an anti-discrimination, anti-oppression, and anti-racist orientation, and I care about how your personal experiences have influenced your view of yourself, of others, and of the world. I use an integrative and client-centered approach to counseling to assist clients in their personal growth and development. I provide off-site group therapy by contract and in partnership with local organizations. I am available for training and consultation to professionals, students, and service organizations on topics including trauma, interpersonal violence, mental health disorders, gender and sexuality, sex offender management and treatment, and self-care for caregivers. I have provided expert witness testimony on victim behavior, sexual assault reporting procedures, and the effects of trauma, and I am available for consultation to prosecutors. As an LPC Supervisor, I am approved by the LA LPC Board to supervise Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselors (PLPC's). PLPC's must document a minimum of 3,000 hours of post-master's experience in professional mental health counseling under the clinical supervision of a board-approved supervisor before they may be fully licensed, If you are interested in LPC Supervision, please click on the Clinical Supervision link under the Services tab.

Accepting New Patients- Telehealth and In person! Briah Tarapacki is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Arizona board registered Clinical Supervisor, and Clinical Director of The Healing Peace Counseling (www.healingpeacecounseling.com). She has 6+ years experience in crisis and general mental health services. Briah specializes in working with teens and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, interpersonal relationship concerns, domestic violence, eating disorders, self-esteem, and body image concerns. She recognizes the vulnerability it takes to begin this process and the power that therapy can have in changing people’s lives.She believes that nobody knows you better than yourself and her role is to empower you in your healing journey. She employs modalities such (EMDR), (CBT), (TF-CBT), (DBT), (MI), Mindfulness, Client Centered, and Experiential Therapy.Briah believes in shaping the modalities to meet the unique needs of individuals. Intertwined in her therapeutic approach she always advocates the importance of self-care, as she is passionate about the power that physical health can play in one’s mental health. Briah can also get you connected to a clinician on her team!

Rubina Anis is an LPC Associate at Martin Counseling, currently residing in the Greater Houston area, Texas. Rubina has a MA in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University Leiden, the Netherlands, and MSc. in Human Development from Nagpur University, India. She specializes in counseling, early intervention, Adlerian school, play and family therapy, and grief counseling.   She provides counseling to families, children, teenagers on the autism spectrum and specializes in helping children having developmental delays. She has 20 years of working experience in mainstream schools, special education, hospitals, and child protection agencies. She specializes in childhood disorders such as enuresis, encopresis, selective mutism, anxiety, and depression. In the past 20 years, Rubina has had the unique experience of living in 5 different continents; India, UAE, Netherlands, Brunei, US, and working with clients from at least 50 different nationalities. She, therefore, understands the family dynamics of various cultures and how that affects the development of the child. She incorporates cultural understanding and training in psychology and plays therapy to empower young parents to enhance their children’s development. 

I am a practicing Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Art Therapist.  I believe through sharing our story and reflecting on our experiences we can find healing and new ways of seeing our world.  Therapy is a safe and unbiased place to start this exploration and I am always honored to hold space and provide support on this journey with clients. 

Specializing in working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. 

Private practice that has the ability to see patients via telehealth or an in person visit. Seeing patients from ages 17  and up . I have been treating patients who are experiencing mental health or addiction issues  for over twenty years. Each patient who comes to the practice will be treated as if they are my only patient. Flexible appointments in including  weekends allows for easy scheduling.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, Gottman couples intimacy/sexual intimacy, childhood hurts, codependency, women's issues, and parenting support. I am passionate about helping clients adjust to each life transition, resolve losses, deepen relationships and integrate mind, body and spirit to live wholeheartedly.

I am Taja-Nia, an adolescent and young adult therapist who helps clients control their behavioral response to difficult emotions, adjust to change, and live a life that makes them proud. My work with youth in various fields helped me discover my passion for Black and brown youth in underserved communities. These experiences led to the pursuit of my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Bradley University, and my work in clinical settings. As a program specialist in a major inpatient psychiatric hospital and crisis line volunteer, I have helped clients in crisis regulate their emotions and develop lifestyle changes to promote overall wellness. This was done by working with them to identify triggers, exploring coping skills, and plan for next steps. I believe therapy is a collaborative process between the client and the counselor, with the client being the expert of their own life. As such, I create a safe space and act as a guide, assisting the client as they explore past and current issues, unhealthy patterns, and identify overall goals. I utilize evidence-based strategies and techniques from an integrated cognitive-behavioral, individual psychology approach. Additionally, I incorporate aspects of mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. Human behavior is learned and developed within social contexts. Each individual presents with unique views based on their developmental age, socioeconomic status, gender identity, familial background, and culture. Taking all of this into consideration, I meet clients where they are mentally and emotionally. Treatment is tailored to meet clients’ individual needs. I have experience with youth and young adults who present with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, suicidal ideations and self-injurious behavior, as well as disruptive behavior, life transitions, and trauma. I work with clients between the ages of 11 and 30 to effectively address problematic areas and identify mutually agreed upon goals. Psychoeducation is provided to increase understanding which assists in that goal setting and optimal client functioning. My ultimate goal as a therapist is to promote client insight, challenge faulty thinking, encourage behavioral change, and empower clients to take control over their lives in ways that lead to mental, physical, and emotional wellness.