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Clinical Director
Jessica Ramey, M.Ed., LPC/MHSP/S, NCC
Supervised Counselors
Alesia Jones, MA
Alesia received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. She’s always had a passion for helping others, especially as it relates to Mental Health. Alesia has been connected to the Mental Health field for over 12 years. She’s volunteered and worked in a variety of capacities to help others reach their own level of healthiness. She’s helped families create new routines and boundaries. She’s guided those suffering from addiction by identifying roots and establishing new behaviors. She’s also aided individuals to learn more about themselves by addressing trauma and the role that it’s played in their life. Alesia believes that everyone has the ability to live a meaningful life despite diagnoses. She works with adolescents and adults. Alesia specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is passionate about client centered therapy. She believes clients are the experts of their life and wants to witness clients living freely on their journey. In her spare time she enjoys reading, trying new recipes, and spending time with loved ones. Alesia is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $100/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $70. She hopes to speak with you soon!
Kevin (He/Him) has earned his Master of Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is currently serving as a pre-licensed counselor, working toward licensure as an LPC-MHSP. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, he is someone who has a first-hand understanding of how important it is to have guidance through a personal journey of self-discovery and transformation. He capitalizes on providing compassionate support to those he helps in therapy, empowering you to create solutions for your life so you can take charge and write your story. Many times we just need someone to help us see what we already have within ourselves, the strength to change and the bravery to stir up growth. As Brene Brown said, “There is nothing more daring than showing up, putting ourselves out there, and letting ourselves be seen.” His style of counseling is a blend of person-centered therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Kevin has training in PCIT and trauma-focused training as well as extensive experience in working with children and teens. He has helped adults, children and teens who are navigating grief and loss, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues in addition to facilitating groups for transgender youth and their parents. In his spare time, he enjoys spending quality time with loved ones, going on walks, watching fantasy and anime movies and series, and reading. He is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. His private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60.
Brandon received his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Sewanee: University of the South and a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lipscomb University. Growing up, he was told that the psychological field was not a field fit for an African American male. Brandon strives to discourage these stereotypes and encourages everyone, regardless of their race and/or gender to reach out for psychological services. Brandon believes in challenging unhealthy/irrational thoughts and beliefs while employing unconditional positive regard and empathy. He specializes in mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused therapy; working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, mood and personality disorders, life transitions and stress. Brandon is available for in-person sessions with adolescents, teens, and adults. He is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. His private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60.
Intake Coordinator
Nicoletta holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Jackson State University in Jackson, MS and a Master’s in Counseling Education from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. She has 19 years of experience in counseling in Michigan and Tennessee. Her experience includes in-home counseling, community outreach counseling, and state-mandated counseling. For 10 years, she conducted crisis counseling with an emphasis on suicide prevention. Nicoletta’s philosophy of counseling can be summed up in Shakespeare’s quote, “We know what we are, but know not what we may be.” This is because her primary objective in counseling is helping individuals flourish and enjoy a positive well-being. Nicoletta has additional training in working with persons with Down’s Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Her therapeutic approaches include positive counseling, client-centered counseling, mindfulness, existential therapy to name a few. Her practice specializes in working with clients 6 years old and up. Nicoletta’s personal enjoyment includes reading, traveling, the arts, and spending time with family. Nicoletta is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $100/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $70.
Dorothy Reinagel, PhD
Dorothy (she/her) received a Master’s Degree in 2007 and PhD in Clinical Psychology in 2017, from Alliant International University. Dorothy understands how difficult that first step into a therapist's office can be so she strives to provide a non-judgmental and genuine atmosphere for clients to grow. Dorothy values Carl Roger's idea of therapy expressed in the quote: “Am I living in a way which is deeply satisfying to me, and which truly expresses me?”. Dorothy has been working in a variety of mental health capacities since 2006. Dorothy uses evidence based practices such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Humanistic Therapy/Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Seeking Safety, Art Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis and Mental Health Education. Dorothy has broad experience providing child, adolescent, individual, group, family, and couples therapy. Dorothy is an LGBTQ+ ally, is sex-positive, and accepting of all clients from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. Dorothy accepts Insurance, EAP referrals, HSA/FSA and Private Pay. Her private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60. Dorothy loves the ocean, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.
Christina holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Tennessee State University. She received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lipscomb University. She is passionate about empowering others and destigmatizing mental health in the African American community. She has worked in integrative health clinics helping clients improve their overall quality of life. She’s worked with adolescents, depression, anxiety, addictions, Phase of life, and Trauma. Christina specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered and Mindfulness Interventions. One of her favorite quotes is by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. "A mind that is stretched by new experiences can never go back to its old dimensions." In her spare time she enjoys hiking, bike riding, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Christina is currently accepting clients 13 and older for individual, family, and couples sessions. She accepts Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60
Daylin Taylor, MA, LPC/MHSP (temp)
Daylin received her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She also holds a graduate certificate in Human Sexuality from the New Earth Institute at Southwestern College, and is trained to work with a wide variety of sexual issues as well as LGBTQIA+. She has seven years of experience in community-based and residential mental health settings, and has worked with a wide variety of ages and cultural backgrounds. Daylin is passionate about decreasing stigma surrounding sexuality and gender issues, and is available to work with both individuals and couples. Daylin’s speciality is sex and relationship therapy, and she has experience working with members of both the kink and polyamory/non-monogamy communities as well as survivors of sexual trauma. Her clinical approach is client-centered, sex positive, and attachment-based, incorporating aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, trauma-informed interventions, and expressive therapeutic techniques. Daylin is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $110/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $80. In her spare time, Daylin enjoys tending to her indoor jungle, arts and crafts, and spending time with her partner and fur-babies.
Intern
Chenxi Zhu
Chenxi Zhu received her Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from Oberlin College, and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Human Development Counseling at Vanderbilt University. Her interest in counseling was first awakened by the quote “he, who has a why to live for, can bear almost any how.” Chenxi is passionate about assisting others in finding their own “why” through learning about themselves and healing their pain. She believes helping others and leaving the world a better place is her purpose in life. Chenxi uses a humanistic approach and draws techniques from a wide range of theoretical orientations and methods, including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Trauma-Informed interventions, Solution-Focused Therapy, etc. based on each client’s individual needs and preferences. She is bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese and offers counseling services in both languages. Chenxi is available for in-person and telehealth sessions with children, adolescents, and adults starting 1/9/23 and accepts private pay clients with a fee of $30/session.
Contracted Therapists
Jason Adams, LPC/MHSP
Jason received his Masters Degree in Community Counseling from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2006. For over 14 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider, Jason has worked in numerous capacities in the mental health field. Jason began his career working with children in state custody (ages 12-17) where he engaged in individual, family and group therapy. After 7 years working with children in state's custody, Jason moved to an outpatient setting where he worked with children and adults (ages 12 to 75) using individual, couple's and family therapy modalities. Jason is skilled in the use of emotional focused therapy, mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, grief and existential related issues. Jason believes the therapeutic relationship can be a powerful tool for healing. Jason believes in a collaborative, person-centered approach to therapy. Jason works to help individuals, couples and families identify, face and heal areas of their lives preventing them from living authentic and healthy lives. Jason is also trained in the use of TFCBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) and has extensive experience working with substance use disorders. Jason works with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and couple's family therapy. Jason is currently accepting Aetna, out-of-network, HSA/FSA, and private pay clients.
Matthew received his Bachelor of Social Work from Middle Tennessee State University and his Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Tennessee with 8 years of clinical experience. Matthew’s previous experience includes both inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment settings. He has training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and trauma informed approaches. He has extensive experience treating individuals with substance use disorders, autism, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, OCD, ADHD and depressive disorders. Matthew works with both individuals and couples, primarily working with adults ages 18 and above. Matthew strives to make therapy a collaborative and compassionate experience. Matthew does telehealth and in-person counseling sessions. He is currently accepting Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Optum/UBH/UHC, out-of-network, select EAPs, HSA/FSA, and private pay clients.
Karl is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC/MHSP) in TN. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and his Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Karl has worked with adults, couples, groups, and families to help improve relationships, communication, quality of life, past trauma, hurts, habits, and to find solutions for life issues. Karl promotes an environment of team work on the part of the client and the clinician. He prefers the educational approach to problem solving, reconnection, and ultimate-intentional joy. Karl utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Therapy (PCT), and Narrative Therapy (NT) as preferred therapeutic approaches. He has also been trained in the SAFE model of EMDR for past traumatic issues. Karl provides telehealth and in-person counseling. When not in the office doing therapy, you can find him on the golf course attempting to improve his skills from the tee box to the green. Karl accepts Aetna, BCBS, Optum/United Healthcare/UBH, select EAPs, as well as out-of-network, private pay, and HSA/FSA clients. “Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.” - Dr. Seuss
John Davis, LPC/MHSP
John holds a Master's degree in counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in TN. He has worked in mental health in different capacities since 1993 to include a recreational therapist and a professional counselor in residential and outpatient settings. John offers individual, couples, family, and group counseling using an eclectic approach. He draws on several different psychological schools of theory and intervention to best meet the specific needs of each client. Some of the issues John has assisted clients with include: grief work, depression, stress/anxiety management and restructuring, communication issues, adjustment to life transitions, domestic violence, substance abuse, and anger management. Above all, John seeks to establish a safe and nonjudgemental environment in which emotional healing and growth can take place. John believes each of us is a storyteller. We chronicle within our hearts the stories of our lives, but often these stories go untold. The pain and anger go unacknowledged and uncomforted. The triumphs and passions go unacclaimed. The moral and metaphor are often missed. If you entrust John with your story he will, in turn, give it the audience it is due. Together you will give it voice and perhaps even write a happier ever after. At this time John accepts Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Magellan, Optum/United Healthcare/UBH, select EAPs, as well as out-of-network, private pay, and HSA/FSA clients. John is not accepting new clients at this time.
Aimee Isenberg, PhD, LPC/MHSP/S
Aimee Isenberg is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service provider status (LPC/MHSP) in the state of Tennessee. Aimee earned her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University and a PhD from Trevecca Nazarene University in Clinical Counseling: Supervision and Education. She is also a Tennessee approved licensure supervisor for those pursuing their LPC/MHSP. Aimee has been providing therapeutic services since 2007. Aimee enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families but has a special passion for working with adolescents and their caregivers. Aimee has experience working with a variety of clinical concerns including relational issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, career transitions, and parenting needs. Aimee most often utilizes the following approaches in session: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). Aimee strives to form strong rapport with her clients, identify mutual goals, and walk alongside them as they navigate towards healthier, more effective living. Aimee accepts Cigna/Evernorth/Confide, Magellan, Aetna, Value Options/Beacon/Carelon, UHC/UBH/UMR, Mutual of Omaha, R3 Continuum, out of network, HSA, and private pay clients.In addition to her work at Cedar Tree Wellness Center, Aimee is a full-time assistant professor in a local Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. In her free time, Aimee loves spending time with her husband, son, and dog, going on dinner dates with friends, exploring new places, and finding effective ways to keep her life organized.
Beth has earned a Master of Professional Counseling from Argosy University and a Master of Psychology with an addiction focus from Capella University. She has been practicing for 10 years in outpatient, residential, and inpatient settings specializing in treating clients with mental health and substance abuse issues. Beth has training and experience in working with individuals, families, and groups. She is skilled in cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief-related issues. In addition to her license, Beth holds a Master Addiction Counselor certification. She accepts Aetna, Beacon/Value Options, Cigna, Magellan, Optum/UBH/UHC, BCBS, Health Advocate, Mutual of Omaha, R3 Continuum, CorpCare EAP, out-of-network, HSA/FSA, and private pay clients. Helping others is her second career in life following 28 years in the engineering and information technology field. Outside of work, Beth greatly enjoys spending time with her four-year-old granddaughter, who calls her “Gigi.”
Heather is a Licensed Professional Counselor in TN. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from LaGrange College in GA. Heather has worked with youth (ages 7 and up), adults, and families to help improve relationships and work through past trauma, hurt, and life transitions. Heather provides a trusting, non-judgmental environment for her clients to discover what it means for them to reach fulfillment and happiness in their life. Heather takes a holistic standpoint and utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) as her therapeutic approaches. Heather does telehealth and in-person counseling. She is currently accepting Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Optum/UHC/UBH, UMR, select EAPs, HSA/FSA, out-of-network, and private pay clients. In her free time she enjoys exercising, playing basketball, spending time with family, and traveling.
Dave is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) who is also a native Tennessean. He holds his Master's degree from Trevecca Nazarene University. He has worked several years in community mental health on an outpatient basis with a wide variety of issues. He is trained in EMDR (Level II), Brainspotting (Level II) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). Dave has a relaxed conversational style which often allows healing to take place in a very organic way. Dave currently accepts individuals ages 16 and older with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, UHC/UBH/Optum, select EAPs, HSA/FSA, and private pay clients. He is doing both in-person as well as teletherapy sessions. When he's not at work, he likes to spend time doing "anything outdoors."
