Vanessa Bain, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern
Vanessa is an enthusiastic Registered Clinical Social Work Intern with a focus on counseling and assisting clients to achieve their goals. While working at the Refuge House Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center she realized her passion for working with adult and children survivors of abuse and trauma. She is passionate about helping individuals create…
Brandi Collison, LMHC
I work with clients of all ages in processing complex trauma and exploring one’s identity. Whether you’re struggling with life transitions, navigating your gender or sexuality, or simply looking to gain some self-insight, it’s my privilege to create a mutual space with you in which you are actively respected and heard. Part of my current…
Larry Green, PhD, LMFT, Clinical & Executive Director
One of the greatest joys I have in life is the privilege of walking beside clients on their journey to healing and wellness. I work hard to provide clients with a safe and comfortable space where they can address the issues of importance to them. I view myself as a fellow traveler whose role it…
Shalisa Gunn, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Shalisa (she/her) is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern. Her philosophy on therapy is that you must be willing to do the work of the past in order to tend with that of the present and prepare for the future. She loves incorporating storytelling into her sessions whether that’s through expressive arts or fiction writing/poetry/journaling….
Eryan Johnson, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
My name is Eryan Johnson (they/he), and I am deeply passionate about guiding individuals and couples toward healing and growth. With a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, my journey into counseling was paved with a commitment to understanding diverse perspectives and empowering others. My path…
Melissa Rider, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern
Melissa Rider (she/her) earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Florida in 2019 and her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University in 2023. She completed her social work internship at Pace Center for Girls where she provided trauma-informed counseling services to students ages 12 to 18, and then worked with…
Kerry Alyson Parks, LMHC
Welcome. I’m Kerry (ki/kin). I use these pronouns as an acknowledgment of my animistic framework and my relationship to the interconnected living world. I am a licensed mental health counselor who advocates for social and cosmic justice. I am also a mother and community member. I bring my full humanity into this work, alongside training,…
Collin Richards, LMHC
Many of us find ourselves stuck in old patterns, creating unnecessary pain for ourselves and others. While these patterns can be labeled as illnesses or disorders, they are often learned responses to harmful environments, relationships, trauma, and oppression. Together, we can work through these patterns by creating a non-judgmental atmosphere of trust, safety, and honesty….
Gina Romblad, LCSW
Gina Romblad received Bachelor’s degrees in Social Work and Classical Voice with a minor in technical theatre at Western Connecticut State University in 2009. She then completed her Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut in 2014, specializing in adult casework. She moved from Connecticut to Florida in June of 2014 to live…
Emily Westerholm, Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
My name is Emily Westerholm (she/her/hers). I am a nature/plant lover, a mother, co-parent, and a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern. I am an advocate of unconditional positive regard but with an edge. Think Ted Lasso meets Mr. “T” but in the body of a cisgender, middle-aged woman. I have worked in the Human Services…