Shrink Savannah

Board Certified in General Psychiatry. Special areas of interest include treating mood and anxiety disorders, adult ADD, bariatrics and addiction. A native of Oklahoma City, OK, Dr. Brock graduated from Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. He completed his psychiatry residence at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Brock has been practicing psychiatry in Savannah for 18 years and has earned accolades as the Best of the Best from the Savannah Morning News and Best Psychiatrist in Savannah from Savannah Magazine readers. In his free time, Dr. Brock enjoys mountain biking, traveling and spending time with his family.

Credentials: Medical Doctor Medical Degree: New York Medical College Residency: University of Chicago Fellowship: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Accreditations: Board Certification, FAPA Special area of expertise: Addiction Psychiatry Dr. Marnell is passionate about educating physicians-in-training and serving as a community advocate for the expansion of addiction treatment in the Savannah area. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, boating, drinking copious amounts of coffee and practicing yoga.

Daniel B. Nagelberg, Ph.D. has been a licensed psychologist in Georgia since 1981. He obtained a B.A. in Psychology from Bucknell University in 1975, an M.A. (1977) and Ph.D. (1980) in Clinical Psychology from Bowling Green State University, and he completed a Clinical Internship at the University of Alabama Medical Center in Birmingham (UAB). He was an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Georgia Southern University for five years. He then founded and owned Coastal Psychology, one of the area’s premiere facilities for psychological evaluations and diagnostic assessment. His practice was acquired in March of 2020 and Dr. Nagelberg is currently working in the Pooler office of Shrink Savannah. Dr. Nagelberg’s practice is limited to psychological and neuropsychological evaluations. Dr. Nagelberg is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA), the Southeastern Psychological Association (SEPA), the Georgia Psychological Association (GPA), and the National Academy of Neuropsychology NAN).​ Dr. Nagelberg has been married 40 years and enjoys spending time with his family and friends. His personal interests are in health and fitness; he rigorously trains and competes in local and international road races, duathlons, and triathlons, including IRONMAN Mont-Tremblant. In August of 2019, he competed on Team USA at Age Group World Championships (standard distance triathlon) in Lausanne, Switzerland. This past April (2022), he qualified for Age Group World Championships (standard duathlon distance) in Ibiza, Spain in the spring of 2023.

Heather (Martin) Mell has been part of the Shrink Savannah team since early 2020 after practicing in Charleston, SC for several years. A native of Savannah, Heather enjoys spending time with friends and family and spending time at the beach.

A native of Savannah, Kristy Gierke Triplett is a graduate of St. Vincent's Academy. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Georgia Southern University, she went on to earn her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from South University and is a licensed Physician Assistant in Georgia whose focus is on the psychiatric and behavioral medicine field. Kristy is a member of the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants and American Academy of Physician Assistants. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time on the water.

Lydia Stearns is a transplant from Maine with roots in Savannah. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Taylor University, Lydia attended South University and gained a Master of Science in Physicians Assistant Studies. She is currently a certified Physician Assistant who focuses on psychiatry and behavioral medicine. Lydia is a member of the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants and American Academy of Physician Assistants. Her other passions include, spending time with her husband and daughters, playing the piano and baking pies.

Prior to beginning her Physician Assistant career, Andrea worked as an inpatient and outpatient dietitian at Candler hospital and the Lewis Cancer and Research Pavilion. Andrea went on to earn her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from South University and is a licensed Physician Assistant in Georgia. She has nearly 3 years of experience in The Urgent Care setting and now focuses on psychiatry and behavioral medicine. Andrea is a member of the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants and American Academy of Physician Assistants. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two children and husband, running, and being on the water.

Born and raised in rural southeast Georgia, Calysta is a Physician Assistant who works primarily with teens and adults struggling with their mental health, and is passionate about helping patients regain control of their wellbeing. After graduating from Georgia College in Milledgeville with her Bachelor’s of Science in Biology, she went on to achieve her Master’s of Physician Assistant from Augusta University (formerly Medical College of Georgia). During her time as a PA student, Calysta was awarded the Wendy Cline Paschal Service From The Heart Scholarship for exemplifying kindness and compassion to patients and patients' families throughout her PA student career. She is currently licensed in the state of Georgia. Prior to joining the Shrink team, she spent two years working in community mental health in both crisis stabilization and outpatient settings where she mainly treated high risk individuals with a wide variety of psychiatric disorders including psychotic and mood disorders. Calysta is currently a member of the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants and the American Association of Physician Assistants. When she is not in the office, she enjoys traveling, taking road trips, and going to concerts with her husband.

Chene is passionate about the journey of psychotherapy with a diverse adult population. She received her graduate degree in counseling from Vanderbilt University and undergraduate in psychology from the University of Georgia. Practicing for more than 20 years, her approach to therapy is person centered, holistic and informed by multicultural competence. Areas of clinical interest include trauma, anxiety, depression/bipolar, as well as working with artists and gender and sexual minorities. Chene is trained in EMDR and mind-body based interventions. She enjoys nature, yoga, and music as well as the journey of being a parent.

Margaret is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, families and adults. She focuses on issues related to depression, anxiety, bereavement, communication struggles, life event stressors and behavioral issues. She uses various treatment modalities that best fit the client and include techniques derived from Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. A Savannah native, Margaret attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida where she completed her undergraduate studies and received her degree in Social Work. Clients: Ages 5+

Mary is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, and former Level 1 Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Mary received her Masters of Education in Counseling Psychology, with a focus on Substance Abuse, from Cambridge College in Boston, MA. She was the Director of a residential program that helped individuals gain independence and life skills to live out in the community. Mary also worked at a women’s shelter, and on the detoxification unit at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Boston, before going into private practice. With 20 years of clinical experience, Mary has worked with a diverse population and is able to draw from various treatment modalities. Areas of clinical interest include mood disorders, trauma, interpersonal issues, and addiction. Mary strongly believes in the therapeutic relationship and its role in the healing and growth process. Mary enjoys time in the sun, mom life, and is a passionate advocate for Type 1 Diabetes Awareness.

As a Licensed Master Social Worker, I bring valuable expertise in supporting individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. My approach involves the skillful integration of various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness. By tailoring treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each client, I strive to foster healing and growth. My experience extends to working with diverse populations, including both military and civilian communities, and I am proudly LGBTQ allied.

Jean is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s Degree from Syracuse University. She has worked with individuals in hospitals, crisis centers, rehabilitation programs, outpatient clinics and private practice. Jean has extensive experience working with individuals, couples, families and group therapy and uses various treatment models to help her clients heal! Using a Person-Centered approach, Jean is able to assist her clients in finding relief from their struggles. She will partner with you to reinforce positive behaviors that will have a lasting impact! Her role is to facilitate an environment to explore and find answers. Specialties: ADD & ADHD Addiction Anger Anxiety Disorders Bipolar Disorders Borderline Personality Disorder Conduct Disorders Couples Therapy Depression Family Therapy Grief/Loss PTSD