The Nourished Nest

Carinthia (she/her) is a licensed social worker who provides individual therapy. She views therapy as an opportunity to co-create a warm space for exploring who you are, what is important to you, and how you can build a life that feels sustainable and meaningful. Carinthia works with individuals on issues including balance in a life of rigorous performance, identity clarification and development, and navigating a variety of challenges and stuck points. She has experience treating anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. In her work, she draws from cognitive-behavioral, existential, and mindfulness approaches. Carinthia has a specific line of work centered around athlete and performing artist career transitions. She grew interested in this arena during her transition from working as a professional ballet dancer with the Donbass Opera and Ballet Theater/Donetsk Ballet of Ukraine to earning her BA in History from Princeton University. Carinthia saw that therapy could be a means for supporting athletes and performers in transition.

Veronyca is a collaborative and creative licensed social worker based in Philadelphia. Veronyca sets out to establish psychologically safe bubbles wherever she goes, to enhance security for processing, growth, and transition management. Her person-in-environment-centered approach encompasses topics such as harm reduction, substance use, co-occurring experiences, the human-animal bond, grief and bereavement, trauma cycles, Latina/immigrant issues, chronic illness, and crisis response to experiences including suicidal ideation/self-injurious behaviors. Veronyca’s family is from Costa Rica and she deeply understands and appreciates how culture influences social work practices, as well as how we communicate and process. She uses culturally responsive principles and practices to develop anti-racist frameworks with the use of relational value systems like familism, and personalism. She uses behavioral interventions with a framework in the foundations of CBT, using storytelling and meaning-making skills to process complex trauma and grief. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #139728

Elby is an energetic therapist specializing in Substance Abuse Disorders and Women's Issues. Additionally, she works with trauma cases and creates a safe, compassionate space for clients to process and share their trauma as a part of the therapy process. Elby is certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). She has also been certified in HAVEN training on Sexual and Domestic Violence. She has several years of experience working with adults to assist and support them in identifying treatment goals while helping them process feelings and emotions. Elby offers a warm and compassionate approach to therapy for her clients, providing a feeling of safety while clients work through traumas or stressful situations. Her strength is empowering clients to grow through the therapy process. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License

Lauren is a licensed counselor specializing in integrated care and working on interdisciplinary care teams. She has an interest in Applied Mindfulness, Animal Assisted Intervention and Human-Animal Bonds, ceramics, and yoga. Her interest and understanding of women's issues regarding pregnancy and postpartum are furthered by her current training and study in Sex Therapy with the Council for Relationships, and to become a Certified Full Spectrum Doula providing intersectional and anti-racist and holistic labor, birth, and postpartum support. Lauren has had the pleasure of working with many different populations and has a passion for working with adolescents, pregnant women, those that identify as women, and those in the LGBTQIA+ population. Lauren's specialty is in helping people through life transitions, identification, and building community and balanced life. Incorporating mindfulness, the arts, and movement into her approach to therapy. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #SW138311

Kerri is an energetic therapist specializing in substance use, co-occurring disorders, harm reduction, and assisting clients with life changes such as adjusting to recovery and sobriety and processing trauma in a safe space. She utilizes her clinical knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and behavior interventions to ensure that clients are able to identify their needs while feeling a sense of safety within a vulnerable process. Kerri brings a sense of awareness when working with clients who are diverse, promoting the importance of allowing clients to set goals, and empowering them throughout the therapeutic process. Kerri offers a warm and compassionate approach to therapy to her clients, as well as utilizes different community resources to enhance the therapeutic process. while feeling a sense of safety during vulnerable processes. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #136891 Professional Memberships: Member, National Association of Social Work (NASW)

Melissa brings vast experience working with adults and adolescents diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illnesses (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression) and crises. She has experience providing service to Active Duty and Retired military veterans (post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sexual, physical, and emotional trauma, and substance-related issues). Melissa approaches therapy as a way to help others re-discover hope, purpose, and direction. She assists clients in processing trauma by integrating Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Cognitive Processing Therapy & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She also has experience working with intellectual disabilities (IDD) and related conditions (autism, etc.) in the community as well as in an acute hospitalization setting.

Andi has worked extensively with foster and adoptive families, supporting parents and children. She has worked with many local non-profit organizations, facilitating training, working with individuals, and creating programming. Andi's clinical interests include family dynamics, conflict resolution, and supporting adolescents and teens dealing with anxiety & stress. Her clinical interventions utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), traditional talk therapy, and various creative activities to bring comfort and expression to the therapeutic space. Andi offers a warm and compassionate but accountable approach to therapy to her clients while providing a feeling of safety during a sometimes traumatic and vulnerable process. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #SW136425 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Handle With Care ® Behavioral Management System Certified Trainer

Mickey is a licensed social worker specializing in working with the LGBTQ2+ community, working with both adolescents and adults promoting a compassionate therapy space for individuals to explore their identity and transitional periods. Mickey brings several years of experience with a clinical background in suicide prevention, working with several non-profit organizations in the Philadelphia area. Mickey integrates a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach when assisting clients with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, ADHD, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Mickey strives to provide justice-oriented and antiracist services. Mickey’s approach to therapy is offering a kind and safe environment within the therapeutic space. They excel at breaking the ice to make sure each session is comfortable and rewarding, ensuring that therapy is adaptive to each individual's needs, and often utilize mindfulness as a tool to aid the therapy process. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #SW139207

Brie (she/her) is a Hispanic, white, able-bodied, queer licensed clinical social worker and yoga teacher. Her goal in therapy is to co-create a brave space with you to explore your past, and current experiences and to dream of your future. Brie has extensive experience working with those who experience anxiety, depression, mania, complex trauma, psychosis, panic attacks, substance dependence, and loss. She has worked with clients exploring gender identity and sexual identity, those in life transitions, and with people making changes in their relationships. She believes in utilizing a harm reduction model and enjoys bringing mindfulness and body awareness into therapy. In the session, she utilizes CBT, Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy for Serious Mental Health Conditions, DBT, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #CW020148

Amanda is a warm and empathetic therapist. She works with adults of all ages through life's many changes. She has a background in oncology and has had the opportunity to support individuals and their loved ones through life-altering diagnoses. Amanda recognizes the interconnectedness of mental, physical, and spiritual health. She believes that when one area begins to heal, the others will also benefit. She assists her clients in identifying strengths and finding meaning in difficult situations. Amanda brings a peaceful and joyful presence to therapy. She feels honored to enter into her clients' lives during challenging and often pivotal seasons. She recognizes that starting therapy can be intimidating and seeks to make her clients feel comfortable and valued. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #CW022512

Kianna is a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist that develops a safe space and works to build a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients that fosters connection and growth. From her own healing journey, she knows that finding a therapist that you connect with may lead to growth beyond your greatest imaginings. She is passionate about supporting teen and adult trauma survivors and cycle breakers as they walk along their path of healing. Kianna sees you as a whole person that has strengths, dreams, and innate worth. An LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who enjoys working with the LGBTQIA+ community. Kianna is an EMDR and mindfulness-oriented therapist that works to empower others to decrease shame and step into self-love. She has received extensive training on the effects of trauma and trauma-focused interventions. She has been trained in and uses Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and more to help you develop the skills to increase your quality of life. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #SW139445

Fatima is a licensed social worker with both work and research experience serving children and families in various settings including, schools, non-profit organizations, and community-based mental health agencies. Fatima primarily works with late adolescents, adults, and BIPOC populations and her drive to serve others stems from her lived experience. Her passion is directed at helping those who have experienced various forms of trauma by creating and fostering safe spaces for their voices and experiences to be heard. Fatima brings warmth and authenticity with her to therapy and believes that within everyone is the capacity to learn and grow for healing. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #139728

Joella is a unique and personable therapist specializing in trauma, substance use, and mental health (Depression, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD). I use a strengths-based (and culturally sensitive) approach to get to the root of some deeper-seeded issues while incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation skills. I work primarily with adults, adolescents, and BIPOC. As a BIPOC and trauma survivor, I bring a wealth of professional and personal experience to assist one with cognitive processing, resolving family and interpersonal dilemmas, and more. I also treat those with Chronic illness, recognizing how physical health is strongly connected to mental health well-being. I have a wealth of community resources, and holistic approaches, and have served in several non-profits in the city throughout my vast experience. In 2020, I had the opportunity to speak at my first Tedx Talk. I like to take a passenger seat as the client drives their therapy, and I serve as a catalyst to help them identify strengths, and areas of change, and empower them to work through issues. I set out to make for a safe space, ensuring that one is comfortable to heal and recover to the best of their ability. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker - Pennsylvania State Board - License #SW137626 CAADC - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate

Jacob is a licensed counselor specializing in stress management, crisis resolution, and life transitions. He has experience working with clients on how to integrate mindfulness and coping strategies with processing mental health symptoms of anxiety and depression, as well as grief and loss. He has a wealth of experience working with adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, as well as families and caregivers throughout his professional career. Jacob has over five years of experience providing therapy for individuals and families within different levels of care, including inpatient, and outpatient settings. His approach as a therapist is to always provide a compassionate therapeutic safe space that promotes the importance of balance, structure, and accountability within the therapy process. Jacob's areas of focus include life transitions, grief and loss, motivation building, LGBTQ aspects, identity challenges, aspects related to self-esteem and self-worth. Jacob is a Gotman Level 1 certified counselor focusing on relationship dynamics with family and intimate partners. He also uses CBT, and DBT processes for clients to utilize as coping mechanisms as well. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Social Worker, Texas State Board of Social Work- License #62938 Professional Memberships: Member, National Association of Social Work (NASW)

Ryan is a Licensed Counselor who works with adults and specializes in substance use, veterans, trauma, and prolonged exposure. He has extensive experience with anxiety, depression, co-occurring disorders, stress management, and anger management. Ryan is a U.S. Army combat veteran, who has both personal understanding and professional experience working with fellow veterans with PTSD, trauma-related issues, and life transitions to help military personnel reintegrate into civilian life. Ryan provides a safe and compassionate place for individuals to be vulnerable. He uses a person-centered approach, he is respectful and responsive, focusing an individual's care on their specific needs and preferences. As an African-American male, he understands the importance that multiculturalism has when selecting treatment needs for his clients. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Professional Counselor - Pennsylvania State Board

Talia combines a master's degree in Social Work with specialized training in yoga and mindfulness, offering a holistic approach to healing. With expertise in addressing trauma, mood disorders, and relationship conflicts, she creates a safe, supportive environment for clients to explore emotional well-being. Committed to ongoing growth, she blends compassion and evidence-based interventions to guide clients toward resilience, joy and gained personal insight. Beyond individual sessions, she enjoys facilitating therapy groups, emphasizing community support. Her approach to therapy is always centered around clients’ desired therapeutic goals. If applicable to each client’s needs, she combines creative therapies, such as art therapy, mindfulness, and yoga therapy. She maintains a systems approach, with an emphasis on exploring childhood/developmental wounds and traumas. She believes each client has the ability to help themself, and her role is to help each person discover how to do so.

Michelle is a compassionate and dedicated licensed social worker with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. With a master’s degree in social work and 5 years of experience in providing therapy, Michelle has honed her skills to provide effective therapeutic services. Her empathetic approach allows her to connect deeply with her clients, fostering a safe and nonjudgmental space for healing. She believes that each individual is unique and requires a personalized treatment plan. Working collaboratively with clients to create a safe and supportive environment where they feel heard and understood. Michelle specializes in life transition, stress management, anxiety, grief, depression, and women's Issues. She is trained and experienced in providing evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Approaches.

Theresa brings empathy, accountability, and positive energy to the therapy setting. She honors the process of therapy and creating attainable goals for her patients. Theresa is certified in Prepare and Enrich, which is useful for couples who are seeking connection, cohesion, and strategies to reconnect throughout their relationship and partnership. Her clinical interests include couples therapy while promoting wellness and support. Theresa has over eight years of experience providing therapy for adults and adolescents. She has experience working with women who are seeking empowerment, focus, and direction as she guides them through therapy creating a safe space for wellness and support. Her primary focus is on individuals and couples who are wanting to seek connection, as well as, proving guidance that promotes self-esteem and wellness while establishing goals that are attainable. Licenses and Certifications LPC, Texas - License #80679 LPC, Georgia - License #APC007211

Kim has been in the Social Work field since 2007 and brings a wide variety of professional and personal experience to her practice. She completed internships with child protective services, a domestic violence survivor program, and a research project on working with military families. She has been a mental health technician, therapist, and assistant clinical director in psychiatric acute care and residential mental health treatment facilities. She is described as empathetic and dedicated and appropriately uses her sense of humor to make clients feel as comfortable as possible. Her non-traditional upbringing taught her sensitivity to every family’s situation. You can expect that Kim will seek to learn as much as you're willing to share and to creatively tailor your experience using CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic approaches to best serve you. Kim specifically has experience working with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Mood Disorders, ADHD, OCD, and later-stage eating disorder recovery; Women's issues, including pregnancy, post-partum depression, Marital counseling; Family/parenting concerns, including adoption. Occupation-specific work with the military, first responders, medical field providers, and teachers.

Jennifer is a licensed counselor specializing in substance abuse and family trauma. She is focused on using techniques and therapy to provide a nourishing environment where clients and family members can address addiction and trauma head-on. Jennifer has 10 years of experience providing therapy for families and addictive patients. Her primary focus is on families struggling with crisis, addiction, substance abuse, and chemical dependencies. Her goal is always to provide a safe, calm environment rich with resources and a path forward to grow and nurture her client’s spirit. Licenses and Certifications Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor - Texas State Board - License #15404 Professional Memberships: Member, National Association of Social Work (NASW)