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Feel better in 12 weeks
You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital mental health program designed to help people feel...
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Who might be a good fit for Meru Health?
Those coping with depression, anxiety, or sleep difficulties may find Meru Health’s approach to be well-aligned. Its 12-week digital program combines cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and real-time biofeedback to offer flexible, accessible support tailored to individuals seeking a whole-person, tech-enabled path to improved mental health.
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"Gilonda is awesome, great conversation and gave me lots of positive things to work on and think about!" -Lucas Bell B. from MN...
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"Gilonda is awesome, great conversation and gave me lots of positive things to work on and think about!" -Lucas Bell B. from MNLife challenges do not discriminate. Whe...
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Who might be a good fit for Gilonda?
Individuals focused on improving emotional resilience while managing stress and life transitions may find support in Gilonda Butler’s work. She incorporates a compassionate, client-centered approach blending cognitive and mindfulness-based therapies to help individuals explore their stories and build meaningful paths toward healing.
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Clinton Cunningham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Social Worker with 15 years of experience helping children, ado...
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Clinton Cunningham is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Social Worker with 15 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate challenges incl...
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Who might be a good fit for Clinton?
Clinton Cunningham may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, addiction, or relationship challenges. His collaborative and respectful style, combined with approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy, supports clients in building resilience and finding personalized paths toward growth.
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Ashley Staten is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner. She has over 8 years of experience in p...
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Ashley Staten is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner. She has over 8 years of experience in providing mental health services across the li...
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Who might be a good fit for Ashley?
Ashley Staten may support individuals who want to explore mental health and wellness through a mind-body integrative lens. Her approach combines therapeutic techniques with medication management to help clients address challenges such as anxiety, depression, and addiction across different stages of adulthood.
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Susan Bock is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been providing mental health counseling to adult clients with depression ...
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Susan Bock is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been providing mental health counseling to adult clients with depression and anxiety for six years. She enjoys helping...
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Who might be a good fit for Susan?
Susan Bock may be well-suited to individuals who value cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches in managing anxiety and depression. Her use of motivational interviewing and skills-focused strategies can support clients aiming to reduce symptoms and enhance overall well-being across different adult life stages.
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Vanessa Pugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, with board ...
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Vanessa Pugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, with board certification from the National Board for Cer...
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Who might be a good fit for Vanessa?
Individuals navigating challenges like trauma, anxiety, or mood disorders may find support through the approach used by Vanessa Pugh. She integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based self-compassion to create a compassionate and personalized space that respects each client’s unique experiences and goals.
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Sean Wiest is a PMHNP - BC who has been providing mental health services and assessments to adult patients with depression and anx...
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Sean Wiest is a PMHNP - BC who has been providing mental health services and assessments to adult patients with depression and anxiety for almost 2 years. He enjoys listening ...
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Who might be a good fit for Sean?
People experiencing depression or anxiety and looking for a therapist with experience in medication management might consider Sean Wiest’s style of care. He combines a compassionate, strength-based approach with evidence-informed therapies like CBT and mindfulness to support adults through challenging emotional times.
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Karnilla Jolly, LCSW is an experienced psychotherapist who combines compassion and clinical expertise to support individuals facin...
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Karnilla Jolly, LCSW is an experienced psychotherapist who combines compassion and clinical expertise to support individuals facing complex mental health challenges. She speci...
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Who might be a good fit for Karnilla?
Those coping with trauma, grief, or co-occurring mental and physical health challenges may find Karnilla Jolly’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques to help clients build resilience and manage distress in complex situations.
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"Can do nothing better, my Dr. In an angel on earth. " -John ryan ramirez R. from NVNelius Njuguna is a Psychiatric Nurse...
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"Can do nothing better, my Dr. In an angel on earth. " -John ryan ramirez R. from NVNelius Njuguna is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a PMHNP credential from Ro...
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Who might be a good fit for Nelius?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, bipolar disorder, or depression might consider working with Nelius Njuguna. Her collaborative approach, informed by over 20 years of healthcare experience and a variety of therapeutic methods, aims to meet individuals where they are in their unique life journeys.
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Sheriese Bone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting adults, teens, and families on thei...
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Sheriese Bone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting adults, teens, and families on their journey toward healing, growth, and resilie...
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Who might be a good fit for Sheriese?
Individuals focused on improving resilience while managing stress or trauma may find support in Sheriese Bone’s work. Her trauma-informed, client-centered approach integrates evidence-based techniques like CBT and DBT to create a safe space where clients can build awareness and healing at their own pace.
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Marc's education, training and experience as a clinical psychologist and psychiatric nurse practitioner provide him with the right...
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Marc's education, training and experience as a clinical psychologist and psychiatric nurse practitioner provide him with the right combination of skills to treat psychiatric d...
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Who might be a good fit for Marc?
Individuals focused on improving emotional well-being while managing challenges like anxiety or depression may find support in Marc Romano’s work. His integrative approach blends cognitive behavioral and compassion-focused therapies, offering practical tools alongside empathetic care tailored to adults across a broad age range.
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Gary L. Webb, MA, LMHC, has been a practicing mental health and addictions therapist for the past forty-two years. He has a B.A. i...
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Gary L. Webb, MA, LMHC, has been a practicing mental health and addictions therapist for the past forty-two years. He has a B.A. in Rehabilitation Science and an M.A. in Couns...
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Who might be a good fit for Gary?
Gary Webb may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as anxiety, depression, or addiction. His use of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, combined with trauma-informed techniques and an emphasis on building trusting relationships, supports clients in fostering self-compassion and creating meaningful, value-driven lives.
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Bernice Ohene is a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of...
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Bernice Ohene is a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in nursing and more than four yea...
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Who might be a good fit for Bernice?
Bernice Ohene may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing complex mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her approach integrates compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to diverse age groups, emphasizing holistic healing and deep patient connection.
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Desiree Bridges, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, rel...
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Desiree Bridges, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a deep commitment to helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm...
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Who might be a good fit for Desiree?
People experiencing anxiety or trauma and looking for a therapist with experience in evidence-based approaches might consider Desiree Bridges’ style of care. She offers a trauma-informed, compassionate space that supports clients in developing emotional regulation and living in alignment with their values, with a special focus on serving BIPOC communities, women, and those facing life transitions.
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Dr. Nasro Ahmed, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, is a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 13 y...
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Dr. Nasro Ahmed, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, is a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 13 years of experience in inpatient and outpatien...
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Mr. Bock has been engaged in the field of behavioral health since 2019. His training and lived experience draws from a variety of ...
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Mr. Bock has been engaged in the field of behavioral health since 2019. His training and lived experience draws from a variety of places in life. During the pandemic he was pa...
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Who might be a good fit for Jameson?
Jameson Bock may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing ADHD, anxiety, or addiction. Drawing from an eclectic blend of evidence-based approaches and his background in developmental psychology, he works with clients across young adulthood to later life stages, often integrating narrative techniques to help them reshape their personal stories.
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Dr. Sylvia Nwakanma is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experi...
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Dr. Sylvia Nwakanma is a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience in healthcare. Her approach to care is p...
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Who might be a good fit for Sylvia?
Clients seeking structured support for ADHD, depression, or addiction might consider working with Sylvia Nwakanma. Her patient-centered and inclusive approach creates a collaborative space that addresses a broad range of mental health concerns, with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds including LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and those coping with trauma or chronic illness.
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Dr. Sevenise P. Cherelus is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Ca...
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Dr. Sevenise P. Cherelus is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Capella University. She has several years of ex...
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Paul Kariuki, APRN,MSN PMHNP graduated from the University of Texas Arlington and board certified Psychiatric Mental Health NP. Ve...
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Paul Kariuki, APRN,MSN PMHNP graduated from the University of Texas Arlington and board certified Psychiatric Mental Health NP. Very delighted to serves all communities includ...
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Who might be a good fit for Paul?
Individuals managing concerns related to depression, anxiety, or ADHD may appreciate the methods Paul Kariuki incorporates into his practice. He integrates evidence-based medication management with various therapeutic approaches, aiming to support clients from diverse backgrounds, including minority and LGBTQ communities, in achieving their personal goals.
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Sandra Walker-Lee, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC EDUCATION Associate Degree of Science in Nursing from Darton College, 2005 Bachelor of Scie...
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Sandra Walker-Lee, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC EDUCATION Associate Degree of Science in Nursing from Darton College, 2005 Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Valdosta State Col...
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Who might be a good fit for Sandra?
Clients in need of guidance around managing anxiety, depression, or addiction could benefit from Sandra Walkerlee’s approach. Her background in crisis intervention and use of techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing support individuals seeking compassionate, strength-based care tailored to adults and adolescents.
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