Meet Our Team

Clinical Therapist

Specialties:

• Couples and Family
• Insecurity Issues
• Infidelity
• Teens
• Young Adults
• Communication Issues
• Pre-marital Counseling
• Mental Health Challenges

I am passionate about encouraging and empowering individuals and couples to discover the answers they are looking for in their relationships with themselves and others by using their voice. Whether it be insecurities, depression, anxiety, relational/family or just life's challenges, your voice matters and is a powerful tool that can help steer life the way you desire for it to be! Using a collaborative approach in finding language and identifying the beliefs and actions from our past to repurpose them for our future and destiny, lets journey together to discover and unlock the experience in life that does exist for you beyond those challenges. I believe there is power in your words so lets talk!

I am dedicated to creating and developing a safe place together with couples, families, and individuals to hep redefine life's challenges by restructuring them to discovery, healing, victory, and success. I am an expert in working with young men and women who may struggle with self-esteem and self worth, couples trotting along the path of building a relationship that’s healthy and durable for a long lasting future, and family matters that can be tough to manage. In addition, I work with pre-marital couples and mentor young girls and women in retreats/conferences in faith-based and non faith-based settings.

I earned my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University, and I am currently a Ph.D. student in Couple and Family Therapy at Adler University.

Clinical Therapist

Specialties:

• Children
• Teens
• ADHD
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder
• Conduct Problems
• Addiction
• Parenting Challenges

I have experience working in the school systems, telehealth, and office setting. Much of my work is with clients that are experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant, Disorder and PTSD. I enjoy working with clients that are between the age of 5 and 16 and young adults. Thus, if you are a parenting struggling with a child, a teenager with challenges navigating life, or find yourself in a “stuck place”; we are likely a good fit for one another. My treatment approach is client-centered. This means that treatment is focused on values that what will work best for the client. Some common skills that are practiced include effective communication, perspective taking, building self-esteem and empathy. I believe building these skills may have a positive impact in the client's day to day challenges. I am skilled in a variety of approaches such as traditional talk therapy, motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused and multi-disciplinary approaches.

I have a Master's degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Counseling Psychology. During my time there I took courses in trauma, Family and individual therapy, and substance use disorder. My credentials are currently a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Clinical Therapist

Specialties:

• Couples Therapy
• Relationship Transitions
• Couples and Addiction
• Treating Affairs and Trauma
• Rebuilding Trust
• Conflict Resolution
• Intimacy and Affection Challenges
• Premarital Counseling

I specialize in working with couples who want to strengthen their relationships, whether by improving communication, rebuilding trust, or deepening emotional and physical intimacy. Using the Gottman Method, I help couples identify patterns that may be causing disconnect and provide structured, research-based strategies to create lasting change. I understand that seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, so I strive to make the process both approachable and effective. With a focus on authenticity, compassion, and non-judgment, my collaborative approach ensures both partners feel heard and supported.

Throughout our sessions, couples can expect a tailored experience that meets their unique needs. Whether you're navigating recurring conflicts, healing from betrayal, or working to rekindle connection, I provide practical tools to help you move forward. Together, we will explore ways to enhance respect, affection, and friendship while addressing the challenges that may be keeping you stuck. My goal is to equip you with the skills to manage conflict constructively, strengthen your emotional bond, and create a relationship that feels fulfilling and secure.

I earned both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from the University of Missouri - Columbia, where I gained extensive experience working with diverse populations in various settings. This foundation has provided me with a well-rounded perspective on relationships, mental health, and systemic challenges, allowing me to approach therapy with depth, insight, and adaptability.

President, Head of ABA Division

Joshua is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has experience working with a variety of populations and ages including children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, speech/language delays, schizophrenia, personality disorder, and intellectual impairments. He earned his master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Therapy from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale (SIUC) in 2019. He also earned his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Iowa in 2017. He is currently pursuing an MBA degree from the University of Iowa. He has experience teaching children and adolescents language & communication skills, increasing self-care and adaptive skills, pre-academic skills, social skills, and toilet training, among other areas. He is trained in acceptance and commitment therapy and is passionate about training parents and children to be more psychologically flexible.

Executive Assistant and Intake Specialist

Nays is the primary point person for Hollie Therapy and Counseling. She is responsible for all things related to intake, scheduling, benefits, billing, and organizational flow. She ensures that clients have a great experience with the organization and contributes to strategic planning. She has a background in human dynamics.