Alessandra Buonopane, MD

After receiving my bachelor's in psychology from SUNY New Paltz in 2013, I worked as a medical assistant with individuals with developmental disabilities. From there, I recognized the need to promote mental health and a balanced way of living. I completed my master's in clinical Mental Health Counseling through Walden University in 2021. My goal is to guide individuals towards cultivating their own sense of independence, ability to utilize healthy coping strategies, and regain control over their lives. I work with children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, couples, and families as they begin their journey through processing adjustment changes, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, among other symptoms. Through the therapeutically proven interventions from CBT, DBT, person-centered therapy, and mindfulness, we can begin to explore triggers, symptoms, and challenges in a safe, respectful environment.

Dr. Michael Padua is a graduate from the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and completed his psychiatry residency training at Loyola University Medical Center at Maywood, IL. He is trained and experienced in diagnosing and treating various psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, psychosis, and bipolar disorder with a focus on posttraumatic stress disorder, women's mental health, and cultural psychiatry. He combines his clinical expertise with a passion for working with underserved populations and the LGBTQIA+ population to address mental health needs across various communities. Dr. Padua has experience working in a variety of settings, which includes working as an outpatient psychiatrist at a federally qualified health center (FQHC), and as a correctional psychiatrist at the Washoe County Sherriff's Office in Reno, NV. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Padua has also participated in research and education, and has co-authored peer-reviewed articles in the fields of psychiatry and biology.

Svetlana Schwartz, PMHNP, is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with 18 years of experience in outpatient psychiatry providing care to patients with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, ADHD, Bipolar disorders, OCD, Schizoaffective disorders and Schizophrenia.

Svetlana practice focuses on medication management in conjunction with supportive or cognitive behavioral therapy. She received her Master of Science in Nursing with specialty in adult psychiatry from UMass/Lowell and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UMass/Boston. She is trained in psychiatric diagnosis, medication management, and psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies. Svetlana has extensive experience evaluating and treating adults in outpatient settings over the past 18 years. Previously, she worked at Arbour HRI Outpatient Clinic in Massachusetts, and for the last 10+ years at Memorial Health Care System in Florida.

As a nurse practitioner, Svetlana believes that addressing mental health concerns is just as important as addressing physical concerns. At Memorial Health Care System, she worked in collaboration with Mind-Body-Wellness Clinic to address patients medical and psychiatric needs. She also trained psychiatric and internal medicine residents in outpatient psychiatry. Svetlana believes that the best approach to mental health is medication management and individual therapy combined.

Kristina Bona is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience working in the mental health field. Kristina received her bachelor's from The University of Texas at Austin and proceeded to obtain her Master's degree in Counseling from The University of Texas at San Antonio. Since graduating with her Master's, she has worked in the mental health field, providing mental health relief to a wide demographic of clients. Over the past 10 years, Kristina has worked for various agencies, ranging from the local mental health authority to private practice. Kristina has experience working with people experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Mood disorders, and other mental health diagnoses interfering with daily living. As a clinician, she meets the client where they are in their life and tailors her treatment style to help them learn/apply strategies in developing skills for emotional regulation, developing healthy boundaries, effective communication skills, and more. Kristina uses an eclectic blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness to increase the clients' resiliency and autonomy and empower them to live full lives.

Sunny Bowers is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) based in Ohio. She holds an undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from Kent State University, complemented by a graduate degree in a Master of Arts in Education with a focus in Clinical Counseling from Malone University.‍With a rich professional background spanning over 10 years, Sunny has dedicated her expertise to working with diverse populations, including adults, first responders, and teenagers. Her scope of practice covers all phases of addiction, trauma, and mood disorders with a particular emphasis on addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, adjustment concerns, and relational difficulties.‍Sunny's therapeutic approach places a strong emphasis on the value of the therapeutic relationship. Recognizing the pivotal role of comfort and trust in the therapeutic process, she believes that lasting change is built on authentic exploration. Sunny employs several different therapeutic approaches, tailoring her methods to individual needs. Grounded in the development of insight and awareness, her overarching goal is to support empowerment and personal freedom for her clients.‍Sunny is enthusiastic about the prospect of working collaboratively with individuals seeking positive change and personal growth. If you're looking for a therapist who values authenticity and is dedicated to supporting your journey towards lasting change.

Dr. Lee Dockery is a general psychiatry provider who joined Talkiatry in August 2022. He is board-eligible with expected certification in fall 2022, with further addiction psychiatry board-certification expected in 2023. He has been training and practicing psychiatry since 2018. Dr. Dockery's practice emphasizes medication management within a therapy-informed framework, utilizing skills from Acceptance and Commitment therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, motivation interviewing, and supportive therapy. He typically offers 60-minute new visits and 30-minute follow-up visits. Dr. Dockery received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 2014. He then moved to Nashville, TN to complete his general psychiatry residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he served as chief resident of inpatient services. He expects to complete the addiction psychiatry fellowship in spring 2023 .Dr. Dockery has experience treating most general adult psychiatry complaints, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and substance use disorders. He has a particular focus in the treatment of young adults, and co-occurring mood disorders and substance use disorders.‍