Alexandra Starmer, LMHC

Ernest Smith, LPC, specializes in supporting adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults as they navigate grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, he creates a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to explore their experiences and build the skills necessary for healing, growth, and resilience.

Ernest draws from a range of evidence-based modalities—including solution-focused therapy, person-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). He tailors each session to meet the unique needs of his clients, whether helping adolescents manage emotional regulation and identity development or supporting older adults in coping with grief and life changes.

Ernest provides trauma-informed care and recovery-focused strategies that foster emotional safety, self-awareness, and long-term well-being. His goal is to walk alongside each person with empathy, understanding, and practical tools that promote lasting change and inner strength.

Ashlin Senegal, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Louisiana and Texas. She has experience working in schools, outpatient and inpatient behavioral health, hospice, and correctional settings. Ashlin provides supportive counseling for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions. Before becoming a social worker, she was an elementary school teacher, giving her a strong understanding of child development and school systems. She earned her Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University and a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Ashlin strives to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being themselves. She values building strong therapeutic relationships rooted in trust, collaboration, and respect. Her approach is compassionate yet structured, helping clients recognize their strengths while learning practical coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Drawing on experience across school, medical, and behavioral health settings, she supports individuals and families through a wide range of challenges.

Ashlin begins by learning about each client’s background, current concerns, and goals for therapy. She may use brief assessments or screening tools to better understand what a client is experiencing. Together, they develop a treatment plan focused on personal strengths and desired changes. Ashlin uses evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, and strengths-based techniques, regularly checking in on progress and adjusting the plan as needs evolve.

Rachel Jones, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience across inpatient, outpatient, community mental health, private practice, and telehealth settings. Her work has included serving as a substance abuse counselor in a county juvenile jail and DWI diversion program, conducting assessments and providing testimony for guardianship hearings, and offering therapeutic support within academic settings from elementary through college levels. She has also developed safety protocols, written IEPs, and taught college courses on workforce and career skills. Rachel earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Missouri Western State University and her Master of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Missouri. She has been a licensed professional counselor since 2005.

Rachel is a client-centered therapist who helps guide individuals in exploring their experiences and discovering their own strengths and resources. She fosters a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients can develop practical skills to navigate life challenges, strengthen relationships, and promote personal growth.

During the first session, Rachel focuses on listening and understanding each client’s story. Through gentle guidance, she helps clarify what brings them to therapy and collaborates to identify meaningful goals. Together, they create a personalized treatment plan that serves as a roadmap for ongoing sessions, building skills and insights that support lasting change.

Tiffany Chaille is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with nearly a decade of clinical practice and over 15 years of experience working in behavioral health. Her background includes inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, crisis-focused care, community mental health, integrated pain and psychiatry care, and telepsychiatry. She has a growing interest in functional and integrative approaches to mental health. Tiffany earned her Master of Science in Nursing as a PMHNP from Indiana University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana State University.

Tiffany believes mental health care is most effective when patients feel comfortable, supported, and truly heard. She takes a calm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach, meeting patients where they are. Her care focuses on practical, real-life treatment plans while considering sleep, stress, medical factors, and lifestyle influences. She values collaboration and aims for patients to feel informed, involved, safe, and confident throughout their care.

Tiffany begins by getting to know the person beyond the symptoms and understanding what brought them to care. She works collaboratively to develop individualized, realistic treatment plans using evidence-based medication management. Ongoing follow-up, thoughtful adjustments, clear communication, and a whole-person approach guide her work, with an emphasis on consistency and long-term support.

Mariechia Palmer, PhD, LMFT, LPC, LADC, is a dedicated clinician committed to empowering individuals and families through compassionate, insight-driven care. She is also licensed in Texas as a Marriage and Family Therapist, allowing her to support a broad and diverse community. Her work reflects a lifelong calling to help heal broken homes, relationships, and hearts.

Dr. Palmer believes meaningful change comes from understanding how past pain shapes present patterns. She creates a supportive space where patients feel safe to explore their experiences, uncover the origins of their struggles, and develop a deeper awareness of themselves. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine partnership.

Her process centers on helping patients retrace the wounds of their past so they can heal their present. Dr. Palmer guides individuals and couples through structured self-exploration, reframing old narratives, and identifying the tools needed for long-term growth. Her goal is to build resilience, clarity, and lasting emotional well-being.

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Juanette Plato, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience providing inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth services. She earned her Master of Arts from Liberty University and holds certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Certified Mood Disorder Professional (PESI), and Advanced EMDR Therapy Skills. She supports clients navigating mood disorders, trauma, and life stressors.

Juanette is a warm, direct, and non-judgmental therapist who uses an eclectic blend of body-based and mind-centered techniques. She values open communication and collaborates with patients to set clear, meaningful treatment goals. Her approach fosters a supportive space where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered.

Juanette begins by thoroughly understanding each patient’s history, concerns, and goals during the initial session. She develops individualized treatment plans aligned with patient goals and works collaboratively in each session to support measurable progress and lasting change.

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