Alexia Ford, LCSW

Osamudia Amadasu is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with experience supporting children, teens, and adults in outpatient, school-based, and community settings. She holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has completed extensive training with diverse individuals and families. She is trained in DBT, Trauma-Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing and uses strength-based approaches to help clients feel empowered from the start.

Patients can expect a brave but safe space where they feel understood and supported. Osamudia’s approach is collaborative, with each patient’s voice, pace, and goals guiding the work. Her style is warm, patient, and grounded. She values honesty, open communication, and meeting clients exactly where they are, using a trauma-informed lens to build trust and safety.

In early sessions, Osamudia takes time to learn each patient’s story, strengths, and hopes for change. Together, they develop a personalized and realistic treatment plan. She blends reflection, practical tools, and emotional processing to support both immediate challenges and long-term growth. She checks in regularly to adjust the process as needed and ensure therapy remains aligned with the patient’s goals.

Jenna LaSpina is a licensed clinical social worker with 7 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in nonprofit, community mental health, and group practice settings. She works with clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and perinatal mental health concerns. Her approach is grounded in psychodynamic theory while integrating ACT, DBT, and other evidence-based therapies tailored to each client’s needs.

Practicing with humility and curiosity, Jenna provides a supportive, judgment-free space where clients can safely explore their thoughts, emotions, and strengths. She values collaboration, self-expression, and fostering personal growth, helping patients feel heard and understood.

Jenna prioritizes building rapport from the first session, believing a strong therapeutic bond is essential for effective therapy. She collaborates with clients to develop personalized goals, focusing on self-understanding and equipping them with practical skills to lead more fulfilling lives.

Whitney Cohen obtained her undergraduate degree from Monmouth University where she studied Psychology and Health Studies. Whitney earned her Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from New York University, where she gained a solid foundation in evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques. She is also a licensed clinical supervisor which has allowed her to train and mentor other aspiring social workers in the field as well as nurse practitioners and other mental health professionals. ‍Whitney has worked in a variety of settings, including education, correctional facilities, substance abuse/outpatient programs, and private practice. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities that individuals face daily. Whitney has worked with clients of all ages, from children, adolescents, adults, the elderly, and has a special passion for working with couples and families. She specializes in treating a variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, ADHD, stress, family/relational problems, trauma and school avoidance.‍In her practice, Whitney utilizes a scope of therapeutic approaches, CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing. These evidence-based techniques allow her to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of each client, helping them achieve their goals and overcome obstacles.

Mariah Ide is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has a passion for helping people see their true potential. Mariah earned her master's degree in mental health counseling from Stetson University in Deland, Florida, and also graduated with a bachelor's degree in psychology and criminology from the University of Florida located in Gainesville, Florida. Mariah has experience with children, adolescents, and adults. Mariah has worked in school, hospital, and outpatient based settings. She has clinical practice experience with mood disorders, self esteem issues, gender identity, crisis intervention, family issues and trauma, with a certification in complex trauma. In addition to counseling, Mariah has also worked in case management and has a unique perspective behind resource utilization. She has worked on countless projects in the community to promote mental health awareness. Mariah believes in advocacy for her clients as well as the mental health field, and hopes to promote acceptance and decrease stigma related to mental health and mental health treatment. Mariah takes a person-centered approach with her clients and believes in meeting the clients where they are. Mariah hopes to empower her clients by giving them a safe environment to explore and learn more about themselves without judgment. She sees the importance in looking at the whole picture when working with a client. Mariah hopes to create rounded goals to promote long term success, and help the client feel more balanced overall. She uses solution focused and cognitive behavioral interventions to help clients build a tool box of skills that can help them cope with daily life. Mariah wishes to help her clients reach their full potential, while hopefully making them laugh once in a while during the process.

Michael Greenwald is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned his Master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of Chicago. He has experience in a variety of clinical settings, including primary care centers, college campuses, and long-term care facilities for adults with serious mental illness.

Michael specializes in solution-focused therapy, offering practical techniques to help patients manage challenges in the present moment. While he primarily draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he tailors each session to meet the unique needs of the patient. He brings compassion, creativity, and a sense of humor to every session.

Michael approaches therapy as a collaborative process, guiding patients toward goals aligned with their personal values. He helps reinforce strengths while motivating meaningful change. After understanding a patient’s history and reasons for seeking therapy, he works with them to develop clear, actionable goals to support growth and a more fulfilling life.

Amanda Sager is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with experience working in group practice settings and Post-Traumatic Stress retreat environments. She works with individuals who have experienced trauma and significant life stressors. Amanda earned a master’s degree in Counseling from Concordia University Irvine, as well as an additional master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration.

Amanda is a compassionate and dedicated therapist who specializes in helping individuals navigate profound life challenges, build resilience, and move toward meaningful healing. She provides a safe, non-judgmental space where patients can process pain, reconnect with inner strengths, and reclaim their personal narratives. Her therapeutic approach is integrative, collaborative, and trauma-informed, with an emphasis on creating a strong, trusting relationship where patients feel truly seen and understood.

Amanda begins treatment by developing a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, concerns, and goals during the initial session. From there, she works collaboratively with patients to create individualized treatment plans that align with their personal goals and support sustainable growth and healing.