Geoffrey Peckover, MD

Background  and credentials    

Dr. Columban Heo is a board-certified psychiatrist. He earned his medical  degree from Touro University Nevada and completed his residency at Unity  Health White County Medical Center. Dr. Heo further specialized by completing  a fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry at the Cleveland Clinic,  where he gained extensive experience working within multidisciplinary  healthcare teams, particularly focused on psychiatric care for patients with  complex medical conditions.    

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Treatment approach  

Dr. Heo specializes in treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions,  notably mood and anxiety disorders. He integrates medication management with  a holistic, personalized approach to treatment, emphasizing the  interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. Dr. Heo believes in tailoring  treatment plans individually, combining therapy and medications to suit each  patient’s unique needs, and highlights the importance of healthy  relationships in achieving overall mental health.    

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What you can expect in a first visit    

Patients visiting Dr. Heo for the first time can expect a comprehensive and  personalized assessment that explores not just their psychiatric symptoms but  their overall well-being and personal relationships. Dr. Heo prioritizes a  holistic evaluation, carefully balancing medication considerations and  therapeutic interventions tailored specifically to each patient’s situation  and goals. He creates an empathetic, collaborative atmosphere to discuss and  develop personalized plans for mental and emotional wellness.  

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Why Talkiatry?    

We’re a virtual mental health practice that makes it easy to find great  care. We combine quality and convenience to help you thrive—faster. Our  providers, like this one, are highly trained experts who specialize in  medication management and collaborate with you on a treatment plan that fits  your needs and comfort level.

Joseph Smith, LMHC, earned his Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University in 2015 and has worked with patients in a clinical capacity for the past six years. While in graduate school, he was exposed to various clinical and research experiences, where he found his passion in examining the motivational factors of human behavior. Joseph's academic work strengthened his interest to work with individuals in a therapeutic capacity, which ultimately led to advanced experiential training in crisis interventions and the treatment of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Before relocating to New York City, he worked with individuals in under-served communities in the Appalachian region. Joseph subscribes to a humanistic, motivational enhancement, and cognitive behavioral framework. Understanding the benefit of therapeutic rapport, Joseph fosters an environment of self-acceptance and self-awareness while promoting intrinsic motivation for patients to act as their own catalyst of change. In addition, Joseph has a passion for working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, women with reproductive challenges, and victims of domestic violence.

Dr. Katelyn Thompson is board certified in Adult Psychiatry.  

Patients looking for a psychiatric provider will find that Dr. Thompson has a gentle and approachable style.  She believes that each patient was created on purpose and for a purpose.  

The brain is deeply wired for resilience and Dr. Thompson is blessed to witness that while supporting that in her patients.  She focuses on medication management with supportive psychotherapy as she treats a wide variety of psychiatric diagnoses.

Meredith LaFave, LCSW, has extensive clinical experience working with adults, couples, and families in private practice and clinic settings. She has specialized training in EMDR, contemplative psychotherapy, Integrative Wellness, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care. Meredith values creating a safe, collaborative space where patients feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to explore personal growth.

Meredith blends deep exploration and insight with practical, goal-oriented strategies. She fosters a warm, engaging environment that encourages patients to feel respected, challenged, and equipped to build self-efficacy and overall life satisfaction.

Meredith begins by building rapport and understanding what brings a patient to therapy. She explores historical and contextual information, collaborates on personalized treatment plans, and uses evidence-based approaches to guide patients toward meaningful change, resilience, and personal growth.

Dr. Hong Chen is a board certified adult psychiatrist and has been in practice since 2010. Dr. Chen received her doctorate degree in medicine at the University of Florida. She then completed her residency training at the University of Florida, Department of Psychiatry. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Dr. Chen has worked mainly in outpatient settings and often tailors individualized treatment to serve the needs of patients with a variety of conditions. She has a lot of experience in treating patients with depression, anxiety disorders, OCD, Bipolar type 2 and ADHD.

Dr. Chen’s practice is based on a holistic approach to mental health care; with special emphasis on self-care, mindfulness practices in addition to medication treatment. Dr. Chen

truly believes that focusing on wellness in conjunction with medication mediated symptom reduction will lead to a better outcome for patients. As a result, patients often enjoy the

supportive therapy, insight-oriented therapy and psychoeducation that is provided to them during their sessions with Dr. Chen.

Dr. Rashelle Tomlinson earned her Bachelor of Science from the College of William and Mary and her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She completed Psychiatry Residency and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship training at the University of South Florida and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She has practiced in outpatient settings, both in-office and via telemedicine, and has prior experience in inpatient psychiatry and consult liaison work within hospital systems.

Dr. Tomlinson believes in a whole-body approach to treatment and healing. Her style is warm, friendly, and accepting, creating a space where patients feel seen, heard, and respected. She considers both short-term symptom relief and long-term mental and physical health when developing treatment plans.

She begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, current symptoms, and future goals. She explores potential roadblocks from prior treatment and collaborates on a plan that may include medication management and brief supportive therapy, all aimed at supporting whole health.