Marcela Medina, LICSW

Ashley Sharp is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider
designation, who has experience working in multiple settings within the mental health
field including private practice counseling, school-based counseling, and in a behavioral
health hospital. This has allowed Ashley to work closely with individuals of various
demographics and a wide spectrum of mental health conditions. Ashley obtained her
undergraduate degree in psychology from Bryan College in Dayton, TN, and graduate
degree in clinical mental health counseling from Richmont Graduate University in
Chattanooga, TN.

Ashley has been working in the mental health field for 4 years and
focuses on mood and anxiety disorders, as well as personality disorders,
challenges in relationship dynamics, and difficult life transitions such as grief and
divorce. Ashley tailors her treatment modalities for the greatest benefit of the individual,
being considerate of the background and needs of each client.
Ashley uses an eclectic approach to therapy founded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
and incorporates elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy such as mindfulness,
distress tolerance, and emotional regulation.

Elizabeth Vah, LCSW, graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2008 with a master’s degree in clinical social work. She completed her internship at Seton Medical Center, gaining experience in the emergency room and specialty clinics. Elizabeth has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has training in DBT, CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused, and person-centered counseling.

Elizabeth takes a collaborative approach, partnering with patients to clarify goals and create a roadmap for growth. She has supported individuals from diverse backgrounds facing anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, interpersonal challenges, and severe mental illness. Her approach blends evidence-based therapies with individualized care, emphasizing a trusting, supportive relationship and a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

In the first session, Elizabeth creates a welcoming space to discuss challenges, goals, and personal history, reviewing confidentiality and treatment structure. Together, she and the patient develop a personalized plan. Ongoing sessions focus on exploring thoughts and feelings, identifying patterns, and practicing skills to support meaningful change, with regular goal review and reflection on progress.

Irene Rodriguez, LPC, has over six years of experience as a therapist in outpatient settings and has also worked as a high school counselor. She has supported adults from diverse backgrounds and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Irene earned her Master’s in Education with a counseling certification from the University of Texas at El Paso and completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Walden University, including internships at Texas Tech University Health Science Center and Ben Archer Clinic.

Irene values open communication and clarity, ensuring clients know what to expect in each session. She creates a welcoming, safe, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and heard. She uses an eclectic approach, drawing from CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic techniques, tailoring interventions to each client’s unique needs.

In the initial session, Irene discusses the client’s background, concerns, and goals. She collaborates with clients to develop and adjust treatment plans, blending their personal insights with her clinical expertise. Her approach emphasizes partnership, practical tools, and ongoing support to help clients achieve meaningful growth.

Abigail Skinner, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over five years of psychotherapy, behavioral health integration, and program leadership experience in medical and community-based settings. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from Touro College and completed Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI) at Columbia University. Abigail has specialized training in LGBTQ+ mental healthcare through Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, post-graduate training in relational psychoanalysis from The Stephen Mitchell Institute of Relational Studies, and advanced certification as a Behavioral Health Integration Specialist.

Abigail’s style is thoughtful and relational, emphasizing curiosity, trust, and authenticity. She believes each person’s story matters and works collaboratively to understand patterns, relationships, and strengths that can foster lasting change. Patients can expect a warm, supportive environment that balances compassion with structure—helping individuals explore challenges, identify meaningful goals, build self-awareness, and develop skills that support long-term emotional well-being.

Abigail begins treatment by building a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship grounded in respect and trust. During initial sessions, she takes time to understand each patient’s history, concerns, and goals, then develops a personalized treatment plan tailored to their unique values and needs. She integrates evidence-based practices with a relational, trauma-informed approach, using behavioral health strategies, psychoeducation, and supportive interventions. Abigail emphasizes open communication, regular check-ins, and ongoing review of progress to ensure care remains adaptive, collaborative, and effective.

Kelvin is an experienced Licensed Independent Social Worker who has worked in a variety of clinical and non-clinical settings. Kelvin's years of experience include work as a case manager, mental health therapist, substance use and mental health group facilitator, a lead clinician for a school-based services program and coordinator for adventure-based programming. This experience has allowed Kelvin to serve in a variety of settings, including: schools, homes, hospitals, and outpatient clinics, as well as working with individuals from nearly every age range; anywhere from kindergarten-aged school children to adults in a nursing home and almost everywhere in between. ‍Kelvin places great importance on making treatment a unique experience for every individual, strongly believing that there is no single uniform answer to an individual's problems and solutions should be tailored to that person's specific life circumstances. Kelvin has a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but utilizes practices as appropriate from a variety of treatment styles, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Behavioral Activation, Play Therapy and many more.

Haley Cramer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts. She earned her MS from Suffolk University and her BS from UMass Amherst, and has additional training in ARC (Attachment, Regulation, and Competency), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused approaches. Her professional background includes work in community service agencies, public school systems, and drop-in centers, giving her experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, diagnoses, family structures, and life goals.

When working with Haley, openness and honesty around expectations and values are encouraged, as this helps guide meaningful and effective treatment. She offers a flexible, collaborative approach and draws from a wide range of therapeutic modalities. If a particular strategy does not feel helpful, Haley works with patients to understand why and adjust accordingly. She views patients as the experts on their own experiences. Homework and worksheets are available upon request but are never required.

Haley focuses on building trust by developing goals and treatment plans collaboratively with patients. She takes into account lifestyle, aspirations, past experiences with mental health treatment, symptoms, and personal values. Together, she and her patients create achievable goals designed to produce tangible improvements in overall quality of life.