Paula Bennett, LPC

*THIS PROVIDER CANNOT PRESCRIBE CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES FOR NH PATIENTS* Dr. Peter Truong is a board-certified psychiatrist trained in Adult Psychiatry. He received his medical degree from FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine in Miami, Florida, and completed his residency training at Cambridge Health Alliance – Harvard Medical School.

Dr. Truong treats each patient with a holistic, evidence-based approach that incorporates psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic best practices. His priority is to build a safe and trusting working relationship with each patient, keeping in mind their unique biological, psychological, social, and spiritual contexts.

Dr. Truong has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related disorders. He incorporates therapy modalities such as supportive, psychodynamic, CBT, and EFT. Other professional interests include LGBTQIA and college mental health, mindfulness, and interventional psychiatry. He has worked with individuals with diverse backgrounds from all walks of life.

Dr. Prit Patel is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. He obtained his medical degree from the University of South Florida and subsequently completed his residency training at the University of Texas at Austin and Northwell Health's Zucker Hillside Hospital. During his training, Dr. Patel also served as chief resident of Zucker's Hillside Hospital's outpatient psychiatric department. Following his training, Dr. Patel has previously worked at New York Presbyterian's Gracie Square Hospital, where he served as an inpatient psychiatrist treating a variety of mental health conditions, utilizing a combination of medication management and therapeutic techniques in helping those experiencing distress due to their conditions. Throughout his training and career thus far, Dr. Patel has received several awards for his clinical care and contribution to medical and psychiatric education, such as Zucker Hillside's Psychiatric Educator award. Dr. Patel has also contributed to medical research in the domains of psychiatry and LGBTQ+ healthcare .Dr. Patel has an interest in not only treating disorders but also helping patients improve their overall well-being. He treats a variety of conditions including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and trauma-related disorders, through the use of medication and therapy. He has particular experience and interest in treating LGBTQ+ patients as well as young professionals and young adults.

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.

Melissa Medina, LCSW, began her journey in mental healthcare with a Bachelor’s in Psychology followed by a Master of Social Work degree. From 2015 to 2018, she completed her clinical hours at a community mental health agency in Los Angeles, where she gained experience working with diverse populations facing complex challenges. Melissa’s therapeutic approach integrates psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, strengths-based, dialectical behavioral, and EMDR modalities. She is dedicated to providing culturally sensitive, neurodivergent-friendly, person-centered care to support individuals and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, panic attacks, grief, family conflict, and life transitions.

Melissa believes therapy is both a journey and a destination. She takes an eclectic approach, tailoring interventions and communication to best fit each patient’s needs and preferences. Patients can expect an atmosphere of warmth, empathy, and collaboration. Through motivational interviewing and narrative techniques, Melissa helps individuals articulate their stories, identify strengths, and reframe challenges as opportunities for growth. She is committed to meeting patients where they are while supporting them in reaching their goals.

Melissa’s process begins with building rapport, listening to each patient’s story, and understanding their unique needs and hopes for therapy. Early sessions focus on creating a safe, supportive space while developing a treatment plan tailored to the individual. Patients can expect to gain fresh perspectives, practical coping strategies, and deeper self-awareness. Melissa’s goal is for patients to feel heard, understood, and empowered as they strengthen relationships, build resilience, and move toward a greater sense of fulfillment.

Dr. Caleb Cheatham is a board-certified psychiatrist who completed his undergraduate studies at Stetson University in DeLand, FL, before earning his medical degree and completing his psychiatry residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN. He brings a strong foundation in psychopharmacology and a deep commitment to person-centered care.

Dr. Cheatham takes an open, nonjudgmental approach and strives to create a safe space for patients to share vulnerably. He believes in leading with compassion and listening as a core tool for understanding. His treatment philosophy is integrative—combining thoughtful medication management with supportive, individualized therapy—and he encourages patients to consider the role of lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition, and exercise.

Dr. Cheatham begins with a conversational consultation focused on understanding each patient’s story and needs. Together, they co-create a personalized treatment plan grounded in the patient’s values. He emphasizes clear communication and routinely revisits treatment goals to ensure alignment, progress, and ongoing support.

Arlette Dominguez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privilege (LMHC-D) in New York State. She earned a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Mercy College. Arlette is a bilingual clinician fluent in English and Spanish and currently serves as a Bilingual Clinical Program Coordinator, providing clinical supervision, consultation, and direct care. She has extensive experience delivering individual, group, and family therapy in school-based, community, and outpatient settings, with a background in crisis intervention, assessment, treatment planning, solution-focused counseling, trauma-informed care, and telehealth services.

Arlette is passionate about promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma. She creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She values open communication and collaboration, believes deeply in each person’s resilience, and uses a strengths-based, solution-focused, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed approach to help clients build confidence, insight, and effective coping skills.

Arlette begins with a comprehensive intake to understand each client’s background, concerns, strengths, and goals. She works collaboratively to develop personalized, goal-oriented treatment plans and uses tailored, strengths-based interventions. She supports concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship challenges, stress, and life transitions, regularly reviewing progress and adjusting treatment to support continued growth.