Clinical Services

Megan Ledbetter, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-C has her Masters of Science in Nursing, and dually certificated as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Megan's early experience in nursing started as a nursing assistant in 2004 where she fell in love with the field of nursing and helping others in their time of need. From there she went on to obtain her RN license and worked in various areas as a bedside nurse for ten years. Through collaborating with doctors in various settings she decided that becoming a nurse practitioner was the right direction. She graduated in 2018 with her FNP and started her work in psychiatry right away. After experiencing the psychiatric field and knowing this was exactly where she belonged, she went on to obtain her PMHNP certification. She has worked in various settings ranging from inpatient psychiatry to addiction recovery services and enjoys being there for her patients in their time of need. To her helping people find inner peace is what brings her the greatest joy, because she feels we all deserve to live comfortably within ourselves. In her spare time, you will find her at home with her family, enjoying sports or reading a good book. She has a beautiful, blended family of six that mean the world to her. She finds the outdoors as often as she can and enjoys cycling, hiking, or paddle boarding to name a few.

Stacey Johnson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio ( E.3690). Stacey a person-centered therapist that utilizes a variety of techniques including mindfulness and creative approaches. She works to foster a non-judgmental environment of compassion and caring, for clients to be able to explore themselves. Stacey enjoys working with children, adolescents and their families, to help them develop the necessary skills to empower them to become the best version of themselves. In her spare time, she enjoys camping, being outdoors and spending time with family.

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Kelly Kromer is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a training supervision designation in the state of Ohio (E.2102086-SUPV). Kelly is certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and integrates this model with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her practice, supplementing mindfulness and positive psychology to support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress.

Believing in a holistic, client-centered approach, Kelly is dedicated to offering a safe, nurturing space that encourages self-expression and personal growth. She tailors each session to the unique needs of her clients, focusing on empowering them to discover joy and freedom on their journey towards healing.

Kelly's commitment to her clients extends beyond traditional therapeutic techniques; she celebrates every step of progress, big or small, aiming to uncover and strengthen the innate resilience within each individual. Her goal is to guide her clients towards a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Len is Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Ohio C.2204468. Len is a person-centered therapist with an eclectic approach to treatment. He implements Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Narrative Therapy into his counseling. He believes in the importance of the client taking action in their treatment process through using CBT to change how they think and taking action to change the way they feel. He believes in the importance of the narrative an individual creates for their lives. Len believes that mindfulness and meditation can be an important part of healing and wellness.

Len works with adolescents and adults. His focus over the past few years has been working with young adult males dealing with anxiety, depression, and ADHD. Len’s passion is to assist clients in becoming the very best version of themselves and to help them realize their passion, meaning, and purpose in life.

Along with working with clients and athletes over the past seven years, he has also been a teacher and coach for over twenty-five years. Len also works with athletes in the area of mental performance training, teaching skills such as goal setting, positive self-talk, visualization, self-regulation, and a Game-ready routine to help individuals perform at their highest level. Len enjoys playing the guitar, playing different sports, walking his dog, writing books for young adults, and spending time with friends and family.

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Jason will be working out of our Chagrin location. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (C.2204267) in the State of Ohio. Jason works primarily with adolescents and adults, and enjoys helping clients learn new coping skills and experiencing positive life changes.

He is trained in a wide range of therapeutic approaches including; cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, rational-emotive behavioral therapy, gestalt therapy, reality therapy, and mindfulness-based counseling. Jason also has a sub-specialty in addiction and substance abuse counseling, especially for adolescents and young adults. As part of this specialty, Jason enjoys facilitating peer support group work, and a wide range of programs to contribute to long term recovery.

When not at work, Jason enjoys spending time with his family, being on the water, and experiencing the outdoors.

Scott is a licensed Professional counselor C.2204671 in the State of Ohio, working mainly with adults, focusing on couples counseling, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, stress reduction, and trauma. As a counselor, he aims to create an empathetic, open-minded, and supportive space to uncover a client’s natural strengths and resilience. Scott is oriented toward experiential mind-body modalities drawing from Internal Family Systems, Coherence Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Mindfulness. Mindfulness is a skill and we can learn to apply these skills when needed and shift habitual responses and moods. There is more going on at any moment than we realize and when we begin to explore this it creates new possibilities.

Katherine is a Licensed Professional Counselor (C.2304887) in the State of Ohio. Katherine earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University. Prior to continuing her education at JCU, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies from Ohio University.

Katherine has worked in a variety of settings, with many different populations. Specific populations include, survivors of domestic violence, individuals with substance use disorders, and children and teens with various social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. She enjoys working with people of all ages and strives to teach her clients skills to help process emotions and learn to manage and cope with activities of daily living. Katherine uses a person-centered therapeutic approach and has training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices.

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Mandy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (C.2204670) in the State of Ohio. Mandy earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University. Prior to her Master’s, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at JCU as well.

Mandy has worked in a variety of settings, with many different populations. Her focused populations include anxiety disorders, depression, and ADHD. She enjoys working with people 10 years old up to young adulthood. Mandy strives to teach her clients to understand their thinking patterns and emotional communication. Mandy takes on a person-centered therapeutic approach incorporating acceptance commitment therapy, CBT, and mindfulness practices.

Elisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Ohio (C.2305374). She works through an eclectic lens to suit the individual in understanding the relationship between their life experiences and worldview with their current struggles. As a therapist, she aims toward providing a safe and supportive space where individuals can process their thoughts and feelings while discovering themselves.

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Hadley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (C. 2305452) in the state of Ohio. Hadley earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University. Prior to continuing her education at JCU, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Neuroscience from Ohio State University.

Hadley previously worked at Cleveland Rape Crisis Center and has experience working with adolescent and adult populations. Hadley tailors treatment to each individual client but pulls from psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavior therapy perspectives.

Ashley is a clinical intern, practicing under the supervision of Jennifer Emch. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University in Psychology. Ashley attends Northwestern University and will graduate with her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in the Summer of 2024. She has a passion for working with diverse populations, including the LGBTQ+ population and those experiencing depression and anxiety. She employs a primarily person-centered, eclectic approach with clients to provide a safe and accepting space.

Cassandra is a counselor trainee, practicing under the supervision of Christelle Buholzer. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism with a minor in Psychology from Bowling Green State University. Cassandra currently attends Cleveland State University and will graduate with her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in the Spring of 2024. Cassandra obtained her Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Preliminary license in March of 2023. She enjoys working with all ages but specializes in working with adult populations. She pulls from person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, integrative, solutions-focused and mindfulness-based approaches. Cassandra is also the editor of the Geauga County Maple Leaf, Chesterland News and Kirtland Chronicle newspaper. She is a certified 500-hour Yoga Instructor with specializations in yoga nidra and therapeutic/chakra yoga; a Reiki Master; and a certified holistic psychotherapy coach.

Rebecca is a Counselor Trainee practicing under the supervision of Dallas Roessner. Rebecca is completing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health and Addictions Counseling and will be graduating in May 2024. Rebecca has worked as a substance use counselor with adolescents for the last 2 years. Upon graduating, Rebecca plans on specializing in addictions and bariatric counseling with the adult population. Rebecca takes on a psychodynamic approach to bring forward negative thoughts and experiences from the subconscious where we then utilize interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to work through those negative core beliefs together. Rebecca also enjoys group therapy and finds group to be extremely meaningful and powerful in the world of healing.

Passionate about fostering growth and well-being, I am a mental health therapist intern committed to guiding individuals towards their best selves. With a foundation built on empathy and understanding, I approach each client with an open heart and a non-judgmental stance. My aim is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your challenges, discover your strengths, and embark on a journey towards healing and personal fulfillment. Together, let's navigate through life's complexities with compassion, resilience, and the unwavering belief in your potential for positive change.

Keegan graduated with her bachelor's degree in psychology and a minor in criminology from Kent State University. Keegan is currently continuing her education at Kent State for her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and will graduate in December of 2024. Keegan uses CBT as her foundational theory but employs an eclectic approach in sessions including Existential, Person-centered, Psychoanalytic, and DBT aspects. Keegan has a history of working in domestic violence and on the suicide hotline. Her special areas of interest are trauma and grief, but she is excited to work with all types of clients.

Sadie Mae is our beloved office therapy labradoodle, a friendly and gentle presence known for her warm greetings at the door and her special fondness for children. With a heart as big as her smile, she has become an integral part of our therapeutic environment.

From the moment clients enter, Sadie is there to offer a welcoming wag of her nub of a tail, often accompanied by an inviting nuzzle. She has a remarkable knack for sensing when someone needs extra comfort, and she’s always ready to offer her soothing presence. Her calm demeanor and soft fur provide a sense of tranquility that enriches the therapeutic experience.

When Sadie is not busy working, she enjoys playing with her doggie sister, Happy. She also has been known to play a game of catch and indulging in her favorite treats. She embodies the spirit of unconditional love and acceptance that we should all strive for.