I have experience in hospital, school and prison settings. I earned both my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work at Youngstown State University. I am an “EMDR Trained Therapist”. I have experience with clients of all ages. I’m currently specializing in anxiety and depressive disorders, life adjustments, ADHD, trauma disorders, stress management, body image and self esteem, mindfulness practices, grief and loss, LGBTQ.

Hello, my name is Karissa Braun, I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and a graduate of Youngstown State University. I work with children ages 8 and older, couples, and mothers, supporting clients as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am dedicated in creating a supportive, compassionate space where individuals and families can build resilience and move toward meaningful change. 

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I understand that starting therapy can feel overwhelming, so I focus on creating a comfortable, supportive space where clients can feel safe being themselves. My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and guided by a strengths-based, client-centered perspective.

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My goal is to help each client feel heard, supported, and more confident in their ability to handle life’s challenges.

Hello!! My name is Jereese, though I also go by Reese. I am a Licensed Social Worker with nearly 10 years of experience. I hold a Bachelor's in Social Work and a Master of Science in Social work as well. I am currently pursuing a Doctorate in Social Work as I feel that education is the cornerstone of continued growth and success in this field. I am driven by my belief in the importance of achieving personal goals, no matter how challenging they may seem, and I help my clients find the confidence to go after their dreams and goals.

I am committed to meeting individuals where they are and working collaboratively to address their unique needs. My areas of expertise include mood disorders, trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, self-esteem, and supporting individuals in becoming the best version of themselves. My primary experience is in individual therapy; I am well versed in face-to-face services as well as telehealth services. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.

As a mom and someone who has personally healed through Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts work, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), somatic, and attachment-based work, I understand how past experiences can show up in relationships and parenting. I work with adults and parents who want to heal from complex trauma and attachment wounds—especially when the past keeps showing up in your relationships, parenting, or everyday life. If you’ve tried therapy before and are ready for deeper work, I can help you move past patterns that logic alone hasn’t solved. Together, we’ll use inner child work, nervous system regulation, and trauma-informed approaches to help you feel more grounded, connected, and confident in yourself and your relationships.

Jill is a Licensed Social Worker with over 20 years of experience.  She obtained a degree in Early Child Development and Bachelor of Social Work from Youngstown State University.  Jill went on to obtain her Master of Social Work from Simmons College in Boston, MA in 2017.  She is currently working towards her LISW at this time.  Her experience ranges from Juvenile sexual offender case management, youth short term inpatient mental health stays, IOP for children with behavioral/mental health issues, adults with mental health or addiction issues, inpatient critical care, and outpatient care coordination, as well as private individual therapy sessions for all ages.  Jill has experience working with children of all ages on an inpatient and outpatient basis.  She has care coordination experience and works well with our primary care medical physicians for a full wrap around care model.  Jill has been working with children and adults of all ages with mental and behavioral health issues including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, sexual trauma, conflict resolution, self-esteem, and stress to name a few.  She feels each person brings their own story and will base treatment to support the individual needs.  She does well with finding connections to each patient.   On a personal note Jill is an avid sports fan with her passion for hockey and football.

Diane Palumbo is an independently licensed social worker with experience in clinical supervision. Diane has her bachelor’s and master’s in social work from Youngstown State University. With over ten years of experience, she’s worked with adolescents and adults, including individual, group, and family therapies. The focus of Diane's clinical work involves substance use, severe and persistent mental health, feeding, and eating disorders, court-directed treatment, medically assisted treatment, and the chronically homeless. Diana developed a passion for sports psychology and wellness having played collegiate soccer at YSU.