Fort Wayne, IN Therapy, Psychiatry, and Counseling

I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 13 years of experience treating adults with mental health and substance use disorders in inpatient, outpatient, and residential settings. I earned my ASN from Indiana University and completed my graduate studies there. I understand the importance of providing a safe and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and understood. I believe in empowering you to take an active role in your treatment and tailoring care to each unique personality. I am committed to building rapport based on trust, open communication, empathy, and clinical expertise. 

As a registered nurse and nurse practitioner, I've learned listening and compassion are as important as treatment. My focus is on mood disorders, grief, insomnia, trauma, substance use, and chronic mental illness, using assessments and medication management. I am both a provider and an advocate committed to making sure you are seen, respected, and empowered. 

I'll provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where we can form a therapeutic alliance and collaborate on a plan unique to your needs. My dedication is rooted in a personal journey: family and friends who have struggled with mental health and substance use. I believe we can create achievable, sustainable goals built on empathy, compassion, and listening. 

I am Nubia A. McVey, a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience in medical and psychiatric care. My approach is centered on treating the whole person, recognizing the connection between physical and mental health. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, ADHD, and substance use disorders. I believe that helping one person improve their mental health can positively impact their family and future generations, making every opportunity to support healing both a privilege and a purpose. 

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. By combining evidence-based psychiatric care, medication management, education, and supportive counseling, I help clients develop practical strategies for lasting improvement. Clients can expect a nonjudgmental environment where they feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care. 

Seeking help is a sign of strength, and you do not have to navigate life's challenges alone. I'm committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My goal is to help you find hope, healing, and the tools to create meaningful and lasting change. I'd be honored to be part of your journey. 

Julie Wiggins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience who has worked with individuals of all ages, offering compassionate support through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. Her areas of focus include anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, and trauma.

Julie earned a Master’s in Social Work from Indiana University. Whether she is helping a child manage attention difficulties, guiding a teen through anxiety, or supporting an adult processing deep grief or past trauma, Julie strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing and personal growth can take root.

Therapy can be a powerful step toward healing, clarity, and feeling more in control of your life. If you're ready to take that step, or just curious about what support could look like for you or your loved one, Julie invites you to reach out. She is here to walk alongside you, every step of the way.

Andi Yates is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 7 years of experience. Andi specializes in a variety of concerns, including anxiety and depression, trauma, neurodiversity, relationship issues, including intimacy concerns, LGBTQ+ identities and relationships, coping with change, and developmental concerns. She has experience working with both youth and adults to support them in unique challenges that each stage of life presents.

Andi received her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. As a horticultural therapist, Andi expertly weaves metaphor into her therapy sessions. Andi uses a wide range of tools, including emotionally focused therapy, systems theory, social justice therapy, somatic methods, and solution-focused therapy.

Andi works alongside her clients to find their inner strengths and pairs practical tools with emotional processing. Andi is deeply passionate about being a cheerleader for her clients and helping them celebrate themselves and their accomplishments. She is ready to support you in your journey, wherever it may lead.

Desiree Paddack is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience. She provides individual, family, and group counseling to address concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, conflict resolution, marital conflict, and so much more. She has worked with clients from all backgrounds from ages 5 to 68. Using active listening and a tailored approach to treatment, Desiree commits herself to helping others reach their goals.

Desiree received her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. Depending on a client’s needs, abilities, and concerns, she uses approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, attachment-based therapy, motivational interviewing, and Christian counseling.

Do you feel like something is missing in your life? Has it crossed your mind that things need to change? Do you simply need to feel seen or have your voice heard? Desiree is ready to explore with you. Reach out to her today!

Kristina Turner is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 16 years of experience in the mental health field. Kristina has worked in a variety of clinical settings including state hospitals treating chronic mental illnesses. She has experience in clinical outpatient settings focusing on the treatment of personality disorders and mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, as well as trauma. Kristina’s most recent experience is in helping others overcome addiction through medical detox, rehabilitation, and recovery-based group therapy.

Kristina completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology at Bowie State University. Her great passion is to bring healing to people who are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety. There is no "one size fits all" approach to healing and Kristina’s training in various treatment modalities prepares her to help meet clients where they are. Her overall goal is to help clients create a healthy perception of themselves, their families, and the world around them.

Kristina invites you to meet with her and see if you are a good fit. She is presently accepting new clients for telehealth services to help clients feel more comfortable in their own setting while being flexible with scheduling. Kristina understands the demands of the world and she is looking to make treatment helpful and healing–not add more pressure.

Julie Wiggins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience who has worked with individuals of all ages, offering compassionate support through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. Her areas of focus include anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, and trauma.

Julie earned a Master’s in Social Work from Indiana University. Whether she is helping a child manage attention difficulties, guiding a teen through anxiety, or supporting an adult processing deep grief or past trauma, Julie strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing and personal growth can take root.

Therapy can be a powerful step toward healing, clarity, and feeling more in control of your life. If you're ready to take that step, or just curious about what support could look like for you or your loved one, Julie invites you to reach out. She is here to walk alongside you, every step of the way.

Thomas Lims Owusu-Asante is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCSW, LCAC) who has over 13 years of experience working with adults who are struggling with anger, addiction, life transitions, family issues, anxiety, depression, stress, and more.

Thomas holds a Master's degree in Social Work, a Master's degree Addiction Counseling degree, and a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. With extensive global travel experience including 15 countries, and exposure to multiple cultures, Thomas is well-versed in the peculiarities of families’ cultural, traditional, and religious background. He utilizes multiple therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), solutions-focused therapy (SFT), narrative therapy (NT), and Alderian therapy.

As we all know, life is full of challenges but with willingness and determination, Thomas is confident that he can assist you and your family to gain new perspective about life. He'll work to help you learn effective techniques to cope with life's challenges. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with Thomas today.

Andi Yates is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 7 years of experience. Andi specializes in a variety of concerns, including anxiety and depression, trauma, neurodiversity, relationship issues, including intimacy concerns, LGBTQ+ identities and relationships, coping with change, and developmental concerns. She has experience working with both youth and adults to support them in unique challenges that each stage of life presents.

Andi received her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. As a horticultural therapist, Andi expertly weaves metaphor into her therapy sessions. Andi uses a wide range of tools, including emotionally focused therapy, systems theory, social justice therapy, somatic methods, and solution-focused therapy.

Andi works alongside her clients to find their inner strengths and pairs practical tools with emotional processing. Andi is deeply passionate about being a cheerleader for her clients and helping them celebrate themselves and their accomplishments. She is ready to support you in your journey, wherever it may lead.

Desiree Paddack is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience. She provides individual, family, and group counseling to address concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, conflict resolution, marital conflict, and so much more. She has worked with clients from all backgrounds from ages 5 to 68. Using active listening and a tailored approach to treatment, Desiree commits herself to helping others reach their goals.

Desiree received her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. Depending on a client’s needs, abilities, and concerns, she uses approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, attachment-based therapy, motivational interviewing, and Christian counseling.

Do you feel like something is missing in your life? Has it crossed your mind that things need to change? Do you simply need to feel seen or have your voice heard? Desiree is ready to explore with you. Reach out to her today!

Shawna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Indiana and has over 20 years of experience in mental health treatment. She specializes in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-confidence and coping with the challenges of daily life.

Shawna holds her Master's degree in Social Work at the University of Illinois- Chicago, Jane Addams College of Social Work. She is experienced using a variety of treatment modalities cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and more.

Shawna is confident she can support you on the journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.

Kristina Turner is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 16 years of experience in the mental health field. Kristina has worked in a variety of clinical settings including state hospitals treating chronic mental illnesses. She has experience in clinical outpatient settings focusing on the treatment of personality disorders and mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, as well as trauma. Kristina’s most recent experience is in helping others overcome addiction through medical detox, rehabilitation, and recovery-based group therapy.

Kristina completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology at Bowie State University. Her great passion is to bring healing to people who are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety. There is no "one size fits all" approach to healing and Kristina’s training in various treatment modalities prepares her to help meet clients where they are. Her overall goal is to help clients create a healthy perception of themselves, their families, and the world around them.

Kristina invites you to meet with her and see if you are a good fit. She is presently accepting new clients for telehealth services to help clients feel more comfortable in their own setting while being flexible with scheduling. Kristina understands the demands of the world and she is looking to make treatment helpful and healing–not add more pressure.

Julie Wiggins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience who has worked with individuals of all ages, offering compassionate support through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. Her areas of focus include anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, and trauma.

Julie earned a Master’s in Social Work from Indiana University. Whether she is helping a child manage attention difficulties, guiding a teen through anxiety, or supporting an adult processing deep grief or past trauma, Julie strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing and personal growth can take root.

Therapy can be a powerful step toward healing, clarity, and feeling more in control of your life. If you're ready to take that step, or just curious about what support could look like for you or your loved one, Julie invites you to reach out. She is here to walk alongside you, every step of the way.

I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 13 years of experience treating adults with mental health and substance use disorders in inpatient, outpatient, and residential settings. I earned my ASN from Indiana University and completed my graduate studies there. I understand the importance of providing a safe and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and understood. I believe in empowering you to take an active role in your treatment and tailoring care to each unique personality. I am committed to building rapport based on trust, open communication, empathy, and clinical expertise. 

As a registered nurse and nurse practitioner, I've learned listening and compassion are as important as treatment. My focus is on mood disorders, grief, insomnia, trauma, substance use, and chronic mental illness, using assessments and medication management. I am both a provider and an advocate committed to making sure you are seen, respected, and empowered. 

I'll provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where we can form a therapeutic alliance and collaborate on a plan unique to your needs. My dedication is rooted in a personal journey: family and friends who have struggled with mental health and substance use. I believe we can create achievable, sustainable goals built on empathy, compassion, and listening. 

I am Nubia A. McVey, a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with experience in medical and psychiatric care. My approach is centered on treating the whole person, recognizing the connection between physical and mental health. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, ADHD, and substance use disorders. I believe that helping one person improve their mental health can positively impact their family and future generations, making every opportunity to support healing both a privilege and a purpose. 

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized. By combining evidence-based psychiatric care, medication management, education, and supportive counseling, I help clients develop practical strategies for lasting improvement. Clients can expect a nonjudgmental environment where they feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care. 

Seeking help is a sign of strength, and you do not have to navigate life's challenges alone. I'm committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. My goal is to help you find hope, healing, and the tools to create meaningful and lasting change. I'd be honored to be part of your journey.