Meet our Providers

Lady Crockett, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Philosophy of Care 

Lady Crockett, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, with training and experience treating patients with psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and practice settings ranging from hospitals to outpatient clinics. She is qualified to practice in psychiatry; diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications. Her education includes a Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specialization, from Northern Kentucky University. She has her certification in Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and certified in telehealth. She has over 9 years’ experience as a psychiatric charge nurse at a state inpatient mental health hospital, in addition to experience managing a residential rehabilitation treatment program for veterans with mental and medical illnesses, substance use disorders, and military sexual trauma. Lady Crockett brings to clinic a humanistic philosophy of holistic care for both mind, body, and an abiding commitment to individualized, personalized, and comprehensive care for patients. Lady’s hobbies include reading, time with family, bicycling, and traveling. 

Education

 Northern Kentucky University
Master of Science in Nursing

Specialties 

• ADD/ADHD
• Anxiety: Panic Disorder, Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders
• Grief and Loss
• Mood Disorders: Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorder
• Substance Abuse
• Personality Disorder
• Smoking Cessation
• Insomnia

Lauren Carsten, LPCC

Philosophy of Care

Lauren A. Carsten is an independently licensed clinical mental health counselor (PCC) and earned her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from John Carroll University. Prior to moving back to her native Ohio, she completed BAs in both psychology and behavioral science (an interdisciplinary degree encompassing human behavior through sociology, anthropology and psychology) from San Jose State University in California. She holds competencies treatment of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and grief, and has experience and training using trauma-informed practices.

She also has extensive experience working with multicultural populations as well as the LGBTQIA population and has given trainings in these areas with a focus on sensitivity and accommodations to treatment approaches. She has also completed the certificate program for Substance Abuse Counseling from the University of Cincinnati and is able to integrate that training into current treatment when needed. She is adept at the treatment of individual clients, couples, as well as families and groups, and welcomes clients to incorporate other people into their sessions if needed and appropriate. Her style is generally relaxed and casual and ascribes to the Gestalt model of client interactions but does pull from several different approaches to find the more efficacious approach for each client individually.

Education

John Carroll University
Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Grief
• Multicultural populations
• LGBTQIA

Marissa Ragon, PMHNP

Philosophy of Care

Marissa Ragon is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has over a decade of experience working in the field of psychiatry and mental health. Marissa completed her undergraduate and graduate degree studies at The University of Akron. She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 2008, with the intent of becoming a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Marissa graduated with honors in May of year 2013 with a Master of Science degree in Nursing. Her professional clinical practice as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner officially began in July of year 2013.

Marissa is board certified to treat all age groups, but primarily treats adults. She has experience in treating a vast array of psychiatric-mental health conditions in various treatment settings. Her treatment approach centers upon helping her clients build resilience through realizing their strengths.

Education

The University of Akron
Master of Science in Nursing

Specialties

• Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa
• Anxiety disorders
• Autism spectrum disorder related conditions
• Bipolar disorder
• Depressive disorders
• Insomnia
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related conditions
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders

Samantha Paulin, LISW

Philosophy of Care

Samantha is a Licensed Independent Social Worker in the state of Ohio who has 8 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults seeking help with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, anger management, school issues, peer relationships, and family conflict. She utilizes a holistic, creative, and collaborative strengths-based approach in her therapeutic practice to meet the unique needs of each of her clients. 

Samantha is trained in evidence-based practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Family Therapy, and loves to incorporate mind-body interventions such as: Mindfulness, Meditation, Relaxation/Breathing Techniques, and Yoga/Movement based interventions. 

Samantha believes therapy is an opportunity for personal growth, self-awareness and building on your strengths. She is committed to meeting clients where they are, helping them build new skills, and developing a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. She looks forward to partnering with you to meet your goals and live the life you desire.

Education

The Ohio State University
Master of Social Work

Specialties

• Anxiety
• ADHD
• Oppositional Defiance 
• Depression
• Trauma
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities 
• Stress management
• Self esteem
• Life transitions
• Anger management
• Relationship issues
• Grief & Loss

Alexandra Restelli, LISW

Philosophy of Care

At an early age I became aware that helping others was a passion of mine and that this was something I wanted to share with others. I view therapy as an opportunity for individuals to grow and to challenge themselves to become more aware of their needs, mentally and emotionally. It is important for us as humans to express our feelings in a safe and nurturing space in order to begin the healing and rebuilding process.

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker for the state of Ohio experienced in working with individuals with severe mental illness as well as personality disorders in the community, psychiatric facilities and correctional facilities.  I have been working as a Social Worker since 2015 to which I obtained my independent license in 2020. I have clinical experience providing individual counseling, family counseling, crisis assessments and interventions, adolescent therapy, co-occurring disorders (dually diagnosed), and disorders ranging from anxiety, depression to trauma related disorders. 

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe and respectful space for you to share your goals. I feel that therapy is a great tool for success as well as a healthy way to maintain our stress levels. I look forward to establishing a healthy clinical relationship to support building your strengths and creating goals to discover the best you!

Education

The Ohio State University
Master's of Social Work

Specialties

• Families
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Depression
• Mood Disorders
• PTSD
• Academic and Work Issues

Victoria Riordan, LPCC

Philosophy of Care

Victoria Riordan is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio who has worked with families, couples, and individuals aged 6-98, including veterans. She has worked with clients from diverse backgrounds seeking help with a variety of difficulties, including anxiety, trauma, life transitions, relationships, career, social skills, self-esteem, organization/focus, and depression. She has a passion for helping people learn the skills they need to lead fulfilled, successful lives. 

Victoria utilizes many different techniques to assist clients in reaching their goals, focusing on providing collaborative, emotionally supportive interventions from a diverse range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, especially mindfulness based, solution focused, skill-oriented treatments that consider client strengths and the impact of past experiences on how individuals see the world. Theories she uses frequently include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, PERMA model, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy. 

It is important to Victoria that each client feel safe, accepted, and understood. She believes you have the right to define what success means to you and deserve access to the help we all occasionally need to reach our goals. Life is a journey that requires many different strengths, skills, and supports to navigate effectively. She knows that it takes courage to take the step of seeking counseling services. She feels honored to be invited to help you find what you need to navigate your path in a way that brings positivity and balance to your life.

Education

Xavier University
Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Specialties

• ADHD 
• Anxiety 
• Career Counseling 
• Decision-making/Problem-solving 
• Depression 
• Family Therapy 
• PTSD 
• Relationship Issues 
• Social Skills