Meet the Team
Nadia Persun
Ph.D.
Clinical Director
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Persun's clinical expertise includes the treatment of anxiety, eating disorders, weight loss, infertility and women's health, marriage and family therapy, and adolescent issues. She also does psychological testing for learning disabilities. Dr. Persun is an alumna of the University of Chicago, where she obtained her Doctorate in Psychology and Human Development.
Amanda Scott
MA, LCPC, NCC, ADHD-CSPP
Clinical Supervisor
Counselor/Mental Health Therapist
Amanda received her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Concordia University. She has experience working with children, youth, adults, families, and groups, treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, social behavioral issues, autism, and family conflict. Amanda utilizes CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Shawn Tessmer
MA, LCPC
Counselor/Mental Health Therapist
Shawn brings a compassionate and engaging approach to counseling, focusing on providing solution-oriented therapy, insight-oriented modalities, and CBT. He has a passion for working with youth, helping teenagers and young adults overcome issues of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. He also treats families, addressing family conflicts, marital discord, and parent-child issues.
Alex Overby
MA
Counselor/Clinical Intern
Alexis "Alex" received her masters from William Carey University, both in psychology. Her experience has been working with children through behavior modification and CBT. She began working with adults prior to the pandemic by helping them to establish and identify their strengths and creating an environment to help them grow and realize their true potential.
Erin Hankins Meagher
MA, LCPC
Counselor/Mental Health Therapist
Erin received her Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in counseling from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She has experience working with college students dealing with depression, anxiety, academic difficulties, self-esteem issues, and career counseling decisions. Erin also has experience working with adults providing crisis intervention.
Laura Schleifer
MA, LCPC, NCC
Counselor/Mental Health Therapist
Laura believes that each individual holds unique strengths, wisdom, and the capacity to heal, grow, and thrive. She helps clients discover the tools they already possess and to use them effectively to reach their goals. She also teaches new skills and considers it a privilege to join with clients on this collaborative healing journey.
Artin Taghipour
MA, LPC, NCC
Counselor/Mental Health Therapist
Mr. Artin Taghipour believes receiving assistance can pose difficulties for individuals, he is dedicated to facilitating a sense of comfort for each of his clients. He offers unwavering support, genuine empathy, a non-critical approach, dependability, and absolute confidentiality. His aim is to establish a strong connection with his clients, cultivating a secure and welcoming environment. He firmly advocates setting clear goals and regularly evaluating one’s progress.
