Medication Management Services - Hixson Office
Sarah Algino-Sewell, PA-C, DMSc
Physician Assistant
Sarah is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant who came to Chattanooga in 2022 from North Carolina. She received her Masters and Doctorate degrees from High Point University.
Sarah is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatric provider with a deep passion for supporting individuals on their mental health journey. With a holistic approach to care, she blends evidence-based medication management with therapeutic interventions, mindfulness practices, and personalized strategies to treat the whole person - not just the symptoms.
Driven by a belief that mental health is just as important as physical health, Sarah works closely with each patient to understand their unique experiences, challenges, and goals. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic alliance, fostering a safe and nonjudgmental environment where individuals feel empowered to heal and grow. She strives to help individuals achieve emotional balance, resilience, and an improved quality of life.
Her expertise includes working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, substance use, and mood disorders across diverse populations.
Elyse Ros, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Elyse is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of nursing experience, with much of her career rooted in critical care. Originally from Miami, Florida, she now calls Chattanooga, Tennessee home.
Elyse believes in caring for the whole person - mind, body, and soul - and takes pride in building strong, supportive connections with her patients. Her critical care background has shaped her calm, compassionate approach to even the most complex situations.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, two children, and her large Cuban family.
Bilingual: English/Spanish
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Ken Cazort, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Ken Cazort is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, with over 6 years experience in critical care nursing. He received his graduate degree from Walden University. Ken recently moved to Ooltewah with his wife, two kids, and two dogs.
Ken is a dedicated provider focused on providing compassionate and evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. He strives to help patients navigate life’s challenges while helping them achieve their highest level of emotional and psychological wellness. He treats each client with empathy, respect, and cultural sensitivity.
Ken has expertise in developing personalized treatment plans with clients who experience depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders among other mental health diagnoses to support long-term emotional and physiological wellness.
Therapy Services - Hixson Office
Adam Webster
Brandi Santiwan
Kelsey Pingry
LPC-MHSP, MAC
To Contact Adam Call (423) 301-5264 or visit his profile at: Psychology Today
To schedule an appointment with Adam, click here: https://adam-webster.clientsecure.me
Adam has over 20 years of experience in the counseling profession in multiple inpatient and outpatient settings. He completed his Master of Science Degree in
LPC-MHSP, MAC
To Contact Adam Call (423) 301-5264 or visit his profile at: Psychology Today
To schedule an appointment with Adam, click here: https://adam-webster.clientsecure.me
Adam has over 20 years of experience in the counseling profession in multiple inpatient and outpatient settings. He completed his Master of Science Degree in Counseling from the University of Tennessee in 1998. Adam is a Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP) and nationally certified Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). Adam works with adults, couples, and groups. By drawing from a wealth of clinical experiences, he partners with clients to facilitate healing, growth and recovery.
Adam has facilitated many accredited mental health and substance abuse workshops, conferences, and trainings. Adam has engaged in local, state, and regional professional services and program coordination and provides clinical supervision for those seeking LPC licensure.
Kelsey Pingry
Brandi Santiwan
Kelsey Pingry
LPC-MHSP
Kelsey is a master’s level therapist from Raleigh, North Carolina. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Women’s and Gender Studies from Washington and Lee University and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC.
She is trained in Person-Centered Therapy
LPC-MHSP
Kelsey is a master’s level therapist from Raleigh, North Carolina. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Women’s and Gender Studies from Washington and Lee University and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC.
She is trained in Person-Centered Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Kelsey is passionate about working with individuals who want a safe space to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships, and how to find meaning and hope in their lives.
Brandi Santiwan
Brandi Santiwan
Dr. Tyler Oberheim
LPC-MHSP
Brandi is Licensed Professional Counselor with her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and her Master of Science in Holistic Child Development. She has experience working with youth in the foster care system and in community mental health settings. She has worked with individuals of various ages in finding peace wi
LPC-MHSP
Brandi is Licensed Professional Counselor with her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and her Master of Science in Holistic Child Development. She has experience working with youth in the foster care system and in community mental health settings. She has worked with individuals of various ages in finding peace within themselves or navigating life-altering traumas. She has experience in behavioral mental health in children and adolescents as well as managing anxiety, depression, compulsive disorders, and relationship difficulties.
Brandi believes everyone deserves the highest possible quality of life and that can be achieved through an eclectic therapeutic approach. Brandi is passionate about creating a safe space for people to gain, or take back, a sense of control in their lives.
Dr. Tyler Oberheim
Delaney Harris-Goodwin
Dr. Tyler Oberheim
PhD, LPC-MHSP
Available by Telehealth Only
For the past 10+ years, Tyler's passion has been to help facilitate change within adults in residential treatment settings (for eight of these 10 years – specific focus on addictions [chemical and behavioral], psychiatric disorders, Autism, and other mental health concerns) and adolescents aged 11
PhD, LPC-MHSP
Available by Telehealth Only
For the past 10+ years, Tyler's passion has been to help facilitate change within adults in residential treatment settings (for eight of these 10 years – specific focus on addictions [chemical and behavioral], psychiatric disorders, Autism, and other mental health concerns) and adolescents aged 11 to 18 in a school setting (for the other two years).
He graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and then furthered his training in the counseling profession by graduating from the University of Florida with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling and Counselor Education. His approach to counseling is to create a safe space in each counseling session, which is built on the understanding that each individual is a complex network of identities working together to create our lived experiences.
Tyler's experiences have afforded him the opportunity to gain experience with a multitude of presenting concerns, including but not limited to, chemical addictions, behavioral addictions (pornography, sex, shopping, gambling, eating disorders, video games, etc.), issues related to sexual and gender identity, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, with a specialized training in the transgender population, Autism Spectrum Disorder, sexuality and sex-positive therapy, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Tyler is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Services Provider designation (LPC-MHSP) in Tennessee, and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida.
Every person is different & Tyler believes it is important to have individualized treatment for each client he sees. He hopes to hear from you soon!
Delaney Harris-Goodwin
Delaney Harris-Goodwin
Delaney Harris-Goodwin
LPC-MHSP
Delaney received Master of Science degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling from Southern Adventist University in 2023 and has been working in the mental health field for 5 years.
Delaney has experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and their families in both inpatient and outpatient setting
LPC-MHSP
Delaney received Master of Science degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling from Southern Adventist University in 2023 and has been working in the mental health field for 5 years.
Delaney has experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and their families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She also has worked with individuals ranging from 6 years to 75 years and couples of varying ages and life stages. Delaney has experience working with a variety of needs such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, borderline, trauma, parenting, and relationships.
Lacy Anderson
Josealyn Pontius
Josealyn Pontius
Lacy obtained her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University in 2023 and is a candidate for clinical licensure in Tennessee as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider.
It is true that the greatest wounds humans face come through relationships. Some of these relational
Lacy obtained her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University in 2023 and is a candidate for clinical licensure in Tennessee as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Mental Health Service Provider.
It is true that the greatest wounds humans face come through relationships. Some of these relational wounds are so severe, we feel that we have to betray or abandon ourselves in order to survive. It is also true that our greatest potential to heal comes through relationships. Lacy seeks to come alongside individuals who are ready to step out of survival mode to empower them in their healing journey to uncover the path forward toward healing of relational wounds and reconciliation within their most fundamental relationship—their relationship with self.
Lacy's primary goal as a therapist is to be a safe space for whatever her clients need; whether learning coping skills for anxiety, processing trauma, untangling identity, exploring faith, or something else entirely, she seeks to provide a safe landing ground to do the hard work that is too big or scary to do alone or unsafe to do with others. Her hope is that everyone who walks through her door leaves feeling seen, heard, and known.
Lacy works from a trauma-informed, person-centered, LGBTQIA+ affirming lens. She believes in the intrinsic wisdom of our brains and bodies—deep down we know what we need to recover.
Josealyn Pontius
Josealyn Pontius
Josealyn Pontius
Josealyn is a pre-licensed clinician with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga who completed her EMDR training with Connect EMDR. Josealyn specializes in trauma-informed care and works with individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, and sexual identities, supporting the
Josealyn is a pre-licensed clinician with a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga who completed her EMDR training with Connect EMDR. Josealyn specializes in trauma-informed care and works with individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, genders, and sexual identities, supporting them in navigating both single-incident and complex trauma, as well as challenges related to depression, anxiety, and life transitions. With specialized experience in working with survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, Josealyn is committed to helping clients heal and build resilience.
Using evidence-based approaches such as Positive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Josealyn helps clients process difficult experiences while focusing on their strengths. Recognizing each person is unique, she integrates a range of therapeutic tools to ensure individualized and informed care tailored to each client's needs.
Josealyn is dedicated to creating a supportive, empathetic environment where clients feel empowered and challenged to pursue meaningful progress. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, self-compassion, and the development of coping skills, guiding individuals through their journey of healing, recovery, and personal growth.
Sabrina Cochran
Josealyn Pontius
Sabrina Cochran
Sabrina’s goal is to provide a supportive and empowering space for each client throughout their journey. A pre-licensed therapist from the Chattanooga area, Sabrina offers a compassionate, empathetic approach that places the therapeutic relationship at the heart of healing. She strives to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment whe
Sabrina’s goal is to provide a supportive and empowering space for each client throughout their journey. A pre-licensed therapist from the Chattanooga area, Sabrina offers a compassionate, empathetic approach that places the therapeutic relationship at the heart of healing. She strives to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions. Sabrina tailors each session to meet the unique needs of her clients, fostering a collaborative space where growth and healing can occur at their own pace.
Sabrina earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has 8 years of experience working with individuals facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, substance use, and other life challenges. She utilizes Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques to help clients build distress tolerance, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
Sabrina is passionate about helping her clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and find practical solutions that align with their personal goals.
Stephanie Evans
Stephanie Evans
Stephanie Evans
Stephanie is passionate about helping people grow and develop tools to build resilience and find healing along their journey. She works together with her clients to help them gain new perspectives and unlock possibilities within situations in which they feel stuck. Her approach to counseling is integrative, though primarily Person-Center
Stephanie is passionate about helping people grow and develop tools to build resilience and find healing along their journey. She works together with her clients to help them gain new perspectives and unlock possibilities within situations in which they feel stuck. Her approach to counseling is integrative, though primarily Person-Centered Therapy; she also uses Attachment Theory, Family Systems Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Stephanie primarily works with adults ages 18+ who are looking for a safe space to process their emotions, work on personal growth & development, heal from emotional wounds, or delve into whatever issues they are experiencing.
Stephanie is a pre-licensed counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Adventist University. In addition to her experience as a counselor, she has 25+ years of experience as a registered nurse, is a certified Life Growth Coach, and has completed her Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Hope Martof
Stephanie Evans
Stephanie Evans
Hope received her Master’s in Counseling in 2024 from Reformed Theological Seminary of Orlando, and previously graduated from Covenant College with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
She is certified in Somatic Anxiety Therapy from the Embody Lab. Hope’s clinical approach is also informed by 20 years of dance training, which taught her ho
Hope received her Master’s in Counseling in 2024 from Reformed Theological Seminary of Orlando, and previously graduated from Covenant College with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
She is certified in Somatic Anxiety Therapy from the Embody Lab. Hope’s clinical approach is also informed by 20 years of dance training, which taught her how breathwork, movement, and mind-body connection can cultivate deep personal growth.
As a holistic counselor, Hope respectfully acknowledges clients’ particular lived experiences. She holds space for people to be heard, welcomes their unique nervous systems, and supports clients as they develop greater resilience. Her counseling draws from evidence-based modalities and somatic techniques to help clients strengthen their capacity to experience emotional safety. Hope offers a warm and nonjudgmental presence in the messiness, walking alongside clients as they learn new skills and grow at their own pace.
Savannah Mason
Stephanie Evans
Savannah Mason
Savannah earned her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and is a pre-licensed clinician.
Savannah has experience working with pediatric cancer patients and their families. She has experience providing therapy to both adolescents and college-aged students struggling with substance
Savannah earned her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and is a pre-licensed clinician.
Savannah has experience working with pediatric cancer patients and their families. She has experience providing therapy to both adolescents and college-aged students struggling with substance misuse, grief, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and attachment.
Savannah is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and individuals of any age navigating chronic illness, cancer, and other mental health concerns. Savannah strives to create a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental environment that fosters growth and resilience. She looks forward to working with you!
Amanda Seay
Jake Maynard
Jake Maynard
Amanda is a pre-licensed clinician who earned her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. With over 4 years of experience in inpatient settings, Amanda has a deep background in supporting teenagers and their families through various life transitions. She is especially passionate
Amanda is a pre-licensed clinician who earned her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. With over 4 years of experience in inpatient settings, Amanda has a deep background in supporting teenagers and their families through various life transitions. She is especially passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with ASD and ADHD.
While her expertise is rooted in teens and family dynamics, she welcomes clients of all ages and backgrounds. Amanda does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach; she aims to be a partner in your journey, offering a warm, neuro-affirming, and safe environment where every individual feels truly seen and supported.
Jake Maynard
Jake Maynard
Jake Maynard
Jake is a pre-licensed clinician who received his master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2024 from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has worked with adolescents and adults of all genders, in both outpatient and inpatient settings. He has experience helping clients navigate a variety of mental health challeng
Jake is a pre-licensed clinician who received his master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2024 from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has worked with adolescents and adults of all genders, in both outpatient and inpatient settings. He has experience helping clients navigate a variety of mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, addiction, attachment wounding, grief, trauma, and identity confusion, among others.
Jake believes growth and healing begin by being heard and understood, no matter where you're at in life, and finding a compatible therapist for that journey is essential. His primary goal is to create a safe space rooted in openness, curiosity, and non-judgment that makes healing possible. Jake is committed to helping clients cultivate the skills that foster self-compassion, increase self-awareness, and shape resilience.
Jake understands everyone has their own unique story and experiences and approaches therapy in a way that is tailored to the client's history and individual needs.
