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Jennifer Howell, Psy.D., CAP, CEDS About: Jennifer Howell is a Licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and hope. She provides thoughtful, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults struggling with life transitions and stress management, family and relationship dynamics, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and substance use, and eating disorders. Dr. Howell believes that meaningful change happens in a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. Her approach is both compassionate and practical—helping clients not only process their experiences but also develop real tools for lasting growth. Dr. Howell uses a personalized, evidence-based approach tailored to each client’s needs. Her work integrates: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Motivational Interviewing Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Prolonged Exposure Therapy Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) She focuses on helping clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create sustainable change in their daily lives. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming—but it’s also a powerful step toward change. At Best Life Mental Health and Wellness, Dr. Howell is committed to walking alongside clients as they pursue healing and growth.
Education: Nova Southeastern University, Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), 2001 John Carroll University, Bachelor of Science in Psychology, 1996 Certified Addictions Professional (CAP) Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS)
Sara M. Martin MA, MA, LMFT About:Â Welcome. :) My clients are intelligent, cognitively, somatically, and/or empathic. They care about growth towards greater health and balance, relationally and professionally. From a body felt and practical sense, they would like to feel met, seen and valued, as is true of all of us. I work from a calm, clear, non-judgmental, warm, fun, skilled and compassionate place, who can connect to what is being shared. I am in my mid 50's. I personally know multiple forms of trauma and have found greater health and healing through each of their unique and similar forms. I focus where you are. I help create intentions that are mutually agreeable. I offer a choice on how we go about reaching intentions. I keep things present tense, while also creating the safety to touch into and integrate the deepest of traumatic material, somatically, cognitively, and relationally. I help you feel more at ease in the mind and body. I have the intention to see you...to hear you...to meet you right where you are. I would be honored to help you find greater health, peace, love, and light of your soul. I look to supporting you in your transformation to a place that is just where YOU want to be!
Education: Western Carolina University: Master's in Education ​ Pfeiffer University Master's in Marriage Family Therapy
Kelsey Fish MA, LCMHC, NCC About: I'm Kelsey, A Panamanian-American licensed clinical mental health counselor with 6 years of counseling experience. I have worked with clients of all ages from various backgrounds and with a variety of presenting problems, including trauma,  anxiety, depression, substance abuse, mood disorders, psychosis, grief, LGBTQIA+ issues, relationship/family issues, and transitions/adjustment issues.  I have a strong background in drama, dance, and music and utilize the arts in therapy regularly. I am certified in Expressive Arts Therapy and also have post-graduate training in Gestalt Therapy, DBT, and Motivational interviewing.  My counseling theoretical orientation is eclectic and informed by feminist therapy.  Gestalt therapy, DBT, Narrative therapy, Motivational interviewing and expressive arts perspectives. In the fall of 2023, I also became a Registered Yoga Teacher. I am a passionate advocate for disenfranchised groups and utilize a social justice-oriented lens while supporting individuals in responding to life challenges. I believe that each person has unique strengths, and I will work to help identify and lean into those strengths to reach your goals.  I strive to create a safe, nonjudgemental ( and hopefully fun!) environment where you can be yourself and feel free.  My goal is to guide you toward your own inner wisdom, to assist you in learning how to best meet your needs, and to embody your authentic self.
Education: University of North Carolina at Charlotte: Bachelor of Science in Psychology Minor: Women's and Gender Studies ​Appalachian State University: Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Certificate: Expressive Arts Therapy