Our team includes providers of various specialties to help meet your needs.
Katrina Higgins, PsyDIn-Office & Telehealth Provider
Dr. Higgins is a co-founder and majority owner of The Joy and Wellness Center. She has been a licensed clinical psychologist since 2010 and primarily focuses on the brain-behavior relationship. Much of her time at the Center is devoted to psychological assessments to help individuals identify the source of their difficulties and explore appropriate treatment options based on that information. She does evaluations for ADHD, Autism, personality disorders, cognitive functioning, disability, pre-surgical readiness, and fitness for duty. She specializes in working with adults in therapy who have experienced trauma or who struggle with anxiety, primarily utilizing treatment modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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Nick Jones, PhDIn-Office & Telehealth Provider
Dr. Jones is a licensed psychologist who received his Doctorate of Philosophy in Psychology from the University of South Dakota. He works with kids (6+) and adults to provide psychological testing to assess for ADHD, Autism, learning disorders, personality disorders, and other conditions. Dr. Jones is our Training Director and works closely with our center's student interns and provides them with ongoing supervision and training. When providing individual therapy, he uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and skills training with a focus on interpersonal relationships. He specializes in treating ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD. In addition, he performs Diagnostic Evaluations and Psychological Testing for academic accommodation, Disability, cognitive and memory functioning, IQ, pre-surgical readiness, pre-employment, and Fitness for Duty.
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Katia Ramirez, PsyDIn-Office & Telehealth Provider
Dr. Ramirez is a licensed psychologist who received her Doctorate of Psychology from Argosy University in 2009 and her Masters in Education in Counseling from the University of Puget Sound. In addition, she is an artist and enjoys drawing, painting, and creating murals. She works with clients of all ages who struggle with a variety of issues, including Trauma, Grief and Loss, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Autism, Developmental disorders, Intellectual disabilities, behavioral challenges and poor coping skills. She uses CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Attachment-based treatments.
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Amanda Quayle, PsyDTelehealth Provider
Dr. Quayle is a licensed psychologist who received her Doctorate of Psychology from The California School of Professional Psychology. She has worked helping survivors of relationship violence, along with members of the LGBT and HIV communities. Dr. Quayle works with adults and couples using a blend of theories centered on mindfulness-based reduction model. She works with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, parenting issues, infertility, surrogacy, postpartum issues, NICU experiences, special needs parenting, LGBT issues, and coping with life threatening illnesses.
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Megan Reese, PsyDTelehealth Provider
Dr. Reese is a Licensed Psychologist who graduated with her Doctorate in Psychology from Pacific University and her Master's in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She works remotely providing Telehealth Services. She uses an integrated approach, utilizing cognitive behavioral, cognitive processing, and solution focused treatments. She works with adults who struggle with anxiety, PTSD, depression, sexuality and gender issues, and work and family life stressors. She also performs psychological evaluations.
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Ashley Espitia, PsyDTelehealth Provider
Dr. Espitia is a Licensed Psychologist. She graduated from California School of Professional Psychology. She works with adults and older adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, health issues, chronic illness, end of life issues, and workplace problems. She utilizes an integrated humanistic approach with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused/Brief therapy.
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Jim Graham, LMHCIn-Office & Telehealth Provider
Jim is a licensed mental health counselor who earned his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Saint Martin’s University. As a military veteran, he is acquainted with the unique challenges of those who serve. Jim works with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, life transitions, postpartum issues, divorce, trauma, abuse, mood disorders, grief, and physical illness. Jim employs empathic listening and a person-centered approach with a foundation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness.
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Cassandra Fiorina, LICSW, PMH-CIn-Office & Telehealth Provider
Cassandra is a licensed independent clinical social worker, a Certified Perinatal Mental Health provider, and our Clinical Director. She graduated with her Master's degree from the University of Washington in social work. She specializes in pregnancy, post partum and early infant and childhood mental health. She works with pregnant and parenting adults as well as children ages 0-5 to promote positive parent/child interactions and healthy attachment. She also works with children, teens, and adults. She works to provide skills and psychoeducation to those experiencing perinatal depression and anxiety and families who need support regarding their children's development, social emotional needs, and the impact of trauma.
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Breeanna Slusher, LMHCAIn-Office & Telehealth Provider
Breeanna is a licensed mental health counselor associate. She completed her Masters's degree from Missouri State University and is currently working as a therapist and psychometrist with The Joy & Wellness Center. She performs therapy, psychological test administration, Brain Health monitoring, and neurofeedback training. She works with children, teens, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, life stress, PTSD, and coping with chronic health concerns.
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Katie Weight Taylor, BCBA, School PsychologistIn-Office Provider
Katie is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and School Psychologist who received her Master's in Experimental Psychology at Central Washington University in 2013, her graduate certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis at Cappella University in 2019, and her Education Specialist degree (Ed.Sl.) in School psychology at Eastern Washington University in 2023. She works with clients of all ages, providing functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior support plans for those with behavior challenges and education assessments for those seeking an Independent Education Evaluation. Katie also facilitates psychoeducational groups, including classes for children and adults with disability and their caregivers.
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Our Student Interns
Marcee Davis, BS
In-office and Telehealth Provider
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Marcee is a Master's student in the counseling program at Saint Martin's University. He works at The Joy and Wellness Center as a student intern under the supervision of a licensed practitioner on staff. He works with teens and adults who experience struggles with depression, anxiety, stress, school/work challenges, grief, and life challenges.
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Mikaela Davison, MA
In-office and Telehealth Provider
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Mikaela Davison is a fourth-year doctoral student at Northwest University, where she earned her master's degree and pursues a doctorate in Counseling Psychology. Mikaela earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Washington Tacoma in 2019. She is a licensed mental health counselor associate and has been practicing therapy for over a year. As she continues to see clients for therapy, Mikaela will also be conducting psychological testing and evaluation.
Mikaela specializes in supporting Veterans, First Responders, and other individuals impacted by trauma, focusing on their recovery. She has experience helping individuals navigate various mental health challenges, including sexual assault, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Trained in evidence-based practices, she utilizes techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and motivational interviewing. |
Scarlett Funkhouser, MA
In-office and Telehealth Provider
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Scarlett Funkhouser is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently pursuing her Doctorate in Psychology at Northwest University. She holds a master’s in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Nevada Las Vegas and has over a decade of experience. Specializing in therapy for individuals of all ages, she addresses issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. Scarlett employs an integrated therapeutic approach, utilizing evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) in a compassionate, non-judgmental environment. She is dedicated to helping clients lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.
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Rachel Zeller, MA
In-office and Telehealth Provider
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Rachel (they/them) is a Doctoral student in the clinical psychology program at Fielding Graduate university. They work at The Joy and Wellness Center as a practicum student providing psychotherapy and psychological evaluations under the supervision of a licensed practitioner on staff. They are also a licensed mental health counselor associate. They work with teens and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress, sexuality and gender issues, neurodivergence, grief and life challenges.
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Our Technicians
Ethan Mitchell, BSPsychological Testing Technician
Ethan completed his bachelor's degree in Psychology. He is one of our psychometrists who provides testing services. He works to administer psychological testing and assessments along with ongoing brain health monitoring assessments. He also assists with our Neurofeedback program.
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David Abdelmalek, BSPsychological Testing Technician
David completed his bachelor's degree in psychology and now works as one of the Joy and Wellness Center's psychometrists. His role is to provide testing services to clients in a timely, respectful, and supportive manner. David is determined to help alleviate stress and give clients encouragement through the testing process.
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Emma Giboney, BS
Neurofeedback Technician
Emma completed her bachelor's degree in behavioral health science and works as our Neurofeedback technician. She works with clients to complete QEEG BrainMaps, Neurofeedback training, and Myndlift remote training setup.
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Reception Hours: Monday - Friday from 7:30am-6:30pm
(253) 848-3891