Katera Huff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana who has been practicing since 2008. She has a BA in Sociology from Drake University and an MSW from IU School of Social Work. Katera uses a strengths-based approach with elements of CBT and DBT to address clients' mental health. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to treat trauma and PTSD. Outside of work, Katera enjoys reading, being active, and mastering how to ride a motorcycle....
Juanette Plato, LMHC, offers compassionate and tailored counseling services to individuals and couples in Indiana. With a client-centered approach, Juanette employs an eclectic mix of therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of concerns, empowering her clients to navigate life?s challenges with resilience and insight. Specializing in trauma recovery, Juanette is deeply passionate about helping individuals overcome the lingering effects of past experiences, guiding them towards healing and ...
Margaret Beymer is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Margaret started working in health care immediately after graduating high school while also attending Ball State University. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from BSU in 2012. She has worked as a Registered Nurse since October of 2012 in varying areas of health care. She graduated from Purdue University with her Masters of Science in Nursing in May of 2021. Upon graduation, she was invited to join t...
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Kimberly Grider is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Indiana who has been practicing since 2022. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue University and her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Kimberly has experience providing mental health care for children, teenagers, adults, and older adults. It is her goal to create a safe space for clients to feel seen, understood, and empowered to be their best selves. Kim...
Lois Hughes is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Indiana who has been practicing since 2000. She has a Masters in Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Mental Health. Lois provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and pharmacologic management with supportive counseling. Outside of work, Lois enjoys rug hooking and primitive rug hooking, sewing, and embroidering. She loves spending time with her husband, Mike, and playing with their dog, Bear....
I am an licensed marriage and family therapist with over ten years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. He graduated from Butler University with a degree in psychology and earned his Masters in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University. Lamar has experience working in schools and outpatient facilities. He strives to help individuals, couples, and families improve communication and to find unique solutions to achieve their goals. Lamar has trai...
Jenny has almost three decades of experience caring for children, adolescents, and young adults. She graduated from Indiana University in 1993 with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and again in 2001 with her Master of Science in Nursing. In 2018, she became a Certified Pediatric Mental Health Specialist. Jenny is double certified in pediatrics and pediatric mental health. She has provided care for infants, children and adolescents as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for 20 years. Jenny has exten...
Collaborative Change delivers innovative, evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals and families thrive. Our expert clinicians offer virtual therapy across the entire state of Indiana, as well as in-person sessions at our welcoming offices located in West Side Indianapolis, Downtown Indianapolis, and Noblesville, serving Hamilton County and surrounding areas. We believe that high-quality mental health care should be accessible to everyone, no matter where they live. That's why we ta...
Tish White is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana who has been practicing since 1999. Tish helps individuals to manage and cope with their emotions, changing problematic behavioral patterns by changing the way that they think. While applying a strengths-based approach, Tish teaches people how to tap into their own innate strengths and abilities to create the life that they desire. Outside of work, Tish enjoys cooking and singing different genres of music....
Do you ever feel like your brain runs on a completely different wavelength — or that the world just wasn’t built for the way you think and feel? Whether you or your child have ADHD, autism, or simply identify as neurodivergent, life can sometimes feel like an uphill climb. You don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m a licensed clinical social worker who truly gets it — both personally and professionally. I specialize in working with adults, teens, and children who are neurodivergent or wondering if...
Pam Zirkle is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana who has been practicing since 2016. Pam has been working with clients for seven years and her experience has been with individuals of all ages and various types of issues ranging from couples, groups, individuals, and families. Pam's expertise is for individuals that are battling depression, anxiety, trauma, sex issues, couples' issues, grief, and loss. Pam's forms of treatment are person centered and xe uses DBT, CBT and Motivational I...
Magdalene Bambo is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Indiana who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program from Indiana University-Purdue University, an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University-Purdue University, and a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, Cum Laude, from Indiana State University. Magdalene provides quality evidence-based approaches that is unique and pe...
Amy J. Hirt, LCSW, serves the mental health needs of Indiana residents with a holistic and compassionate approach. As a highly trained and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Amy integrates a wide array of therapeutic modalities to help clients navigate their mental health challenges. She believes in treating each client as an individual, employing a "therapeutic toolbox" that includes EMDR, Yoga/Movement Therapy, CBT, DBT, and other interventions tailored to the unique needs of her cli...
Andy Hirsch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana who has been practicing since 2017. He has a Bachelor of Science Sociology, Concentration in Social Work from Butler University and a Master of Social Work, Concentration in Mental Health from Washington University in St. Louis. Andy focuses on building trust and understanding each client as a person within their social environment. He then utilizes primarily Motivational Interviewing and CBT skills to learn how to heal, make improvemen...
Deanna Miller is a licensed independent social worker with 22 years of experience. She earned a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Wyoming. She has experience as a therapist working with adults in various settings including: hospitals, inpatient/outpatient psychiatric units, community based, and long-term care facilities. In the past, she has served as a Clinical Supervisor and Regional Manager for several organizations including Lifestance. She provides individual therapy for...
I work best with students seeking to understand the deeper sources of their issues. Many students experience anxiety and depression especially when first entering college. This can be very difficult and disruptive personally, socially and academically. Often there are feelings of deep sadness, uncertainty, fear, loneliness, shame and anger. There is a way through this difficult time and I would be very interested to work it through with you....
If you find that the people in your life can't give you the emotional support you need; are in your relationship questioning whether to leave or stay, or just need someone who will listen without judging you, I am here for you. I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet the needs that are relevant for you and am able to provide faith-integrated services upon request. I look forward to walking alongside you as you take the steps towards your best life, why not start today?...
Firefly Counseling Commons was started with the desire to provide a safe, virtual space where clients can have access to expert therapists on their own time and in the comfort of their own personal space. Our therapists have decades of experience serving individuals, couples and families that have faced a variety of mental health challenges and have walked with them on their difficult journey toward healing and positive change. Therapists at Firefly Counseling Commons have a passion for ov...
Hi, my name is Keely, I am an LCSW whose specialty is being trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and present. I have worked with a variety of clients and with almost all types of symptoms and my goal with each was to help them feel heard, understood, and supported. I enjoy making psychoeducation accessible and helping people have a better understanding of themselves and their emotions. If you are feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed or are unsure if therapy is right for you but you're out of other idea...