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.
Noman Ahmed
LPC, CCTP
Mental Health Therapist/Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Noman Ahmed is a compassionate mental health counselor dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. With four years of experience, he specializes in helping immigrants process the complex emotions associated with transitioning to a new country, guiding young adults, assisting couples and families in building stronger relationships, and supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals.
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.
Stacey Mason
MA, LPC
Counselor/Mental Health Therapist
Stacey Mason is a licensed professional counselor with over 30 years of experience in counseling and overseeing other professionals in the field. She has dedicated herself to providing support and guidance to those who face a wide array of challenges- with her expertise lying in assisting individuals with developmental disabilities and behavioral issues. Stacey utilizes a range of therapeutic approaches to best address the concerns of her clients, ranging anywhere between young children to college-age adults and couples.
Adria Vollmer
MA, LPC
Counselor/Mental Health Therapist
Adria is a licensed professional counselor who believes every person deserves to have a healing space to work through life’s difficulties without judgment. She has 4 years of experience working in the mental health field and is passionate about working with children, teenagers, and adults experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, family issues, LGBTQ(+) related issues, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
