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Meet our Team
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       Urielle Samis, LCSW (she/her)FOUNDER, THERAPIST and CLINICAL SUPERVISOR “I founded Healing Umbrella in early 2021. It has been my longtime dream to create a queer therapy space that affirms our diversity and reconnects us with our innate natural joy.” Specialties include: Trauma (EMDR and IFS) Trans/nonbinary care; gender exploration Couples and relationships/sex-positivity Working with other therapists Also offers: LMSW clinical supervision Intern Supervision Clinical consultation Trainings (Urielle only offers online services at this time) 
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       Allie Krew, LPC-MHSP (she/her)THERAPIST and INTERN SUPERVISOR “My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore your identity and grow through discovery of authentic connection to self and others.” Specialties include: LGBTQ+ teens and young adults Childhood and religious trauma Couples and relationships/sex-positivity Neurodivergence Also offers: Intern Supervision Clinical Consultation 
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       Amy Eller, LPC-MHSP (she/her)THERAPIST and CLINICAL SUPERVISOR “Through therapy, I create a path toward living genuinely and lovingly with self-acceptance.” Specialties include: LGBTQ+ Issues LGBTQ+ older adults Couples and relationships/sex-positivity Trauma, Depression, and Anxiety Also offers: LPC Clinical Supervision Clinical Consultation 
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       Casper Everitt, MS (they/them)THERAPIST “Uncovering your most authentic self can be a lonely process. I aim to build a curious and collaborative space for you to explore new possibilities without judgment.” Specialties include: Sex-Positivity: ENM, kink, etc. Trans/nonbinary care; gender exploration Grief and life transitions 
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       Dani Neiderhiser, MA (she/her)BILINGUAL THERAPIST “I know what it's like to grow up in a different culture than the one you are in, and yet not feel a part of either. I love to work with people figuring out who they are while navigating a difficult environment.” Specialties include: Hispanic & Latina/o/e community LGBTQ+ Issues Eating disorders/Body image Religious trauma 
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       Nat Nigro, M. Ed., LPC-MHSP (they/them)THERAPIST “I specialize in supporting Queer and Neurodivergent clients navigate the effects of complex trauma and other challenges of existing with these identities.” Specialties include: Autism and Neurodivergence Trans/nonbinary care; gender exploration LGBTQ+ kids and teens Trauma (EMDR) Also offers: Clinical consultation Training 
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       Ocean Ray, APRN, PMHNP-BC (they/them)PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTIONER “I am passionate about bringing mental health care, ease, compassion, healing, and liberation to diverse beings of all ages.” Specialties include: Psychiatric Medication Management Somatic and Body-based Coping Skills Mindfulness 
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       Tara Watson, LCSW (she/they)THERAPIST and CLINICAL SUPERVISOR “One shared need I’ve found at the core of every human in every setting: to feel heard and not judged.” Specialties include: Adult ADHD and ADHD Coaching Gay men/Trans & Non-Binary Care/LGBTQ+ issues Sexual health and sex-positivity Anxiety Burnout/Life Transitions Working with other Therapists Also offers: ADHD Coaching LMSW Supervision Intern Supervision Clinical Consultation 
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       Taylor Renwick, LMSW (she/they)THERAPIST “I know how vital a welcoming, compassionate environment is to your safety, genuine growth, and wellbeing. I'm so excited to stand alongside you as we begin that journey!” Specialties include: LGBTQ+ Issues Sex-Positivity: ENM, kink, etc. Trauma-informed care 
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       Ashley Pfountz (she/her)THERAPIST INTERN “I want you to feel celebrated for your unique and valuable story and thrive in the healthy relationships that you deserve!” LGBTQ+ Issues Healing from Trauma, Religious Trauma Healthy Relationships and Boundaries 
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       Stan Richardson II (he/they)THERAPIST INTERN “You are a unique, complex, and vibrant being, not a diagnosis. I believe that you have the radical power to enact change within yourself and the world around you.” Gay and Bi Men LGBTQ+ Teens Sex-Positivity, Kink/BDSM, ENM 
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       Troy Morrow (he/him)THERAPIST INTERN ADMINISTRATIVE AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR “I believe that therapy is a radical and vulnerable act of self-exploration, growth, and healing.” Queer, Trans, BIPOC Community Neurodivergence, ADHD, Autism Chronic Illness, Disabilities 
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       Emily Olson (they/any)PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR Linking clients to care Administrative assistance Office support 
