Our Team of Professionals

Roger is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 30 years of experience in clinical and community settings. He earned his Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with honors from National University and has taught psychology at the college level for more than two decades. His collaborative approach draws from Constructivist, Cognitive Behavioral and Universal Psychological frameworks to address depression, anxiety, mood dysregulation, substance use recovery and relationship concerns. Roger also offers faith-integrated therapy for clients who wish to incorporate their spiritual values into treatment.

Valerie brings more than 30 years of experience in the healing arts. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Speech & Hearing/Interpreting from Cleveland State University, a Master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling from San Francisco State University, and an Educational Specialist degree in Counseling & Educational Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno. Her background includes addiction counseling and care across inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and outpatient settings, with particular expertise in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Valerie uses a whole-person approach incorporating CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Gottman techniques, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, ACT and mindfulness.

Dr. Keasha Walton-Ellis earned her PsyD in Clinical Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University in San Francisco and also holds two Master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology and Counseling. She has extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, addiction treatment and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Her clinical experience includes anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, substance use, relationship concerns, self-esteem and identity issues, parenting, anger management and psychosis, with a collaborative and empowering approach to care.

Brandon earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from National University and his Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. A U.S. Navy veteran, he emphasizes meeting clients where they are and building a strong, collaborative therapeutic alliance. His training includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, grief and loss, and mindfulness. Brandon has experience treating anxiety, bipolar disorder, major depression, thought disorders, substance use, personality disorders and PTSD, and has worked with diverse populations including LGBTQ+ clients and individuals involved with the criminal justice system.

Jessica holds a Master’s degree and provides therapy for children, teens, adults and couples. She specializes in depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma and PTSD, and everyday life stressors. Her individualized approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed care and psychodynamic therapy. Jessica emphasizes ethical, culturally responsive care and a collaborative therapeutic relationship focused on insight, practical coping skills and emotional resilience.

Ron earned his Master of Counseling degree from Oregon State University and is a CPC-Intern and National Certified Counselor through the NBCC. He works with adolescents and adults addressing mental health, trauma, relationship and substance use concerns and has experience supporting clients across diverse cultural, religious, sexual-orientation and gender-identity backgrounds. Ron’s relational, strengths-based style draws from Person-Centered Therapy, Systemic Therapy and trauma-informed care, with an emphasis on helping clients recognize and use their existing strengths and resilience.

Margaret holds a Master of Social Work and an Advanced Certificate in Addiction Treatment and Prevention Services from the University of Nevada, Reno. Her educational background also includes Human Development and Family Studies, Developmental Disabilities, Gerontology and Psychology, giving her a broad perspective across the lifespan. She works with children, teens, adults and couples and tailors her therapeutic approach to each client’s individual needs, with particular emphasis on healthy attachment, meaningful connection, personal strengths and recovery.

Allante brings more than 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She earned her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2014 and completed her Master of Social Work through the Advanced Standing Program at Our Lady of the Lake University in 2020. Her collaborative, compassionate and empowering approach focuses on helping clients address trauma, anxiety, self-doubt and patterns that may be keeping them stuck. Therapy with Allante emphasizes deeper self-awareness, stronger self-esteem, resilience and practical tools that support meaningful, lasting growth.