Practice Manager

Nicoletta Montgomery, MA, LPC/MHSP
Nicoletta (She/Her) holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Jackson State University in Jackson, MS and a Master’s in Counseling Education from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. She has 20 years of experience in counseling in Michigan and Tennessee. Her experience includes in-home counseling, community outreach counseling, and state-mandated counseling. For 10 years, she conducted crisis counseling with an emphasis on suicide prevention. Nicoletta’s philosophy of counseling can be summed up in Shakespeare’s quote, “We know what we are, but know not what we may be.” This is because her primary objective in counseling is helping individuals flourish and enjoy a positive well-being. Nicoletta has additional training in working with persons with Down’s Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Her therapeutic approaches include positive counseling, client-centered counseling, mindfulness, existential therapy to name a few. Her practice specializes in working with clients 6 years old and up. Nicoletta’s personal enjoyment includes reading, traveling, the arts, and spending time with family. Nicoletta is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $120/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $90.

Supervised Counselors

Hannah Biggs, MA
Team Lead
Hannah (She/Her) is a master’s level counselor who received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University, and is currently working towards LPC/MHSP licensure. Hannah believes that life can be a messy journey and that we all need a little help along the way. She is passionate about providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. She believes that everyone has the potential to heal and grow, and she is committed to helping her clients reach their full potential. Hannah has experience working with individuals dealing with a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, mood disorders, interpersonal conflict, and difficult life transitions. She takes a collaborative and person-centered approach to counseling, and she utilizes a variety of evidence-based techniques, including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based practices. If you are looking for a therapist who can help you navigate life’s challenges and facilitate growth, Hannah would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey. In her spare time, Hannah enjoys spending time with her husband and two dogs, reading anything fantasy related, and exploring the diverse and delicious food scene in South Nashville. Hannah is available for in-person and telehealth sessions with adolescents, teens, and adults for individual and couples counseling. She accepts Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $100/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $70.

Crayton Coan, MA 
Crayton (He/Him) received his master’s in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University and is working towards LPC-MHSP licensure. He has worked in the mental health field since 2019. Crayton believes in the transformative power of counseling. He is passionate about helping others live happier lives and achieve their therapeutic goals. Crayton understands that moving forward through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, mood disorders, or self-esteem issues requires an open, compassionate environment. His clients can expect a warm, welcoming, and safe place to heal and grow. Crayton believes that everyone is worthy of care and healing regardless of their background, age, gender, ethnicity or sexuality. Those who have been made to feel “other” will find an advocate in Crayton. He tailors his person-centered, collaborative counseling approach to each client’s needs using therapeutic evidence-based interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy. In his spare time Crayton enjoys hanging with friends, skateboarding, playing music and Nashville’s interesting food scene. He accepts Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. His private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60.

Lynne Cohen, MA, LPC/MHSP (temp) 
After graduating from George Peabody College (Vanderbilt University) and Columbia University and building a rewarding career in education, Lynne (She/Her) knew she wanted to do more in helping others. Her thirst for learning and personal growth led her to Trevecca Nazarene University where she received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.  While Lynne works with people of all ages, her passion remains in working with children. She also specializes in helping adults dealing with trauma and grief as custodial parents or guardians. Lynne believes in supporting people as they tap into their inner strengths and that it is important for each person to feel heard. She uses various forms of therapy, including Child-Centered Play Therapy, Play Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Strategies. In her spare time Lynneenjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and watching movies. She is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60. She hopes to speak with you soon!

Taylor Durham, M.Ed. 
Taylor (She/Her) received her undergraduate degree in Human Development from Samford University and continued her education at The University of Montevallo where she earned her Master’s in Counseling. She is currently engaged in supervision while working towards her LPC/MHSP license. Taylor works collaboratively with clients to come up with a course of treatment that is fitting for each individual. As a therapist, she aims to be her clients biggest advocate while compassionately challenging them to grow. She shows up to each session with genuine, honest, and direct support. Taylor is passionate about helping others gain a better understanding of themselves as well as self confidence in their everyday lives. Taylor has worked with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and those in recovery. Taylor enjoys working with teens and adults. She is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60. Taylor does not have openings for new clients at this time.

Stewart Everett, PhD, LPC/MHSP (temp) 
Stewart’s (He/Him) background and training span the fields of psychology, counseling, religion, and spirituality. He holds degrees in religion from Belmont and Yale Universities, the PhD in psychology and religion from Union Theological Seminary in New York (affiliate of Columbia University), and a masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University. His interests are in helping people struggling with religious trauma and/or abuse, spiritual issues of all kinds (whether one is religious or non-religious), sexual and gender identity/expression, challenges and transitions in career, relationships, and anxiety, grief, and depression. He also has a special heart for young adults on their path to self-discovery as well as for individuals working in the helping professions who may be experiencing exhaustion and burnout. Currently in the LPC-MHSP licensure process in the state of Tennessee, Stewart utilizes an eclectic theoretical approach to therapy, which includes client-centered, psychodynamic, and solution-focused modalities, and strongly believes therapy should always be a collaborative effort between client and therapist. On a personal note, Stewart values the sentiment expressed by the legendary Dolly Parton: “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” He sees adults 18 years and up, individuals and couples, and can schedule sessions either in person or through telehealth. Stewart accepts Cigna and Aetna insurance, EAP referrals, HSA/FSA clients, and private pay starting at $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60.

Dustin Harryman, MA 
Growing up in Middle Tennessee, Dustin’s (He/Him) passion for the mental health field was largely influenced by the unmet needs he saw in his own communities and a desire to provide support. Exploring these interests, he engaged in academic, pre-clinical research, residential, and outpatient settings throughout Eastern Tennessee and Western North Carolina. This led to him earning his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from East Tennessee State University. He is currently working towards licensure as an LPC-MHSP. Through his practice, Dustin has developed a keen interest in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, Neurodivergent identities, mood disorders, substance abuse, and career or life transitions. He values collaborative relationships in counseling, believing that connecting with clients’ diverse experiences is crucial for effective therapy. Dustin utilizes Adlerian, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered techniques to explore the systems and events that influence our experience of the world, as well as our place in it. He also incorporates techniques from other theoretical orientations when they enrich the client’s experience or style of growth. Dustin works with individuals, couples, and families.
In addition to his professional pursuits, Dustin finds relaxation in nature, particularly by watching the ocean from the beach or the sunrise from an Appalachian mountaintop. He enjoys exploring communities and cultures through the context of music, which allows him to connect with clients on a deeper level. Beyond that, Dustin often enjoys spending time with and sharing the joy of cooking meals with friends. Accepting Aetna, Cigna, and private pay, along with HSA/FSA clients, Dustin offers a sliding scale, with private-pay fees set at $90/session, and limited sliding scale slots starting at $60. Embark on a therapeutic journey with Dustin, where the richness of life’s experiences intertwine with the exploration of well-being.

Alesia Jones, MA
Team Lead
Alesia (She/Her) received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University.  She’s always had a passion for helping others, especially as it relates to Mental Health. Alesia has been connected to the Mental Health field for over 12 years.  She’s volunteered and worked in a variety of capacities to help others reach their own level of healthiness.  She’s helped families create new routines and boundaries.  She’s guided those suffering from addiction by identifying roots and establishing new behaviors. She’s also aided individuals to learn more about themselves by addressing trauma and the role that it’s played in their life.  Alesia believes that everyone has the ability to live a meaningful life despite diagnoses.  She works with adolescents and adults. Alesia specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is passionate about client centered therapy.  She believes clients are the experts of their life and wants to witness clients living freely on their journey.   In her spare time she enjoys reading, trying new recipes, and spending time with loved ones. Alesia is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $100/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $70. She hopes to speak with you soon!

Kevin Khye, MA
Team Lead
Kevin (He/Him) has earned his Master of Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is currently serving as a pre-licensed counselor, working toward licensure as an LPC-MHSP. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, he is someone who has a first-hand understanding of how important it is to have guidance through a personal journey of self-discovery and transformation. He capitalizes on providing compassionate support to those he helps in therapy, empowering you to create solutions for your life so you can take charge and write your story. Many times we just need someone to help us see what we already have within ourselves, the strength to change and the bravery to stir up growth. As Brene Brown said, “There is nothing more daring than showing up, putting ourselves out there, and letting ourselves be seen.” His style of counseling is a blend of person-centered therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Kevin has training in PCIT (parent-child interaction therapy) and trauma-focused training as well as extensive experience in working with children and teens. He has helped adults, children and teens who are navigating grief and loss, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues in addition to facilitating groups for transgender youth and their parents. In his spare time, he enjoys spending quality time with loved ones, going on walks, watching fantasy and anime movies and series, and reading. He is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. His private-pay fee is $100/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $70.

Shelair Piro, M.Ed. 
Shelair (She/Her) holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from The University of Maryland Baltimore County and MTSU and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. She works with clients of all ages and backgrounds struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, codependency, and self-esteem issues, to name a few. Shelair strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathetic environment encouraging clients to recognize their strengths, identify desired changes, and develop coping skills. Her approach incorporates evidence-based treatment models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered, brief/solution-focused, and trauma-informed approaches. Shelair believes that by shifting one’s perspective, people can transform their experience as stated by Dr Wayne W. Dyer “If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” In her spare time Shelair enjoys nature and spending time with family and friends. Shelair is currently accepting clients 6 and older for individual, family, and couples sessions. She accepts Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60.

Dorothy Reinagel, PhD
Dorothy (She/Her) received a Master’s Degree in 2007 and PhD in Clinical Psychology in 2017, from Alliant International University. Dorothy understands how difficult that first step into a therapist’s office can be so she strives to provide a non-judgmental and genuine atmosphere for clients to grow. Dorothy values Carl Roger’s idea of therapy expressed in the quote: “Am I living in a way which is deeply satisfying to me, and which truly expresses me?”. Dorothy has been working in a variety of mental health capacities since 2006. Dorothy uses evidence based practices such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Humanistic Therapy/Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Seeking Safety, Art Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Applied Behavioral Analysis and Mental Health Education. Dorothy has broad experience providing child, adolescent, individual, group, family, and couples therapy. Dorothy is an LGBTQ+ ally, is sex-positive, and accepting of all clients from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. Dorothy accepts Cigna and Aetna insurance, EAP referrals, HSA/FSA and Private Pay. Her private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60. Dorothy loves the ocean, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Christina Smith, MS
Christina (She/Her) holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Tennessee State University. She received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lipscomb University.  Christina is passionate about empowering others and destigmatizing mental health in the African American community. She has worked in integrative health clinics helping clients improve their overall quality of life.  She’s worked with adolescents, depression, anxiety, addictions, Phase of life, and Trauma. Christina specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered and Mindfulness Interventions. One of her favorite quotes is by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. “A mind that is stretched by new experiences can never go back to its old dimensions.”  In her spare time she enjoys hiking, bike riding, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.  Christina is currently accepting clients 13 and older for individual, family, and couples sessions. She accepts Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $90/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $60.

Daylin Taylor, MA, LPC/MHSP (temp)
Daylin (She/Her) received her Masters of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  She also holds a graduate certificate in Human Sexuality from the New Earth Institute at Southwestern College, and is trained to work with a wide variety of sexual issues as well as LGBTQIA+. She has seven years of experience in community-based and residential mental health settings, and has worked with a wide variety of ages and cultural backgrounds. Daylin is passionate about decreasing stigma surrounding sexuality and gender issues, and is available to work with both individuals and couples. Daylin’s speciality is sex and relationship therapy, and she has experience working with members of both the kink and polyamory/non-monogamy communities as well as survivors of sexual trauma. Her clinical approach is client-centered, sex positive, and attachment-based, incorporating aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, trauma-informed interventions, and expressive therapeutic techniques. Daylin is currently accepting Aetna, Cigna and private pay as well as HSA/FSA clients. Her private-pay fee is $110/session, with some limited sliding scale slots starting at $80. In her spare time, Daylin enjoys tending to her indoor jungle, arts and crafts, and spending time with her partner and fur-babies.