Licensed in: Wisconsin, Illinois, Florida & Colorado
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Tayler Clark, MSW (she/her/hers)
Owner/Director/ LCSW/ Field Supervisor Tayler graduated in 2016 from UW-Milwaukee with her Bachelors degree in Social Work. Tayler did her undergraduate internship at The Grand Avenue Club in Milwaukee, WI. Tayler then proceeded to work as an intern at The Center for Veterans Issues during her graduate school program. Tayler graduated with her Masters degree in social work through Aurora University. Taylers' post-grad school clinical hours were completed at Family Options Counseling. There she worked with children, adolescents, teens and families with a wide range of needs. She worked specifically with adoption/ foster care and the Alternatives to Sexual Assault (ASAP Program). Tayler then worked for Kenosha Community Health Center as a psychotherapist and Mental Health consultant to medical providers and their patients of all ages. Tayler started Nova MHS in 2019 because she felt stuck in practices that had a, “this is how we’ve always done it” mentality. I wanted to create a space that embraced change, healthy work/ life balances and boundaries while also creating a truly safe and embracing space for clients. In 2021, Tayler expanded this practice to a group practice to reach more clients without compromising quality of services through low caseload numbers and unique treatment plans. Tayler has completed the Adoption Competency Training (TAC) to help provide informed mental healthcare to families going through the adoption process. Our goal is to serve families who are apart of the adoption/foster world and specialize in working with families that are apart of the LGBTQI+ community. In her free time, Tayler loves traveling, trying new resturants, photography and Arial Dance. You can often find her exploring a new hobby & enjoying time with her daughter, spouse and three fur babies (two cats and one dog). |
Licensed in: Wisconsin
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Heidi Smaradottir, MA (she/her/hers)
LPC, MFT Heidi is a graduate from John F Kennedy University with her Masters in Counseling Psychology. She is passionate about working with the LGBTQI+ community and the Neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism, etc.) community. Heidi has a wide range of experience. Heidi has been in the mental health field since 2014 During her Master's program, Heidi worked at Momentum for Mental Health, in San Jose, CA. There she guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She also provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol use issues. Heidi then moved on to work as a clinical therapist intern at a Community-Based Counseling Program at JFKU in Pleasant Hill, CA. She’s performed individual and group psychotherapy and conducted teletherapy sessions to help clients pinpoint emotions underlying personal and relational conflict. These experiences have allowed her to become adaptable, empathetic, authentic, and culturally informed. In her free time Heidi is active in CrossFit, Mixed Martial Arts, Team-Handball, Horseback riding, and traveling. She loves engaging in deep discussions with friends and spending time with those who are important to her. |
Licensed in: Wisconsin
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Amanda Mathy (She/Her/Hers)
MS, LPC-IT Amanda received her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UWM in December 2023. She has obtained her LPC-IT license, and is consecutively working toward adding Certified Sex Therapist to her repertoire. Her own life experiences have led to her passion for working with the LGBT+ community, polyamorous individuals/couples, Neurodivergent individuals, and OCD and Skin Picking Disorders. As a psychotherapist, Amanda is committed to creating a safe, open, and welcoming space for clients to explore all aspects of themselves and work toward goals at their own pace. Over the past decade, Amanda has spent the majority of her time raising an 8-year-old, working as an event/wedding planner, and operating a small organic vegetable farm. In her free time she enjoys board games, cooking, camping, and snuggling with her dogs (Ruthie and Jojo) and cats (Cashew and Macadamia). |
Licensed in: Wisconsin
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Kaity Anderson (she/they)
LPC Kaity Anderson received her bachelor degree in psychology at Clarke University in 2016 and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Mount Mary University in 2019, where she received trauma-focused education with training in EMDR. Kaity completed her graduate internship at Family Options Counseling, where she worked with clients of all ages encountering a wide range of needs and diagnoses. Kaity co-facilitated both the child and adolescent Social Skills Program and the Alternatives to Sexual Assault (ASAP Program) while at Family Options, working as both an individual, family, and group therapist. Kaity completed her post-grad clinical hours at Wishope Recovery and Iris Health Clinic, where she worked with adults experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Kaity has a passion for working with the LGBTQ+ population, trauma, and young adults. As a counselor, Kaity creates a safe, judgment free environment for her clients to grow. In her free time, Kaity enjoys the outdoors, golfing, and concerts – she’s always ready to hear about your latest adventures and the newest songs on your playlist. She loves spending time with her family and spoiling her cat and dog. |
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Ali Daniels - She/Her/Hers
Clinical Intern- Mental Health Ali graduated from UW-Milwaukee in 2021 with an Undergraduate degree in Psychology. She is currently in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master's program at UW Milwaukee and will obtain her master's degree in May of 2025. Ali is married with three kids and 3 rescue pitbulls (Jack, Juniper, and Graham). In her free time, she likes to walk, visit Key West, do house projects, read, and listen to podcasts-anything wellness! |
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Johnny Loy (He/Him/His)
Clinical Intern - Mental Health Johnny has a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and is currently a graduate student pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a certificate in Trauma Informed Care at UW-Milwaukee. Johnny has provided volunteer support and contribution at the UWM LGBTQ+ Resource Center and Camp HOPE for grieving children, teens, and families. After graduating, he intends to obtain his LPC-IT and complete the clinical hours required for full licensure. Johnny’s approach to counseling is based in compassion, acceptance, and encouragement. He is passionate about working with LGBTQ+ people and individuals of other marginalized groups navigating daily stressors. Johnny is supportive of those navigating trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. He is affirming of topics around sex and sexuality and relationships of all forms and strives to create a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to express themselves authentically. Johnny believes in the power in cultivating self-acceptance and compassion and that there’s always time to try new things and take new approaches in life. In his personal life, Johnny enjoys cooking, riding his bike on the city trails, and traveling. He is an avid gardener, enjoys writing and singing, and loves spending quality time with his family, friends, and his cat, Leo. |
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Paige Flannery (She/Her/Hers)
Client Care Manager Paige graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a bachelor's degree in social work. In her free time, she enjoys exercising, reading, and cooking. |
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Frankie (She/Her/Hers)
Therapy Dog- In Training Woof! Hi, my name is Frankie and I am a Tux GoldenDoodle. I was born on May 3, 2021. I may be small and silly now but I am training for a VERY special job. When I grow up I am going to be a licensed therapy dog. It is not easy to become a therapy dog, it involves a lot of training, practice and patience. I know I can do it, pass the test and become the best therapy dog ever!! I am just starting my training and will be training for a while as I am too small still to take the test. So in the meantime, I may be stopping into the office for some very important cuddles… I mean training. I am hypoallergenic and very sweet but if you do not want me in the room with you, I understand! My mom… I mean, my boss, Tayler Clark, MSW, LCSW, will ask beforehand if I can come in. I cannot wait to meet you and help you on your journey to healing! Accepted Payment Methods: Praise, pets, cuddles and treats! |
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Accepted Payment Methods: This therapist accepts "out of pocket" and "sliding scale" clients.