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Our Team of Counselors & Therapists | Live Wellness Center

Our Team

Mackenzie Ambrozich LSW

Mackenzie Ambrozich LSW

Therapist - Supervised by Andrea Rehl LISW-S

In sessions, Mackenzie utilizes a strengths-based approach paired with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients approach their concerns from

Gillian Hicks LSW

Gillian Hicks LSW

Therapist - Supervised by Andrea Rehl, LISW-S

I have a desire for my clients to feel seen and understood. I will come alongside you with sensitivity, encouragement and a heart to illuminate your strengths so you can…

Elisha McNeal LSW

Elisha McNeal LSW

Therapist- Supervised by Andrea Rehl LISW-S

I consider it an honor to be able to sit with people in their hardships. I engage with others in a highly-relational approach, knowing that healthy relationships are a key component

Rita Kittle LPC

Rita Kittle LPC

Therapist - Supervised by Rusty Simon LPCC-S

Rita has previous unique corporate experience in coaching, mentoring, and training individuals to reach their full potential. She is a

Marietta Renne LPC

Marietta Renne LPC

Therapist - Supervised by Nicole Newsome, LPCC-S

Marietta earned her Doctor of Nursing from Case Western Reserve University and specialized in nurse-midwifery. She was a certified

Rusty Simon LPCC-S

Rusty Simon LPCC-S

Supervision Manager / Therapist

Rusty received his Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Education from Lee University in Cleveland, TN.  He earned an MDiv and then

Jeremy Thomas LPC

Jeremy Thomas LPC

Therapist - Supervised by Sam Pogorelski LPCC-S

Jeremy went into clinical counseling to help families function in healthy ways.  He believes that the therapeutic relationship is the strongest force for change during

Makoto Asahara NCC LPC

Makoto Asahara NCC LPC

Therapist - Supervised by Bridget Perrin LISW-S

Makoto Asahara, NCC, LPC received his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary in…

Andrea Rehl LISW-S

Andrea Rehl LISW-S

Therapist

Andrea Rehl is a Licensed Independent Social Worker who received her Bachelor’s in Social Work from Malone University

Katherine Penty MSEd, LPCC

Katherine Penty MSEd, LPCC

Therapist

Katherine is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at Live Wellness Center. She received her Master of Science Degree in Social Agency Counseling from the University of…

Tessa Mitan LPC

Tessa Mitan LPC

Therapist - Supervised by Rusty Simon LPCC-S

I have a passion for helping others walk through challenging circumstances and heal from past hurts/wounds. My goal is

Gillian Grose LPC

Gillian Grose LPC

Therapist - Supervised by Rusty Simon LPCC-S

In sessions, Gillian utilizes a strengths-based approach with clients to help them approach their concerns from a place of self-awareness

Josie Fickell LSW

Josie Fickell LSW

Therapist - Supervised by Bridget Perrin LISW-S

I love to walk alongside people in their journey and for them to feel heard. I am passionate about helping people accomplish their goals and for them to

Malinda Eberly LISW

Malinda Eberly LISW

Therapist

Malinda Eberly, LISW has a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Fordham University and trained in EMDR. She has experience working with adults, teens

Samantha Robertson LSW

Samantha Robertson LSW

Therapist - Supervised by Andrea Rehl LISW-S

I am so grateful to be in this healing profession, where I have the opportunity to sit with others and meet them where they are. I hope to embody warmth, empathy and

Nicole Newsome LPCC-S

Nicole Newsome LPCC-S

Therapist

ONLY ACCEPTING CURRENT CLIENT TRANSFERS

Nicole received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Kent State University in Kent, Ohio and went on to…

Nicole Riddle MS LPC

Nicole Riddle MS LPC

Therapist - Supervised by Rusty Simon LPCC-S

ONLY ACCEPTING CURRENT CLIENT TRANSFERS

Nicole received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio and went on to receive her Master’s degree in…

Tao Wilkes MSW LISW-S

Tao Wilkes MSW LISW-S

Therapist

ONLY ACCEPTING CURRENT CLIENT TRANSFERS

Tao received her Bachelor’s degrees in Social Work from Gongshang University in China and her Master’s Degree in Social Work from

Lisa Simon LPCC

Lisa Simon LPCC

Therapist

ONLY ACCEPTING CURRENT CLIENT TRANSFERS

Lisa graduated from Ashland Theological Seminary with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and from The Ohio State University with a

Abigail Kurtz LSW, CDCA

Abigail Kurtz LSW, CDCA

Therapist - Supervised by Andrea Rehl LISW-S

I’m a licensed social worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work, and I’m passionate about helping people heal, grow, and thrive. I offer both Christian counseling and traditional therapeutic

Sam Pogorelski LPCC-S

Sam Pogorelski LPCC-S

Therapist

am Pogorelski is an independently licensed counseling supervisor who received his Bachelors in Youth Ministry and his Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Malone University. Sam has been providing community

Bridget Perrin MSW LISW-S

Bridget Perrin MSW LISW-S

Owner / Therapist

ONLY ACCEPTING CURRENT CLIENT TRANSFERS

Bridget is a Licensed Independent Social Worker. She received her training at The Village Network working with

Charity Ritter MSW LISW-S

Charity Ritter MSW LISW-S

Owner / Therapist

ONLY ACCEPTING CURRENT CLIENT TRANSFERS

Charity Ritter MSW LISW is one of the founders of LIVE Wellness Center, ltd. Charity received her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in…

Danielle Simpson NCSP

Danielle Simpson NCSP

Licensed Independent School Psychologist

Danielle is a licensed independent school psychologist who received her bachelors of science in psychology

Nikki Goodman

Nikki Goodman

Life Coach

My goal for each client is to assist them in identifying the areas of their lives that contribute to feelings of overwhelm, leading to procrastination, paralysis, and anxiety. I work with clients to set realistic

Amanda York

Amanda York

Practice Coordinator

Elise

Elise

Client Accounts Manager

Elise supports our team with years of billing experience, bringing a valuable component to the business. Her attention to detail and…

Kim

Kim

Administration

Kim began working at Live Wellness Center in March of 2022. She graduated with her Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology and minored in Substance Misuse and Addiction in the

Grace

Grace

Administration

Grace started working at Live Wellness Center in September of 2023. She is completing her final year at Ohio State University where she…

Jami

Jami

Administration