Bobbie Nnodim is a board-certified Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a holistic approach to understanding and enhancing well-being through assessments and interventions involving positive psycho-social characteristics with diverse populations ranging from children to geriatric populations.

Her focus is on the individuals, listening carefully to their concerns and making them the focus of clinical attention without ignoring their broader subjective and cultural experiences. She is interested in developing effective therapeutic alliances with patients and their family members while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

She has strong clinical skills, enhanced by excellent communication skills. Her pharmacologic and psychotherapeutic treatments are based on evidence-based practice in the communities she serves, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, gender, spiritual beliefs, or lifestyle. She empowers others to be active partners in their whole health and well-being.

Bobbie, a Chatham University graduate with a Doctor of Nursing Practice, began this journey as a compassionate healthcare professional more than two decades ago, managing complex medical and psychiatric cases. Bobbie is a skilled educator and patient advocate.

Sandra Anoruo is a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who cares about her patients and is passionate about helping individuals achieve optimal societal functioning. She is known to treat her clients with respect and strives to reduce mental health stigmatization.

She moved to Maryland fourteen years ago and attended the University of Maryland School of Nursing, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She went on to work as a Psychiatric registered nurse until beginning her graduate studies a few years later. She graduated with a Master of Science as a Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and obtained a postgraduate nursing degree.

She has worked in various settings, including outpatient clinics and correction facilities. She has experience treating a broad range of psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and psychotic disorders, treating adults and children.

I earned my master’s in clinical Mental Health Counseling degree from Syracuse University and have served a diverse population in varied settings during my training. My experiences as a woman of color with a multicultural background navigating cross-cultural systems have informed my commitment to serving immigrant populations, BIPOC individuals, and other marginalized communities.

As a Mental Health Counselor, I specialize in addressing mental health crises, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual and relationship violence, adjustment challenges, and familial conflicts. My approach integrates behavioral therapies, attachment therapy, experiential, and relational theories, tailored to meet the unique needs of my clients. In my experience of working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, I encourage clients to understand how broader systems impact their well-being and empowering them to recognize and heal patterns. My hope it to create a brave, inclusive, and trauma-informed therapeutic space for my clients promoting access to holistic care and wellness, and destigmatizing mental health.

Hi, I’m Aissatou Diallo but most people call me Ayesha. I’m a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with a background in clinical mental health and marriage and family therapy. I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychology from UMBC and my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and Clinical LPCC from Touro University Worldwide. I was born in Guinea, West Africa, and raised in the U.S. from a young age, which gives me a unique perspective on cultural identity and belonging. I’m fluent in Fulani, French, and English, and I truly enjoy working with diverse individuals and families, especially those from immigrant backgrounds.

I have experience in community and outpatient settings and love supporting children, teens, and families as they navigate emotional challenges and life transitions. I’m especially passionate about working with foster youth. I’ve seen how trauma, loss, and instability can shape a young person’s life, and I’m committed to creating a space where they feel safe, seen, and empowered to reclaim their story.

My work is rooted in empathy, cultural awareness, and advocacy. Therapeutically, I draw from a range of approaches including CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Gestalt, Client-Centered, and Eclectic styles. I also use mindfulness, grounding techniques, logotherapy, and a multimodal approach depending on what best fits each client. I believe healing is not one-size-fits-all, and I always aim to meet people where they are with curiosity, care, and respect.

Outside of the therapy room, I value spending time with my family, practicing self-care, and believe it or not I love crocheting. It might sound a little cliché, but there’s something about the rhythm of it that relaxes me. It reminds me to slow down, be present, and breathe something I try to pass on to my clients, too.

If you’re looking for someone who will walk alongside you with compassion and honesty, I’d be honored to be part of your healing journey.

Hello! My name is Brian and I consider myself to be a unique individual who is not afraid to be a bit different! I am a graduate of Frostburg State University where I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences. While at Frostburg, I played football for all four years as an offensive lineman and was elected a team captain by my peers for my senior season, something that I hold in high regard. I obtained my Master’s in Social Work from Salisbury University in December 2023 and became a licensed clinician in September 2024. I attended Hanover High School in PA, Baltimore City College, and graduated from Edgewood High School in Harford County.

I am originally from Baltimore City and have resided in various environments, which I believe has assisted me with gaining helpful life experiences and insight into dynamics of different areas. I have worked for Sheppard Pratt as part of their RRP and PRP where I was able to learn more about mental illnesses and treatment methods. I have also worked in crisis response as a mental health stabilization specialist and school intervention specialist, which has assisted me with learning about community resources, adapting to changes and times of uncertainty, and collaboration with external resources for person-centered care coordination. I like to utilize CBT, solution-focused strategies, play therapy, and trauma-informed care strategies as part of my treatment in addition to learning the unique strengths of each individual.

I am a huge football fan, I root for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL, and I also love the Baltimore Orioles. I do enjoy basketball even though I am not any good! I enjoy shopping for and collecting vinyl records along with sports jerseys and coffee mugs from places that I visit. I consider myself to have an outgoing personality and love to make others feel safe and comfortable!

Courtney is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and has been in the mental health field for over 12 years.  Courtney earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Syracuse University, master’s degree in psychology from Pace University, Advance Certificate in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University Maryland, and Master of Social Work from Fordham University.

Courtney has a passion for helping others and has done so in a variety of capacities. She has extensive experience in the community and has access to a variety of resources. Courtney employs a person-centered approach meeting the client where they are and works with her clients to create personalized goals that they can achieve. Courtney believes that no problem is too big or too small, at the heart of therapy lies a trusting relationship.

Courtney has experience working with adults, teens and adolescents, the homeless, incarcerated, and individuals facing substance use. Courtney uses therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and meditation within the practice setting. Courtney’s goal is for you to become your best version of yourself, and together, using a strengths-based approach, she will see that you get there.

Hey! I am Deja Moses, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. My biggest goal for my clients is to be their authentic selves. My motto is “Be you, all of you… for you.” We often face adversities that leave us feeling defeated, unmotivated, or stuck, maybe questioning our reality or who we are. I am here to tell you that your story is still unwritten.

Taking the first step may be hard or scary, but growth never happens in our comfort zones. Through therapy, we can explore the depths of you, your goals or aspirations, and the journey to get there. I believe you are the director of your life, and it is never too late to take back control. Today’s a great day to start your healing journey, and I would love to be a part of it.

I have clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, focusing on depression, anxiety, boundaries, life transitions, grief, and trauma. I will help guide you in entering your winning season by rebuilding the new and authentic you through a strength-based, humanistic, holistic, CBT, solution-focused, and person-centered approach.

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade! You have taken the first step in putting yourself first, and that is a huge accomplishment. Let’s continue to devote ourselves to those dreams or goals we have. After all, lemonade doesn’t make itself! If you are ready to do the work… I am here to encourage and push you along the way!

Emiley is a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) with a Master of Social Work from Simmons University and has been working with mental health practices for 10 years. Emiley is passionate about working with others and building collaboration in therapy. Emiley utilizes person-centered in therapeutic spaces and clients should define goals for themselves for seeking what they need.

Emiley’s interventions include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing (MI). Emiley has experience working with communities and families. Emiley is comfortable working with a wide range of ages and demographics, recognizing that no two experiences are the same! Emiley is dedicated to creating an inclusive and compassionate space for clients to gain access to holistic care.

My name is Franz Spillenger (he/him) and I am a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW). I graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. As a Mental Health Therapist with Empowering Minds Resource Center, my main objective is to be just that – a resource! There are so many issues that people encounter, it can be difficult to manage them all: trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, financial concerns, employment, intense emotions, and more.

My approach to therapy is client-centered, strengths-based, and utilizes cultural humility (in other words, I recognize the diversity of human experience, how culture impacts us, and how we may have both similar and different experiences and perspectives). As your therapist, I want you to educate me on your life, because you are the expert on you! My interventions include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and mindfulness techniques.

I have a substance use treatment background and am comfortable with a wide range of ages and demographics. I respect and affirm your sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, spirituality, and values. In my spare time, I enjoy playing basketball, making music, watering my plants, and, oh yah, spending time with my family! Fun fact: I co-founded a small gourmet mushroom farm (ask me about mushrooms, they’re fascinating). Remember, life can be overwhelming, but there are tools to help us overcome our struggles. It all starts with the first step.

I have been a healthcare professional with over 25 years of experience in a myriad of public health roles. In 2020, I became a graduate from Morgan State University with a masters degree in Social Work, specializing in urban children, youth and families. I have managed cancer prevention initiatives in Baltimore City piloted through the Center For Disease Control as well as the American Cancer Society bringing awareness and free access to cancer screenings.

I have been instrumental in collaborating with the founder of a youth mentoring program partnered with Baltimore City Recs and Parks, serving high risk young women ages 8-18. I am a licensed master social worker with a passion to serve my community in any capacity I am able to, ensuring they have access to the highest possible quality of life My favorite pastime is spending time with my family and friends, enjoying Maryland blue crabs and exploring the undiscovered beauty that Baltimore has to offer.

Jemeka earned her Bachelor of Science degree with emphases in Allied Health and Social Science from Washington Adventist University. She later earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Maryland – Baltimore, where she participated in the School-Based Mental Health Fellowship. With more than a decade of healthcare experience and the knowledge she gained during her fellowship, Jemeka approaches social work with a unique lens – one that enriches her work. She is passionate about building strong relationships with children in k-12 schools and their families, helping them feel safe, heard, and understood. Jemeka is committed to partnering with families, teachers, and school staff to cultivate an environment where students can grow and thrive.

Jemeka is certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid and uses various therapeutic modalities, including play therapy, mindfulness, art therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Outside of work, Jemeka enjoys spending time with family, singing, painting, and getting lost in a good book. Each helps keep her grounded and bring creativity to her practice.

Mingxin is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University.  She specializes in providing therapeutic services to children with severe behavioral and mental health challenges. Her expertise includes individual, group, and family therapy, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and play therapy.

Mingxin is Certified in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and is dedicated to supporting vulnerable populations and enhancing mental health outcomes through compassionate and evidence-based care.

With over 20 years of dedicated service serving students in the Baltimore City Public Schools System, Remonia Ellis brings a wealth of experience in supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students. Throughout her career, she has worked collaboratively with parents, families, educators, and community partners to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for students.

Specializing in school-based mental health, Remonia Ellis, provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, social skills, and community-based resources for students from diverse backgrounds and needs. She blends evidence-based practice with an understanding of the unique needs that face our youth.

She is passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential by providing the necessary tools needed to help them achieve academic success and emotional well-being. Remonia Ellis is committed to fostering resiliency, building confidence, positive, strong relationships, and promoting social-emotional learning in the school setting. She believes in creating a warm, caring, safe space where students feel heard, supported, valued, and encouraged to be their best selves.

Renee Scott is a Licensed Social Worker who is currently a Therapist at Empowering Minds Resource Center. She has worked in the mental health arena for the last 13 years as an agent of change within dynamic and growing communities. She has provided strength-based, ongoing mental health services for youth, adolescents, adults, and families by supporting them in the role of Direct Service Coordinator and Therapist since becoming licensed in June 2022. Renee earned her Masters and Bachelor of Social Work degree from Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. Where she specialized in addictions. She continues to feel connected to the community and is eager to facilitate, educate, advocate, and encourage healthy personal growth and achievement within the individuals in the communities she serves.

Hey, I’m Robin Erhardt, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern who provides individual, family, and group therapy using trauma-informed, evidence-based, and person-centered holistic approaches. I am currently pursuing my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a certificate in Trauma-Informed Counseling at Lebanon Valley College.

I am passionate about creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering therapeutic space for my clients to heal from trauma. My counseling philosophy is rooted in understanding the deep impact of lived experiences on mental health and building collaborative, trust-based relationships with clients. I have prior experience supporting first responders and diverse community members at the IAFF Center of Excellence (a dual mental health and substance treatment and recovery center), and through extensive professional work in Baltimore’s public service and educational sectors, I bring a wealth of empathy, professionalism, and advocacy to my clinical practice.

I am a proud member of both the American Counseling Association and the Maryland Counseling Association, and I am committed to lifelong learning through continuous training, research, and supervision. Robin looks forward to supporting each client’s unique path toward healing, growth, and resilience. When my clients are struggling and “can’t look on the bright side”, it is my goal to sit with them until their light returns and they become the best versions of themselves.