Our Clinicians

Erin Smith, PhD LP

Locations Served: Midland, Mt. Pleasant, Telehealth

Erin graduated with her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Central Michigan University in 2013. She has been working with children, teens, adults, and families in Central Michigan since 2010. Erin specializes in family therapy, working with adolescents with behavioral difficulties, trauma-based treatment, motivational interviewing, and parent training. She has provided trainings on topics such as adolescent brain development, complex trauma, and emotional needs associated with giftedness. Erin frequently consults with other agencies and practitioners.

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Felix Smith, PhD LP

Locations Served: Midland, Mt. Pleasant, Telehealth

Felix obtained his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Central Michigan University 2012. He is licensed as a psychologist, works with adolescents and adults, and is a faculty member at Ferris State University. He has been treating clients since 2003. Although these days he works with people with a variety of different difficulties, he has training and in expertise in desistence from sexual offending, mood and anxiety disorders, and serious mental illness.

To learn more about Felix, view his profile here: https://headway.co/providers/felix-smith?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=31546

Emma Bess, LMSW

Locations Served: Midland, Mt. Pleasant, Telehealth

Emma holds a Masters of Social Work from the University of Michigan where she focused on Interpersonal Practice/Mental Health. Prior to receiving her master’s degree, Emma studied Criminal Justice at Ferris State University. Emma works enjoys working with adults, college students, and adolescents with a variety of presenting concerns. She has experience working with with survivors of sexual and domestic abuse, as well as specialized training in addressing problematic sexual behaviors.

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Nick Gallagher, LMSW

Locations Served: Midland, Telehealth

Nick Gallagher received a Masters in Social Work from the University of Michigan in 2016.  Certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy and trained in Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy, Nick specializes in psychological contributors to chronic pain.  Beyond that, Nick works with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, and difficulties adjusting to life stress.  In his free time, Nick enjoys cooking, camping, reading, and playing with his two children

Nicole Kittle, PhD LP

Locations Served: Mt. Pleasant, Telehealth

Nicole received with her doctorate in school psychology from Central Michigan University. Nicole has worked in both school and clinical settings. She has a special interest in helping families navigate the special education system within our public-schools. Previously, she was an ABA service provider and enjoys working with individuals with Autism. Nicole provides interventions targeting anxiety, depression, parent management training, ADHD, and difficult problem behaviors. She conducts psychological assessments for a variety of referral reasons including ADHD and Learning Disability assessments.

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Samantha Huebler-Davis, LMSW CAADC

Locations Served: Midland, Telehealth

Samantha graduated with her MSW from Wayne State University in 2015. She works with adults who struggle with addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression. She utilizes motivational interviewing, strengths-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused therapy techniques. She is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Samantha also has advanced training with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Samantha will work to meet you where you are at and work to accomplish your goals. 

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Ann Bauman, MA LPC CAADC

Locations Served: Mt. Pleasant, Telehealth

Ann received a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Michigan University in 2018 and is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). She works with teens and adults who experience difficulties with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationships, adjusting to life changes, and substance use. 

To learn more about Ann, view her profile here: https://headway.co/providers/ann-bauman?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=64648

Stacie Lewis, LLMSW

Locations Served: Midland, Telehealth

Stacie received her Masters in Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2022. Stacie provides individual and couples counseling services and enjoys working with all populations and ages. She has experience working with individuals struggling in a variety of mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, life adjustments, and domestic violence. She also provides couples therapy services. Stacie utilizes a person-centered approach along with strengths-based perspectives and mindfulness therapy techniques. She is passionate about empowering clients to achieve their goals.

Zak Jaime, LMSW

Locations Served: Midland, Mt. Pleasant, Telehealth

Zak Jaime. joined the Marine Corps in 1999 and was honorably discharged in 2005. He served in the Iraq War in 2003. Since that time he has pursued multiple masters degrees, earning a master’s in Anthropology in 2007 from Western Michigan University and a masters in social work from Grand Valley State University in 2011. Zak worked as an archaeologist in cultural resource management for approximately four years across the country. He has had a full social work license in the State of Michigan since 2014. Zak’s experiences range from working with youth and families to working with veterans and first responders. He uses multiple treatment modalities that generally include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and experiential techniques.

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Megan Whyte, LMSW

Locations Served: Midland, Telehealth

Megan received her Masters in Social Work from Michigan State University in 2018. She has experience working with teens and adults. She enjoys working with individuals as well as couples. She has experience working with a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, postpartum, grief, trauma, and life adjustments. Megan uses a person centered approach and believes that clients are the experts of their own lives. Megan meets her clients where they are at so that she can help them reach their goals. 

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