Therapists, Counselors and Psychologists in Indianapolis

"As a seasoned therapist with over 11 years of experience, I have a wide range of knowledge with various treatment modalities to help others overcome symptoms and have a better quality of life."

Kristina Turner is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 11 years of experience in the mental health field. Kristina has worked in a variety of clinical settings including state hospitals treating chronic mental illnesses. She has experience in clinical outpatient settings focusing on the treatment of personality disorders and mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, as well as trauma. Kristina’s most recent experience is in helping others overcome addiction through medical detox, rehabilitation, and recovery-based group therapy.

Kristina completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology at Bowie State University. Her great passion is to bring healing to people who are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety. There is no "one size fits all" approach to healing and Kristina’s training in various treatment modalities prepares her to help meet clients where they are. Her overall goal is to help clients create a healthy perception of themselves, their families, and the world around them.

Kristina invites you to meet with her and see if you are a good fit. She is presently accepting new clients for telehealth services to help clients feel more comfortable in their own setting while being flexible with scheduling. Kristina understands the demands of the world and she is looking to make treatment helpful and healing–not add more pressure.

"As an African American male, I understand the unique challenges associated with engaging with a mental health professional. Through building trust in a safe environment, I will work to assist you to learn more about your strengths and how to use them to manage concerns in your life. "

Martin F. Hill, Sr., PhD, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has over 25 years of clinical experience and 15 years of teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Hill is experienced in addressing multicultural and LGBTQIA+ issues. He is flexible, encouraging, optimistic, and focused on improving overall wellbeing of each client.

Dr. Hill completed his Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Indiana University-Bloomington. He completed both his Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling and his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counseling Psychology at Michigan State University. Dr. Hill is a native of Detroit, MI. 

Dr. Hill is very engaging with clients in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship. He uses cognitive behavioral techniques centered on addressing emotional concerns, developing solutions using evidenced-backed techniques, and promoting client-centered approaches. 

"Who you are is beautifully and uniquely crafted by your experiences in life and I am here to help you discover ways to improve your quality of life and relationships."

Brandi Belcher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience working in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults and couples navigate struggles within their daily lives/relationships in order to face unique challenges with strength, resiliency, and purpose. Brandi specializes in depression, anxiety, coping skills, family conflict, life transitions, mental stress, relationships, self-esteem, stress, substance use, women's issues, parenting, and pregnancy/postpartum-related concerns. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Western Michigan University.

Brandi’s knowledge of resources in the mental health community and her experience working with a wide variety of populations help her support and serve clients. She utilizes an integrative treatment approach that utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), the Gottman method, motivation interviewing, person-centered planning, and solution-focused therapy.

In life, we are faced with challenges beyond our control that shape our outlook on life as well as our experience in it. Brandi can help you navigate that journey to discover ways to build resiliency, cope, and thrive. If you are ready to discover the best version of yourself, schedule an appointment with her today!

"I am honored to use my education and experience to assist others in achieving their goals."

Patricia “Pat” Schultz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience providing individual and couples therapy within community mental health. Pat has focused her career on supporting clients through crisis intervention and long-term care. She is passionate about helping others maintain their quality of life and mental wellness through a compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered approach.

Pat earned her Master’s in Social Work from Augsburg College in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and a strengths-based approach to help clients navigate emotional, psychological, and spiritual challenges with empathy and intention.

Pat strives to walk alongside her clients, empowering them to reach their goals and manage their mental health needs independently. Her holistic, client-focused approach helps individuals feel supported, seen, and equipped to lead more fulfilling lives.

"As a mother, wife, and therapist with over a decade of experience, I understand that life can be an overwhelming journey that can be better processed together. I aim to create a safe place for exploration, self-evaluation, and healing."

Desiree Paddack is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience. She provides individual, family, and group counseling to address concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, conflict resolution, marital conflict, and so much more. She has worked with clients from all backgrounds from ages 5 to 68. Using active listening and a tailored approach to treatment, Desiree commits herself to helping others reach their goals.

Desiree received her Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. Depending on a client’s needs, abilities, and concerns, she uses approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, attachment-based therapy, motivational interviewing, and Christian counseling.

Do you feel like something is missing in your life? Has it crossed your mind that things need to change? Do you simply need to feel seen or have your voice heard? Desiree is ready to explore with you. Reach out to her today!

"As a minority female, I am passionate about creating a safe space for all and am willing and able to understand the complexity of how one’s intersectionality between different communities, groups, and cultures can impact their worldview and identity."

Jasmin Calvin is a licensed Mental Health Counselor with five years of experience working in the mental health field. She is passionate about creating a space where her clients feel accepted, heard, valued, and understood. Jasmin has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, and she is dedicated to helping others overcome challenges and improve their overall mental health. She specializes in anxiety, life transitions, trauma, postpartum, interpersonal communication and relationships, and depression.

Jasmin completed her Masters of Science in Counseling and Counselor Education (M.S.Ed), as well as completed her Education Specialist degree in Mental Health Counseling (Ed.S) at Indiana Univeristy Bloomington. She has professional experience working in the university setting with young adults, providing grief work with birth mothers through a local adoption agency, providing more intensive therapy services through a hospital outpatient clinic, and more. This clinical experience allows Jasmin to adequately understand and address a variety of presenting concerns. Jasmin utilizes multiple therapy approaches, including: person-centered therapy, multicultural counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and trauma focused therapy.

Life can be challenging, and we don’t always have to tools to effectively process and cope with those challenges in a healthy way. Jasmin is confident that she can provide the support you need to gain those tools, so you can overcome whatever challenges you are facing. If you’re ready to take the first step, schedule an appointment with her today!

" l understand how families struggle with their loved ones in their quest for living purposeful and meaningful life"

Thomas Lims Owusu-Asante is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCSW, LCAC) who has over 13 years of experience working with adults who are struggling with anger, addiction, life transitions, family issues, anxiety, depression, stress, and more.

Thomas holds a Master's degree in Social Work, a Master's degree Addiction Counseling degree, and a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling. With extensive global travel experience including 15 countries, and exposure to multiple cultures, Thomas is well-versed in the peculiarities of families’ cultural, traditional, and religious background. He utilizes multiple therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), solutions-focused therapy (SFT), narrative therapy (NT), and Alderian therapy.

As we all know, life is full of challenges but with willingness and determination, Thomas is confident that he can assist you and your family to gain new perspective about life. He'll work to help you learn effective techniques to cope with life's challenges. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with Thomas today.

"As a clinical psychologist trained as a generalist with over 20+ years of experience and specialty training in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, I am well-versed in providing effective, integrative talk therapy to individuals presenting with a wide range of life challenges."

Amanda M. Wickett is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years of clinical experience in the field and a passion for holistic, humanistic, and patient-centered care. She was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and completed her graduate training at the University of Indianapolis in 2004. She is trained as a generalist and has worked with individuals from ages five and up, presenting with a wide range of mental health conditions, cultural backgrounds, and life challenges. She works best with clients motivated to better understand themselves and willing to consider ways to improve their quality of life through thoughtful exploration and mutual discovery.

Dr. Wickett’s therapeutic style is authentic, engaging, empathic, collaborative, and non-judgmental. She believes in treating all persons as complex and with dignity and respect while emphasizing the importance of autonomy. She celebrates each client’s individual complexity and has extensive experience working with individuals who have been exposed to traumatic stress across their lifespan.  

Seeking treatment requires courage and willingness to consider ways to move toward change to improve life quality and decrease emotional suffering. Although life involves suffering, Dr. Wickett believes that needless emotional suffering is unnecessary and nonterminal. She is highly competent to provide clients with encouraging and supportive guidance to achieve recovery goals.