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Welcome! I am so glad you have taken the first step in receiving an assessment. My name is Preeya Desai. I live in and am licensed in the state of New York. I am passionate about assessment and helping individuals develop a greater understanding of themselves so they can live a life that feels as full and authentic as possible. I maintain a highly collaborative, genuine, and empathic stance that allows us to move through assessment at a pace that works for you.

I’m a licensed mental health clinician based in Maryland, and my work is rooted in the belief that people heal best when they feel genuinely seen and understood. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals from many different backgrounds, and I bring a warm, curious, and steady presence to the therapeutic space. I’m especially passionate about helping people make sense of their experiences, reconnect with their inner strengths, and move through life with greater clarity and confidence.

Hello and welcome!  I'm so glad you're here.  My name is Chellie Shaffer, PsyD.  I'm currently a licensed school psychologist and clinical psychologist in California.  I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, curiosity, and respect. As a clinician, I believe in creating a safe, compassionate space where you feel truly heard and understood.My approach is collaborative and grounded in the belief that meaningful change happens when people feel heard, understood, and supported.  In our work together, I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore difficult emotions, gain insight, and develop practical tools for moving forward.

Hello, and welcome. I'm Dr. Brian Ragsdale, a licensed clinical psychologist in New Hampshire with decades of experience in mental health, psychological assessment, healthcare, and higher education. I strive to create a thoughtful, respectful, and collaborative environment where you feel heard, understood, and met with compassion and curiosity throughout the assessment process.I've had the privilege of working with adults from a wide range of cultural, racial, ethnic, and life backgrounds. I believe every person's story is unique, and the best assessments consider the whole person, including their strengths, challenges, and goals. My hope is that you'll leave with greater clarity, a deeper understanding of yourself, and confidence about what comes next.

Hello! I’m a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, including being a school counselor and working in private practice. My heartfelt goal is to help others find their strengths and write their own stories. We all struggle at times, and there is no need to deal with it alone. I offer a warm, friendly, non-judgmental, safe place to explore your needs. My passion is to reignite the lights within people that have dimmed for whatever reasons. I specialize in mood disorders, including depression and anxiety, as well as grief, life changes, and trauma. I have a great deal of experience working with neurodivergent individuals. I have immense compassion and admiration for people striving to just be true and better versions of themselves.