Our Team

Jack is the Founder & Clinical Director of Catharsis Counseling Center

Jack is a guide through the transformation process of change.  Through holistic therapies like Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Gestalt, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Post-Induction Therapy (PIT) the goal of treatment is to bring our nervous system into a place of balance and give the client the space to grow and create a life that if intentional and forward looking.

Jack creates space for you to change the story of who you have had to be in order to survive so that you can focus on rewriting the script of who you become in order for you to thrive.

Jack is a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor (LIAC).  Jack is also a supervisor for both licenses in AZ and Jack Is a LCSW, LCAS and CCS in NC.  Jack received his MSW in 2000 from the Joint MSW program between NC Agricultural and Technical State University (NCA&T) and UNC Greensboro.  Jack has worked across the life span in his career serving clients who are experiencing co-occurring or intersecting disorders like mental health challenges, addictive disorders (both process and substance) and experiences of covert and overt trauma.  Jack received training at the Meadows in Post Induction Therapy and through PESI became a certified trauma professional.  Jack is currently a doctoral student at Yeshiva University studying social welfare and social work.

Jack is openly LGBTQIA+ and has extensive experience working with those who are trans, Nonbinary, gender fluid, and queer.  Jack specializes in helping those who experienced faith abuse by religious communities who pushed conversion strategies to change someone's identity.  

 Leah is a MSW Clinical Intern of Catharsis Counseling center 

Leah is currently completing her MSW generalist year at Eastern University. Her counseling style is warm, relational, and grounded in present-moment experience and awareness of the body. She works from a humanistic perspective and supports clients navigating depression, loneliness, grief, questions of meaning, and life transitions. Before entering the mental health field, Leah worked in the tech industry, giving her firsthand experience with career change and personal reinvention.

Outside of work, Leah enjoys cooking, partner dance, and spending time in nature.

Alison is Lead Care Manager & Coach for Catharsis Counseling Center 

Alison is a Case Manager and Certified Life Coach who supports people navigating burnout and life stressors, including neurodivergent people with ADHD and/or Autism. She is currently completing her MSW degree also. 

As a Coach, Alison draws on her own experience rebuilding after burnout. She developed a holistic, five-area approach centered on the nervous system, and helps clients make realistic, sustainable changes. As a Case Manager, she helps clients access resources, navigate services, and organize their next steps.

In both roles, Alison meets people where they are with compassion and practical support. 

Eric is a Psychology (Addictions) Practicum Intern at Catharsis Counseling

Center

Eric is currently completing his practicum toward a Bachelor of Science in Psychology

(Addictions) at Purdue Global University. His path into the helping professions has been

shaped by both lived experience and professional work in sober living, recovery

support, and justice-involved programming. These experiences have deepened his

belief that healing and change are possible for everyone, regardless of where they

begin.

Eric's approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and grounded in respect for each

person's unique story. He strives to create a space where individuals feel heard,

supported, and empowered to build on their existing strengths. Whether someone is

seeking recovery, stability, personal growth, or connection to community resources, Eric

is honored to walk alongside them as they work toward meaningful and lasting change.

He is especially passionate about helping individuals recognize their resilience,

rediscover hope and develop practical tools for moving forward. Eric believes that

growth happens through connection, self-discovery, and the courage to take the next

step—even when the path ahead feels uncertain.

Eric is currently pursuing Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) and Peer Support

Specialist (PSS) credentials and plans to begin a Master of Social Work (MSW)

program in January 2027. As a member of the Catharsis Counseling Center team, he is

committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing, recovery, and a

more fulfilling life.

Sydney is MSW Clinical Intern of Catharsis Counseling Center

Sydney is in her last year for University of Kentucky’s Master’s of Social Work program. She is currently in her second internship working with the Catharsis Counseling Center. Sydney decided to pursue Social Work as a career due to her strong passion for making a change in community mental health and eagerness to break down the stigma surrounding mental health. She approaches her work from an empathetic, environmental, humanistic, and person-centered point of view. She recognizes that every person is their own unique combination of life experiences, values, and characteristics and highlights these traits when creating an individualized plan for each client. 

Before her Social Work, Sydney worked in a variety of financial positions such as mortgages and insurance. She also worked doing equine group therapy and utilization management at an inpatient behavioral health facility, giving her a unique perspective on the ins and outs of the mental health industry. 

In her free time, Sydney spends as much time as she can outside while also trying to avoid the Arizona heat. Her favorite outdoor activity is paddleboarding. Sydney is openly LGBTQIA+ and welcomes all genders/identities. 

Jesse Is MSW Clinical Intern with Catharsis Counseling Center

Jesse is an MSW clinical intern of Catharsis Counseling Center who is passionate about

providing inclusive and affirming care to LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals,

individuals navigating substance use, pet grief, gold star families and those living with

chronic health conditions. She is particularly interested in supporting clients with

concerns related to identity, life transitions, and self-acceptance. As an LGBTQIA+

identifying individual, Jesse recognizes the importance of creating a safe, supportive,

and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered as

they navigate difficult and complex life experiences. She believes that clients deserve a

space where they can show up authentically and feel comfortable expressing

themselves through their identity, appearance, and other forms of self-expression.

Jesse approaches her work with empathy, curiosity, and openness, while honoring each

client’s unique identities, experiences, strengths, and goals.

Bose is a MSW Clinical Intern with Catharsis Counseling Center

Bose is a second-year student in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at the University of Kentucky.

She takes a warm and holistic approach to counselling, creating a supportive space where individuals feel seen, heard, and accepted as they are. She is deeply invested in mental health and in supporting people as they build secure, trusting relationships with themselves and others.

Before transitioning into the mental health field, Bose worked in banking where she gained experience working with diverse populations which helped her discover a genuine passion for connecting with people and supporting them in ways that make them feel valued, understood, and heard.

Hannah is a MSW Clinical Intern with Catharsis Counseling Center

Hannah is a first-year MSW student at UKY. In her work with people, she brings a warm, collaborative approach, honoring people as the experts of their own lived experiences. 

Hannah proudly identifies as the L in LGBTQIA+ and is passionate about supporting individuals as they navigate life transitions, identity exploration, and interpersonal conflict. She believes therapy should be a nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, without pressure to arrive at a particular answer. 

When she’s not studying, you can find her exploring the Windy City or knitting.