Sara Applebee, MA, LPC-IT
Sara is a licensed professional counselor who believes mental and physical health go hand in hand. She enjoys partnering with her patient’s primary care provider to support their overall well-being and works to create a safe, collaborative and supportive space.
In her free time, Sara enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, biking, golfing and watching sports.
Lissa Balison, LPC
Lissa is a licensed professional counselor with over 18 years of experience working with patients who have never had a counselor before, patients who are working through a crisis and patients who are looking to address long-term concerns. Lissa prioritizes a collaborative, supportive and safe space for her patients.
In her free time, Lissa loves listening to music, reading and spending time with her friends, spouse, two children and their animals.
Ryan Betley, MSW, APSW
Ryan is an advanced practice social worker who enjoys engaging with his patients while walking with them on their journey through life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, abuse and trauma and more. He empowers his patients to live resilient lives, and he works to instill worth and value. Ryan uses a variety of methods to work with patients, including solution-focused, cognitive, behavioral and psychoanalytic approaches.
In his free time, Ryan enjoys spending time in nature, sightseeing and spending time with his family and friends.
Kristel Hawley, LPC
Kristel is a licensed professional counselor who enjoys working with patients of all ages who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress management and more. Kristel uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to treat her patients, and with this approach, she examines thought patterns that cause negative emotions and maladaptive behaviors and works with her patients to shift the focus to positive thought patterns, overall improving their emotional well-being.
Jason Hoyt, LPC
Jason is a licensed professional counselor who specializes in treating anxiety, depression and anger management in foster children and parents. Jason also works with patients struggling with challenging behaviors and school struggles.
In his free time, Jason enjoys spending time with his five children and cycling.
Kara Hurst, APSW, MSW
Kara is an advanced practice social worker who works with patients of all ages. She aims to empower her patients to take control of their lives and mental health, and she strongly believes that one’s mental health is deeply intertwined with their physical health. Kara often uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) among other techniques.
In her personal life, Kara enjoys trying new crafts, playing board and video games and spending time with her friends, family and pets.
Emily Schneider, LCSW
Emily is a licensed clinical social worker who utilizes a personal approach to help her patients work through their mental health challenges. She believes the best part of collaborative care is being able to support her patients through working with their primary care provider.
In her free time, Emily enjoys reading, hiking, traveling and listening to live music.
