Membership Directory

Dr. Katie Merricks is a licensed clinical psychologist and owner of Katie Merricks Counseling, LLC in Clearwater, Florida, where she specializes in the treatment of severe OCD, anxiety disorders, and body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs). With a clinical background that includes intensive training at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and Rogers Behavioral Health, Dr. Merricks dedicates the vast majority of her practice to OCD, PANDAS/PANS, and complex anxiety subtypes. She is also a Tourette Association of America recognized provider, expertly trained in Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) and Habit Reversal Training (HRT) for hair-pulling and skin-picking. Serving as the President of the Florida affiliate of the International OCD Foundation, OCD of Central and South Florida, Dr. Merricks combines top-tier clinical expertise with an approachable, evidence-based framework to help clients and families achieve profound, lasting emotional benefits.

Zoe Miniter, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, is a compassionate therapist with experience in inpatient and outpatient experience, now offering private practice services. She supports individuals, couples, and families with trauma, grief, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and depression. Passionate about helping eating disorder, athletes, veterans, first responders, and healthcare workers, she provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.

Dr. Jarell R.O. Myers is a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and substance use. Drawing on extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), he delivers structured, goal-oriented interventions that are tailored to meet the unique developmental needs of young people and their families. His experience also includes the application of CBT to address the complexities of substance use in adolescents and young adults, focusing on motivational enhancement, relapse prevention, and skill-building for long-term recovery.

Dr. Natasha L. Poulopoulos, PhD (she/her), also known as Dr. Tash, is a licensed pediatric psychologist working within one of the nation's largest healthcare systems, treating clients through part-time private practice, and assisting organizations with the development of mental health protocols and trainings. Her clinical expertise includes pediatric consultation-liaison psychology, solid organ transplant, and the assessment and treatment of somatic symptoms and related disorders.

Eva S. Reichel, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, is trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) for chronic pain, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Trauma-Informed Care. She has obtained specialized training on Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) through Postpartum Support International (PSI). She specializes in treating Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Maternal Mental Health, Chronic Pain/Neuroplastic Pain, and difficult life transitions.

Dr. Tamara Richardson, Ph.D., is a Postdoctoral Resident at Child Provider Specialists specializing in psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children and adolescents. Her clinical background includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems, and trauma-informed care, with interests in anxiety and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Dr. Gwilym Roddick is the Founder and Director of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy of Central & South Florida, PLLC, a pioneering multi-specialty group therapy practice specializing in CBT and related evidence-based therapies. He specializes in helping people with Anxiety Disorders (e.g. OCD, Social Anxiety, Panic). He has a specialty in helping those with co-occurring Substance Use Disorders. Due to his extensive training, research, and experience, he is uniquely qualified to assess how primary psychological issues (e.g. anxiety) interfere with addiction treatment.

Dr. Michael Sheffield is a Licensed Psychologist in Florida and New York, specializing in the treatment of OCD, eating disorders, and anxiety disorders. He works from a CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) framework and incorporate exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) interventions.

Dr. Melanie Smith is a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist and Approved Consultant (CEDS-C) and is a Certified Therapist & Trainer of the Unified Protocol for the Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders (UP). Special treatment interests include Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), phobias including emetophobia, health-related anxiety, OCD and coping with chronic illness.

Dr. Amy Smith, PhD, LMFT, CFLE is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) with years of experience helping individuals and couples find meaning and connection in their lives. She creates a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for clients to be themselves. She tailors her therapeutic approach to each persona unique journey, drawing on her extensive training and experience to support healing, growth, and self-understanding.

Dr. Janeé Steele is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and certified therapist through the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies. She holds a master's degree in counseling and a Ph.D. in counselor education and supervision. She works with adults navigating challenges related to depression, anxiety, and racial trauma. She focuses on helping clients gain clarity, develop effective coping strategies, and make meaningful changes in their daily lives. Her approach is collaborative, affirming, and grounded in evidence-based practices that are adapted to honor each client's unique background and experiences.

Ana Paula Vieira is a Registered Provisional Psychologist with experience in providing culturally and developmentally informed psychological assessment, intervention, and psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She offers services in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, and is currently completing a PhD in Special Education at the University of Alberta. She values cultural diversity and strives to create a warm, inclusive, and collaborative space for all clients.