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Ryan Pepperman, a seasoned mental health professional with a bachelor's degree from the University of North Texas and an Ed.S. from Middle Tennessee State University, is now a provider at Forward Counseling. With experience as a school counselor in Tennessee and a global perspective, he aims to help individuals achieve their optimal well-being.
Read MoreDoes negative self-talk or life changes bring you down?
Therapy can help! Joshua Dotter, LMSW at Forward Counseling, uses various techniques to help clients understand themselves and their experiences.
Build trust, safety, and self-compassion in a non-judgmental environment.
Develop strengths, set goals, and navigate challenges to increase fulfillment in life.
Read MoreSeeking a path to self-discovery and inner peace? Quinlan Rhodes, a mental health counselor at Forward Counseling, tailors her approach using creative techniques like art therapy and meditation to help clients achieve their goals and cultivate fulfilling lives.
Read MoreCy Jones is a Licensed Master Social Worker who focuses on helping people achieve their goals by blending evidence-based practices with a strong therapeutic relationship. He sees clients as agents of change and creates a safe space for them to be their whole selves. He has experience working with college students and young adults, as well as the LGBTQ+ community. Cy uses various therapeutic approaches, including humanistic therapy, solution-focused therapy, and CBT, which are effective for depression, anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem. He graduated from Mississippi College with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and later earned a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Memphis. He values lifelong learning and cultural humility.
Read MoreElizabeth “Liz” Ferzacca, LMSW of Forward Counseling, offers profound insights into the transformative nature of life transitions. With a focus on holistic self-healing and building strong relationships with oneself, Liz helps individuals facing various life challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and significant life changes. She combines a range of therapeutic techniques to create a safe and supportive space for clients. Let's delve deeper into Liz's perspectives on life transitions and learn how these pivotal moments impact our lives and well-being.
Read MoreSarah Catherine Trumbull is a holistic therapist who believes healing comes from relationships and creating a safe environment for clients to feel heard and cared for. She works with individuals of all ages and walks of life, particularly those experiencing depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief, low self-worth, trauma, and other life adjustments. She integrates cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and psychodynamic theory while acknowledging each person's unique story. Trumbull believes counseling offers a safe space to engage in one's story, reminding them of their worth and value, and helping them move towards wholeness and empowerment.
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In a historic shift for mental health policy, 2026 marks a landmark era of accelerated federal support for psychedelic-inspired medicine alongside established neuroplastic treatments like FDA-approved Spravato® (Esketamine). Following a White House Executive Order, the FDA has fast-tracked pathways for breakthrough molecules targeting depression, PTSD, and addiction. At Forward Counseling, we integrate these rapid-acting biological catalysts—from insurance-covered Spravato® ketamine care to future 5-HT2A therapies—with structured clinical guardrails, LENS Neurofeedback, and somatic integration, ensuring your brain receives the exact container it needs for deep, long-term healing.