Our Providers
Tara N. Tozzi, PsyD
Alexandria Hudeck, PsyD
Tara N. Tozzi, PsyD
Dr. Tozzi is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the founder of Mind Care Ohio. She brings 20 years of experience working in numerous levels of care and specializes in treating eating disorders/body image concerns, anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, chronic illness, pregnancy/fertility/postpartum related difficulties
Dr. Tozzi is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the founder of Mind Care Ohio. She brings 20 years of experience working in numerous levels of care and specializes in treating eating disorders/body image concerns, anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, chronic illness, pregnancy/fertility/postpartum related difficulties, and attention deficit. She also routinely works with individuals seeking effective problem-solving for work and school related difficulties and family/relationship stress. Dr. Tozzi also provides evaluations of intelligence, attention, learning abilities, and cognitive skills. Dr. Tozzi also teaches and presents, trains clinicians, and consults with businesses, schools, and medical providers. She is dedicated to creating a customized treatment approach that is best suited to the individual and believes in maintaining a laid back atmosphere filled with humor and compassion. She can be reached directly at ttozzi@mindcareohio.com
Wendy Kirby, RD, LD
Alexandria Hudeck, PsyD
Tara N. Tozzi, PsyD
Wendy Kirby is a Registered and Licensed Dietician who brings a wealth of experience and specializes in the areas of eating disorders, binge eating, obesity/weight management, pre and post bariatric surgical care, and disease prevention. She is committed to creating an individualized approach to achieving improved health and often works c
Wendy Kirby is a Registered and Licensed Dietician who brings a wealth of experience and specializes in the areas of eating disorders, binge eating, obesity/weight management, pre and post bariatric surgical care, and disease prevention. She is committed to creating an individualized approach to achieving improved health and often works collaboratively with other members of the Mind Care team and outside providers to ensure a comprehensive path to wellness. She brings an incredibly genuine and caring presence in her relationship with each client and is very effective at creatively and strategically identifying an approach that will work for each person, especially when traditional approaches have not sufficed. Wendy can be reached directly at wkirby@mindcareohio.com
Alexandria Hudeck, PsyD
Alexandria Hudeck, PsyD
Alexandria Hudeck, PsyD
Dr. Hudeck is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who also completed her postdoctoral training at Mind Care Ohio. Her areas of specialization include interpersonal trauma and PTSD, emotional dysregulation, depression/mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, and oppositional/defiant behavior. Dr. Alex is experienced in using
Dr. Hudeck is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who also completed her postdoctoral training at Mind Care Ohio. Her areas of specialization include interpersonal trauma and PTSD, emotional dysregulation, depression/mood disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, and oppositional/defiant behavior. Dr. Alex is experienced in using many different treatment approaches, though primarily utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), both regular and trauma-focused, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She also integrates many art therapy and positive psychology approaches and works to individualize each treatment plan and approach to suit the needs of each unique client. She can be reached directly at ahudeck@mindcareohio.com
Antoinette Nethery, M.A. Ed., LPCC
Antoinette Nethery, M.A. Ed., LPCC
Antoinette Nethery, M.A. Ed., LPCC
Antoinette Nethery is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who specializes in the treatment of binge eating disorder, anxiety disorders, and depression/mood disorders. She is also very skilled in working with individuals seeking support in managing family, relationship, job, and school stressors. She views mental health diagnoses in
Antoinette Nethery is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who specializes in the treatment of binge eating disorder, anxiety disorders, and depression/mood disorders. She is also very skilled in working with individuals seeking support in managing family, relationship, job, and school stressors. She views mental health diagnoses in a holistic and comprehensive way and considers both physical and psychological/emotional origins of symptoms. Antoinette creates a therapeutic relationship full of compassion, humor, and hope and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Mind Care family. She also brings the wonderful presence of her Emotional Support Dog, Weezie, with whom she can often be found! Antoinette also leads the Binge Eating Recovery Program, focused around an intuitive eating approach to physical and mental wellness. She can be reached directly at anethery@mindcareohio.com
Pat Michalik, PCLC
Antoinette Nethery, M.A. Ed., LPCC
Antoinette Nethery, M.A. Ed., LPCC
Pat Michalik is a Professional Certified Life Coach and retired firefighter who is trained in both general life coaching and trauma-specific coaching. He specializes in working with first responders (police, fire, EMS, dispatch) and other medical professionals who have acquired trauma and/or signs of stress related to their work. He also
Pat Michalik is a Professional Certified Life Coach and retired firefighter who is trained in both general life coaching and trauma-specific coaching. He specializes in working with first responders (police, fire, EMS, dispatch) and other medical professionals who have acquired trauma and/or signs of stress related to their work. He also enjoys working with teens and adults seeking goal-oriented support for a number of concerns, including mood and anxiety difficulties, relationship and job/school stressors, ADHD/executive functioning difficulties, and concerns relating to athletics. Pat's approach is focused on goal setting, identifying and solving barriers to progress, and building upon existing strengths and his services can be utilized independently or in conjunction with traditional therapy. He brings a refreshingly down-to-earth and laid-back presence to his work and has a passion for helping people uncover their best selves! Pat can be reached directly at pmichalik@mindcareohio.com
Lauren Isaacson, LPCC-S
Antoinette Nethery, M.A. Ed., LPCC
Lauren Isaacson, LPCC-S
Lauren Isaacson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 5+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Lauren enjoys working with a variety of individuals and specializes in those struggling with trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, substance use concerns, trans
Lauren Isaacson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 5+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Lauren enjoys working with a variety of individuals and specializes in those struggling with trauma symptoms, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, substance use concerns, transitional phase of life issues, as well as family and relationship issues. Lauren has had experience working in crisis management and has been trained in trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment, among a variety of other treatment modalities. Lauren believes in taking a holistic and person-centered approach to meet each individual client’s needs. Lauren creates an open and welcoming therapeutic relationship based on trust, compassion, and hope. She can be reached directly at lisaacson@mindcareohio.com
Kristen Kipperman, PhD
Kristen Kipperman, PhD
Lauren Isaacson, LPCC-S
Dr. Kipperman is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist doctorate degree in pediatric school psychology (PhD). Her areas of specialization include both assessment and intervention. As a trained school psychologist, Dr. K has experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations and school-based consultation. She also has 4 years of experience wo
Dr. Kipperman is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist doctorate degree in pediatric school psychology (PhD). Her areas of specialization include both assessment and intervention. As a trained school psychologist, Dr. K has experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations and school-based consultation. She also has 4 years of experience working in schools providing intervention to teens with ADHD and executive functioning difficulties. Additional areas of expertise include working with children and adolescents experiencing behavioral and emotional difficulties, including disruptive behaviors, depression, and anxiety. She predominantly practices from a systems perspective and uses a cognitive-behavioral and/or behavioral treatment approach. Dr. K will also implement additional treatment approaches (e.g., motivational interviewing, skills-based, solution-oriented) to meet the needs of her patients. She also has specialization working with diverse patient populations, including the LGBTQIA+ community. She can be reached directly at kkipperman@mindcareohio.com
Katie DiNardo, LPC
Kristen Kipperman, PhD
Katie DiNardo, LPC
Katie DiNardo is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She brings 11+ years experience counseling children, adolescents, and young adults focusing on treatment for anxiety disorders, depressive/mood disorders, executive functioning deficits/ADHD, body image concerns, and managing stressors related to family and relationships. She also hold
Katie DiNardo is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She brings 11+ years experience counseling children, adolescents, and young adults focusing on treatment for anxiety disorders, depressive/mood disorders, executive functioning deficits/ADHD, body image concerns, and managing stressors related to family and relationships. She also holds her School Counselor license and utilizes her background working in schools to help families navigate the educational system and advocate for their child’s needs. Katie has an Expressive Arts Therapy certification and utilizes various treatment modalities while collaborating with clients to make meaningful change in their lives. She practices primarily from a holistic persecutive, looking at the physical, emotional and social aspects of health while providing a compassionate, relaxed atmosphere where people can be their authentic selves. She can be reached directly at kdinardo@mindcareohio.com