Our Team

Expert care,
human connection.

Compassionate, specialized care for anxiety, OCD, and trauma.

At Ascend Therapy, we believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of healing. Our diverse team of clinicians brings specialized training and genuine warmth to every session.

Sara Banks

Sara Banks, LCSW

Owner & Clinical Director

Specializing in OCD, Trauma & EMDR Therapy with a direct, compassionate approach.

OCDAnxietyEMDR / TraumaERP
Dr. Jonathan Woodin

Dr. Jonathan Woodin, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist

Values-based care using ACT and DBT for anxiety and life transitions.

OCDAnxietySex TherapyPorn AddictionTechnology Addiction
Takeisha Rheams

Takeisha Rheams, LCPC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Expertise in high-pressure transitions, helping adults and teens manage the mental load of life's changes.

High-Pressure TransitionsParenting SupportAnxietyOCDEMDR / Trauma
Nagla Mostafa

Nagla Mostafa, LMFT

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Specializing in couples and family therapy, complex trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, and sex therapy.

Couples TherapySex TherapyComplex TraumaOCDAnxietyBipolar DisorderPersonality DisordersPorn Addiction / Compulsive Behavior
Melanie Ciucci

Melanie Ciucci, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Specializing in mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions with a compassionate, direct, and values-based approach.

AnxietyDepressionTrauma / PTSDCBTDBT-informedACT
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We believe the therapeutic relationship is key to success. Read our bios to find the therapist who resonates with you.