Meet The Team

Tolu Ige, CRNP

Medical Director

Tolu is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a total of six years of experience working with patients with mental health across the lifespan.

Born and raised in Nigeria then moved to Maryland, where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Maryland. Went on to work as a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse in various settings, including inpatient psychiatry, Crisis Intervention, home health, Addiction, education, and outpatient psychiatry. Received Master of Science in nursing from Walden University.

Experienced in treating and evaluating a broad range of psychiatric disorders including anxiety and depression, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, and psychotic disorder.

One of my main goals as a practitioner is to advocate for my patients and provide awareness about mental health with the aim to remove the stigma around mental illness. I believe in empowering patients to be involved in their treatment plans with the goal of improving their quality of life. 

Tanae Smith, LGPC

She/Her/Hers

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid

Tanae Smith is a licensed graduate professional counselor (LGPC). Tanae received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Stevenson University and her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Bowie State University. 

She has over 5 years of experience working in various mental health settings including inpatient psychiatry, outpatient/community-based mental health, psychiatric and residential rehabilitation, partial hospitalization, and crisis/suicide prevention and intervention through Baltimore County Crisis Response. 

Tanae has had the privilege of working alongside the Chief of Psychiatry, helping to pioneer the first Adult Psychiatric Day Hospital while employed at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus. 

Tanae’s primary areas of focus are depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. She also specializes in individual, group, and family therapy, as well as stress and anger management, suicide prevention, and psychoeducation. Tanae is passionate about helping teens and young adults navigate mental health struggles such as peer relationships, self-esteem, and learning healthy coping skills for optimal functioning. 

Morgan Wright, LMSW

Accepts Maryland Medicaid and CIGNA/Evernorth

Morgan Wright received her Bachelors in Psychology from Hampton University. Ms. Wright quickly became the Advocating Director for the Child and Youth Program contracted by the U.S Government. Ms. Wright has a deeply rooted passion for mental health and education. Combing both passions, Ms. Wright has created curriculums and widely practiced blueprints in the shaping of early childhood development.

Later Ms. Wright would receive her Master's in Social Work from the University of Maryland becoming a Licensed Social Worker. Ms. Wright currently provides professional support to both adolescents and adults in areas such as: behavioral issues, anxiety, autism, anger management, depression, social interaction skills, emotional disturbance, trauma and self-esteem. Ms. Wright is also a registered behavior technician, specializing in teaching basic life skills to non-verbal learners who are on the spectrum. 

Rebecca Kaplon, LMSW, 

SHE/HER/HERS

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid 

Rebecca Kaplon (she/her/hers) earned her Masters Degree at the University of Maryland School of Social Work. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Towson University. 

Rebecca has experience working with both children and adults. She previously interned with children at Villa Maria. Additionally, she has worked with adults at a PRP and with adults with disabilities. Rebecca really enjoyed connecting and getting to know the clients she worked with as well as providing a listening ear or offering a different perspective. 

Rebecca is very passionate about mental health. She enjoys empowering people to live their best lives by partnering with clients to find their own inner strengths. Rebecca believes that emotions can be experienced in a healthy way and that we can live well with our emotions. Rebecca is compassionate and empathetic. She loves being creative in finding ways to help clients feel their best. Rebecca knows that life can be tough, but she truly believes in her clients’ capabilities to grow and learn to cope.  

In her free time, Rebecca enjoys listening to audio books. Currently, she is enjoying listening to psychological thrillers. Additionally, Rebecca values spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys playing board games and card games with her loved ones. 

Kimberly Charles, LMSW

She/Her/Hers

LGBTQ+ Affirming

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid 

Everyone has a vision of how they would like to experience life. I am firm believer when it comes to your care, there is no better person than you to take the lead. Renee Descartes said, "I think therefore I am." What you think will heavily influence how you are. 
My passion is helping others create a less stressful and more satisfying life. Take the first steps to truly experience life the way you've imagined by reaching out today!

I am experienced working with people of all ages who experience trauma, ADHD, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, and bipolar disorders. I hope to always create a space that helps others feel heard and empowered as they safely navigate their thoughts, feelings, and emotions judgement free. 

Therapists are like shoes: sometimes you have to try a couple on to find a good fit but, you'll never find one that fits if you don't try. If you're looking to figure life out or simply regain control at your own pace on terms that work for you, I encourage you to take the first step and reach out today!

Janna Henesch, LCSW-C

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid and CIGNA/Evernorth

Janna earned her MSW from University of Maryland School of Social Work in 2004. She worked with aging adults and adults with disabilities for 15 years.  More recently, her focus shifted to providing therapeutic services to all ages.

Amongst other areas, Janna has significant experience in the areas of loss, grief, end of life care, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and facilitating support groups. Janna provides individual, family, and couple's therapy. She is completed  her Imago Relations Therapy certification, a specialized relational therapy, which transforms conflict into opportunities for healing and growth and helps move couples towards a more conscious relationship.

Janna enjoys assisting individuals, couples, and families improve their overall functioning, well-being, and interpersonal relationships in a therapeutic and supportive environment.

Dr. George Leary, Psy Associate

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid and CIGNA/Evernorth

Bio coming soon

Breona Gray, LGPC

She/Her/Hers

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid and CIGNA/Evernorth

Bio coming soon

Naya Fogo, LPC

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid and CIGNA/Evernorth

Bio coming soon

Kelly Dohony, LCSW-C

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid and CIGNA/Evernorth

Bio coming soon

Ongisa McKenzie, LGMFT

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid 

Bio coming soon

Eddie Pickeral, LMSW

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid 

Bio coming soon

Lindsay Bonaparte, LMSW

LGBTQ+ Affirming

Therapist

Accepts Maryland Medicaid 

Bio coming soon