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Nicole Barksdale, LCSW

Nicole Barksdale is a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Prioritizing Me Therapeutic Services. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from California State University, Fresno in 2012 and has spent over 17 years creating safe, healing spaces for clients.

Her advanced training includes EMDR, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, somatic and nervous system regulation approaches, and integrative trauma treatment. Nicole’s work blends evidence-based therapy with holistic mind–body practices to help high-achieving women overcome burnout, anxiety, and the lasting impact of trauma.

In addition to her private practice, she leads retreats, therapy intensives, and workshops, and mentors other therapists in providing client-centered, trauma-informed care.

Clinical Supervisor/NOT accepting new clients

Melissa Grisi, LCSW

Melissa Grisi (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), EMDR Certified
Therapist, EMDRIA Consultant-in-Training (CIT), Certified Advanced Alcohol and
Drug Counselor (CAADC), Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Facilitator
(TCTSY-F), 500 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500), IFS Informed Therapist,
Current Somatic Experiencing (SE) Student, Clay Artist and Desert Lover.
Melissa specializes in trauma/complex trauma (PTSD/CPTSD), anxiety and
addiction. She has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, correctional
facilities, military installations, non-profits and private practice. Spanning a 22 year
career in mental health, Melissa has extensive experience facilitating trauma
informed healing spaces. Melissa has been described as: compassionate, attuned,
gentle, supportive, intuitive, creative, fun, imaginative, embodied, solid, rooted,
natural, warm, curious and relational.

Clinical Supervisor/NOT accepting new clients

Rebecca Otten, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
(Not seeing clients)

Rebecca Otten is a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist with 16 years of experience. She has worked with a variety of patients with many different concerns and in a variety of settings, including homes, group homes, schools, private office, etc.

Catherine Steverson-Bush, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #47974 for Omega Mental Health

Clinical Supervisor/NOT accepting new clients.

Catherine is dedicated to the mental health field and the art of therapy. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist she is deeply committed to the well-being of children, adolescents, adults, and families. Catherine believes that every individual, no matter what age, deserves an opportunity to explore their path to wellness in a non-judgmental, empathic, culturally sensitive, and strength-based environment that empowers growth to a meaningful and healthy life.

David Miller, LMFT, LPCC

Clinical Group Supervisor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and LPCC

(Not seeing clients)