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About Us

Elizabeth Shaw, PhD – Practice Co- Founder/Co-Director

Elizabeth Shaw is a licensed psychologist with 35 years of experience in adult and child psychotherapy and assessment.  She has worked with a diverse population in a variety of mental health settings.  Her special areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, mindful eating, grief, end of life family consultations, and parenting classes. Dr. Shaw is a great listener and can help you understand how to work toward better life satisfaction.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heather Currin LPA, LCAS, CCS – Practice Co-Founder/Co-Director

 

Heather Currin is a dually Licensed Psychological Associate and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with more than 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults. She has experience conducting a variety of comprehensive psychological, neuropsychological, cognitive, and substance use evaluations. Her experience has allowed her the opportunity to work with clients dealing with a number of issues including drug and alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Heather also provides psycho-educational presentations to the public on substance abuse.

 

 

 

 

 

Jana Wilson, LPA – Practice Co-Founder/Co-Director

Jana Wilson is a Licensed Psychological Associate with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults in various clinical settings, and she is experienced in conducting a multitude of psychological assessments. Her areas of expertise include evaluation for neurocognitive disorders secondary to strokes, traumatic brain injuries and other medical conditions, as well as diagnostic evaluations for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and learning disabilities. She also has extensive experience working with adults and adolescents with various psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ashley Phelps, LPA

Ashley Phelps is a Licensed Psychological Associate with over six years of in-patient mental health treatment experience, practicing as a psychologist since 2013. At the beginning of 2019, she transitioned to outpatient mental health, with a focus in conducting psychological, neuropsychological, and psycho-educational evaluations. Her areas of expertise are in the evaluation of severe persistent mental illness, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and intellectual/learning disabilities. She also has training and experience in behavioral therapies and creating behavior plans. Ashley is an ally of the LGBTQ+ community, and she is gender affirming. She has completed formal training in writing referral letters for Gender Affirming Medical Care, and clients can contact her to discuss this process and schedule an appointment. Ashley is also currently seeing children, teens, and adults (ages 4 and up) at the Apex office for evaluations and testing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hillary Tunstall, LPA

Hillary Tunstall is a licensed psychological associate with experience in the private practice of Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy and assessment in the school system. Her 10 years in the field of ABA and assessment has been dedicated to children ranging in age from toddlerhood to teenage years. Much of this time has been spent working entirely with children with autism. This has allowed her to have particular experience and expertise in the area of assessment of autism and subsequent treatment planning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Michelle Rich, LPA

Michelle Rich is a Licensed Psychological Associate with nearly 10 years of mental health experience in a variety of settings. She obtained her Master’s degree from North Carolina Central University and enjoys providing services to underserved populations. She has extensive experience in completing psychological evaluations with both children and adults. Michelle is currently accepting referrals for psychological evaluations/testing in our Goldsboro and Greensboro locations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Patricia McGaffagan, LPA

Patricia McGaffagan is a licensed psychological associate with 40 years of experience in outpatient, inpatient, academic, forensic, and administrative settings. Her expertise is in the evaluation and treatment of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jamila Perry, LPA

Jamila Perry is a Licensed Psychological Associate with 16 years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings. She has provided psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. She has written and monitored behavior programs for adults with intellectual and developmental delays. She provides psychological assessments for individuals ranging from infants to adults. She specializes in brief solution-focused therapy and providing psychoeducation to groups.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ashley Hosey, LPA

Ashley Hosey is a Licensed Psychological Associate with both inpatient and outpatient mental health experience. In 2022, she transitioned to solo private mental health practice, with a focus of providing therapy to those who struggle with self-worth, big emotions/high sensitivity, binge eating disorder, and trauma. In 2023, she joined the practice to conduct psychological assessments with children, teens, and adults at our Asheville location.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jillian Fitch, LPA

Jillian Fitch is a Licensed Psychological Associate with over 15 years of experience working with diverse populations in various clinical settings including inpatient, residential, and corrections. She has experience conducting a variety of comprehensive psychological assessments with children, adolescents, and adults. Her expertise is in the evaluation and treatment of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. She has experience working with individuals with various psychiatric conditions including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and various personality disorders. She also has training and experience in behavioral therapies and creating behavior/treatment plans. Jillian is currently accepting referrals for psychological evaluations in our Greenville location.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rani Haddock, LPA

Rani Haddock is a Licensed Psychological Associate with experience working in a school setting, as well as in a state-operated developmental center. She has provided services and support to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those with complex behavioral challenges. Rani joined the practice in 2023 and sees children, teens, and adults. She is accepting referrals for psychological evaluations/testing in our Creedmoor and Hillsborough locations.