Improving your emotional well-being by providing quality mental health.
Serving all of Grandview, Reynoldsburg, Westerville, and Worthington Ohio!
Meet the Team
Get to Know Us
Heather Moore MSE LPCC
Therapist
Heather is a Licensed Professional Counselor
Heather received her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Dayton in
2018, and her Bachelors degree in Marketing from Urbana University in 2010.
Heather has experience working primarily in community-based settings with children, adolescents and
their families providing individual and family counseling, and crisis prevention/intervention services as
needed. She has also spent time in private practice working with adults of various ages and is
knowledgeable with multiple different emotional and behavioral concerns that include, but are not
limited to, anger, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, self-esteem self-
harm and other related areas.
Heather practices from a person-centered approach and trauma-informed lens that is tailored to each
individual’s needs and goals. Heather utilizes evidenced-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy (CBT), Trauma Informed CBT, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques.
Heather believes in advocating for mental health needs and helping people tap into their own inner
strengths to reach their desired outcomes, whatever that may look like for each person. Heather is
dedicated to providing quality care to every individual she works with and recognizes that the healing
journey or path to self-discovery starts with a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.
Dr Dina L Miller PhD LPCC-S
Dina is a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, with supervisor endorsement (LPCC-S), who has worked with
clients in community mental health or university settings for over 30 years. She received her doctorate degree in 2004
from Ohio University in Counselor Education and Supervision.
Dina completed training at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, in the Gestalt Training Program, Working with Physical
Process, and many other workshop training experiences. She served on the board of the International Association for the Advancement of Gestalt Therapy for 10 years.
Dina has also been trained in EMDR, DBT, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, and Systemic Solutions. She draws on her rich background in working with those who experience mood variability, disordered thinking, the impact of traumatic events, interpersonal conflicts, significant and ongoing difficulty in adjusting, grief, existential angst, anger management problems, identity struggles, and difficulty with diversity issues.
Dina has experience working with adults and some youth who want to explore in a safe space, their patterns of coping and
responding to stress in their life. Dina believes the key part of the therapeutic relationship is a respectful connection with open dialogue, where clients can
feel safe to be both challenged and supported to take risks and grow. She believes we all have value and our strengths can be used as resources for connecting with self and others.
Dina strives to live with authenticity, valuing all parts of the human experience; physically, emotionally, mentally, and
spiritually.
Roy McClelland Jr. MA LPC
Therapist
Roy is a Licensed Professional Counselor
Roy received his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University in 2021, and his Bachelor’s degree in Social Work at The Ohio State University in 2013.
Roy has a demonstrated history in the mental health care industry and over sixteen years of experience working with adults and adolescents in residential as well as community settings.
Prior to entering the counseling field, Roy served as the Director of Women’s Residency Programs at the YWCA where he worked closely with formerly homeless women.
Roy has a client-centered, therapeutic approach with a focus on trauma, coping through challenging life transitions, and building healthy relationships with significant others.
Roy is calm, soft spoken, and loves to build strong relationships that promotes self-care and personal growth. Roy specializes in crisis intervention, anxiety, and depression concerns. Roy is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solutions Focused Therapy.
Mary Beth Chambers-Woods MRC LPC-S
Therapist
Mary Beth is a Licensed Professional Counselor having earned her Master of Rehabilitation and Counseling and her Bachelor of Psychology and Ethnic Studies, both from Bowling Green State University.
She has over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults in private settings, community, residential, school, juvenile justice, foster and adoptive care.
Mary Beth specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, social and relationship issues, coping and problem solving skills, self care and decision making skills as well as other mental health disorders. She uses a client centered therapeutic approach with training in CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1.
Mary Beth believes that it is important to treat the whole person, focus on their needs and support their values and beliefs. This is best accomplished through a strong therapeutic relationship where the person feels safe, heard and understood.
Susan Musto MSW LSW
Therapist
Susan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience. She graduated with her Master’s degree from the Ohio State University in Social Work, and graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Florida State University.
Susan has worked in a variety of settings with children, teens, young adults and adults and families. Susan has worked in the community, residential settings, and schools, as well as our Juvenile Justice System, and private practice since 2020.
Susan has experience working with the following mental health diagnosis and concerns: anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma and complex trauma and stressor related disorders, BPD, abuse and neglect, eating disorders, OCD, Disruptive, Impulse control and conduct disorders, ADHD, and other personality disorders.
Susan has extensive experience in the child welfare system. Susan uses several modalities and is trained in CBT, EMDR, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, play and art therapy techniques, and other modalities.
Susan recognizes the need for a
strong therapeutic relationship, and in fact, most of her clients report that they
feel very comfortable with her after experiencing a negative experience in
counseling. Susan is a faith-based counselor, however, also focuses on traditional counseling. Susan focuses on the care of her clients, and assuring their safety and needs come first.
Caitlin Gault MS LPC
Therapist
Caitlin is a licensed professional counselor.
Caitlin received a B.A in Psychology from “The” Ohio State University and a M.S in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walden University. A quote that she lives by is, “How you think is how you feel and how you feel is how you think.” Our minds and bodies not only affect one another but also affects our health.
Caitlin provides an atmosphere that is not only safe, but also one that supports growth. Life is filled with obstacles, challenges, and hardships. Caitlins approach as a counselor is Client-Centered, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Caitlin wants to offer you the support to realize your own potential and discover new ways of approaching obstacles, challenges, and hardships. Caitlin offers an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and focused approach to explore how your thoughts and behaviors affect outcomes.
Caitlin has experience working with children and adults for individual counseling. Caitlin has experience working with the following mental health diagnosis and concerns: depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, relationship issues, bipolar disorder , grief and Oppositional defiant disorder. Caitlin looks forward to meeting and assisting you in your mental health journey.
Ashley Tatum MSW LSW
Therapist
Ashley is a Licensed Social Worker.
Ashley graduated from Arizona State University with a Master’s in Social Work after completing both her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Bachelor’s in Sociology at Arkansas Tech University.
Ashley has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. She has worked with a variety of individuals including those who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, parenting difficulties, relationship difficulties, anxiety, grief/loss, self-esteem, and depression.
Ashley offers a holistic, creative, and principled approach. She values deep and authentic relationships and communicates in a warm and sensitive manner opening the path to emotional honesty and insight. She is open-minded and wants those who seek therapy to feel valued, connected, and fulfilled in a way that promotes personal growth and empowerment.
Melissa Jackson MSW LSW
Therapist
Melissa is a Licensed Social Worker.
Melissa earned a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Akron and a Master’s degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University.
Melissa has over 20 years of experience in case management and social work. During this time, she has worked as a family Advocate for Head Start, child welfare, an adoptions assessor, and as an assessor for Family Relations Court.
Melissa has experience engaging, mentoring, and counseling children, adolescents, adults, and families during various stages of their life. Including times of crisis, stress, loss/grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, mental health, relationship issues, and life transitions. She provided training for foster/adoptive parents and adolescents transitioning to independent living. For the past three years, she has worked with adults with a dual diagnosis of mental health and developmental disabilities.
Melissa utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy to work with the client to meet their therapeutic goals. Melissa remains calm and understanding, even during the most stressful, difficult circumstances.
Katherine (Katie) Gunter MSE, LPC
Therapist
Katie is a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Katie has 9 years of experience. She graduated from Liberty University with her Bachelor’s degree in Family and Child Development and from Walden University with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with specializations in trauma and forensic counseling.
Her past experience includes providing counseling to elementary school students in the school setting, in home family therapy for adolescents, and group and individual counseling for adults with substance use disorders and mental health disorders. She has clinical experience providing treatment to clients with psychotic disorders, bipolar disorders, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, substance use disorders, PTSD, and crisis intervention. She has treated client concerns such as grief and loss, life transitions, career changes, and those previously incarcerated.
Katie uses a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, IFS, mindfulness, reality therapy, and EMDR. Katie works from a person centered and trauma informed lens.
Katie’s goal is to develop a strong therapeutic relationship in order to create an environment that is non-judgmental, safe and culturally competent for clients to grow and achieve wellness.
Alora Bharmota LPC NBCC
Therapist
Alora is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Board-Certified Counselor.
Alora graduated from Walden University with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in August of 2021 and holds a bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning from The Ohio State University.
Alora has experience working with both young adults and adults. She has worked with a variety of clients including those who have experienced trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety,
depression, grief/loss, life transitions, LGTBQIA+ concerns, self-esteem, managing anger and those who
have experienced a variety of adversity.
Alora provides a client-centered, holistic, and creative approach while supporting your healing journey. She is inclusive and wants those who seek therapy to feel respected, heard, and valued while they attain their personal goals.
Alora applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Evidence-based practices, mindfulness, art therapy techniques, along with other treatment modalities that fit with unique needs of her clients. She offers culturally competent care and works with a trauma informed lens to meet her clients where they are.
Sarah Arnold MA LPC NBCC
Therapist
Sarah is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor.
Sarah received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Theory in Couples and Family Systems Theory from Capella University. Sarah received her Bachelor's of Applied Psychology from Franklin University. Sarah also received an Associate's in Paralegal from The Bradford School.
Sarah has years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in private settings - such as Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and church groups.
Sarah feels that it's important to treat the whole person. Sarah hopes to make her clients feel comfortable during their sessions so that they can have a great counseling experience and feel comfortable working with her.
Sarah knows that there is no single approach that is right for every individual, but she utilizes therapeutic interventions that include mindfulness, gestalt, Adlerian, reality, existential, family, and solution focused.
In Sarah's free time she likes to spend time with her family, play with her dogs, organize, work on DIY projects, reading, listening to music, and binge watching TV.
Grace Armstrong MSW LSW
Therapist
Grace Armstrong is a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from West Virginia University.
Grace has experience working with clients of all ages and backgrounds in community mental health settings. She has worked with clients experiencing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and more.
Grace is nationally certified as a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (TF-CBT) and is also trained in Motivational Interviewing and other modalities. Grace maintains a person-centered, strengths-based approach and strives to build a meaningful therapeutic relationship with each client. She loves hearing client’s stories and working with them to recognize their strengths and achieve their goals.
Grace enjoys traveling and specifically to national parks. Grace also enjoys visiting libraries and indulging in a good mystery!
Mahsa Frison MSW LSW
Therapist
Mahsa is a Licensed Social Worker.
Mahsa received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ohio Wesleyan University, and graduated with her Masters of Social Work from The Ohio State University (GO BUCKS!)
With three years of experience, Mahsa has provided outpatient mental health and substance abuse counseling to adolescents and adults, and provided intensive therapy to at-risk youth in Franklin county in a community-based setting. Her current focus is on adults with wide ranges of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotion regulation.
I am a strong advocate for person-centered and strength-based approaches. Areas of evidenced-based and evidence-informed practices I use include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness.
Mahsa is unique, uplifting, and firm in establishing the well-being of the self through empowerment and advocacy. With the achievement of creating a strong therapeutic relationship, Mahsa helps clients feel safe and acknowledged.
Sara Lear MSW LSW
Therapist
Sara has been a Licensed Social Worker since 2016. Sara received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Wright State University in 2016 and Master’s Degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University in 2020.
Since becoming a Licensed Social Worker, Sara has had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings. Sara started her social work career with North Central Mental Health as an outpatient therapist primarily working with adults. She also has worked at I Am Boundless Inc. as a community based therapist working with children, adolescents and adults. Most recently, Sara has been working as an inpatient therapist at River Vista Behavioral Health working with both adult and geriatric patients.
Sara has experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and grief/loss, etc.
Sara utilizes a client centered and strength based approach. Sara utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness. When working with individuals,
Sara values a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a non-judgmental and empathetic environment.
When not working, Sara enjoys spending time with her two dogs and watching cooking shows on TV.
Alivia Johnson CT
COUNSELOR TRAINEE
Alivia received her B.A. in Psychology from Kent State University and is currently pursuing her M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Ohio University. She is currently completing her internship at After the Storm Counseling under the direct supervision of Dr. Cindy Herzberg (LPCC-S).
Alivia believes in client-centered, trauma-informed, and strong therapeutic rapport with every client she sees. She believes that the client is the professional when it comes to their experiences and that she serves as a supportive guide that can help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
She is exploring an eclectic approach to therapy, incorporating modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivation Interviewing, mindfulness, and more as she navigates her academic and professional career. Alivia is very flexible and adapts to the needs of each client if one method does or is not working. She believes that there is no “one size fits all” approach to therapy.
Alivia has been working with children, adolescents, and adults and takes special interest in anxiety, mood, neurodevelopmental, and trauma-related disorders. She enjoys incorporating laughter, a comfortable atmosphere, and alternative methods (such as board games or art) to a “typical” talk-therapy session when appropriate.
Shannon Gaines
Administrative Assistant
Shannon is delighted to be an Administrative Assistant for such an amazing team of individuals at After the Storm Counseling. Shannon has a degree in Criminal Justice but her passion is in the mental health field and helping others. She has worked with mental & behavioral health, reentry and homeless populations over the years.
Shannon knows things can be challenging and scary at times but with the right support, motivation and experience she is eager to assist you in connecting with the right therapist to grow and thrive on your journey to becoming the best you, you can be!
When the time is right for you to make that first call to begin services, Shannon will be on the other end of the line to help ease your mind and connect you with one of our benevolent therapists. Whenever YOU are comfortable and ready, Shannon is just a phone call away!
Dr. Cindy Herzberg MBA MSE Ed.D LPCC-S
Owner/CEO/Therapist
Cindy is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Supervisor
She has been working in the mental health profession for over 20 years, providing individual, couples, family, and group counseling services.
She earned her Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from Argosy University in Nashville Tennessee, her Masters of Counseling at the University of Dayton, and her Bachelors of Social Work at Capital University.
Cindy has experience with adults, adolescents and children in both community and residential placements. Cindy specializes in trauma, grief and loss, communication and relationship issues, a wide variety of mental health disorders including but not limited to substance use, Dissociative Disorders, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Anxiety as well as many other emotional and behavioral health concerns.
Cindy recognizes the need for a strong therapeutic relationship. Cindy uses humor (when appropriate) in session and has a relaxed personality.
Cindy is also the owner and CEO of After the Storm Counseling LLC. Cindy recognizes that we often face difficult challenges and it is often not until the waters calm that we may need assistance to navigate. The time after the storm can be an hour to more than multiple years.
Alisha Fleming MA LPCC-S
Clinical Supervisor and Therapist
Alisha is an LGBTQ+ identifying and affirming counselor and clinical supervisor with a passion for neurodivergence, who has worked in the field for 12 years in community based counseling, foster care, and group private practice, as well as crisis counseling.
Alisha's educational background include Central Christian College and Cincinnati Bible Seminary with an undergrad degree in the Bible with emphasis in Christian Counseling, and a Master's of Arts in Counseling, as she was preparing for a lifetime in ministry.
Ultimately counseling became the vehicle for her to embrace authenticity- and the mission changed to being and teaching others how to embrace their most authentic selves and build and lead wholehearted lives.
Alisha incorporates an eclectic approach to therapy, incorporating person centered, solution focused, and trauma informed methods, she is open to incorporating spirituality into sessions and paints with a variety of creative and spiritual brushes.
Angela Hackney MSW LISW
Therapist
Angela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Angela has 4 years experience as a social worker. She loves to be creative; offering art, music, and play to help each client express themselves best!
Angela has worked in a variety of settings with both adults and children. Angela has worked in the community and hospital settings as well as working in public schools. She pushes herself every day to be as friendly and inviting as possible.
Angela graduated from the Ohio State University with a Masters in Social Work. Angela completed her Bachelor's in Broadcasting Communications from Otterbein.
She has experience working in hospitals and local schools with adults, families, couples, and children. Before this, Angela served in the United States Military and managed a restaurant prior to her social work career.
Angela uses a variety of therapeutic techniques such as cognitive processing therapy, TF-CBT for trauma, Solution-Focused therapy and CBT/DBT for other conditions (anxiety/depression/grief).
Danielle Mumpton MS LPCC
Therapist
Danielle is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She received her Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling at the State University of New York at Oswego.
Danielle has been in the field of counseling since 2015, and has experience in community based mental health as well as private practice. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Her focus as a counselor is play therapy, the treatment of mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, relationships, body image, parenting, personality disorders and more. She is versed in the technique of client-centered therapy, as well as other counseling methods, and uses an eclectic approach to treatment.
Danielle believes that the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of counseling, and that authenticity strengthens the client-clinician dynamic. She believes that through this relationship the client can build safety and trust as well as practice utilizing their voice, setting boundaries and learning how to care for self. Danielle sees these aspects as essential to mental wellness, and the journey of healing. Danielle invites you to go on this journey, together, to process past hurts, tackle current obstacles, and build the skills to a lighter future
