Aaron has been in the IT world since 2006 but has been into the tech his whole life.  He strives to incorporate the IT culture into the Verve culture.  While he hasn't been able to find room for a ping pong table and no one has time for video games, he's still trying.

Alaunyse is a down to earth, healthcare professional and passionate woman who is dedicated to creating a positive experience for anyone she comes in contact with. She has a few years of experience in healthcare administration, patient access, and medical records. She has a strong passion for helping others, believes in creating a successful environment in the clinic, and always lights up the rooms she steps in. Alaunyse is also an Autism boy mom who advocates for Autistic children and their families. She is looking to become familiar with the mental health/psychology field and potentially pursue a psychology degree. She is also open to learning and growing professionally in other departments so she can gain professional development and shine bright. In her free time, Alaunyse loves to spend time with her son, go out to eat, listen to music, sing and watch her favorite movies and shows.

Alesha works with you to meet the goals that you have to improve your mental health. She provides
medication management to adults 19 and older. She has experience in treating mood disorders, anxiety,
PTSD, and ADHD.

Everyone has experienced challenges in their lives, and at times, need help navigating and understanding their trauma.

Each time you have an appointment with Alex, she hopes to give you a sense of hope for healing and newfound ways of thinking, behaving, and being.

Amber is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who firmly believes that mental health is just as crucial as physical health, recognizing that nurturing our minds is vital for overall well-being. She has provided supportive, non-judgmental, and therapeutic mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults in inpatient settings as a nurse for many years. Her experience has enhanced her cultural competence, proficiency in crisis management, and her ability to educate and encourage patients effectively.

Annie specializes in anxiety, depression, emotional disturbances and more. She is now accepting clients 10 and older who are interested in learning how to better understand and help themselves through life's challenges.

Anya loves helping people find themselves and the life that they want to live. She believes that everyone has the power within themselves to change, grow, and improve—if they just have a safe space to do so. That's why she works collaboratively with her clients (and their families) to create a trusting environment where we can nurture personal growth together.

Brandon earned both his Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) and Master’s in Nursing (MSN). He is Board Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, specializing in medication management. Brandon provides care for patients of all ages, bringing a wealth of knowledge and compassion to his practice. Passionate about health, Brandon is dedicated to helping people adopt healthy habits, including improvements in diet, exercise, and sleep. He also offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, as well as weight loss, to address all facets of life for comprehensive well-being. Brandon is actively fighting to decrease the stigma attached to mental health, promoting a more understanding and supportive approach to mental well-being.

CJ is a mental health practitioner currently specializing in work with the LGBTQ+ community at Omaha ForUs Community Center.

“You are a human being; you are not a diagnosis” Cari believes that each person deserves to find a provider who will truly listen to their story in order to achieve the best treatment and recovery possible. If you are looking for a holistic provider who will listen to your story and consider your entire symptom profile, Cari may be the perfect fit for you. Together, we can develop a treatment plan to improve your mental health and wellness.

Carleigh is a passionate and driven individual dedicated to making a positive impact in her community. With a background in Caregiving, Carleigh combines creativity and analytical thinking to tackle challenges and inspire others. She believes in the power of collaboration and thrives in environments that foster teamwork and innovation. In her free time, Carleigh enjoys reading and journaling, which fuels her creativity and keeps her balanced. Always eager to learn and grow, she is committed to personal and professional development, aiming to leave a lasting legacy wherever she goes.

Gina is child and adolescent psychiatrist with over twenty years of experience. She is happy to be serving patients and their families in the greater Omaha area.

If you’re ready to dig deep, challenge old patterns, and create meaningful change, I’m here to support you. I believe all emotions—including the heavy ones—are part of being fully human.

Heidi grew up in a small fishing village in Alaska before moving to Nebraska in 1992. In her spare time, she enjoys gardening, ghost hunting, collecting antique jewelry, going to concerts and festivals all over the country, and spending time outdoors with her family. She has been married for 33 years and has an adult son who is on the autism spectrum. She specializes in project and time management. She understands that in today's age, personal touches are a necessity and time is precious.

I have spent years caring for those who are experiencing mental health crises. I have a deep understanding of how living with a mental health condition can affect your life and have dedicated my life to helping clients improve their overall well-being and reach their full potential.

The most important relationship you’ll ever have starts with the relationship you have with yourself. After all, we spend e-v-e-r-y moment with ourselves. An Omaha transplant from Pittsburgh, PA, Hope has made significant strides in the field of mental health. She holds a post-graduate degree in Behavioral Science and a graduate degree in Clinical Counseling, both from Bellevue University.

Dually licensed as a Clinical Mental Health Therapist and a Drug and Alcohol Counselor, she is dedicated to her life’s assignment, which includes a strong passion for mental health care. Her approach is intentional, with a strong commitment to education and advocacy.

Hope emphasizes that mental health is not who a person is but rather what she is experiencing, and she is dedicated to helping individuals separate their identity from their challenges. Specializing in severe persistent mental illness, she prefers working with adults aged 19 and over.

Her approach is deeply rooted in helping adults acknowledge and heal the pain their inner child never got to express. She assists patients in exploring their feelings, behaviors, and perspectives, guiding them toward self-discovery and healing.

If you are an adult seeking to understand why you feel the way you do, why you act the way you act, and why you perceive the world as you do, Hope is here to help you navigate that journey.
If someone is ready to begin this journey, Hope will walk with them. After all, we spend every moment with ourselves.

You are the architect of your own life. Jackie partners with you to ensure you have a solid foundation to build on.

With nearly a decade in healthcare, Jackie has dedicated her career to helping people feel their best. She is a firm believer that mental health is a complex balance of physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. She empowers you to start today on a new journey, regardless of where you are beginning. Jackie enjoys getting to know people and prioritizes their values, preferences, and needs in creating a comprehensive care plan.

After graduating in 2021 with a business degree, Jake embarked on a journey in the healthcare industry. He has found a passion for helping healthcare entities in their pursuit of caring for their patients. As a father of two little girls and husband to a beautiful wife, Jake has come to understand the importance of compassion, care, and dedication at home and in his work. Beyond his professional life, Jake loves all things sports – from the turf to the court, Jake finds enjoyment in playing the game and watching his favorite teams.

Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we will ever do. - Brene Brown Jen is here to help you navigate the changes and challenges of life through guidance, education, motivation, unconditional support and empathy. She believes in the strength, goodness, capability and resilience of those who seek therapy. Jen’s approach in therapy is to work from a client-centered, strength based and mind/body/spirit perspective. Jen received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from University of Nebraska at Omaha. She is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner specializing in the areas of trauma, grief, life transitions, LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, depression, relationships and personal growth.

Jessica is a first time mom, who graduated with her bachelors in general studies. Jessica loves to spend time with her family, read, paint and most of all coffee!

Julie grew up primarily in the Pacific Northwest and moved to Omaha to attend Creighton University and because of numerous opportunities, she now calls Omaha home. Professionally, Julie has worked in acute care for over a decade. Those years have helped her shape her definition of holistic care and the impact it can have on physical and mental patient outcomes. Academically, she is a proud graduate of Creighton University where she received her bachelor’s, master's, and doctorate degrees. That training helped to reinforce her holistic approach by translating evidence-based practice and alternative medicine into plans of care that can maximize patient outcomes.

With over two decades of experience in customer service, I have cultivated a strong proficiency in effectively assisting and engaging with patients both telephonically and in face-to-face interactions. My approach is grounded in a commitment to treating every patient with the utmost respect and empathy, mirroring the golden rule of treating others as I would wish to be treated myself. Beyond my professional endeavors, I find enjoyment in participating in the sport of volleyball and relish quality moments spent alongside my cherished family and friends.

Our deepest longing is to be known, explored, discovered, and touched. But often we live alone and thirsty in the wilderness. Relationships with families, friends, co-workers, and our community may be filled with trauma, anxiety, betrayal, pain, or ongoing stress. We may be in a state of brokenness, completely shut down, filled with anger, wrestling with grief, or stuck in a meaningless life. Strategies that once managed life may be working against the relief hoped for. Efforts to protect ourselves keep relationships from being authentic and close. As a result, there is a deep thirst in our soul that nothing seems to satisfy.

Kristi is one of the founding partners of Verve Collaborative Health. She is experienced in many areas, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, and peripartum concerns.

Kristi’s passion is functional medicine/psychiatry and strives to provide care to the entire person, collaborating with a variety of providers to offer the best service and to help you find the best version of yourself.

Kristina has a masters of social work from university of Nebraska and have many years' experiences in the field. Kristina has worked in in-patient and out- patient setting, helping people managing symptoms of depression, anxiety and other mental health.

Much of Kristina's experience has been working with people who are recovering from domestic violence, and narcissistic abuse. Kristina works with individuals in a client-centered, trauma focused approach to help people explore their inner workings to help create the life they are envisioning. Kristina is trained in EMDR, and can help process past or present trauma to assist in healing and remove barriers that keeps you stuck.

Finding the right Therapist for yourself or a family member can be a stressful process. Liz hopes to make it easier for you. She strives to create a safe space for each client, where they can be authentic, while working through the challenges they face.

Lydia is a family-oriented person with a strong passion for mental health wellness. She strives to always put her best foot forward and greet everyone with a smile! A big goal for Lydia is to continue her education and work towards becoming a licensed mental health professional. In her free time, she enjoys to crochet, spend time with her family and friends, and experience the great outdoors.

Margaret is passionate about caring for patients with severe mental illnesses across the lifespan (from ages 5 to 80), anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, personality disorders, and substance use disorders. Her primary role is medication management and helping patients live healthy lives knowing that they can live with mental illness, not in mental illness.

“I think it’s really important to take the stigma away from mental health…My brain and my heart are really important to me. I don’t know why I would not seek help to have those things be as healthy as my teeth.”

-Kerry Washington from the Huffington Post.

Marisha enjoys helping people...period. She is credentialed for all ages from very young to the elderly and has worked with all ages. For patients that do need medication, she uses a conservative approach and monitors them closely until stable. Her medication management patients do get some therapy in their follow-up sessions because this assists her in evaluating the effectiveness of the medication. If she is not able to help a patient, she'll try to find someone else who is a better fit for them. She believes in a community approach for patients, it does take us all working together!

Marisha enjoys helping people...period. She is credentialed for all ages from very young to the elderly and has worked with all ages. For patients that do need medication, she uses a conservative approach and monitors them closely until stable. Her medication management patients do get some therapy in their follow-up sessions because this assists her in evaluating the effectiveness of the medication. If she is not able to help a patient, she'll try to find someone else who is a better fit for them. She believes in a community approach for patients, it does take us all working together!

Mary L. Dishman is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). With over three decades in nursing, mental health, and education, she serves as the Director of Undergraduate Nursing at Clarkson College in Omaha, Nebraska. Mary holds a Post Certificate in Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, an MSN, and a BSN from Clarkson College, a Master of Arts in Counseling, and an RN Diploma in Nursing. She has extensive clinical experience, including roles in post-op recovery, cardiovascular ICU, and behavioral health settings. Since 2006, Mary has been a dedicated educator at Clarkson College, teaching critical care, medical-surgical, abnormal assessment, and behavioral health. She also provides care for clients with mental health disorders in her private practice. Her professional affiliations include the Nebraska Assembly of Nebraska Deans and Directors (NANDD), National League of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau, and the American Counseling Association. She has held leadership positions such as President of the Nebraska League of Nursing and Governance Chair of Sigma Theta Tau Omicron Epsilon Chapter. Mary has received numerous awards, including the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty. Her commitment to professional development is reflected in her participation in various continuing education programs and conferences. Mary Dishman's extensive experience and dedication make her a significant contributor to nursing and mental health care.

Mayriah is a dedicated healthcare professional with over a decade of experience in the healthcare field. As a proud mother of three, she balances her family life with her passion for helping others.

Megan is a dedicated healthcare professional who has been making a difference in the lives of others since 2017. With a compassionate heart and a commitment to providing exceptional care, she has built a reputation as a reliable and skilled certified nursing assistant. Outside of her work, Megan is a devoted cat lover. In her free time, she takes care of her plants and enjoys nature.

Megan is a dedicated healthcare professional who has been making a difference in the lives of others since 2017. With a compassionate heart and a commitment to providing exceptional care, she has built a reputation as a reliable and skilled certified nursing assistant. Outside of her work, Megan is a devoted cat lover. In her free time, she takes care of her plants and enjoys nature.

“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.” -Brene Brown

As a therapist, Megan believes everyone deserves the chance to improve our mental health and develop into the best version of ourselves. Life challenges everyone with physical and mental obstacles, but she will help you break those down and overcome them as we enter this therapeutic journey together.

Melissa has a variety of nursing and life experience that she brings to her role as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She worked as an adult oncology nurse for 5 years and appreciates the unique experiences she had while working with patients with chronic illnesses and near death.

Melissa has spent the last 10 years working with teenagers as a school nurse and has won state and regional awards for her nursing care of adolescents. She earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Creighton University.

She also earned two bachelors degrees in nursing and in health science, with an emphasis in community health. Her doctoral work focused on adolescent anxiety and the importance of adolescent mental health. Melissa finds joy in being with her family, the outdoors, visiting the beach and mountains, playing the piano, and crafting.

Mikaela has started pursuing her career in mental health by coming to Verve to experience the in-office aspect of counseling and mental health. She graduated in 2020 with her Bachelor's in Psychology and is currently attending UNO to obtain her Master's in School Counseling and is expected to graduate in 2025. She plans to even further her education by receiving her LPC license to practice outside of schools. Outside of work and school she loves to go to the movies, take care of her cats, and spend time with her family and friends.

Hi, my name is Morgan, I grew up in Omaha. I graduated from Mount Marty University with a bachelor's degree in human services. I am passionate about helping individuals. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults in the system and individuals who were unhoused experiencing serious mental illness. I enjoy art, new experiences, and hanging out with friends and family. My favorite quote is, "Train your mind to see the good in everything. Positivity is a choice. The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts."

Taking the first step to start therapy can be overwhelming. Paige strives to help her clients feel
understood and comfortable by creating a therapy environment where clients can feel
empowered to make positive changes in their personal lives. Paige believes that healing is
possible, even after the most difficult experiences. The important thing for her clients to know
is that they do not have to do it alone.

(Rebecca) Dawn Slominski is a nurse practitioner with a doctorate degree specializing in behavioral/mental health treatment. She has more than 3 years of experience as a nurse practitioner, 25+ years in the nursing field. Dawn believes in providing individualized treatment plans based on the unique circumstances of each client. She does this by treating each individual with respect, kindness, and compassion. Dawn believes people have innate healing abilities, clients are people not illnesses, recovery involves addressing causes not just symptoms, and healing takes a collaborative approach. She seeks to empower individuals and families through intervention, treatment, education, support, and advocacy. In doing this an individual’s balance and quality of life can be improved.

Riley is a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) who graduated with her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She has experience working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, and stress.
She believes that all people are capable of over coming the difficulties of life and provides a safe and non-judgmental space for people to work through these difficulties. Problem solving and compassion are some of Riley’s specialties. Her practice utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.

Rojay Passley is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and currently holds a Master of Science in Nursing degree. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of the West Indies School of Nursing, in Jamaica. He has experience caring with patients on Medical Unit, Critical Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Mental Health.

As a therapist, Sara believes that every person has their own unique perspectives and experiences. With that, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Sara believes that everyone could benefit from someone lending a hand to help conquer the human experience. Sara has experience working with adolescents/teens and families, individuals recovering from substance abuse or with past complex trauma.

Having good mental health can be challenging at times. I would like to help you be the best version of yourself. Sometimes it can take more than what we can do for ourselves, but as long as we are willing, we can overcome many challenges life has in store for us.

Sheena is a healthcare administrator and manager with extensive experience in leading and coordinating various healthcare programs and projects. She has a strong background in revenue cycle management, policy and procedure creation, provider relations, credentialing, contracting, grant writing, EHR implementation and regulation, HIPAA compliance, and community outreach. She recently graduated with her Bachelors of Healthcare Administration from Southern New Hampshire University, where she has been on the honor roll and the president’s list.

She is also a CPR instructor, a member of the Uinta County Suicide Task Force, and the National Society of Leadership and Success. She is passionate about achieving the quadruple aim and contributing to the mission, vision and values of an organization that looks to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services.

Taty is a mother of 4, who enjoys singing, dancing and spending time with her family and dog. She is a graduate of Central High School Class of 2012 and also a Hairstylist. Dreams of traveling the world as much as possible. Loves comedy and brings the energy whenever and wherever she is.

Troyia dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing compassionate, empathetic, and professional care. With over 14 years of nursing experience and more than 4 years as a nurse practitioner, her extensive background allows her to support patients with a deep understanding of their mental health needs, ensuring a thoughtful and personalized approach to treatment.