Bobby Scott & Associates Professional Counseling
Robert (Bobby) L. Scott,
M.A., L.M.F.T, C.A.A.D.C., D.B.T.-C
Mr. Scott is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a degree in Counseling Psychology. He has extensive experience in treating individuals and families with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, substance abuse, behavioral problems and other mental health issues. Bobby specializes in substance abuse and is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) and Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). He is trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and is a DBT-C (certified) therapist. Mr. Scott is also a licensed minister. Although, he uses a wide ranged of therapy techniques his foundational framework is Christian. Bobby has been in private practice since 1999. Mr. Scott sees clients ages 13 and up.
Paul Marty Forsythe, M.S., LPC
Marty is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing mental health therapy to adolescents and adults. He has expertise in issues of trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and relationship problems. He utilizes many types of therapy, but his cornerstone therapy styles are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Reality Therapy. He is a level II trained EMDR clinician. He uses EMDR therapy to reprocess traumatic memories and enable people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences. He is a member of the ISTSS (International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies). He utilizes DBT to focus on teaching skills to specifically assist individuals in better managing behaviors, emotions, and thoughts. Lastly, he uses Reality Therapy to assist individuals in solving problems, rebuild connections, making better choices, and working toward a better future. He believes that all people have the capacity for immense change and growth. Together, we work to solve problems, confront relationship conflict and address personal concerns. His goal, as a clinician, is to assist you with making life affirming choices that lead to a healthier lifestyle. Mr. Forsythe sees clients ages 13 and up.
Trish Perry, M.A., LMFT
Trish is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She has experience in treating couples, families, and individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal relationship issues, life transitions, Veteran issues, and other mental health concerns. Trish specializes in military families and couples counseling. She is a certified Prepare/Enrich clinician for premarital counseling. Trish utilizes an experiential approach with her clients and has been known to use other models in order to best serve her clients. Trish truly believes that healthy families build healthy communities and is currently finishing her Doctor of Education in marriage and family therapy with an emphasis in community care and counseling. Her goal as a clinician is to help every individual lead a fulfilling and happy life. Trish sees clients aged 13 and up.
Mattison Ellis, LPC
Matt is a person-centered, relationship oriented therapist with training and experience in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Response Protocol-EMT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, CBT, REBT, Emotion Focused Therapy, Schema-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Psycho-dynamic theory, and the practice of Mindfulness and Meditation. He holds a Christian world view that informs and guides everything he does, and offer a biblical, faith-based approach to therapy for all who are interested.
Using this multi-faceted approach he treats anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, trauma/PTSD, abuse, bi-polar disorder, infidelity, couples communication problems, family system dysfunction, etc. He can help you: find healing from emotional wounds in your past, learn how to keep your mind in the present moment, and break free from unhelpful thought patterns and false core beliefs that keep you imprisoned to unwanted and destructive behavior patterns.
The Swiss psychiatrist Dr. Carl Jung, said “Neurosis is always a substitute for legitimate suffering." Matt believes that it is our attempts to cope with pain by consciously, and unconsciously, using unhealthy ways to avoid it that keep us locked in our psychological “prisons" of depression, anxiety, addiction, anger, etc. His goal is to provide a refuge for you where you feel safe to let your guard down, face your fears, and find hope in the darkness through the light of God given truth. Let Matt walk alongside you, and together you can discover the path that leads to hope again. Matt sees clients ages 13 and up.
Welcome to our newest provider...
Ben Piercy, NCC, LPC, LMHC, ICADC
Ben has over 25 years of experience as a clinical practitioner. He is a Nationally Board-Certified Counselor (NCC), and Internationally Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (ICADC). He is fully licensed in the States of Mississippi (LPC) and Florida (LMHC) to diagnose and treat varying mental, emotional, and behavioral health concerns and challenges. He has extensive experience in working with adolescents, adults, couples, parents, and families who may be having trouble coping in today’s complex and demanding world. He offers a strengths-based, empowering perspective through individual and group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that enhances and improves relationships. Ben has a particular interest in guiding individuals toward finding meaning and purpose in their lives.
Welcome to our newest provider...
Ben Piercy, NCC, LPC, LMHC, ICADC
Welcome to our newest provider...
Dr. Barbara Allman, DPC, LPC, NCC
Dr. Barbara Allman, a Licensed Professional Counselor, earned her Doctorate Degree in Professional Counseling from Mississippi College in (May 2021). In (May 2004), she earned a MS degree in Human-Relations with an emphasis in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Oklahoma and in (May 1997) she earned a BS in Criminal Justice with a double minor in Psychology/Sociology, from Tennessee State University.
Dr. Allman, who has nearly 15 years of experience in the mental health field, endeavors to assist individuals, couples, families, and groups with various presenting concerns, i.e., mood disturbances, post traumatic stressors, anxiety, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, adjustment issues, interpersonal relationship conflicts/concerns, and depression. She utilizes an integrative approach to healing with techniques from CBT, DBT, IPT, and Narrative Therapy coupled with various mindfulness strategies. Additionally, Dr. Allman believes it is paramount to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and empathic environment that promotes the idea of acceptance, healing, and restoration. She invites her clients to partner with her as they embark upon a therapeutic journey through the lens of free expression, personal enlightenment, and self-empowerment, regardless of race, color, creed, ethnicity, background, religious affiliations, or lifestyle choices. Dr. Allman is currently accepting new clients who may benefit from receiving psychotherapy/counseling via telehealth from the comforts of their home or a safe place of their choosing.
Ashley Cooper, PMHNP-BC
Ashley has been a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner since 2017. She graduated from the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She has experience treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, and substance abuse. Ashley sees clients ages 13 and up.
Destinee Woods, PMHNP-BC
Destinee is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. She has a wealth of experience working with clients of all ages in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Her journey in the mental health field began at the San Antonio State Hospital in San Antonio, TX. Destinee has a passion for special needs children and their families. She is committed to helping individuals facing mental health challenges reach their full potential through psychiatric evaluation, proper diagnosing, education, and medication management. Destinee sees clients age 6 and up.
Karen Morgan, M.A.
D.B.T Skills Coach, Recovery Coach, Family Coach, Substance Abuse Educator
Karen L. Morgan, MA, LADAC II, MAC, SAP is a Tennessee licensed addictions counselor. She is nationally certified as a Master Addiction Counselor through NAADAC and holds a national certification as a Substance Abuse Professional. She specializes in working with people that struggle with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental healthconditions with an emphasis on trauma. Karen utilizes a multifaceted holistic therapeutic approach to allow her clients to achieve their individualized therapeutic, professional, and personal goals.
Mrs. Morgan possesses more than 30 years of clinical experience working for various local agencies and private practice with adults and families. She has served on a variety of community boards including the Memphis Area Prevention Coalition (MAPC) and the Tennessee Association of Alcohol, Drug and other Addiction Services (TAADAS).
In 2022, Karen rejoined Grace House of Memphis in the role of Clinical Director as a path to the Executive Director position which she assumed in January 2023.
Through instruction and oversight by Bobby Scott, Karen became skilled in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and has presented to many clinical groups about DBT Basics. She completed ARISE Intervention Training with Dr. Judith Landau in the fall of 2016. Karen holds degrees in Counseling, Psychology and Marketing and is in the process of gaining her supervised hours for Clinical Counseling Licensure.
Karen’s primary focus is educating the public about addiction and other mental health conditions to decrease stigma and ensure treatment accessibility.
Jan Brucker, M.S.
D.B.T. and EMDR Trained
Jan claims that her greatest accomplishments are raising two healthy, happy and productive adult children and being married for 38 years! Jan has an extensive background in Behavioral Health and Addiction treatment, both in direct patient care and business development for major behavioral health companies. She has a Master of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Memphis. Previously, Jan has developed clinical programs for treating opiate addicted patients and has been lead Therapist for many Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) groups. Jan has expertise in leading patients through Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills with a focus on guiding patients to enhanced Self-Compassion. She is EMDR trained and has helped patients with treatment of anxiety, addiction, traumatic events and adverse childhood events. Jan actively participates in her church and other charitable organizations, loves to read and cherishes time with family and friends.
Amanda Carson, CRC
D.B.T. Skills Coach, Certified Recovery Coach
Amanda has worked in inpatient mental health and substance abuse program as well as outpatient programs. She is a Certified Recovery Coach. Amanda has taught and coached hundreds of clients on DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) concepts and skills.
