Dawn Metott, LMHC-D, ACS
Owner, Counselor (in-person and virtual appointments)
Dawn earned her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from SUNY Oswego in 2001 and has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State since 2006. She recently received diagnostic privilege from New York State, allowing her to provide advanced mental health diagnoses and to mentor and supervise other counselors as they work toward this credential.
Specializing in work with adolescents and adults, Dawn offers compassionate, down-to-earth support for individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. With over 20 years of experience, she has helped clients feel understood, build resilience, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and clarity.
In addition to her clinical work, Dawn is a certified Approved Clinical Supervisor, offering guidance and supervision to new counseling professionals as they grow in their careers.
Dawn provides both in-person and virtual sessions in NY and virtually to clients in SC, VT, and FL.
Melinda Fatiga, LMHC-D
Counselor (in-person and virtual appointments)
Meet Melinda, a caring and dedicated licensed mental health counselor in New York State, who specializes in providing compassionate support to children, adolescents, and young adults facing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship conflicts, and trauma. With a Masters in Mental Health Counseling ('18) and a Certification in Advanced Study (CAS) in School Counseling ('18), both earned at SUNY Oswego, Melinda brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice.
Melinda's true passion lies in trauma-informed care, where she is well-versed in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and utilizes a variety of other treatment approaches, carefully tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients. Her commitment to creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment fosters a strong therapeutic alliance, allowing clients to feel heard and valued throughout their journey.
Melinda provides session both in-person and virtual to client in NY and virtually in FL as well.
Kaylee Damm, LMHC
Counselor (virtual only appointments)
Kaylee Damm, LMHC, earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from New York University in 2023. She also completed an advanced certificate in LGBTQ Health, Education, and Social Services, equipping her with specialized training to support diverse communities. Kaylee is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, committed to providing inclusive and compassionate care.
Kaylee's passions for care center around LGBTQ mental health concerns, but she also has a focus in relationship conflicts, sex-related topics, internal family systems, self-esteem issues, anxiety, and depression.
Kaylee is our go-to for COUPLES COUNSELING!
Kaylee works remotely out of New York City, but she provides virtual care to individuals or couples within New York state.
Kayla Hamilton, LMHC
Counselor (virtual only appointments)
Kayla Hamilton, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Cazenovia College in 2023. She has completed internships in both private practice and elementary school settings, gaining experience working with diverse populations across the lifespan.
Kayla's passion in therapy work is centered on anxiety disorders, tween/teen issues, and life transitions. Kayla also enjoys working with individuals experiencing communication and stress management concerns.
Kayla provides virtual care (no in-person availability) to individuals within New York state.
Taylor Lipiarz, MHC-LP
Counselor (virtual only appointments)
Meet Taylor, a provisionally licensed mental health counselor with a master's degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo (2021). Deeply passionate about supporting teens and individuals in their 20s and 30s as they navigate the complexities of anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and elevated stress levels, Taylor's background in primary care mental health brings a unique perspective that integrates both mental and physical well-being into her sessions. Her therapeutic approach is individualized and collaborative, ensuring that each client feels empowered to explore the concerns that matter most to them.
Taylor strives to create a safe, non-judgmental space to uncover the root causes of your challenges and gain a deeper understanding of yourself. Building meaningful relationships with her clients is at the heart of all her sessions. She believes that true healing happens when you feel heard, understood, and supported in your journey. Taylor provides a safe and affirming space for those in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Taylor sees client virtually only to those residing anywhere within New York state.
Kristin Rielly, MCH-LP
Counselor (in-person and virtual appointments)
Kristin Rielly, MHC-LP is a compassionate, person-centered Mental Health Counselor–Limited Permit who works in-person and virtually with children, adolescents, and adults. She provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space for clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ related issues.
Drawing from seven years as a Child Protective Services Caseworker, Kristin has extensive experience supporting children and families affected by trauma, abuse, neglect, and substance use. She has special interests in working with neurodivergent individuals and their families, as well as survivors of cults, religious trauma, and other high-control environments.
Kristin's approach is grounded in Person-Centered therapy and integrates trauma-informed, strengths-based, and solution-focused techniques. She earned her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from SUNY Oswego and also holds a Master of Science in Behavioral Science from Cameron University.
Kristin believes every person has the capacity for growth and is honored to support clients as they work toward healing, resilience, and meaningful change.
Matthew Metott
Office Manager and Intake Coordinator
We are excited to have Matthew as our office manager and intake coordinator. He will be providing administrative support to our practice, updating social media, coordinating contact with new referrals, checking insurance eligibility, maintaining client waitlist, and initial client intake paperwork. Matthew is trained in HIPAA compliance and confidentiality to ensure clients information safety.