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Meet Dr. Kwame Frimpong, MD

Psychiatrist | Addiction Specialist | Physician Leader

With over a decade of medical experience, I bring a uniquely broad and deep understanding of both mental and physical health.

• Trained in Ghana across multiple specialties including surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, and women’s health
• Psychiatry Residency at Harlem Hospital Center (affiliated with Columbia University, New York City)
• Chief Resident, leading clinical teams and mentoring physicians
• Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (top program in Texas)
• Current Addiction Director at John Peter Smith (JPS) Hospital in Fort Worth

I work at the frontlines of psychiatry and addiction care—treating complex cases daily, teaching physicians, and delivering results-driven, compassionate care.

Patients describe me as calm, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in their success.

Being in this helping profession for 30 years and 20 years within therapy, my approach is based on an individual's needs. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have worked in almost every therapeutic arena. From outpatient, inpatient, individual, group to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, I gained experience in multiple avenues. I predominately specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy but also allow for a mutual approach to achieve your goals and needs within this therapeutic process. We will work together for success.

I believe that healing begins with feeling genuinely seen, heard, and understood. My own life experiences taught me the power of having someone who continues to show up with compassion, hope, and encouragement—even during life's most difficult moments. That experience inspired me to become a social worker and therapist, and it continues to shape how I care for every client I work with.

I have over 12 years of experience in mental health and social services and have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for the past three years, after practicing as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) for five years. Throughout my career, I've worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and individuals experiencing severe mental illness, trauma, homelessness, foster care involvement, school-related challenges, and major life transitions. My background includes school social work, crisis intervention, rehabilitation counseling, psychotherapy, case management, and program development, giving me a well-rounded understanding of the many factors that impact mental health.

I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, self-esteem, relationship concerns, family conflict, life transitions, stress, grief, trauma, communication difficulties, compassion fatigue, motivation, and coping with change. Whether you're facing a specific challenge or simply feeling overwhelmed, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can better understand yourself, build practical skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role isn't to tell you what to do—it's to walk alongside you, helping you recognize your strengths, overcome obstacles, and build the life you want with confidence and resilience.

I specialize in helping adults navigate challenges related to depression, anxiety, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques to support clients in building coping skills, emotional balance, and self-awareness. I am known for my empathetic nature, active listening skills, and patient approach, creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can feel heard and understood. I believe in meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively toward meaningful and lasting change. To accommodate busy schedules, I offer flexible appointment times, including evenings and weekends.

Elizabeth Smith offers counseling to help support you as you navigate life’s obstacles. She specializes in working with individuals of various ages, from 5 to 65 and older. Are you seeking ways to manage life’s transitions or heal from past trauma? She can help by aligning your thoughts, beliefs, and actions to empower you to overcome challenges.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adults. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing with a psychiatric specialty from Chamberlain University, graduating Cum Laude and earning induction into the Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society. I am currently pursuing my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a focus in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, further advancing my clinical expertise and commitment to providing high-quality mental health care. I specialize in treating conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, and substance use disorders. My approach is personalized and collaborative, combining medication management, brief supportive therapy, lifestyle strategies, and patient education to help clients achieve their mental health goals.

Greetings! I am from a Criminal Justice followed by a School Counselor Background. When we meet, I will explain how I became a Licensed Professional Counselor. I love it here, I believe mental health is utmost important in contributing to our happy place in life, and I am looking forward to meeting you!

Hey there! My name is Zach Meyer, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. At my heart, I'm passionate about serving others, and that is exactly why I'm here. I believe that intentional, trusting relationships are foundational in our growth and healing. For nearly five years, I've had the privilege of partnering with adolescents and their families to build those relationships that foster growth and healing while navigating challenges with anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, and life transitions.

I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered mental health care in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.

I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. My approach combines evidence-based medication management, education, and collaborative care to support lasting mental wellness.

I work with adults and adolescents and offer convenient telehealth services to improve access to care. My goal is to help clients develop healthier coping strategies and achieve improved emotional well-being.

Hi, I'm Jael. I support clients working through anxiety, stress, life transitions, and personal growth, as well as family issues, identity, ADHD, and anger management. I am passionate about helping people feel heard, supported, and empowered. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders.

Ikra Ashrafi, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over eight years of experience in mental health care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nova Southeastern University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Drexel University.

Hi, I’m Nancy Cortez, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I earned my M.Ed. in Counseling and Guidance from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and have been passionate about helping people grow and heal ever since. I’m excited to be here and look forward to working together in a space that feels safe, supportive, and encouraging. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered every step of the way.

With over 30 years in healthcare and a Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, I’ve spent the past 7 years offering therapy to a diverse range of clients. I focus on CBT and geriatric therapy, provide talk therapy, and support individuals through the grieving process. I work with those dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss.