Yujia Lei, PhD, CGP

Yujia Lei, PhD, CGP

Staff Psychologist

Dr. Yujia Lei (雷雨佳, (she/her/她) received her bachelor’s degree in social work and master’s degree in counseling psychology from the Beijing Institute of Technology, China. She received her doctorate in counseling psychology from the University of Kansas, followed by an internship and post-doctoral fellowship at the Center for Counseling and Student Development at the University […]

Laura Holt, PhD

Laura Holt, PhD

Staff Psychologist

Dr. Laura Holt completed her doctorate in Counseling Psychology at Indiana University and received her masters degree from the University of Memphis. She has worked in college counseling centers at IU, Ivy Tech Community College, Virginia Tech, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, and University of Missouri-St. Louis. Her research and clinical interests include gender, sexuality, and […]

Luke Evans, PhD

Luke Evans, PhD

Staff Psychologist

Dr. Evans graduated magna cum laude from Miami University (Ohio) with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a co-major in neuroscience. He received his master’s and doctoral degrees in clinical psychology from Saint Louis University (SLU). While attending SLU, Dr. Evans was trained in individual therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessment across a variety of […]

Nina Chastain, MSW, LCSW

Nina Chastain, MSW, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Nina Chastain (she/her) is a licensed clinical social worker trained in a variety of evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. Her clients receive a customized approach based upon their unique goals and needs. Nina brings an attitude of non-judgment, gentle challenge, and a sense of humor.  In her […]

Jeffrey Best, MSW, LCSW

Jeffrey Best, MSW, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Jeffrey Best (he/him) earned his master’s degree in social work from Saint Louis University. Jeffrey has over 15 years of experience working in residential and community mental health. He has been a licensed clinical social worker since 2011. His approach to therapy is being strength-based and providing support as a collaborator. Jeffrey has experience supporting […]

Jessica Anderson, MA, LPC

Jessica Anderson, MA, LPC

Urgent Care Counselor

Jessica Anderson, MA, LPC, (she/her) is a dedicated urgent care counselor with passion for helping individuals navigate challenging situations. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in family studies from Southeast Missouri State University and completed her master’s degree in professional counseling at Lindenwood University. With over ten years of practical experience, […]

Cristie Cunningham, PhD

Cristie Cunningham, PhD

Associate Director

Dr. Cunningham (she/her) earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She has a Master’s degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Mizzou. She completed her doctorate in Counseling Psychology from the University of Memphis and her doctoral internship […]

Brad Kinnear, MA, LPC

Brad Kinnear, MA, LPC

Associate Director

Mr. Kinnear earned his Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Truman State University, and his Master’s degree in Counseling and Family Therapy from Saint Louis University. He spent over 10 years working in community mental health in a variety of roles including as a case manager, the community support program manager, a therapist, and most recently […]