THE CBT DIFFERENCE
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the gold standard of treatment in the world and generates outcomes in psychotherapy that are unprecedented. CBT has the capacity to change your life in ways that we want to be your reality. Our clinical staff consist of certified cognitive therapist and certified trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapies with extensive experience in treating a broad spectrum of issues. We want to collaborate with you in your treatment and provide structure, while also remaining flexible. Our goal is for patients to learn and implement skills that would allow themselves to eventually act as their own therapist so that therapy is no longer needed once these skills are attained.
MEET OUR CLINICAL STAFF
Kati Wells
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializing in Generalized Anxiety, Phobias, OCD, Intrusive Thoughts, Social Anxiety, Illness Anxiety, Law Enforcement, Panic Disorder, Perfectionism, Acute Stress
Stephanie Steele-Wren
Licensed Psychologist
Specializing in Diagnostic Testing, ADHD/ADD Testing, Autism Spectrum Testing
Katherine Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializing in Pre/Post-Divorce, Relationship Counseling, Postpartum Anxiety/Depression, Work Conflict, Increasing Self-Confidence, Breast Cancer Support, Co-Parenting, ADHD & Anxiety
Braeghtyn McAleese
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializing in Trauma (TF-CBT & CPT), Abuse Survivors, Domestic Violence, Grief and Loss, Borderline Personality Disorder, Groups for Teen Girls
Chris Leshinski
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializing in First Responders & Law Enforcement, DBT, Personality Disorders, Student Athletes, Men’s Issues, ADHD, Adolescents (16+), Gottman Method For Couples
Jacquelyn Fras
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Specializing in Autism for Adults, ADHD for Adults, Issues Impacting Women (Domestic Violence, Divorce, Parenting, and Trauma), Anxiety and Depression, Adolescents
Emily Barnes
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, adolescent issues, Life adjustments, Early Adult Issues, Grief and Loss, Family Therapy
Melissa Rambadt
Licensed Associate Counselor
Specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADHD, Life Transition, Decision Making, Self Esteem Building, DBT
Travis Robinson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Specializing in Trauma, Veterans & First Responders, Career Counseling, Burnout, Anxiety & Depression, Anger Management, Chronic Pain, CBT for Insomnia
Katheryne Riffle
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializing in Registered Art Therapist, Trauma/PTSD, ADHD and Autism, Anxiety & Depression, Life Transitions
John Sevier
Licensed Professional Counselor
Specializing in Substance Use, Career Counseling, Men’s Issues, Religious Transitions & Deconstruction, Grief, Family Therapy, LGBTQIA+, Helping Professions , Life Transitions
Chani Blakenship
Graduate Intern
Specializing in Anxiety & Depression, Postpartum & Prenatal, Trauma, DBT, and Life adjustments
Education:
- Springfield College
- Doctorate in Counseling, 2019
- Master of Science, Mental Health Counseling
- Williams College
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology 2011
Specializations:
- Diagnostic Testing, ADHD/ADD Testing, Autism Spectrum Testing
Location: Bentonville
Stephanie Steele-Wren
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Steele-Wren is a graduate of Springfield College in Springfield, Massetucetts, with a doctorate in Counseling Psychology. She is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Arkansas. In addition to her extensive education, Dr. Steele-Wren has 10 years of clinical experience in various settings. Dr. Steele-Wren believes the patient is the expert in their own experience and collaborates with them to bring empirically based testing and intervention to produce clarity and change in her patients’ lives. Dr. Steele-Wren boasts a national certification in anger management and completed her dissertation on women’s mental health during chronic illness.
Dr. Steele-Wren provides psychological testing for ADHD, diagnostic clarity, court evaluation, and academic IQ testing, to name a few. She is an LGBTQ+ affirming provider, as well as an advocate for individuals that identify as LGBTQ+. Dr. Steele-Wren is most effective in understanding challenges facing this population primarily due to her personal experience as a member of the community. Other specialty areas of Dr. Steele-Wren include anxiety, depression, chronic illness, grief, stress and women’s issues. In her free time, Dr. Steele-Wren enjoys weight lifting, the great outdoors of the Natural State, cooking, painting and photography. She is also passionate about travel, spending time with her two dogs, friends and family.
Get The Help You Need
We have offices in Fayetteville and Bentonville with the option of virtual therapy.
OUR ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Danielle Leija
Administrative Assistant
Danielle assists with scheduling and rescheduling appointments, answers questions, manages phone calls, and helps guide new clients through the process of becoming established patients. She holds an Associate’s degree in Medical Assisting and an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Development, and she is also CPR and First Aid certified. Originally from Arizona, Danielle moved here five years ago and loves being closer to her family. Outside of work, she has a special passion for Highland cows.
Nicole McElhaney
Community Liaison
Nicole is the Community Liaison here at Kati Wells Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Nicole’s primary role assists with patient coordination, social media, and day to day operations and tasks. Nicole is a world traveler, an avid church member, and an incredible alto singer. She has an infectious laugh and truly changes the lives of her students and others that she comes to know.
Holly Skinner
Insurance & Billing Management
Holly Skinner is our clinic insurance and billing specialist. She has worked in both the hospital and clinic settings, with roles varying from patient education to clinic management and quality improvement. For questions related to insurance, billing, or your account, you may reach out to Holly directly at holly@kwcbt.com.
Brittnie Simon
Marketing Specialist
Brittnie is the founder and creative strategist at Collab Design Co. Her company manages and coordinates all of Kati Wells CBT marketing efforts from concept to completion. She is the wizard behind the curtain when it comes to our content and marketing efforts.