Meet Our Mental
Health Team
Emma Wassilak, LPC-S, IMH-E®, CEAP®
Clinical Director
Emma Wassilak, M.Ed., LPC-S, IMH-E® is a seasoned mental health professional with over a decade of experience in clinical practice, supervision, and trauma-informed leadership. Since 2013, she has served in multiple roles at Sunbeam Family Services and currently serves as the Clinical Director of Mental Health Services.
A state-approved LPC Supervisor, Emma is dedicated to mentoring future therapists and expanding access to quality care across Oklahoma. Emma approaches each part of her role by integrating trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and hope-centered practices, ensuring both staff and clients receive compassionate, effective support. Clinically, she’s trained in many evidence-based modalities including CPP, TF-CBT, CPT, EMDR, ACT, and CAMS. She is an instructor for Talk Saves Lives and Mental Health First Aid and holds certifications in Perinatal Mental Health, CEAP, NMT and is an Endorsed Infant Mental Health (IMH-E®) Specialist and Reflective Supervisor with training in the RIOS® and FAN frameworks.
Emma is a frequent speaker at state conferences and leads workshops on trauma-informed care, child development, suicide prevention, and emotional wellness.
Shayla Winrow, M.Ed., LPC-S, PMH-C, IMH-E®
Clinical Director
Shayla Winrow, M.Ed., LPC, PMH-C, IMH-E® is an experienced Infant Mental Health specialist and nonprofit leader at Sunbeam Family Services, where she currently serves as Clinical Director of Infant and Early Childhood Services.
Shayla offers values-driven, evidence-based supervision that emphasizes trauma-informed, hope-centered, and reflective practices. With expertise in developing professional training—she is dedicated to strengthening the capacity of families, professionals, and systems to support infant and early childhood mental health.
Her clinical expertise includes training in CPP, TF-CBT, CPT, and ACT. She is a COSP Facilitator, Certified Educator of Infant Massage, and holds endorsements in Infant Mental Health (IMH-E®) and as an Endorsed Reflective supervisor, with training in Reflective Supervision through both the RIOS™ and FAN frameworks.
Additionally, Shayla has collaborated with multiple state departments to support the expansion of IECMH service deliveries statewide. Shayla’s current focus includes training, supervision, and consultation related to reflective practice and infant and maternal mental health.
Kaydee Norton, MS, LPC, PMH-C
Infant and Maternal Health Coordinator
Kaydee brings warmth and joy to her work at Sunbeam’s Edwards Community Hope Center. A dedicated mental health professional, she holds degrees in Family Life Education and Counseling Psychology, is a certified Perinatal Mental Health specialist, and is pursuing LPC licensure.
Since 2012, Kaydee has supported families with compassion and connection, believing relationships are life’s greatest gift. As Coordinator of Sunbeam’s Motherhood Matters Program, she creates spaces where expecting parents and those with little ones up to age three find education, support, and community.
An endorsed trainer for Zero to Three’s The Growing Brain and Circle of Security, Kaydee blends Attachment Theory with playful, evidence-based practices from EFT, ACT, and psychodynamic approaches. She delights in helping parents discover the language of babies and young children, building confidence not just to navigate developmental stages, but to truly thrive and enjoy the journey together.
Brandi White
Caregiver Services Coordinator
Brandi brings dedication and heart to her role as Sunbeam’s Caregiver Services Coordinator. A mental health professional passionate about relationships, she recently earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is advancing toward LPC candidacy. She also holds graduate-level credentials in leadership and draws on two decades of experience building connections through entrepreneurial work.
Since joining Sunbeam, Brandi has supported families with empathy and collaboration, believing strong relationships create brighter futures. As a mother of three, including a child with special needs, she brings lived experience that fuels her commitment to advocacy and inclusion.
Brandi has completed training in Trauma-Informed Care, MI, HOPE, TBRI, IFS, Cultural Competency, Grief, NMT, and IECMH. She integrates principles from attachment theory, psychodynamic, and Jungian approaches to help families feel understood and empowered. Her goal is to create hope-filled, compassionately brave spaces for caregivers, laying the foundation for brighter futures for children and families.
Therapists
Lauren Black, LSW-ADM, MSW U/S
Therapist
Lauren is a Licensed Social Worker-Admin and is under supervision for clinical licensure. Practicing out of Sunbeam’s Home Office, Lauren provides strengths-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed care. In her therapeutic practice, Lauren emphasizes self-compassion, mindfulness, and alignment with personal values, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a primary approach. Lauren has received additional training in TF-CBT, DB, and Seeking Safety.
Models Used: ACT, Mindfulness-Based, Person-Centered
Areas of Focus: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Family and Relationships, Trauma and PTSD
Population: Teenagers, Adults, Groups, EAP
Liz Butts, LPC-C
Therapist
Liz is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPC-C) who provides therapy at both Sunbeam’s Home Office and Edwards Community Hope Center. She is passionate about working with children (ages 5+), parents, adults, and is especially committed to supporting members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Liz’s approach to counseling is trauma-informed and person-centered, ensuring that clients feel safe and supported throughout their therapeutic journey. She integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Art Therapy, and Play Therapy, and is eager to continue developing her skills in these areas.
Models Used: CBT, Play Therapy, TF-CBT, ACT, Art Therapy Techniques
Areas of Focus: 2SLGBTQIA+, Play Therapy, Family and Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Neurodiversity, Women’s Issues
Population: School-Aged (6-12), Teens, Adults, Families, EAP
Alex Clark, LPC-C
Therapist
Alex Clark is an LPC candidate who utilizes a collaborative, strengths-based approach in therapy. Alex’s work is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused techniques. Through these modalities, Alex supports clients in shifting unhelpful thoughts, regulating emotions, and setting clear, achievable goals. Alex is dedicated to empowering individuals to grow with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Models Used: CBT, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based, Solution-Focused, CPT
Areas of Focus: Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Men’s Issues, Stress, Women’s Issues, Workplace Wellness
Population: Teenagers, Adults, Couples, EAP
Melanie Ferguson, LCSW
Therapist
Melanie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in mental health and social services. Melanie enjoys working with teens, adults, and groups and strives to ensure that each individual feels seen, heard, and valued. Melanie has significant experience working with adult survivors of domestic violence and other traumas and is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey toward healing. She also works with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and grief/loss. She enjoys supporting other professionals in the helping and social service fields. Her approach is collaborative, supportive, and down-to-earth.
Models Used: CBT, CPT, ACT, Person-Centered, TBRI
Areas of Focus: Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Loss, Women’s Issues, Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Workplace Wellness
Population: Teenagers, Adults, Groups, EAP
Brittanie Groesbeck, LCSW
Therapist
Brittanie Groesbeck has 25+ years of experience providing clinical services for children, families, and adults, treating issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, and family conflict. She is trained in Seeking Safety, TREM, ACT, Crisis Intervention, and is a Certified TF-CBT therapist. Brittanie holds NMT Phase 1 Certification and is pursuing EMDR certification. She supports trauma recovery through a holistic approach to emotional, physical, and relational well-being.
Models Used: ACT, EMDR, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based, TREM
Areas of Focus: Perinatal Mental Health, Trauma and PTSD, Women’s Issues, 2SLGBTQIA+
Population: Teenagers, Adults, Groups, EAP
Charles Jackson, LPC-S, RPT
Therapist
Charles Jackson is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and a Registered Play Therapist. He works with children and their families to help them manage big feelings and challenging behaviors. Charles uses a variety of therapeutic approaches, including TraumaPlay, play therapy, Conscious Discipline, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions. He believes that real change happens when everyone works together, so his approach combines individual therapy with family therapy to support the entire system and foster lasting growth.
Models Used: Play Therapy, TFCBT, Person-Centered, Art Therapy Techniques, CBT
Areas of Focus: Play Therapy, Family and Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Loss, Anxiety, Parenting
Population: School-Aged (6-12), Families
Haley Jurko, LPC, CEAP®
Therapist
Haley Jurko, LPC, has been with Sunbeam Family Services since 2019. She earned her master’s in counseling psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma. Haley works with adolescents, adults, and families, focusing on life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. She adapts her approach to best serve the client needs while using evidence-based modalities. In addition to her clinical work, Haley is a Certified Employee Assistance Professional (CEAP) and splits her time providing trainings to contracted Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), supporting workplace mental health and organizational well-being.
Models Used: CBT, DBT, CPT, ACT, Person-Centered
Areas of Focus: Trauma and PTSD, Workplace Wellness, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Stress, 2SLGBTQIA+, Women’s Issues
Population: Teenagers, Adults, Families, EAP
Patricia Martinez, LPC-S, PMH-C IECMH-C
Therapist
Patty is a bilingual therapist with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Oklahoma State University and a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma. She works with adolescents (13+), adults, and couples/families, treating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. Patty uses Cognitive Behavioral and Person-Centered approaches, along with Solution-Focused Therapy and mindfulness strategies. She values the unique needs of each individual and family, adapting her approach to support meaningful growth.
Models Used: CBT, CPP, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based, Attachment-Based
Areas of Focus: Perinatal Mental Health, Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, 2SLGBTQIA+, Trauma and PTSD, Family and Relationships, Depression, Anxiety, Workplace Wellness, Stress, Women’s Issues, Neurodiversity, Parenting
Population: 0-5, School-Aged (6-12), Teenagers, Adults, EAP, Couples, Families
Mary Margaret McMiller, LCSW
Therapist
Rooted in hope and growing through healing, Mary Margaret McMiller (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. She holds an MSW from Washington University in St. Louis and a BA in Urban Affairs from Saint Louis University. Mary Margaret is passionate about supporting individuals, children, and families—especially within the LGBTQIA+ community—through trauma-informed, culturally competent, and gender-inclusive care. Her practice is hope-centered and strength-based, creating a safe space for healing, growth, and authentic living. She is honored to walk alongside clients as they discover their strength, reclaim their story, and move toward a life of authenticity and healing.
Models Used: CBT, ACT, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based, Solution-Focused
Areas of Focus: 2SLGBTQIA+, Trauma and PTSD, Grief and Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Parenting, Stress, Women’s Issues, Workplace Wellness
Population: Teenagers, Adults, Groups, EAP
Idalis Rodriguez-Solis, LMSW IECMH-C
Therapist
Idalis Rodriguez-Solis holds both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work and is currently a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) under supervision as she works toward clinical licensure. Her professional experience includes working with young children ages 0–5 as well as school-aged youth, supporting their social, emotional, and behavioral development across early childhood and school settings.
Her therapeutic approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Play Therapy. She provides a strengths-based, relationship-focused approach to care, meeting each child and family where they are and fostering a collaborative, supportive space where growth and healing can occur.
Models Used: Play Therapy, ACT, CBT
Areas of Focus: Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Family and Relationships;, Anxiety
Population: 0-5, School-Aged (6-12)
Tara Servello, LPC-C
Therapist
Tara Servello is an LPC Candidate under supervision who works with clients of all ages, with a focus on children ages 0-5. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Southern Nazarene University. Tara takes a person-centered approach and supports concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is her primary therapeutic model. Tara strives to create an inclusive and welcoming space where clients can show up authentically and explore their inner experiences with curiosity and support. She enjoys assisting clients in connecting with their values, desires, and sense of self to build meaningful and fulfilling lives.
Models Used: ACT, Person-Centered, Attachment-Based
Areas of Focus: Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, 2SLGBTQIA+, Depression, Anxiety, Neurodiversity, Women’s Issues, Workplace Wellness, Stress, Perinatal Mental Health, Parenting
Population: 0-5, School-Aged (6-12), Teenagers, Adults, EAP
Sydney Smith, lmsw
Therapist
Sydney is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) under clinical supervision. She sees clients at Edwards Community Hope Center. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Social Work from The University of Oklahoma. She works with children, adolescents, and their families with a commitment to supporting BIPOC clients. She provides a safe, affirming space for all as they work towards healing. She works with clients experiencing challenges related to trauma, anxiety, and depression. She integrates aspects of Play Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to curate a trauma-informed, culturally attuned approach.
Models Used: Play Therapy, TF-CBT, Family Systems, Person-Centered, Attachment-Based
Areas of Focus: Family and Relationships, Play Therapy, Trauma and PTSD
Population: School-Aged (6-12), Teenagers, Families
Kristin Stecklow, LMFT, PHM-C
Therapist
Kristin Stecklow, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a perinatal mental health therapy candidate (PMH-C) who earned her Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Oklahoma Baptist University. Kristin specializes in working with postpartum adults, survivors of sexual trauma and domestic abuse, and relational issues within couples and families. Her clinical experience ranges from volunteering and working in a variety of settings, including local domestic violence and youth foster care shelters, school-based programs, and community mental health agencies. Her approach is collaborative and focuses on empathy, empowerment, and growth.
Models Used: EMDR, TF-CBT, Family Systems, Person-Centered, Play Therapy
Areas of Focus: Perinatal Mental Health, Family and Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Parenting, Grief and Loss
Population: School-Aged (6-12), Teenagers, Adults, Couples, Families, EAP, Groups,
Jessica Welp, LCSW
THERAPIST
Jessica earned BA from the USAO & MSW from OU & is licensed by the State of Oklahoma to practice clinical social work. With over 15 years experience in mental health and social services, Jessica is passionate about supporting teens, adults, and seniors as they navigate anger, anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, & queer identity. Jessica’s approach is rooted in building a strong therapeutic alliance and draws from evidence-based modalities. She also incorporates person-centered, trauma-informed, attachment-based, & psychodynamic frameworks to meet each client where they are. She shares, “I strive to create a space that is affirming, collaborative, and grounded in respect for each person’s lived experience.”
Models Used: CBT, EMDR, ACT, Solution-Focused, CPT
Areas of Focus: 2SLGBTQIA+, Trauma and PTSD, Neurodiversity, Men’s Issues
Population: Teenagers, Adults, EAP
Sierra Williams, LMSW, IECMH-C
Therapist
Sierra earned a BA in Sociology from the University of Central Oklahoma and an MA in Social Work from the University of Oklahoma. Since joining Sunbeam in 2018, she has served in multiple roles, fueling her passion for early childhood services and family support. Sierra is committed to creating brave spaces where children, families, and educators feel a sense of belonging and self-worth. She values curiosity, creativity, and compassion, and finds joy in witnessing growth, acceptance, and the return of laughter and authentic smiles along life’s journey.
Models Used: TF-CBT, Play Therapy, CPP, Art Therapy Techniques, Person-Centered
Areas of Focus: Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Play Therapy, Grief and Loss, Stress, Parenting, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, Women’s Issues, Family and Relationships
Population: 0-5, School-Aged (6-12), Teenagers, Families, Groups
Gaby Voss, LMSW-P, IECMH-C
THERAPIST
Gaby is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) currently under supervision for clinical licensure. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Women & Gender Studies, as well as a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Oklahoma. With over nine years of experience in social services, Gaby has worked closely with children, families, and adults across diverse settings. Her background includes meaningful work with survivors of domestic violence, where she has provided compassionate support and advocacy. She is passionate about fostering growth and resilience in children and their families and is committed to creating a safe environment that support healing and development.
Models Used: Play Therapy
Areas of Focus: Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
Population: 0-5, Adults, Families