TAG INSPIRES - Key Persons
Christina R. Napper, MFT obtained a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from West Chester University and holds a Masters Degree in Family Therapy from Drexel University.
Christy Baker is an experienced clinician, with over 20 years in the behavioral/mental health field. She started her career as a Couple's and Family Therapist working in various settings, such as Outpatient, Residential Care, and Hospitals. However, her recent work as a Behavior Analyst has been the most rewarding.
She has found herself in Day Cares, Classrooms, IEP Meetings, Homes, and Camps to assist families navigate the sometimes overwhelming process of making sure their child(ren)'s needs are being met. Over the years she has developed a specialty in trauma-informed care and the cognitive behavior therapy "loop" (how our thoughts and feelings impact our responses and behaviors).
Christy believes the therapeutic process, no matter what the goals or outcome, is a partnership. She also believes that the "cookie-cutter" approach doesn't work for most people and strives to address the individual needs of each person she works with. She is not only committed to being the change that she wants to see in the world but more importantly, helping other people to achieve their goals and desires in a safe
Jennifer Stewart is currently a second career master's student in Marriage and Family Therapy at Evangelical Seminary. As an Intern she is committed to journeying alongside individuals, couples, and families to foster change and restoration in their lives.
Jennifer is a believer in the growth and healing that can happen in therapy. She approaches this from a systemic perspective that acknowledges the complexity of individuals and families and seeks to provide a safe space to unpack life experiences.
Jennifer has a Masters in Nursing from DePaul University, a PhD in Nursing with a focus on psychosocial change interventions from University of Illinois Chicago, and a Masters of Divinity from Palmer Theological Seminary. She has over 10 years of previous experience in pastoral counseling and coaching. Jennifer's focus is on a holistic health that weaves together the physical, emotional, spiritual, and relational aspects of each individual to support them to overcome life challenges and thrive.
Jordan Garvin is a marriage and family therapist passionate about helping re-build healthy relationships and growing from past mistakes. She earned her Bachelors in Psychology with minor studies in Family Science and Deaf Studies from Towson University and Masters in Family Therapy from Drexel University. Jordan is also a certified PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator.
She specializes in addressing problems and symptoms such as anxiety, codependency, depression, grief, infidelity, life transitions, peer relationships, sleep issues, spirituality, stress, weight loss, women's issues. Using her clinical experience, personality, and teaching style of therapy she is happy to help you reclaim love, hope and joy between you and your loved ones.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I, Kellie Smith, believe change starts within; delving deeper into ourselves to heal those parts of us we have buried in order to transform our lives into something new. It would be an honor to support you on your journey of healing and growth. I will guide you on the change you wish to seek. I aim to be professional, nurturing, honest, and empathic to create a space where you can feel free to be your authentic self. I am here to listen, understand, and offer my expertise in anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem and trauma for adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. Through our experience, I strive for clients to be able to prioritize themselves, their values, and live a well-balanced life feeling empowered, loved, and healthy.
Job Titles:
- Licensed Professional Counselor
Sarah-Ashley Andrews, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who studied Mass Communications at Bloomsburg University and later enrolled at Lancaster Bible College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical Studies with a minor in Human Services. She holds a Master of Science Degree in Counseling from Lincoln University of PA.
In the summer of 2012 Sarah-Ashley received news that her longtime friend died by suicide. That tragedy changed the trajectory of her life. She founded a non-profit dedicated to conquering suicide in youth and young adults. To date, Sarah-Ashley's organization has educated nearly 4500 people on suicide awareness.
Sarah-Ashley is also a published author. She released Move Making Monday, a Monday motivation book in November of 2019. Sarah-Ashley is the co-host of the Black in Therapy Podcast, a weekly show dedicated to normalizing mental wellness in the Black Community. Her focus is youth and families. She is a firm believer in Cognitive Behavior Therapy; challenging the way people think and making connections between thoughts and behaviors.
Taniek is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and is the proud Owner & CEO of TAG Inspires, LLC. She serves as an adjunct faculty member at Drexel University. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from Lincoln University and a Masters in Family Therapy from Drexel University.
With over 12 years in the field, she has held various positions as a Clinical Supervisor, Director of Family Therapy and Truancy Prevention Programs and Contracting positions. Taniek has taken special interest in empowering African-American & Caribbean Families. She has experience working with high-risk adolescents and their families throughout a majority of her early career. Taniek is a PREPARE Enrich Facilitator that focuses on premarital and marital counseling.
Through her private practice she offers her expertise to all populations in the areas of Premarital Counseling, Marital Counseling, Infidelity, Relationship Issues, Family Therapy and Individual Therapy. She is an honorable member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women-PA chapter and an Approved Supervisor through the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
Taniek is only accepting self-pay clients at this time. She offers great packaging fees and sliding scales. Please contact her to schedule your consultation.