Mental HeaLTh Therapist

 Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling, 

NOVA Southern University

Fernandina Beach, FL 

Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Ashley began her educational journey within psychology. Athlete her entire life, Ashley attended Roosevelt University where she played softball. Craving some change and new experiences, Ashley decided to transfer to the University of North Florida where she would earn her bachelors of arts in psychology. Before becoming a registered behavioral technician, Ashley studied abroad in Jamaica, working with special education teachers on applied behavior analysis. Ashley went on to earn her Masters of Science in Mental health counseling from Nova Southeastern University. During graduate school, she gained experience running psychosocial rehab for various mental health conditions. Most recently, Ashley became a therapy dog handler, and you can now find her and Chloe assisting clients during the week.

When Ashley is not working with clients, you can find her and Chloe playing fetch on the beach, doing yoga (and puppy yoga), cleaning and organizing, completing crafty projects, redecorating, singing and dancing, or staying busy with friends and family.

Karah graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Child Development before earning her Master of Social Work (MSW). She specializes in working with people who have experienced complex trauma, including youth impacted by human trafficking and involvement in the child welfare system. Karah is especially skilled at supporting teens and young adults who have spent much of their lives in survival mode and are learning how to feel safe again.

 Karah believes therapy should be a steady, empowering space where clients can rebuild their sense of control, strengthen their voice, and begin defining a future that feels truly their own.

Outside of her clinical work, Karah enjoys crocheting, crafting, playing board games, spending time at the beach, and relaxing with her two cats.

Masters in science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of North Florida

Fernandina Beach, FL

MaryBeth completed her master’s in science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Florida in 2021. While pursuing her education, MaryBeth worked extensively with children in a variety of settings, including childcare centers and an after-school program geared toward at-risk youth. Throughout her master’s program, MaryBeth completed her clinical internship working with LGBTQIA+ students at The University of North Florida. This internship allowed for an increase in personal growth and knowledge about a community that holds prominence in MaryBeth’s life. Since beginning at FPA in 2021, MaryBeth has found a passion for helping teen clients navigate life’s struggles and stressors. While she predominantly works with youth, MaryBeth may be seen working with the occasional adult. Outside of work, MaryBeth enjoys fashion, music, pop culture, and her cat, Francisco.

 Kristyn earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from American Military University and her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. While serving in the U.S. Air Force, she gained firsthand insight into the mental health challenges faced by service members and veterans. Her experience deepened her understanding of how military culture, identity, and gender expectations shape emotional well-being and influence help-seeking behaviors. She offers active-duty members, veterans, and their families culturally competent, affirming care tailored to the unique demands of military life. Additionally, Kristyn works with adults, late teens, and couples navigating a range of concerns. Her clinical focus includes sex therapy, relationship and intimacy challenges, trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, and life transitions. She is LGBTQ+ inclusive and committed to fostering a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space for clients of all identities and relationship structures. Kristyn holds a certificate in sexology and is passionate about helping individuals and couples feel empowered and confident as they explore their sexuality and deepen connection. Her approach is collaborative, warm, and direct when helpful, integrating evidence-based practices with practical tools to support meaningful growth. Outside of work, she enjoys shark tooth hunting, fitness, traveling, trying new cuisines, and spending time with her two cats, Chad and Mr. D. 

 Alexandria Knight is a graduate intern in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Liberty University. Alexandria was a military brat and moved around most of her life. Alex went to ten different schools & lived in four different countries throughout her life. Alexandria’s mother is also a therapist, so she grew up in a home that constantly challenged her and led her to also want to get into the profession to help others. She is passionate, dedicated, open-minded and empathetic. She uses a psychodynamic and person-centered approach to truly build collaboration, rapport, and connection with her clients. In her free time, she enjoys anything with water, lifting weights, traveling the world, cooking up new recipes, making coffee, doing astrology birth charts and personality assessments, and petting her cat, Virgo.