Meet Our Clinicians
Our team is trained in the most current evidence based treatments and interventions. We know that treatment can be hard. Our approach is is to personalize therapy by considering best practices along with your unique needs. This strategy ensures that each patient can have the most successful recovery journey possible.
Dr. Melissa Gibson serves as Clinical Director of Be Well Kentucky and the Louisville Center for Eating Disorders. Based in Louisville, Dr. Melissa is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in treating teens & young adults.
Dr. Hayley Meadows leads Be Well Kentucky’s Lexington Office. Dr. Meadows is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based therapies for adolescents and young adult and has significant experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community. PSYPACT Licensed.
Dr. Cheri Levinson is the Founder of Be Well Kentucky. Dr. Levinson is a licensed psychologist, health service provider, and clinical supervisor. She is also an avid researcher focused on evidence based eating disorder treatments. Licensed through PSYPACT.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Ricketts is a psychiatric nurse practitioner who specializes in treating across the life span. She has a focus on the treatment of mood disorders, OCD, eating disorders, trauma, psychotic disorders, and chronic mental illness through psychiatric assessment and medication management.
Dr. Brenna Epifano, Ph.D.
Dr. Epifano has experience in the treatment of adults and adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. She is trained in evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).
Dr. Casey Allen, Psy.D.
Dr. Casey Allen has dedicated his training and practice to helping adults and late adolescents with concerns related to OCD, eating concerns, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, adjustment concerns, suicidal thoughts, and more! He also works with underserved and traditionally marginalized populations (e.g., BIPOC, LGBTIQIA+ community, Veterans, and those from a rural background).
Dr. Irina Vanzhula is a clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based treatments for eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and co-occurring disorders. She provides virtual therapy sessions for a wide variety of states as she has the authority to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology through PSYPACT (List of Participating States Here)
Dr. Sara Halcomb, Psy.D., H.S.P.
Dr. Sara Halcomb developed a particular passion for working with individuals and their families impacted by eating disorders, helping them navigate the recovery process with compassion and structure. She has extensive experience with eating disorders in children, adolescents, and young adults. Dr. Halcomb also works with anxiety, OCD, depression, adjustment, health psychology concerns, and other presenting problems.
Dr. Tom Bivona, Psy.D.
Dr. Tom Bivona has focused his practice on helping adolescent and adult patients with all manner of disorders characterized by anxiety, including obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety disorder. He also has experience working with substance use disorders.
Dr. Bryn Krivashei, Psy.D.
Dr. Bryn Krivashei is a temporary licensed clinical psychologist who enjoys working with a wide range of ages and concerns. Dr. Bryn has specialized experience in the treatment of children and adolescents with various anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder. She uses individualized, evidence-based treatment approaches to address each patient’s unique concerns in a compassionate way that places the patient’s values at the heart of therapy. Dr. Bryn also works with eating disorders, trauma, depression, difficulty with adjustment, and health psychology concerns.
Brenda Arellano is a bilingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Psychological Associate. At Be Well Kentucky Louisville Brenda specializes in providing empirically-supported treatment for individuals of all ages suffering from OCD and anxiety.
Anna Smith, M.Ed., L.P.C.C.-S., N.C.C.
Anna Smith, M.Ed., L.P.C.C., N.C.C., graduated from the University of Louisville in 2020 with a Master of Education in Counseling and Personnel Services with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Kaycee Reed, M.S.W., C.S.W.
Kaycee is passionate about working with individuals from all walks of life and creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Kaycee utilizes a client-centered approach and has experience with several empirically-supported treatments including TF-CBT, CBT, ACT, and DBT.
Joshua Barnett, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., graduated from the University of Louisville in 2011 with a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Joshua brings a wealth of experience to his work. His background spans various impactful settings, from providing school-based therapy and supporting families in eastern Kentucky to working in forensic psychology and, most recently, offering case management at the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Becky Schroeder, RD, CSSD, MAEd, LDN
Becky Schroeder, R.D., C.S.S.D., Ma.Ed., L.D.N., is a Registered Dietitian at Be Well Kentucky. During 2016-2025, Becky worked as a dietitian for University of Louisville athletics department and provided nutrition support to all sports during her tenure. She supported NCAA individual champions, Olympians, and Final Four bound teams. She is a certified specialist in sports dietetics, trained in Body Positive education, and licensed by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
