Did you know that your relationship with your provider accounts for as much as 50% of the improvement you see in psychotherapy? Fifty percent! The relationship with your provider is so important. This is what we focus on first at Upward. Empathy, gentleness, affirmation, humor, and understanding drive our relationships with our clients.
If 50% of your outcome is determined by the relationship with your psychotherapist, what determines the remaining 50 percent? The effectiveness of the psychotherapeutic approach and technique/expertise. At Upward, we exclusively use treatment techniques known as evidence-based practices, which are approaches that researchers have consistently proven are the most effective at treating specific symptoms. Our providers have spent decades immersed in the science of psychotherapy and honing our skills as psychotherapists.
At the end of your first session with us, our primary goal for you to leave with a feeling of hopefulness. We want you to feel hopeful that you've found a place prepared to help you effectively resolve your challenges, and that you are in the care of a provider who understands you.
Susan Rathmell, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Rathmell specializes in the treatment of Insomnia, adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. She provides adult Autism and ADHD evaluations as well as executive functioning coaching and neurodiversity-affirming therapy for autistic adults and adults with ADHD.
Misti Norton, Ph.D., DBSM
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Norton specializes in the treatment of OCD, Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD. She also provides adult ADHD evaluations.
Kathleen Ramsey, Ph.D
Licensed Clinical Child Psychologist
Dr. Ramsey specializes in pediatric Autism and ADHD evaluation. She also provides Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) for children and adolescents with Tourette's or Tic Disorders.
Megan Keyes, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Keyes specializes in couples therapy. She also has expertise in the treatment of PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety.
Courtney Worley, Ph.D., DBSM, ABPP, M.P.H.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Worley specializes in the treatment of Insomnia, Nightmares, and PTSD in adults, She also provides treatment for Depression and Anxiety.
Katherine Cofer, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Cofer specializes in the cognitive evaluation of adults experiencing various mental health concerns, including memory loss, dementias, and ADHD. She also provides treatment for insomnia, depression, and anxiety.
Kristopher Coker-Burrell
Office Manager
When you call Upward, the first voice you'll hear will likely belong to Kris! Our clients consistently marvel at Kris' gentle, helpful approach.