CCBT Staff

Hayfa Bouzouita, formerly a non-US psychologist, not currently licensed in Ohio, is under the psychological work supervision of Dr. Noam Shpancer, PhD, Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy.

Hayfa is a dedicated trilingual scholar, researcher and practitioner in the field of child psychology. Prior to joining the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Hayfa managed her own practice and worked in a private school as a school psychologist in Tunis, Tunisia. Added to that, she practiced in psychological associations in Marseille, France. In her clinical work, she has treated a wide range of ages from infants to young adults and helped patients navigate cross-cultural assimilations, anxiety, stress, depression and relationship problems. 

Hayfa received her Undergraduate Degree in Psychology from Tunis El Manar University and a Master’ Degree with Honors in Clinical Psychology from the Aix-Marseille University.  

In addition to her work in Psychology, Hayfa served as a ballet instructor to young girls for approximately nine years, helping them to develop self-confidence, discipline and a passion for the arts.

Under the Supervision of Kevin D. Arnold, Ph.D.,
ABPP Supervising Psychologist

Lauren Brimer is a MSEd at the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. She received her master’s degree from the University of Dayton. She has been providing ABA services for 8 years. She specializes in program development using applied behavioral analysis (ABA), parent training, behavior modification, and school support. She sees children through the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

I am an LISW who received my Master’s of Social Work in 2005 from the Ohio State University. I have provided individual, family, and group therapy services for 15 years in outpatient, hospital, and residential settings, including Mental Health Services for Clark and Madison County, Central Ohio Mental Health, Step by Step Academy, United Methodist Children’s Home, and Sequel Pomegranate Health Systems. I have worked with a variety of ages, including preschoolers up to adults.

It is particularly important for me to create a warm and welcoming environment for the clients I serve to promote a safe space for healing. I utilize a strengths-based, person-centered approach. I enjoy working with adults and children of all ages, and have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who have experienced abuse and other types of trauma. The modalities used in treatment may include CBT, CPT, psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, play therapy and mindfulness-based interventions. My goal is to develop and implement appropriate therapeutic treatment plans to help both adults and children reach their highest potential, be able to restore functioning and find hope again, and to help families live more peaceful and happier lives together. I can treat depression, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, ODD, ADHD, RAD and adoption/attachment issues, severe behavioral issues, grief, anger, trauma, and family relational problems. My strength is in establishing relationships with youth and adults, by being non-judgmental, patient, and calm with my approach to therapy. I am passionate about helping children and adults who have experienced trauma, and working with youth and families on behavioral and parenting strategies. I have special training in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD in adults and adolescents, and Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for young children up to adolescents. Additionally, I have extensive experience with crisis management, and collaboration with the child welfare system. I have served as an advocate for youth in foster care and permanent custody, as well as with their families during reunification or adoptive processes.

Stephanie obtained her graduate degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University and has been a practicing therapist since 2014. For the past four years, she has worked with adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and PTSD. She works with both adolescents and adults who have decided it’s no longer an option to continue being stuck in a never-ending cycle of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life stress.

Stephanie specializes in Cognitive Processing Therapy which utilizes a top-down approach for trauma treatment. This therapy has proven to provide a significant decrease in PTSD symptoms within 12 therapy sessions; it challenges ones thoughts associated with why a trauma occurred rather than on the trauma itself. Due to this, clients do not have to give detailed descriptions of their past trauma which can be very difficult.

Stephanie is a therapist who believes thoughts are the driving force for our emotions and behaviors. If a person can learn to experience an emotion in a non-judgmental way, he or she would be free to translate his/her experiences into positive thoughts of curiosity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy allows this process to begin and provides long-term relief from uncomfortable emotions dictating life decisions.

Jeanie Zsambok is a psychologist at the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. She received her doctorate in psychology with a major area of study in developmental disabilities and behavior analysis, including being trained at Nisonger Center of Excellence (a center at The Ohio State University, and post-doctoral training in behavior analysis in several county boards of developmental disabilities under the training supervision of Dr. kevin Arnold through CCBT. She has been practicing for over 20 years. She specializes in children and adults with developmental disabilities, behavior support, testing, Autism spectrum disorders (either as primary or dual diagnoses). She also consults with several county boards of Developmental Disabilities in central Ohio.

Rachel received her Masters of Social Work in 2008 from The Ohio State University.  During her education, she interned with the Delaware-Union Alternative Education where she conducted therapy groups with emotionally disturbed adolescents, provided individual therapy sessions and social skills groups.  Rachel assisted adolescents with disabilities complete school work, applications and resumes, and participated in IEP meetings.  She also interned with Buckeye Middle School, maintaining a caseload of students having a variety of behavioral issues.  Along with working part-time here at The Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Rachel is also a Clinical Supervisor at the Buckeye Ranch here in Columbus.  She provides in-home therapy and support for children with mental health diagnosis and their families who are struggling with such things as stress, substance abuse, trauma, or family conflict.  Rachel is trained to establish effective relationships with families by maintaining regular contact and appropriate follow-up in order to reduce behavioral relapses.  Her primary goal is to develop and implement appropriate therapeutic treatment plans to improve the family and the child’s ability to function in the community.

Dr. Amy Bremer is licensed in General Psychology and credentialed by Ohio Department of Education in School Psychology. She completed her PhD in School Psychology in 2015 and currently practices in the schools full-time and part-time private practice. Her specialties include school psychology, child psychology, evaluation of autism/developmental disabilities/learning disabilities in children and young adults, psychological diagnostic evaluations, applied behavioral analysis and functional behavioral assessment, treatment of childhood disorders including ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression, as well as parent training and behavioral management.

Brad is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. He earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Otterbein University & his Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Dayton. Brad has worked in community mental health and as a staff counselor for a local university. His background includes helping with mental health as well as substance abuse challenges. Brad works with adults ages 18 through 80.



“I pride myself in being mentally & emotionally present with the people I work with. I approach coaching & counseling as empathetically as possible – without judgement & with the utmost confidentiality and positive regard. I value the trust you’re putting in me. Life is challenging at times and I’m here to support you through the rough spots as well as collaborate with you to be the person you aspire to be. If you find something weighing on you, no matter how small or large, I hope you’ll give me the opportunity to work with you to improve the situation.” – Brad

Holly Brumm graduated from The Ohio State University with her master’s degree in Social Work in 2012.  She received a 4.0 from the program.  While attending The Ohio State University, she completed an internship at Amethyst Inc. and The Buckeye Ranch.  At The Buckeye Ranch, Holly gained experience in intensive home-based mental health counseling with children and adolescents aged 8-17 years old.  Due to her exceptional skill shown during her internship, Holly was hired on as a full-time employee in June 2012.

Holly’s professional experience consists of three years of intensive family home-based counseling.  These children were affected by psychological, behavioral, and substance abuse disorders.  Holly served as both a systems collaborator as well as an advocate for many of these families.  Due to the severity of the issues of each case, Holly collaborated with school staff, physicians, court staff, and Franklin County Children Services to provide the best care of these families.  She will continue to this experience to advocate for children by attending IEP meetings as needed for her clients.

In addition, she developed very strong brief crisis management skills and learned to keep children that suffer from mental illnesses safe in their homes.  Due to many of these children-experiencing trauma in their early years, Holly’s ability to establish trust and engage with these families is a true strength.  Her experience includes individual, family, and group counseling.  She enjoys empowering parents by giving them tools to help their child.  These include effective behavioral strategies to deal with various behavior management concerns (ADHD symptoms, aggression, and oppositional defiant disorder) and anxiety/stress management.  She also has experience working with depression in teens and is capable of utilizing different coping skills to manage this.  In addition, she has experience working with younger children and addressing concerns surrounding attachment and executing functioning skills.

Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor

Joe Catania is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (Supervisor) at the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. He received his Masters of Social Work from the Ohio State University. He has been practicing for over 20 years. He specializes in substance abuse, marriage/couples counseling, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other issues pertaining to returning military members. He sees adolescents and adults.

Peggy Cook is a PhD at the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. She received her doctorate in Psychology from The Ohio State University. She has been practicing for over 20 years. She specializes in depression, attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She sees children, adolescents, and adults. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

Patty earned her undergraduate degree in English Literature at Edge Cliff College in Cincinnati, Ohio in the 1960’s and then pursued a Masters in Film during the 1970’s.

In 1998 Patty completed her Masters in Counseling and Human Services degree through the University of Dayton and received her MEd and LPCC. She has worked in community mental health since 1996. Patty has a background in Chemical Dependency treatment and Mental Health and uses a variety of interventions to meet the individual client’s specific needs. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, parents, couples and individuals struggling with substance abuse and older adults.

Patty enjoys helping people deal with troubling issues from depression and anxiety to marital problems and adolescent issues.

Greg Frankenfield received his master’s degree in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio in 1990 and has done postgraduate training through the Cleveland Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. He currently works primarily with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, unresolved anger and trauma (including post traumatic stress disorder).

Theresa Tammy Gaser was the owner of Trinity Family Counseling.  She graduated from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.  While attending Case, she interned at Education Alternatives; a day treatment school for children ages 5 to 19 years old.

Tammy’s professional experience consists of over thirteen years of experience in public and alternative schools and private practice.  Tammy has served as both a certified teacher and a counselor.  While working with the school systems, she developed lesson plans, 504 plans and IEP’s, collaborated with education staff, families, physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and mental health care professionals.  She developed therapy groups and treatment plans for students with a wide range of disabilities and mental health diagnoses.  Tammy continues to use this experience attending IEP meetings as needed for her clients.

In addition, Tammy’s work in private practice includes services to individuals, groups, and family counseling.  Tammy enjoys equipping patients with effective behavioral strategies to deal with various behavior management concerns and anxiety/stress management.  She also provides individual therapy for children, teens, and families with delays in executive functioning and emotional and/or developmental delays, such as various attachment disorders.

Tammy is a certified Trauma and Loss Clinical Specialist by The National Institute for Trauma and Loss in Children (TLC).  Throughout her career, she has provided training seminars on child abuse and neglect, as well as developed treatment plans and provided consultation services for survivors of various types of trauma, including physical and sexual abuse, environmental and community trauma, and grief or loss.  Tammy also works with children and adults who have medical trauma.

Tammy is also the author of Ice Cream Cone Feelings.  This book is designed to give children and parents a process that enables them to express feelings in a fun and healthy manner.  Her second book There’s A Squirrel in my Tummy will be released August 2016.

Tammy proudly served as a member of the United States Air Force, serving both stateside and internationally.  While serving, she was the recipient of the John L. Levitow Award for leadership.  She also served during Operation Desert Storm.

Jackie Hatten is a Licensed Practicing Clinical Counselor at the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. She received her Masters of Clinical Counseling from The Ohio State University. She has been practicing for 9 years. She specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, couples counseling, self esteem issues, and success coaching. She sees adolescents (14-17) and adults.

Edwin Huston has practiced in Central Ohio for 8 years treating adults and adolescence. He can provide short term consultations or on-going therapy to individuals experiencing issues ranging from adjustment issues to schizophrenia. He has specializations with addictions, behavioral problems, depression/anxiety, conflict management and relationship problems. He obtained his BA at Ohio Dominican University in Psychology in 2002 and his Masters in Education at The University of Dayton in 2008. During his therapy career he has served The United States Department of Justice and has worked with adults with developmental disabilities.

I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor. I have been in the field over 10 years and still enjoy the work today as much as I did when I first started. I completed my undergraduate and graduate programs at The Ohio State University. I have clinical experience working with adolescents and adults. I have received specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multi-dimensional family therapy. My training and experience also include treating the following; substance use, childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, stress management, and issues related to life’s challenges that we all experience. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches based on what will be most effective with the client I’m working with. My belief is that everyone can find a place of contentment and inner peace if they develop the proper tools to help them do the work.

Katherine Penty is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at The Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. She received her Master of Science Degree in Social Agency Counseling from the University of Dayton then went on to complete additional Clinical Counseling courses at Ashland Seminary. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Cedarville University since 1987. Katherine has practiced as a Registered Nurse in both the home setting w/ adults struggling w/ dementia or other mental health challenges and the inpatient behavioral health setting for adults, children and adolescents. Since obtaining her Master’s Degree in Counseling in 1997 she has worked to improve the lives of children, teens, young and mature adults in both private and community mental health practices, employee assistance, adults in skilled / extended care, children and teens in foster care, foster caregivers and all members of the adoption triad including children and teen adoptees, adult adoptees, birth and adoptive parents. Katherine is an adoptive parent herself. She enjoys her time being a parent, also spending time enjoying extended family and friends, the natural beauty of the outdoors, being adventurous as a lifelong learner and expressing herself through creative arts. Katherine is available to work with children 5 years of age and up through teenage, young, mid and older adults with a wide variety of issues.

Sharon received her MSW from West Virginia University in 1984 with a focus in children and families.  She interned in Pleasant Valley mental health in Fairmont West Virginia.  She received her BSW from Capital University in 1983 and had internships with Gahanna Counseling and St. Stephen’s Community House.  Sharon has been independently licensed since August 17, 1990.

Out of graduate school, Sharon worked 4 years at Franklin County Children’s Services on an Unruly Unit with primarily unruly and delinquent youth.  This required collaboration with the courts, probation officers and other community resources.  Sharon also worked for St. Vincent’s Family Center for 16 years.  She provided counseling to a wide variety of ages of children from early developmental assessments with children under three to ongoing services for children up through late teens.  She did individual therapy, family therapy and group therapy focusing on depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, disrupted  family issues, COA, divorce, grief, family dynamics issues, and specialized in the treatment of Juvenile Sex Offenders ages 6 to 21.  Sharon provided Prevention, Consultation and Education services to several Catholic schools on the Westside of Columbus over 9 years.  Sharon is currently employed at nationwide Children’s Hospital Behavioral Health where she has been for 12 years.  She provides therapy to children and their families with a wide variety of issues such as mood disorders, anxiety, behavioral problems, adoption issues, medical issues, grief, adjustment issues and parenting.  She has lead parenting groups for parents with children with mood disorders.  She provides family therapy to families with complex issues.  Sharon is trained in CBT and was selected to be part of the CBT initiative at NCH.  She runs CBT educational small groups with staff to strengthen their application of CBTskills.

Sharon works on a part-time basis to be able to do marital therapy and work with adults specifically.  Sharon has 32 years of experience in providing mental health therapy in the Central Ohio Community.   

Gregory is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with a Masters of Education in Clinical Counseling from the University of Dayton.  Greg joined The Center for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in December 2017, following an 18 year career working for several behavioral health and government agencies specializing in the treatment of addiction issues as well as acute psychiatric disorders.  Gregory has worked in the behavioral health field in both the direct care and administrative capacity with a special focus on patient care system development and implementation of clinical staff training and development.  Gregory has been on staff at several Bachelor’s and Master’s level behavioral health focused programs including Capital University and The University of Dayton.  Gregory works with children, adolescents and adults and specializes in the treatment of several disorders utilizing evidence based and informed approaches.  Gregory possesses a wealth of experience and clinical skills that allow him to work effectively and to connect with patients in a meaningful and therapeutic manner.

Gregg Richards is a licensed Clinical Counselor with over thirty years’ experience.  Mr. Richards earned a Master’s in Social Agency Counseling in 1976 and attended the University of Arkansas and the Ohio State University where he completed extensive course work toward a Ph.D. in Psychology (degree not completed).  He has worked in private practice settings as well as several social service agencies in the capacity of counselor and consultant. 

Originally trained as a traditional counselor, Mr. Richards has taken additional course work as well as continuing education courses to be competent in many Cognitive Behavioral approaches and techniques.   He understands the needs of individuals living with depression and anxiety and is prepared to assist them on the road to a more productive, satisfactory life. 

Cara Roggenkamp is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from Miami University and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Dayton in 2015. During this time, Cara participated in internships at Dublin Springs Hospital and The Village Network, where she became employed after graduating. During this time, Cara worked in the foster care program providing counseling services to children, foster parents, and biological families before becoming employed with CCBT/Trinity Family Counseling. Cara mostly works with children, adolescents, teens, and their families; as well as young adults. Areas of focus include adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and sensory difficulties. 

Kathleen “Kathy” Satira is a Licensed Practicing Clinical Counselor (Supervisor) at the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy.  She received her Masters of Clinical Counseling from the University of Dayton.  She has been practicing for over 10 years. 

She specializes in mood disorders, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, PTSD, behavioral issues, ADHD and family conflicts.  She is also certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.  She sees children (5 thru 12), adults and families.

Mr. Grant L. Schroeder has been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 1997 and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor since 1987. He is adept at facilitating a strong therapeutic alliance with his patients and uses cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness practices in assisting patients resolve their difficulties and issues.

He has provided services for youth and adults in outpatient and inpatient settings. He is highly experienced in working with substance abuse issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, workplace conflict and stressors, and developmental issues across the lifespan.

He served for many years as the clinical director for a large substance abuse and mental health agency in Columbus where he developed integrated mental health and substance abuse services, evidence and science-based treatment services, and provided supervision and training for the undergraduate and graduate students for several colleges and universities.

Eva Shinka is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (supervisor). She joins the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy after having been in practice for 16 years in Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina and Ohio. She has 12 years of experience working with active duty service members, veterans and their and families. Eva completed her master’s level internship at the Chalmers P. Wylie VA Clinic in Columbus, OH.  She worked at Fleet and Family Support Center as a clinical social worker and served as Director at FOCUS Project at Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport, MS. Eva also worked at the Office of Family Policy at the Pentagon as a Program Analyst.  Most recently, she served as the of Lead Family Therapists and TBI Social Work Case Managers at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD where she served patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and psychological health. She holds a Master of social work from The Ohio State University.

Eva’s practice focuses on working with individuals, couples and families as well as adolescents ages 12-18. Areas of clinical focus includes traumatic brain injury (TBI), adjustment to illness, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, managing stress and triggers, parenting, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), relationships, sleep and trauma.

Eva works with her clients to create opportunities for self-exploration and greater awareness by making connections with symptoms, moods and the mind and body. She works to provide couples and families with a shared language and common understanding by identifying goals to improve communication, emotional regulation, and problem solving.

Noam Shpancer is a PhD at the Center for Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. He received his doctorate from Purdue. He has been practicing for 18 years. He specializes in anxiety disorders in adults.

I embrace the opportunity to partner with individuals and couples facing challenges on their journey. Through empowering clients as they directly face life’s challenges they are able to explore solutions, find balance and experience harmony as they heal and establish a deeper, healthier, connection with their loved ones. My goal is to educate, support and inspire you to unwrap the issues that bind you to your current suffering and help you develop skills, insights and action plans to keep you moving in the direction of your highest intention.

I utilize Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, EMDR, and Strength Based modalities. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults and couples facing a broad range of issues to include: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, childhood abuse (emotional, physical, sexual) wounds, aging, chronic pain/illness, and recovery. We are far more capable than we imagine. We often underestimate the connection between our thoughts, beliefs and behaviors. They are intimately tied and influence our perspective. Obstacles are opportunities for us to grow! If you allow me to join your journey, I hope to aspire you to grow in to your highest self!

Drew Travis LISW-S, LICDC-CS

         I have worked in the community mental health and community addiction agency setting for over 25 years in the Columbus, Ohio area. I have both the Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor and the Licensed Independent Social worker with Supervision Endorsement. I am a Crisis Prevention Institute Master Level Trainer. I am also an Internationally Certified Gambling Counselor. 

      I have significant experience in treating patients, with complex diagnoses which commonly include a mental health disorder, substance use disorder, PTSD and traumatic brain injury. I have worked in a crisis community mental health setting, correctional settings, as well as primary addiction treatment centers.