Meet The Team

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Kayla Bundy, our Practice Manager, brings over four years of experience in healthcare administration. She excels in managing patient records, ensuring HIPAA compliance, and optimizing front-office operations to enhance patient care and reduce wait times. Kayla is dedicated to helping you get set up with a provider, verifying insurance, scheduling appointments, and handling all other office administrative tasks. Her commitment to leveraging her expertise aims to continuously improve healthcare delivery systems, ensuring a seamless experience for both patients and staff.

Ryan Bullard is the owner and founder of BeHealthy Counseling. Ryan's educational journey has included the attainment of a Graduate Degree from Rutgers University, School of Professional Studies, and an undergraduate degree from The University of West Florida.

Ryan's expertise spans a diverse spectrum of mental health domains. He is not only certified but also brings profound experience to the table in the realms of perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, with a dedicated focus on maternal mental health (PMH-C). Moreover, his compassionate approach shines in addressing a myriad of challenges, including trauma, personality disorders, particularly Borderline Personality Disorder, the complexities of teenage emotions, depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, domestic violence, and eating disorders.

Ryan is actively working towards completing his Psy.D. (Psychology Doctorate Degree), further enhancing his capabilities in the field. Ryan is also board certified (BCD). He is also a Department of Health, Board Approved Qualified Clinical Supervisor for Mental Health and Clinical Social Work. His professional licenses span to Florida, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.

Becky Patterson, is a passionate Licensed Clinician with a Master’s degree from UWF, specializing in Substance Use Disorder. She employs a solution-focused, strengths-based approach to guide clients in harnessing their own tools for success. With experience working with a diverse clientele—including children, teenagers, and adults—Becky addresses a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and bereavement.

Her commitment to supporting clients in becoming their best selves is evident in her empathetic and tailored approach to mental health care. Known for her exceptional integrity and honesty, Becky consistently demonstrates dedication and ethical practice, making her a trusted and highly respected professional in the field.

Mya Brown, MS, is a Mental Health Therapist specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. She holds a graduate degree from Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy, MA. Mya brings experience working with diverse populations in community mental health settings. She provides individual, couples, and family counseling through both in-person and telehealth sessions, utilizing various techniques tailored to best suit each patient, including CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy. Mya is dedicated to supporting her patients' mental health and well-being with a compassionate and personalized approach. Mya is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with the Florida Department of Health.

*In Florida a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, often called provisional licensure, is an individual who has completed a master’s degree in mental health counseling and is gaining the required supervised experience to become a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Under supervision, they work to complete 1,500 hours of face-to-face counseling and 100 hours of supervision, which is required by law.*

Catherine Cobb, MSW is deeply committed to helping individuals overcome past trauma, manage emotions, process thoughts, and navigate their unique experiences. She understands that working through PTSD, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and anger can be particularly challenging when done alone. Catherine utilizes a combination of trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, art therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy techniques to support clients in reaching their goals and aspirations.

Catherine holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Mars Hill University (2011) and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Florida State University. With over 20 years of experience, she has worked with children, their families, adolescents, and adults in various settings. Her experience spans providing intensive in-home mental health services, couples therapy, foster care services, homeless shelters, hospice care, and grief and bereavement support.

Catherine is dedicated to guiding individuals through difficult phases in their lives, empowering them to move toward a more positive and healthier state of being.

*In Florida a Registered Clinical Social Work - Intern, often called provisional licensure, is an individual who has completed a master’s degree from an accredited University and is gaining the required supervised experience to become licensed. Under supervision, they work to complete 1,500 hours of face-to-face counseling, independently, and 100 hours of supervision, which is required by law.*

Shelby Decker, MSW, is a dedicated Mental Health Therapist with a focus on maternal mental health, postpartum care, and behavioral health. She holds a degree from Western New Mexico University and specializes in working with children as young as 5, teens, and adults, conducting biopsychosocial assessments, diagnosing based on DSM criteria, and creating individualized treatment plans.  Her background includes working with clients of all ages, from early intervention services for children to intensive outpatient services for adolescents and their families. Shelby's experience spans various therapeutic settings, including equine therapy, community mental health, and autism services. She is a compassionate and versatile clinician who tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each client.

*In Florida a Registered Clinical Social Work - Intern, often called provisional licensure, is an individual who has completed a master’s degree from an accredited University and is gaining the required supervised experience to become licensed. Under supervision, they work to complete 1,500 hours of face-to-face counseling, independently, and 100 hours of supervision, which is required by law.*

Casey Gasbarro is a Graduate Student Clinical Intern currently pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) at the University of West Florida, set to graduate in 2025. Casey works under the direct clinical supervision of Ryan Bullard. She has a strong passion for mental health research, and Casey is committed to enhancing mental health resources and reducing stigma surrounding mental health care. Her unique background as a United States Air Force medic adds a valuable combination of clinical skills and leadership experience to her practice.

Casey embraces a solution-focused, strengths-based approach, prioritizing identifying and utilizing individual strengths to promote well-being. She is devoted to serving diverse populations with empathy and cultural competence, employing a person-in-environment philosophy that highlights holistic views, contextual understanding, and advocacy. Through her practice, Casey aims to drive positive change and personal growth, providing individualized interventions to support and empower individuals and their communities. She is dedicated to making a meaningful impact and fostering empowerment in those she serves.

Casey is able to offer significantly reduce rates.