Youngstown

Outpatient Clinician

Cherese Patterson, PMHNP

Cherese Patterson is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services and medication management to adults. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Kent State University in Kent, Ohio, and brings over 16 years of experience in diverse mental health settings to her clinical practice.

Cherese is passionate about delivering quality, comprehensive care that meets each client where they are. She currently works with adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, and more. Her approach emphasizes trust, empathy, and connection—believing deeply in the importance of truly listening so that clients feel heard, valued, and understood.

Whether you're seeking support through life’s challenges or help navigating a mental health condition, Cherese provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth.

Outpatient Clinician

Beth Layman, LSW, LICD-CS

Hello, I’m Beth Layman. I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor – Clinical Supervisor (LICDC-CS), with over 26 years of experience supporting individuals and families facing mental health and substance use challenges.

My journey into this field began 27 years ago, during a difficult chapter in my own life. I was referred to a treatment agency where I met counselors who profoundly changed my life. They helped me believe in myself, recognize that I matter, and, most importantly, realize that “I can.” That experience inspired a complete transformation in my life—and a promise: that one day, I would give to others what was so generously given to me.

That promise has guided my work ever since. My mantra in this journey has become: “Freedom to Fly, Power to Begin Again.”

As a dual diagnosis therapist, I specialize in working with individuals experiencing both mental health and substance use issues. I’ve had the privilege of working with adolescents (16+), adults, women, men, couples, and families. I’ve supported clients through a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, anger management, impulse control issues, schizophrenia, life transitions, chronic pain, grief, and codependency.

Sometimes, you may not have a label for what you're going through—you just know you need a safe space to talk and process. If that’s where you are, I’m here to walk alongside you. Together, we can work toward clarity, healing, and the goals you hope to achieve.

Outpatient Clinician

Madeline Phillips, LPC

I’m Madeline Phillips, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Ohio. My therapy approach is rooted in compassion and evidence-based practices, focusing on helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions.

With over 10 years of experience in family, individual, and group counseling, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse clients from various backgrounds and life stages. I believe that healing happens best within a supportive, collaborative therapeutic relationship, where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.

I am dedicated to guiding my clients toward lasting well-being by helping them build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and uncover their inner strengths. Whether you’re facing difficult emotions, struggling with addiction, or adjusting to major life changes, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Together, we’ll work to create a personalized path that honors your unique experiences and goals, helping you move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.

Outpatient Clinician

Angela Swolsky, LMFT, LCDCII

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor specializing in the relational dynamics that influence the challenges faced by individuals, couples, and families. My therapeutic approach is rooted in systemic and evidence-based practices, drawing from narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.

Under the supervision of Dr. Heather Katafiasz, Ph.D., I work to de-pathologize and externalize problems—creating a collaborative, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to create meaningful and lasting change. My clinical philosophy centers on empathy, collaboration, and deep respect for the strengths each client brings into the therapeutic process.

With extensive experience across outpatient, telehealth, and institutional settings, I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of populations—from adolescents to older adults. I address a variety of concerns, including substance use, mental health issues, trauma, and complex family dynamics. In both individual and group settings, I guide clients in developing SMART goals and support them in creating new narratives that align with their values and vision for the future.

I hold a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University, where I was inducted into Delta Kappa, the International Honor Society for Marriage and Family Therapy. Beyond clinical practice, I have contributed to wellness programming, authored the Client Companion Guide to Reclaim Your Brain, and facilitated community-based recovery initiatives, including the My Family Recovers program in partnership with the Cleveland Police Department.