Get to Know our Providers and Therapists

Phillip Connors is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who received his training at Lincoln Memorial University. He has experience working as an RN in both Emergency and Psychiatric settings and working as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in acute psychiatric hospitals, Partial Hospitalization Programs, Intensive Outpatient Programs, and traditional outpatient settings. He values continuing education to stay up to date on care and using evidence based practice to provide optimal care.

Leslie Houser is a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) and a Certified Personality Disorder Treatment Provider with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. Before becoming a licensed counselor Leslie worked as a teacher and served as a school counselor for many years, which provided her with valuable insight into the educational system and the unique challenges faced by students, families, and educators.

Leslie specializes in providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families, working with clients of all ages and a wide range of diagnoses. With a rich background in both inpatient and outpatient settings, Leslie has supported clients in high-acuity crisis situations as well as those striving to enhance their quality of life.

Her therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy, all grounded in a person-centered philosophy. This diverse and adaptive method ensures that each client’s unique needs and goals are at the forefront of the therapeutic process.

Leslie is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges, build resilience, and embrace personal growth. Drawing on extensive experience in both education and mental health, Leslie brings a compassionate and well-rounded perspective to her work as a therapist.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please don't hesitate to contact us. We are here to help and look forward to hearing from you. Please Call 615-236-2171