Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone

Who We Serve

Veterans & Active Duty – We serve post-9/11 veterans and anyone who has served in the United States Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves, regardless of discharge status, role while in uniform, or combat experience. We also treat active-duty service members with a TRICARE referral. Family – We serve the entire military family, including parents, siblings, spouses or partners, children, caregivers, and others of veterans and active-duty military.

Although we make a priority of serving post-9/11 veterans, each Cohen Clinic will assess all veterans based on their specific needs. We will make every effort to see pre-9/11 veterans who can be best served by our level of targeted outpatient care, based on clinician availability.

Our Services

Services are provided by culturally competent professionals trained to work specifically with veterans and their families. Veterans and their family members are able to receive services individually and as a family unit with the same treatment team.

The Cohen Clinic provides the following services:

Counseling for individuals, groups, couples, children, and families
Parent consultation
Case management and resource connection
Life skills and wellness groups
Telehealth services that allow access to all services from home or work
Transportation to and from appointments
On-site child watch to support families during clinic visits

The highly skilled clinicians at the Cohen Clinic treat a variety of behavioral health challenges, including:

Depression
Stress
Post-traumatic stress
Substance misuse
Sleep problems
Anxiety disorders
Anger
Grief and loss
Transitional challenges
Relationship and family difficulties

Treatments and brief evidence-based therapies include:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP)

Meet Our Team

Our Cohen Clinic at Centerstone team is led by experienced, culturally competent professionals who are trained to work specifically with veterans and their family members.

Julie Adams, LCSW – Vice President of Specialty Clinics

Julie Adams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over eighteen years of clinical experience in the behavioral health field. Julie joined the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone in Clarksville, TN in October of 2018. Julie spent several years working specifically with military children and their families. Julie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Social Work. Julie currently oversees the clinical and administrative operations for the five Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics at Centerstone in Clarksville, TN, Jacksonville, FL, Fayetteville, NC, Hinesville, GA, and Manhattan, KS. Julie specializes in the treatment of children and families with an emphasis on healthy parenting methods and strong parent-child relationships. Julie has a special interest in resilient relationships and has co-facilitated relationship workshops. Julie designs and implements presentations for child serving professionals. She is trained in delivering several Evidenced Based Treatments and has an ongoing commitment to sound leadership techniques to support staff in their use of best clinical practices. In addition to her responsibilities as Vice President of Specialty Clinics, Julie is committed to engaging in the community. She was a member of CVN Director’s Council, is a 2024 Leadership Clarksville graduate and is a member of the Clarksville Chamber of Commerce.

Alexandra Field, CBHCMS, LCSW-QS – Clinic Director

Alexandra “Alex” Field is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who holds a Master’s in Social Work from University of North Carolina at Charlotte. With ten years of experience in the field, Alex is also a Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager Supervisor and Qualified Supervisor for social workers working toward licensure of their own. Alex’s areas of focus include working with those who have experienced abuse, traumatic experiences, mood and anxiety concerns, and children/adolescents. She has experience in individual, group, and family therapy. Alex has training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), adoption competency, suicide prevention, and Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy for PTSD. Alex enjoys working collaboratively with individuals and families to support them in working toward their individualized goals.

Natasha Schauer, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS-I – Clinical Coordinator

Natasha Schauer is a United States Army Veteran with two Operation Iraqi Freedom deployments. Since finishing her time in service at Fort Bragg in the 82nd Airborne Division as a Non-Commissioned Officer, Natasha has become a clinician dedicated to providing care to military connected individuals. Natasha provides a specialty focus on suicide prevention, crisis management, enhancement of effective parenting, and the treatment of adolescent and childhood conduct, disruptive and mood related disorders. Natasha has specialty training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for adults, adolescents, and children. Natasha has experience in providing trauma informed care and is rostered in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE). Natasha provides specialty child focused interventions and is certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and the Modular Approach to Treatment for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Conduct (MATCH-ADTC). Natasha helps support the system of Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinics at Centerstone by providing internal clinical supervision, documentation support and training.

Deanna Iovino, LCSW – Assistant Director

Deanna Iovino found her calling after just one psychology class prompting her to earn her Master’s in Social Work. She comes to the Cohen Clinic at Centerstone with years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. Her therapeutic approach is to address the underlying root cause and effects of the traumatic events that alter client’s lives, whether these events are due to physical, sexual, or emotional abuse, and any stressors relating to sexual orientation or identity. Utilizing evidence-based practices, Deanna’s primary goal is for clients to thrive in their day to day lives, through personal growth and development of positive relationships.

Peggy Henderson – Office Manager

Peggy Henderson earned her Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University and dedicated over 20 years to the mental health and social work fields. Having grown up in a military family, Peggy identified with many of the challenges that military families face and developed a passion for assisting those who have served our country.

Jennifer Carlomany – Office Coordinator

Jennifer Carlomany is no stranger to military life. She has 29 years of experience with military culture and can relate to the unique challenges our military families face. She has lived all over the world experiencing firsthand the trials and sacrifices a life of service can demand. Jennifer has worked to assist service members of all ranks and supported spouses during deployments. She also understands the concerns military families can endure when transitioning to civilian life. Jennifer most recently worked within the school system, but now, brings her extensive military knowledge to the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone.

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Tawanna Stevens – Office Coordinator

Tawanna was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL. She enjoys working with people and helping ensure that they all have a positive experience from the moment they walk through the door. Tawanna has extensive experience in healthcare administration and client care. As a family member of the military, she has a strong appreciation for service, dedication, and commitment to others. She is currently attending school for OTA (Occupational Therapist Assistant). Outside of work and school, she enjoys spending time with her family and being a mother. She is very passionate about helping others, learning new skills, and continuing to grow both personally and professionally.

Alicia Huff – Billing Coordinator

Alicia was born and raised in Clarksville. She has many family members who have served in the Armed Forces. She has worked in the medical field for over 20 years and in behavioral health since 2015. As a parent of a child with autism, she feels working in this field is the best way to be an advocate. She has had the pleasure of working with many different physicians in Clarksville and she truly enjoys helping people and making sure they leave the office with a smile.

Thomasa Bush, MSW, RCSWI – Intake Coordinator

Thomasa Bush is a navy veteran and an Intake Coordinator. She served as a dental assistant and was trained as a navy corpsman in the United States Navy. She is a recent graduate of our nation’s first school of social work at Simmons University. Before entering graduate school, she was a civil servant at Naval Branch Health Clinic; Mayport, Florida. She served as Wellness & Readiness Liaison for more than 12,700 active-duty service members. For 5 consecutive years, she achieved and maintained readiness for the eastern-seaboard, earning her the East-Coast Regional Civilian of The Year. She was also trained as a Department of Defense Sexual Assault Victim Advocate. Thomasa’s practicum experience includes: Validation and Person-centered Therapies for dementia care; Solution-focused Therapy for rehabilitation, Palliative–care Management; Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Strengths-based Therapy; Children and Adolescent Behavior Therapy; Directive play Therapy; Music Therapy; Art Therapy; Bibliotherapy; and grief and loss counseling. Thomasa is deeply honored and committed to those who serve in our nation’s military. This is why she chose to continue serving our nation’s military and their families, with the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone – Jacksonville team.

Carrie Johnson-Lupson, BA, MSW – Intake Coordinator

Carrie Johnson-Lupson is the spouse of a retired Navy veteran. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The University of Tennessee, her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Georgia, and her Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Central Florida. Carrie has over twenty years of experience working in the social services field with a variety of populations. Carrie completed her clinical internship at The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone and afterwards joined the team as an Intake Coordinator, where she continues to gain clinical experience, training, supervision, and hours for licensure. She is currently trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and intends to gain certification and become skilled in various other forms of evidence-based therapies in order to best serve military members, veterans, and their families.

Diane Stover – Case Manager

Diane Stover has been dedicated to providing assistance to military service members and their families for almost a decade. Her primary focus is engaging veterans and their families to identify their concerns and to provide effective, reliable information and assistance. Diane also develops and retains connections with community resources to provide the best possible network of service, support, and resolution. Diane previously worked at Wounded Warrior Project and the University of North Florida Military and Veterans Resource Center. She has extensive experience supporting individuals with PTSD, TBI, trauma and mental health injuries, transition from military to civilian life along with family and relationship concerns.

Erma Diaz, MS, LMHC – Therapist

Erma Diaz is a proud United States Air Force veteran and an active member of the Air Force Reserves. Following her active-duty service, she pursued her passion for mental health and earned a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida, along with a certificate in Animal-Assisted Intervention/Therapy. Erma is trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She is committed to continuous learning and professional growth to ensure her clients receive the highest level of care. With a dedication to supporting individuals of all ages, Erma brings a unique understanding of the challenges faced by military personnel and their families. Her personal and professional experiences equip her to provide compassionate, effective care tailored to the needs of those she serves.

Kelly Trent, LCSW – Therapist

Kelly Trent is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and earned her Master’s of Social Work from Florida State University. Kelly grew up in a family where her father served in the United States Air Force for over 20 years. She witnessed the opportunities military life provides for families, as well as the challenges faced during active duty and the transition for veterans to civilian life. Kelly’s therapeutic framework is founded in evidence-based techniques, utilizing compassion and collaboration to help patients achieve their goals for improved mental health. She has training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and adoption competency. Kelly has worked in residential treatment facilities for adults recovering from Substance Use Disorders, as well as organizations supporting children and families in the community to address traumatic experiences, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. Kelly is committed to create safe, supportive environments where each person’s unique needs and goals are treated with professionalism, hope, and respect.

Nicole Wells-Cimmino, LCSW-QS – Therapist

Nicole Wells-Cimmino is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has years of experience working with individuals from many walks of life. She believes in working collaboratively with each client as a pro-active advocate never forgetting that each person is unique, and deserving of respect. She is trained in EMDR, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and somatic techniques. Her experience includes working with clients that struggle with grief, loss, depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, domestic violence, PTSD and trauma.

Natalie Byram, LCSW – Therapist

Natalie is the spouse of a disabled veteran, which allows her a unique understanding of the military lifestyle, values, mental health issues, and the associated challenges. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. Natalie has worked with all diagnoses in mental health with a special interest in trauma, completing her internship in a nonprofit agency working with adults, children, and families. Natalie is trained in TF-CBT, Sand tray, EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), internal family systems therapy, and is adoption competent. She utilizes a person-centered approach and has worked with families, groups, and individuals. The primary goal for each of her clients is to identify the underlying causes that are creating problems and help them process these causes and make positive changes in their lives. She notes that her fulfillment comes from observing a client transform from being defined by “what happened to them” to an identity that is defined with a focus on their accomplishments and their increased feelings of self-worth.

Princes McCarther, LCSW – Therapist

Princes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting veterans, military personnel, and their families. As a military spouse, she understands the unique stressors of military life and helps clients navigate these challenges with compassion and expertise. Princes earned her Master’s in Social Work degree from Delaware State University and is highly skilled in a wide range of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing Therapy, EMDR, Brief CBT for Suicide Prevention, Solution Focused Therapy, as well as the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. She has worked with individuals of all ages including children, adolescents, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She has a strong cultural understanding that enables her to effectively work with clients from diverse backgrounds and she is especially skilled at helping clients cope with trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Nikki Robbins, MSW, LCSW – Therapist

Nikki Robbins is a United States Navy Veteran who wants to continue to serve by helping active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. As a Veteran, Nikki understands the unique experiences active-duty personnel endure and the challenges and stressors Veterans encounter upon discharge so she dedicated to assisting others navigate these stressors and difficulties. Nikki earned her Masters of Social Work from the University of North Florida. While an intern with the Clinic, Nikki was focused on training and gaining clinical experience. Now, Nikki is a therapist at the clinic. She is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interview and helps clients cope with anxiety and depression.

Elle Schlittler, MS, LMHC – Therapist

Elle is a United States Navy Veteran who is dedicated to giving back to the military and Veteran community. Elle earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. She used some of her internship time during graduate school to gain experience in families and children as a school therapist, later joining the team at The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone. As a therapist, her goals are to become certified and skilled in evidence-based treatments that are effective for military, Veterans, and their families. She is currently trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Elle has plans to continue her education with a goal of improving the research around mental health and military families, primarily military children.

Jamie Hudgens – Outreach Director

Jamie Hudgens, originally from Charlotte, NC, grew up on Mountain Home Air Force Base in Boise, Idaho, and Pope Air Force Base in Fayetteville, NC. Jamie graduated from Brisbane Academy in Charlotte, NC, and went on to earn an associate’s degree in Liberal Arts from Clinton College in Rock Hill, SC. Jamie later completed a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Criminal Justice at Claflin University in Orangeburg, SC. Currently residing in Jacksonville, Florida, for the past three years, Jamie has worked in outreach and engagement. With a background in the criminal justice field and domestic violence advocacy, Jamie is a National Domestic Violence Advocate and a National Peer Support Specialist. Jamie also has a son-in-law stationed in Savannah, GA, and enjoys spending time with a grandson, as well as nieces and nephews.

Aaron Goletz, MSIT – Data Director

Aaron holds a Master of Science in Information Technology with an emphasis in Data Science. He is a veteran of the Army and the Tennessee National Guard. Aaron is passionate about supporting the noble work of Centerstone clinicians and staff as they provide life-saving care to our nation’s veterans, active-duty service members, military families, and first responders.

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Alex Rivera, BSW – Clinical Intern

Alex is a Master of Social Work intern and United States Army veteran with a strong passion for serving those who have served. He earned his Bachelor of Social Work from the University of North Florida, where he continues his education. He brings both professional experience and a personal understanding of military culture to his work.

During his service in the Military, he worked as an Advanced Early Warning System Operator and had the opportunity to serve in South Korea. His military background has shaped his commitment to support veterans, service members, and their families through the unique challenges they may encounter.

For the past several years, he has dedicated his professional career to working with the veteran population, building meaningful connections, and helping individuals access resources and support. As he continues his journey at the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone, he looks forward to making a positive impact in the lives of veterans and military families.

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Julie Adams, LCSW – Vice President of Specialty Clinics

Alexandra Field, CBHCMS, LCSW-QS – Clinic Director

Natasha Schauer, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS-I – Clinical Coordinator

Deanna Iovino, LCSW – Assistant Director

Peggy Henderson – Office Manager

Jennifer Carlomany – Office Coordinator

Tawanna Stevens – Office Coordinator

Alicia Huff – Billing Coordinator

Thomasa Bush, MSW, RCSWI – Intake Coordinator

Carrie Johnson-Lupson, BA, MSW – Intake Coordinator

Diane Stover – Case Manager

Erma Diaz, MS, LMHC – Therapist

Kelly Trent, LCSW – Therapist

Nicole Wells-Cimmino, LCSW-QS – Therapist

Natalie Byram, LCSW – Therapist

Princes McCarther, LCSW – Therapist

Nikki Robbins, MSW, LCSW – Therapist

Elle Schlittler, MS, LMHC – Therapist

Jamie Hudgens – Outreach Director

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