Our Team
Jordan Bekelja
LPCC, M. Ed
Hi! I am Jordan an LPCC.
I would describe myself as a warm and compassionate therapist that is focused on understanding my clients and bringing them the insight they need to make change.
The clients I tend to work with include those that overthink, struggle with anxiety/depression, struggle finding themselves or their purpose, feel lost, or struggle with trauma.
As we work together clients will receive solution focused feedback, and work towards a greater connection to their authentic selves, their bodies, and goals that align with their values.
My therapeutic focus is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), while incorporating holistic and somatic approaches to encompass care for the whole person. I also offer two types of energy healing, Access Bars Therapy and Reiki, for those wanting to treat the whole body. Energy healing is a holistic practice that helps clients to find balance, heal and remove blockages from the body.
A client can always expect a warm, comforting, and safe environment where they feel heard and understood.
If the type of therapy I described above fits what you're looking for, please reach out! I am grateful to have the opportunity to be a small part in your journey towards a better version of you.
Reid Troxel
LSW, MSW
Reid Troxel is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
He received his bachelor’s degree in Psychology From Ohio University and his Master’s Degree in Social Work form Case Western Reserve.
Reid has worked with adolescents and adults in PHP and IOP for the past few years. He is looking forward to focusing on more one on one sessions with his clients.
Reid has expertise in working with the LGBTQIA+ community along with couples. He also helps his clients through anxiety, depression, trauma and challenging life transitions.
Maximino Cortes
MSSA, LISW-S, LICDC-CS
Mr. Maximino Cortes earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Cleveland State University in 1993 and a Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA) from the Case Western Reserve University, Mandel School of Applied Sciences, in 1996.
He is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S) and a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC-CS) in the state of Ohio.
He has over 34 years of experience in clinical social work and over 20 years in clinical supervision. He has served as is a clinical supervisor for 25 years for a non-profit community-based organization in the greater Cleveland area. He has over 32 years of experience working with the Hispanic/Latino population in out-patient mental health and chemical dependency community-based programs.
Mr. Cortes has also served as an out-patient mental health therapist and substance abuse counselor for a private practice agency in Cuyahoga County for the last 12 years.
He currently serves as a field instructor for the undergraduate and graduate social work programs at Cleveland State University and the Case Western Reserve University social work master’s degree program.
Mr. Cortes has volunteered with the Youth of Hope Ministry of the Sacred Family Parish in Cleveland and has served as a mentor for the Big Brother/Big Sisters of greater Cleveland.
He currently utilizes best practice and researched based therapeutic interventions in the treatment of children, youth, and families in the fields of mental health and substance abuse counseling.
Tiffany Huskins
LSW, MSW
Tiffany Huskins is a Licensed Social Worker with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Baldwin Wallace University and a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. She provides compassionate, client-centered therapy for adolescents (ages 12 and up) through adulthood. Tiffany supports individuals navigating a range of challenges, including mood disorders, life transitions, and grief.
Tiffany has a special focus on women’s issues, including pregnancy, pregnancy loss, birth, and the transition to motherhood. She is LGBTQ+ affirming and committed to creating a safe, inclusive environment where clients feel seen and supported as they explore their next steps.
Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), Tiffany partners with clients to foster insight, healing, and meaningful growth.
Gabi Barth
APRN, PMHNP- BC
Gabi Barth is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been working in the mental health field since 2016. With a deep commitment to compassionate, client-centered care, she brings extensive experience supporting children, teens, and young adults through a wide range of mental health challenges.
Throughout her career, Gabi has worked across diverse clinical settings, honing a special passion for working with individuals on the autism spectrum, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those navigating complex diagnoses such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. She strives to create a welcoming, affirming space where clients can feel heard, respected, and empowered in their healing journey.
While skilled in psychopharmacology, Gabi also believes in a holistic approach to mental health care. She enjoys discussing non-medication strategies to improve depression and anxiety, including lifestyle changes, mindfulness practices, sleep hygiene, nutrition, and movement-based interventions.
Whether you're exploring new treatment options or continuing your care, Gabi is dedicated to working collaboratively to find a path that supports your goals and values.
Kim Kocuba
Life Coach
Kim's willingness to listen and see the potential in everyone is a special gift. Like most people, her journey is paved with blessings but also struggles and unfortunate situations that were out of her control. Learning from that is a wisdom that only comes from working through it. Kim's understanding of the importance of beliefs, boundaries, rest and renewal is an offering for everyone.
Are you restless? Do you need direction? She would love to talk it through with you.
Kim can provide real life advice and tools for your life.
Sometimes all you need is someone to listen and care.
Would you like to talk about it?
Nathan Lewis
LCDC III, BA
Nathan (Nate) Lewis specializes in working with adults who are struggling with substance use, but is also experienced in working with anxiety and depression.
Nathan has individual and group inpatient and outpatient treatment experience.
Nathan incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, but takes an individualized approach to meet each client's needs.
Mykia Hickman
APRN, PMHNP-BC
With over 17 years of experience in the mental health field, I am a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric care. For the past three years, I have worked as a Nurse Practitioner, providing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and medication management for individuals across the lifespan. Prior to that, I spent 14 years as a Registered Nurse in mental health settings, where I gained extensive experience working with diverse populations and complex psychiatric conditions.
My clinical expertise includes treating patients with severe mental illnesses, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and conduct disorder. I have worked with both adult and pediatric patients, ranging in age from 10 to 60, tailoring care plans to meet individual needs with a holistic and evidence-based approach.
I am passionate about reducing stigma around mental illness and committed to helping patients achieve stability and improved quality of life through empathetic, person-centered care.
Mallory Zabor
APRN, PMHNP- BC
Hey there! I’m Mallory—a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes in treating the whole person: mind, body, and soul. Nothing lights me up more than helping people find their own rhythm, balance, and joy in the healing process.
When I’m not in session, I’m usually chasing after my energetic 7-year-old (who doubles as my personal trainer) or catering to two very entitled dogs who think they own the place. I’m also a proud tie-dye addict, nature junkie, and lover of creek walks, especially in the sweet spots of summer and fall.
I’m so excited to be joining Casting Hope and can’t wait to walk alongside patients as they write the next chapter of their story—with support, self-discovery, and maybe even a little laughter along the way.
Rachel Wink and Bailey
LSW, MSSA
Rachel Wink is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
Rachel received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Social Work Masters Degree from Case Western Reserve University.
Rachel specializes in working with kids and adolescents, though has worked with clients of all ages.
Rachel also has expertise in working with individuals with disabilities and strives to make all clients feel safe and heard, meeting clients where they are.
Rachel has expertise in, but not limited to working clients through emotional dysregulation, anxiety, anger, trauma, grief, ADHD, divorce and challenging life transitions.
Rachel utilizes many types of therapy modalities and uses the type that benefits the client. Some of these therapies include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Counseling, Play Therapy, and parent coaching.
Raquel Lopez
Certified Life Coach
With over a decade of experience in leadership positions at various corporations, Raquel knows one undeniable truth: change and achieving goals is only possible when someone truly believes in themselves and their capabilities. As a Life Coach, Raquel’s mission is to assist women to reclaim their inner vision of what their best life looks like, develop a path to achieve goals and establish habits that will sustain their dream life.
Raquel believes that when our inner, most real version of us is aligned with passion and love, our outside world transforms. Together we will embark on one of the most difficult, yet beautifully rewarding, journeys of your life: reconnecting with and loving yourself.
Hope Shotwell
Founder and Certified Christian Life Coach
Hope’s compassion and empathy towards the hurting, lost and broken has helped lead her where she is today. With over 10 years’ experience in Behavioral Health Management and 25 years of Leadership roles, she decided to follow her passion and open a Behavioral Health Practice.
She strives to make the practice an inviting and relaxing environment, where clients feel welcome and truly cared about. She prides herself in placing patients with clinicians that she feels would be best suited for their needs. She knows first-hand how important quality mental health care is and will do whatever is in her power to provide it to their patients.
Hope’s Leadership and passion for helping others allow her to pursue her God given purpose of guiding others through coaching. Her field of favor is guiding women through transitions in their lives and helping them find their self-worth, voice and showing them how to heal from the damage of self-sabotage and narcissistic, toxic relationships. Hope also helps those who struggle with Adult ADHD, as she personally knows the struggle is real!
As the founder of Casting Hope Therapy Group, Inc. She believes that this practice was truly all God. He set the plan in motion, and she FINALLY followed his lead.
“ We are casting a lifeline to anyone who needs it. We are Hope Casters, we want to reach the masses.”
Her door is always open and she welcomes any and all feedback.
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Casting Hope Therapy Group is always looking for qualified individuals to join our growing team. If helping people is a passion of yours, send us your resume @ Info@castinghopetherapy.com