Dr. Lauren Elder, PhD, ABPP (she/her)
OWNER, LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
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Dr. Lauren Elder is committed to providing neurodiversity affirming and trauma informed care to her clients. Her approach to therapy is flexible, client-centered, and strengths based. Therapy goals can include management of anxiety and depression, unmasking, managing sensory needs, and building skills in self-advocacy. She is a clear and direct communicator and works to provide clients with a high level of support. Many of Dr. Elder’s clients are young children struggling with emotional regulation and late-diagnosed and/or high masking autistic adults, including those experiencing autistic burnout. Dr. Elder also works with those with significant mental health challenges such as PTSD, schizoaffective and dissociative disorders. She provides play therapy, individual, parent support, family and couples. In addition to her work as a provider at Ascent, Dr. Elder works as a consultant to foundations, corporations, and government agencies, delivering trainings on a variety of neurodiversity and mental health topics.
Dr. Elder is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Ohio (#P.08297) and California (#26523). She is also a member of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, an interstate compact designed to facilitate the practice of telepsychology across state boundaries. Clients residing in PsyPact participating states may schedule with Dr. Elder for therapy and assessment services.
Identities: Neurodivergent, in a relationship with a neurodivergent partner, mother and bonus mom to neurodivergent children
Specialties: Affirming assessment and therapy, neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, PDA, intellectual disabilities), severe mental illness and trauma, all ages (infant-seniors), families, couples
Dr. Brittany “Britt” Pope, PsyD (she/her)
POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE
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Dr. Brittany "Britt" Pope is a postdoctoral associate with over 10 years of experience in mental health. She has a Master’s degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling and a PsyD in Counseling Psychology. Dr. Pope understands the importance of a positive therapeutic rapport and seeks to establish a strong relationship with each and every one of her clients. She utilizes an integrative approach, combining Interpersonal Processing Therapy and affirming Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, to provide experiential and skills-based therapy that supports your journey to mental wellness. In addition to her considerable experience providing mental health services to the neurodivergent population, she also specializes in postpartum and perinatal care, perinatal loss, and women’s health concerns.
In Alaska, Dr. Pope is a Licensed Professional Counselor (#113884) with a Temporary Psychologist License (#216818). As Ascent, her clinical work is supervised by Dr. Lauren Elder, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, #P.08297 (OH) as she pursues her Ohio licensure.
Identities: Native American and Irish, neurodivergent, infertility warrior, mother of neurodivergent children
Specialties: psychological Evaluations for ADHD, autism, educational, specific learning disabilities,
Amy Glubzinski, LISW-S, M.Ed (she/her)
LICENSED INDEPENDENT SOCIAL WORKER
PHD PRACTICUM STUDENT
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Amy Glubzinski is licensed independent social worker and School Psychology PhD student at the University of Cincinnati. She was named a 2023 Health Care Hero by the Cincinnati Business Courier for her work in pediatric mental health services. As a licensed independent social worker, Amy has extensive experience working in the pediatric mental health field, including early childhood therapy, day treatment, and crisis counseling. She completed her first master’s degree in social work at the University of Pittsburgh followed by her second master’s degree in math education at the University of Cincinnati. In addition to her work at Ascent, Amy is a Pediatric Mental Health Urgent Care Therapist at the Children’s Home of Cincinnati.
Amy Glubzinski is a licensed independent social worker and supervisor in the state of Ohio, #I.1600235-SUPV. As a doctoral practicum student, her clinical work is supervised by Dr. Lauren Elder, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, #P.08297 (OH).
Identities: White, female, neurotypical (ish)
Specialties: play based therapy, parent child dyadic therapy, collaborative problem solving, trauma, emotion coaching, neurodivergent affirming psychological assessment
Jordan “JP” Pollard, MSW, M.Ed (he/him)
PHD PRACTICUM STUDENT
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Jordan “JP” Pollard School Psychology PhD student at the University of Cincinnati. He completed his first master’s degree in social work at the University of Pittsburgh, where he was awarded the Edith Baker Fellowship, specializing in integrated health care to bridge the gap between physical health, mental health, and health behavior. Following his master’s program, JP was awarded the Heinz Fellowship, a social justice oriented fellowship that works with students in urban schools in collaboration with teachers, staff, and school leaders to support students in academic, social, and emotional growth. JP later earned a second master’s degree in education at the University of Cincinnati. As a Ph.D student, JP has been awarded the Provost Fellowship and earned the role of Senior Research Assistant in the Health-Education-Justice (HEJ) lab, which focuses on the social determinants of health, seeking to understand and mitigate the consequences of mass incarceration on child and family education and health.
Jordan “JP’” Pollard’s clinical work is supervised by Dr. Lauren Elder, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, #P.08297 (OH).
Identities: Neurodivergent, Black, justice-oriented.
Specialties: affirming psychological testing (children, teens, adults), neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, PDA), newly diagnosed autism, unmasking
Kathleen King, M.Ed (she/her)
PHD PRACTICUM STUDENT
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Kathleen King is a School Psychology PhD student at the University of Cincinnati. She received her master’s in education at the University of Cincinnati, where she served as a Adjunct Professor in the school’s Transition and Access (TAP) program, a four-year educational program for students with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Through her collegiate teaching experience and work as a research assistant, she cultivated her data analysis and scientific writing skills. Kathleen has extensive experience working with children, including the development and implementation of an emotion regulation small group program for students in New Richmond Schools. Kathleen is dedicated to a neurodiversity affirming framework with which to provide therapy and assessment services to her clients.
Kathleen King’s clinical work is supervised by Dr. Lauren Elder, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, #P.08297 (OH).
Identities: Graduate student, ciswoman, aunt of neurodivergent kids
Specialties: neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, PDA), children and Adolescents, school and family collaboration
Kathryn Totzke, M.A. (she/her)
PSYD PRACTICUM STUDENT
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Kathryn Totzke is a Clinical Psychology PsyD student at Xavier University. She received her master’s from Xavier University, where she currently supervises and mentors Xavier undergraduate students who lead power- and gender-based violence prevention initiatives across campus such as BRAVE, It’s on X, and Green Dot. In her PsyD program at Xavier, she is dedicated to her research on executive functioning and its impacts on emotional and behavioral regulation. As a psychometrist, she administers psychological assessments for the Ohio Division of Disability Determination. Kathryn has experience working with autistic children, adolescents and adults. Kathryn also offers Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
Kathryn Totzke’s clinical work is supervised by Dr. Lauren Elder, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, #P.08297 (OH).
Identities: Neurodivergent, graduate student, ciswoman
Specialties:. neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, PDA), affirming psychological testing (children, teens, adults), power- and gender-based violence
Avital Sutin, M.A. (she/her)
PSYD PRACTICUM STUDENT
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Avital Sutin is a Clinical Psychology PsyD student at Xavier University. She received her master’s from Xavier University, where she is currently involved in research on executive functioning in classroom settings. She previously participated in research at the University of Connecticut focusing on early detection and universal screenings for young children with autism. Outside of her academic work, Avital engages with her community by participating in fitness classes with neurodivergent adults, promoting wellness and belonging through movement.
Avital Sutin’s clinical work is supervised by Dr. Lauren Elder, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, #P.08297 (OH).
Identities: graduate student, ciswoman, multigenerational family
Specialties: neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism), children and adolescents, affirming psychological testing (children, teens, adults)
Kayley Wagner, MSW, LSW (she/her)
LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER
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Kayley Wagner is a license social worker with a strong background in pediatric mental health care. A graduate of Ohio State University, she has extensive experience working in the non-profit sector, specializing in community-, home-, and school-based care. Her practice is grounded in trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approaches, ensuring comprehensive and empathetic care for her clients. She is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care tailored to the unique needs of her clients.
Kayley Wagner is a licensed social worker in the state of Ohio, #S.2207213. Her clinical work is supervised Amy Glubzinski, LISW-S, #I.1600235-SUPV while she works toward independent licensure.
Identities: Neurodivergent, second-generation Immigrant, multi-racial and multi-cultural family
Specialties: neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism), children and adolescents, families, trauma, parent coaching and support, crisis management
Subspecialties: LGBTQIA+, depression, anxiety, grief, cultural sensitivity
Jenny Elliot MSW, LSW (she/they)
LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER
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Jenny Elliot is a licensed social worker that is deeply committed to creating an affirming space for clients. She uses a person-centered, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive approach that honors each individual’s unique needs, values, and expertise. They received their master’s degree in social work from Indiana University, where they worked as a graduate research assistant on initiatives for preventing child maltreatment. She has worked with children, youth, and adults across a variety of settings, including schools, residential centers, community centers, and centers for neurodivergence. They are currently in the process of becoming a Registered Play Therapist.
Jenny Elliot is a licensed social worker in the state of Ohio, #S.2410457. Her clinical work is supervised Amy Glubzinski, LISW-S, #I.1600235-SUPV while she works toward independent licensure.
Identities: Lesbian, queer, neurodivergent
Specialties: childhood trauma, complex trauma, attachment, anxiety, depression, play therapy approaches
Antoinette “Christy” Walker MSW, LSW (she/her)
LICENSED SOCIAL WORKER
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Christy Walker is a licensed social worker that brings a trauma-informed, person-centered lens to therapy, integrating a variety of approaches to honor each individual’s unique processing style and lived experience. Christy received her master’s in education from Indiana University and her master’s in social work from Miami University. She has worked in diverse settings—including schools, hospitals, community mental health, and management—and brings a wealth of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. Christy provides individual, family, couples, and group therapy, and believes the most vital part of the therapeutic process is a strong, trusting connection between therapist and client. She places high value on the therapeutic relationship, using humor and genuine connection to build rapport and foster deeper exploration of each client’s goals and needs. Warm, compassionate, and humanistic, Christy also brings directness to therapy when needed. She skillfully balances deep empathy with gentle confrontation, helping clients examine opportunities for growth while ensuring they feel safe, cared for, and supported throughout their journey.
Christy Walker is a licensed social worker in the state of Ohio, #S.2410829. Her clinical work is supervised Amy Glubzinski, LISW-S, #I.1600235-SUPV while she works toward independent licensure.
Identities: Neurodivergent, in a relationship with a neurodivergent partner, veteran, dog mom
Specialties: Affirming therapy, neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, PDA, intellectual disabilities), severe mental illness and trauma, newly diagnosed autism, unmasking, play therapy approaches, parent coaching and support, crisis management, all ages, families, couples
Subspecialties: LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, depression, anxiety, professional exploration, life transitions, grief, cultural sensitivity
Kayleigh Cornell (she/her)
EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING & PARENTING COACH
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Kayleigh is a certified coach, doula, and trained tutor with a major in psychology. She takes a holistic approach to each client’s physical and mental health. She helps clients identify their foundational and personal setbacks. Together, they strategize by navigating learning preferences and strengths. Kayleigh teaches life skills that build confidence to face everyday challenges. She supports her clients by recognizing their innate goodness and natural talents as well as encouraging them to unmask and discover their authentic selves.
Identities: Heteroflexible marriage, Mother of four young children
Specialties: communication skills, interpersonal skills, postpartum support, resource direction early childhood development, gentle navigation through trauma
Subspecialties: Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Postpartum support, Resource direction, Early childhood development, Gentle navigation through trauma
Courtney Aviles (she/they)
PRACTICE MANAGER
Courtney is passionate about serving the neurodivergent and LGBTQIA2+ communities. As a former teacher and legal assistant, she brings with her a unique set of experiences that assist her in meeting the needs of our clients. Her background in education gives her a deep understanding of diverse learning styles and communication needs, while her legal experience equips her with strong advocacy skills and attention to detail. Courtney approaches her work with empathy, authenticity, and a commitment to creating affirming spaces where individuals and families feel seen, heard, and supported. She believes in the power of lived experience and works to challenge systems that overlook or marginalize neurodivergent and queer voices.
Identities: Autistic, queer, in a relationship with a neurodivergent partner, parent of two neurodivergent children
Joseph Cundiff (he/him)
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Joseph is a Cincinnati native and student at Cincinnati State. He hopes to one day pursue a career in clinical psychology and takes great pride in his work as one of our practice’s administrative assistants and as our group therapy assistant.
Identities: Neurodivergent, academic