Celebrate the person behind the practice
In honor of Mental Health Provider Day, we asked you to tell us the story of a provider who’s left a lasting impact. After reviewing the hundreds of nominations, we’re excited to recognize the practitioners that represent the care and connection of this community.
Meet the winners
Join us in celebrating these practitioners and the impact they’ve made that extends far beyond their sessions. Thank you for the lasting impression you’ve made.
Dr. Carmen Alonso
Madison, WI
Nominated by Dr. Heather A.
A psychologist and 6th-degree black belt, Dr. Carmen founded a non-profit that blends martial arts and mindfulness to help survivors of trauma and those within the prison system find a path to healing.
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Kevin Scott, MSW, LSWA
North Attleboro, MA
Nominated by Latoya S.
After growing up in a neighborhood shaped by gun violence, Kevin transformed his lived experience into a professional mission to help others navigate generational trauma and find stability.
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Dr. Lee Wells, LCSW
Chicago, IL
Nominated by Dr. David M.
Dr. Lee established a practice that prioritizes clinician well-being and longevity, while serving as a leading advocate for LGBTQ+ affirming care and social justice.
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More powerful stories that moved us
“I will be forever grateful for the way she held my light when I couldn’t, and for teaching me how to shine it again."
Audrey F.
Nominated by Lynette A.
“She's the kind of therapist you hope your best friend finds."
Tess H.
Nominated by Joshua B.
“Through our work with her, we didn’t just learn how to communicate more effectively—we learned how to love each other better."
Stefanie J.
Nominated by Ana B.
“She is becoming the kind of clinician people remember—the one who helped them feel understood, capable, and less alone."
Meghan T.
Nominated by Lindsay S.
“Parents leave her office not with a label, but with a sense of direction, tools to help their child thrive, and most importantly, hope!"
Agnesa P.
Nominated by Ilona S.
“She has made me want to do for others what she has done for me."
Tana E.
Nominated by Christie S.
“It’s less about grand gestures and more about consistent, human-centered care. She truly listens."
Meredith D.
Nominated by Amy C.
“She builds thinkers rather than creating dependence on techniques, allowing others to wrestle with the clinical process in ways that foster true growth and confidence."
Emily G.
Nominated by Kate A.
“She creates safety in rooms where safety has been shattered."
Stacy C.
Nominated by Sherri D.
“Hiedi goes above and beyond in the simplest but most meaningful ways: she shows up."
Hiedi F. M.
Nominated by Shone T.
“She goes above and beyond to help those who help others and deserves recognition for all of her hard work and the numerous lives she has saved through her contributions."
Julia D.
Nominated by Hayley J.
“Her kindness, patience, gentleness, and warmth saved my life."
Debbie M.
Nominated by Rachel A.
“I will be forever grateful for the way she held my light when I couldn’t, and for teaching me how to shine it again."
Audrey F.
Nominated by Lynette A.
“She's the kind of therapist you hope your best friend finds."
Tess Hutchinson
Nominated by Joshua B.
“Through our work with her, we didn’t just learn how to communicate more effectively—we learned how to love each other better."
Stefanie J.
Nominated by Ana B.
“She is becoming the kind of clinician people remember—the one who helped them feel understood, capable, and less alone."
Meghan T.
Nominated by Lindsay S.
“Parents leave her office not with a label, but with a sense of direction, tools to help their child thrive, and most importantly, hope!"
Agnesa P.
Nominated by Ilona S.
“She has made me want to do for others what she has done for me."
Tana E.
Nominated by Christie S.
“It’s less about grand gestures and more about consistent, human-centered care. She truly listens."
Meredith D.
Nominated by Amy C.
“She builds thinkers rather than creating dependence on techniques, allowing others to wrestle with the clinical process in ways that foster true growth and confidence."
Emily G.
Nominated by Kate A.
“She creates safety in rooms where safety has been shattered."
Stacy C.
Nominated by Sherri D.
“Hiedi goes above and beyond in the simplest but most meaningful ways: she shows up."
Hiedi F. M.
Nominated by Shone T.
“She goes above and beyond to help those who help others and deserves recognition for all of her hard work and the numerous lives she has saved through her contributions."
Julia D.
Nominated by Hayley J.
“Her kindness, patience, gentleness, and warmth saved my life."
Debbie M.
Nominated by Rachel A.
Mental health providers show up every day to support others. We’re proud to support the people behind the practice.
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