PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Jennifer Hounshell, LMFT, QS

Jennifer graduated from Central Connecticut State University with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is also the Program Director of Center For Discovery’s eating disorder treatment facility. Her passion is to help those in need and to do so in the most effective person centered way. She has worked as a psychotherapist in a multitude of settings across many states on the East coast. Programs include child, adolescent, and adult outpatient, intensive outpatient, telehealth therapy, substance abuse, and rehabilitation for pre-release felons.

Jennifer uses a combination of Internal Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, and Emotional and Behavior modification. She has dedicated herself to providing effective individual, family, and group therapy to best meet the needs of each client and their support system.

On a personal note, Jennifer is an artist by trade and often implements creativity into her treatment. She enjoys being an athlete and spending her free time with her spouse and two beautiful daughters.

REGISTERED DIETITIAN

Ashley Hinds, RDN, LDN, CEDRD

Ashley Hinds specializes in eating disorders and behavioral health nutrition. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian (CEDRD). Ashley is an active member of professional organizations including National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) and the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDP). Ashley historically served on the board for the Orlando Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (OAND) as the Community and National Nutrition Month Chair. Ashley has extensive experience in behavioral health nutrition which includes training in all eating disorder diagnoses, mental health nutrition, pediatric nutrition with behavioral complications of autism and picky eating, ARFID, OCD’s impact on food ritual and restriction, and substance abuse. She completed her internship through the University of Kentucky. In doing so she completed her internship in a hospital setting, diabetes outpatient clinic, nutrition counseling on a college campus, general health and wellness promotion, and pediatric nutrition. Ashley believes it’s possible to find joy in nourishment of mind, body, and soul.

ASSISTANT PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Stacey Herdegen, BA

Stacey Herdegen graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. As Assistant Program Director of Center for Discovery and Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program, Stacey combines her experience in clinical research, cognitive testing, and extensive managerial work with her passion for mental health and wellness. 

Stacey manages daily operations in the PHP/IOP programs, including: administrative duties, research, group sessions, clinical documentation, team development, and working closely with clients and families from admission throughout course of treatment.

Currently pursuing her Master’s degree at the University of Central Florida, Stacey is dedicated to furthering her education to become a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, where she will continue to grow and develop her clinical role.

On a personal note, Stacey’s lifelong passion for working with horses has inspired her to further advance her knowledge of/training in Equine Therapy by actively pursuing certification as an Equine Specialist in Mental Health & Learning.

PROGRAM THERAPIST

Sarah Clode, RMHCI

Sarah graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. While her passion for helping others led her to become a therapist, her passion for travel and Spanish culture is what motivated her undergraduate Spanish minor. Continuing her education at Rollins College, she obtained her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a certificate in College and University Counseling. Sarah completed her clinical internship at the University of Central Florida Counseling and Psychological Services where she developed therapeutic expertise in working with both adults and adolescents with co-occurring disorders.

In her role as Primary Therapist at Center for Discovery, Sarah inspires strength, independence, and self-confidence in her clients, supporting them through their recovery journey. In addition to providing individual, couples, and family therapy, Sarah co-facilitates Center for Discovery’s weekly Support in Recovery (SIR) group.

COUNSELOR III

Stan Bogard

Stan graduated from San Diego State University with a Master of Science in marriage Family Therapy. He has nine years of experience treating clients and his specialty is working with children, adolescents, and their families. Prior to working with the Center for Discovery Orlando outpatient team, Stan worked at the Center for Discovery Residential Treatment Center (RTC) providing group and meal therapy for clients. In addition to his experience working within the field of eating disorders, Stan has been the lead therapist at a general psychiatric hospital and has experience working in the substance abuse field as well. He is skilled in working with adults and adolescents in individual, group, and family therapy contexts.  He has clinical expertise in the fields domestic violence, crisis intervention, anger management, juvenile justice involvement and cultural issues. His areas of interest include clients dealing with life transitions and adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and personal growth.

Stan utilizes a motivational and person-centered approach, focusing on the individualized needs and strengths of the client.  Stan assists each client by working to increase their insight and helping them to learn the necessary skills to manage symptoms and stressors in an effective manner. He believes in the strengths of each and every client he works with!

CLINICAL OUTREACH AND STAFF RECRUITMENT REPRESENTATIVE

Sara Dreier

Sara specializes in Community Outreach, Marketing Strategy, and Business Development. Sara is actively involved with the recovery community. This has led her to public speaking, educating healthcare professionals, facilitating support groups, as well as fundraising and advocacy for prevention and improved access to treatment in the Central Florida Community and beyond.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling Registered Intern

Andrea Piazza

Andrea Piazza graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is passionate about working with the previously underserved community of individuals with disordered eating. Prior to becoming a counselor with Center for Discovery Andrea served as a substance use counselor and therapeutic movement practitioner for individuals with special needs. She has worked at a psychotherapist in a multitude of settings throughout the Central Florida area. Programs include child, adolescent, and adult outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, residential substance use, and individuals with special needs.

Andrea uses a combination of trauma informed therapeutic approaches including client centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy and therapeutic movement techniques. She has dedicated herself to providing effective individual, family, and group therapy to meet the needs of individuals and their support systems.

On a personal note, Andrea is a dancer by trade and often implements creativity into her work with clients. She enjoys being a movement artist, academic research, writing and spending time with her family.