Whitney Mediations Team

Mental Health Counselors

TARA L. WHITNEY, MA, LPC, NCC

Founder, Licensed Professional Counselor, Family Mediator, Child Custody Evaluator, Parent Coordinator

Tara is a 2019 Nicholls Graduate with a Master's of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Tara is a 16-year Law Enforcement Officer and is trained and active in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD), Crisis Prevention (CPI), and Crisis Intervention (CIT).

In addition, Tara is available for Child Custody Evaluation, Family Mediation and Co-Parenting Coordination. Tara's belief is that dealing with issues immediately and with assistance lessens the impact of trauma.

She addresses mental health in a scientific manner with a legal lens.

LINDSEY JENNINGS, MA, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Brylee Vining, MA, PLPC

Provisionally Licensed Counselor

Brylee Vining is a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor at Whitney Mediations, working under the supervision of licensed professionals to provide compassionate and effective mental health care.

Brylee earned her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella University.

She is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.

With a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness, Brylee works with clients to promote emotional growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

She is dedicated to creating a safe space for clients to explore their concerns, gain insight, and develop healthier coping strategies.

Lindsey is a 2019 graduate of Nicholls State University with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience in the mental health field.

Lindsey practices Integrative Therapy.

As an integrative therapist, she adapts and integrates various techniques according to the individual's needs and goals. She acknowledges clients as unique individuals with the understanding that different people may require different approaches to achieve the difference they are seeking in their lives.

Lindsey is open to working with clients across various mental and emotional disorders and provides services to adults, teens, and children as individuals, couples, and groups.

Yoga with Lindsay

LINDSAY DUGAS, RYT

Trauma Healing Practicioner

Lindsay Dugas specializes in trauma healing through TRE, Somatic Yoga, and Sound Frequency Healing.

She brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our team, helping our clients heal and find peace in their bodies and minds.
With experience in the field of trauma healing and yoga, she has a deep understanding of the impact that past experiences can have on a person's physical and emotional well-being.

Through TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises), they help clients release stored tension and trauma from the body, allowing for a sense of freedom and relief.

In addition to TRE, she also incorporates Somatic Yoga into her practice, using movement and breath to help clients reconnect with their bodies and release stress and tension. This gentle yet powerful practice can help clients find a sense of grounding and presence in the present moment.
Lindsay also utilizes Sound Frequency Healing to create a soothing and healing environment for clients.

By using sound vibrations and frequencies, they help clients relax, release tension, and promote healing on a deep level.
Through dedication and expertise, Lindsay has helped many clients on their journey towards healing and wellness. We are grateful to have such a talented and caring individual on our team, and we look forward to the continued impact she will have on the lives of our clients.