Our Team

Aricka Kesic-Sellers, our Co-Founder and Clinical Director, is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) from Case Western Reserve University. With over nine years of experience, Aricka has managed a wide array of psychiatric conditions, demonstrating her dedication to mental health care.

She specializes in complex conditions like Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression, and Anxiety. Her comprehensive knowledge and vast experience enable her to offer top-quality care, with treatment strategies tailored to each individual's needs.

Aricka is passionate about empowering her patients to lead fulfilling lives. She advocates a holistic approach to patient care, emphasizing the role of exercise, outdoor activities, balanced diet, and sleep in mental wellness.

Outside work, Aricka loves spending time with her family. An adventurer at heart, she enjoys traveling and exploring new restaurants. This zest for life extends to her professional world, bringing a well-rounded approach to her practice.

With Aricka Kesic-Sellers, you can expect compassionate, expert psychiatric care rooted in a deep understanding of the human experience.

Melissa Gelsomino is a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She received her Master of Science in Nursing from the respected Walden University in 2020.

With three years of extensive experience in outpatient behavioral health and addiction, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to our practice. Her areas of expertise encompass a broad range of psychiatric disorders, including bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Melissa's approach to care is patient-centered and holistic, focusing on the individual needs of each patient. Her passion for mental health stems from her commitment to improving the quality of life for all her patients.

Outside of her professional life, Melissa enjoys spending quality time with her husband and their two children. She is an advocate of maintaining a balanced lifestyle and is passionate about fitness. When she isn't working out, she loves exploring new places through travel and immersing herself in a good book. Melissa brings this same passion and dedication to her work, ensuring that each patient receives the highest quality of psychiatric care.

Our Co-Founder and Managing Director with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Walsh University. He brings a rich background in analytics, financial management, and operational efficiencies to our practice, ensuring everything runs smoothly for our patients and team.

Transitioning from the auto insurance industry to healthcare, his adaptability and skill set are used to optimize our operations and enhancing our services. As our Office and Practice Manager, he makes sure our practice works seamlessly for you.

Away from the office, he cherishes spending time with family, exploring the great outdoors, and traveling. As an avid Cleveland sports fan, he channels that same team spirit and enthusiasm into our practice.

His passion for helping others goes beyond his professional role. Always ready to support, his approach aligns with our practice's compassionate ethos. With his help, we are committed to delivering excellent psychiatric care to all our patients.