Get To Know Our Team
Lindsey N. Bauman CPNP, PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Lindsey Bauman is a dual board-certified nurse practitioner. She is certified as a pediatric nurse practitioner through PNCB (Pediatric Nursing Certification Board), and she is a family systems trained; certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner through ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center).
Lindsey graduated from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH and has been practicing as a nurse practitioner since 2014. She is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in nursing (focusing on executive leadership and health policy). Her practice background includes developmental and behavioral pediatrics, primary care pediatrics, as well as child/adolescent and family psychiatry.
Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, she worked as a nurse for 8 years in multiple settings helping individuals from different backgrounds across the lifespan.
Lindsey is passionate about providing unparalleled family centered care. She treats patients across the lifespan, but her primary area of focus is treating children, adolescents, transitional youth, adults, and families.
She is part of Sigma Theta Tau and has been recognized by the International Nurses Association for her demonstrated success, leadership, and excellence in her field. She is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).
Lindsey is originally from Michigan “GO BLUE!” She has also lived in Ohio, but she is now residing in Fort Mill, SC with her husband, 4 children, 3 dogs, and cat. She enjoys reading, camping, spinning, spending time with friends and family, being creative, and trying new things.
I am extremely fortunate to get to know people in a unique, authentic, and vulnerable way. My clients are often tremendously grateful for everything they gain from our sessions. I am not sure they realize just how much I gain from them as well. What a privilege it is to get to do this for a living. The human connection is powerful.
-Lindsey Bauman
Q & A with Lindsey
Something you do to improve your mental health?
Practice yoga and meditation
Something you enjoy?
I enjoy spending time with family, gardening, and traveling
Something you fear?
Tornadoes
Favorite place?
My childhood hometown in Michigan (reminds me of simpler times)
Something you hope to learn?
How to play the Ukulele
Q & A with Kimberly
Something you do to improve your mental health?
Intentional movement and stillness, sleep hygiene, and nonjudgmental spaces to build a connection with other humans.
Something you enjoy?
Hiking, yoga, and French fries
Something you fear?
Rodents and bugs
Favorite place?
Sedona, AZ
Something you hope to learn?
Always more patience
Kimberly Bernstein LCSW
Psychotherapist, Yogini, Energy Healer, Fear Slayer
Kimberly is a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 2 decades of experience under her belt.
As a mother, energy healer and recovery warrior, she takes pride in her ability to compassionately and non-judgmentally hold space for those walking the path of recovery.
Kimberly brings to her sessions her strong background in yoga, breath-work, and mindfulness. While Kimberly’s first love is empowering others to live boldly beyond diet culture, she also has an affinity for working with parents, clients with an ADHD diagnosis, and those on the autism spectrum.
Kimberly is trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems. When she’s not in the therapy room you might catch Kimberly teaching or taking a yoga class, exploring the city on a walk or run, or out hiking the trails of Baltimore.
Kimberly is queer and friendly, and queer friendly!
Markley Hawkins, LISW-CP.
Psychotherapist
Markley grew up in Charleston, West Virginia. She gained her BA in Psychology from West Virginia University in 1991 and has lived in the Carolinas since 1994. 2009 Markley completed a Master’s in Social Work from Winthrop University.
Markley is a seasoned Licensed Independent Social Worker in Clinical Practice with 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy services. Her approach is rooted in a biopsychosocial framework tailored to understand individual strengths, needs, circumstances, and perspectives. Markley uses various clinical tools to facilitate a person’s healing path and ways to greater happiness. Working with adults, teens, and children, she specializes in treating trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and other tricky life stressors. Markley has received extensive training in EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Trauma Focused- CBT, Expressive Arts Techniques, and play therapy interventions. She is driven to provide the most effective care in ways that feel safe, compassionate, and meaningful to her clients.
Q & A with Markley
Something you do to improve your mental health?
spending time outdoors, reading, exercising and talking to friends.
Something you enjoy?
I enjoy time with my family and pets most. I also love to read, grow things - flowers, plants, veggies, and listen to music.
Favorite place?
I don't have a favorite place - I love spending time on the beach. I also love being in the mountains - walking, skiing, down a river, driving. I love just hanging out at home too and chilling with my favorite people there. I enjoy finding new places to explore and discover.
Something you hope to learn?
I like learning - new ways to do therapy, artistic endeavors, cooking new dishes, growing different kinds of plants, music, people, ideas! Curiosity is always present in my brain.
Q & A with Kim
Something you do to improve your mental health?
I Stay in Therapy, go for walks, spend time with family, and enjoy deep belly laughs.
Something you enjoy?
Listening to music on my record player, reading and naps!
Something you fear?
Storms
Favorite place?
The ocean
Something you hope to learn?
Connecting with my Hawaiian culture by learning the Hawaiian
language and teaching it to my family.
Kim Watt, LMSW
Therapist & Mental Health Partner
Hi, I’m Kim Watt. I’m a compassionate and empathetic therapist who works with teens, families, men, women (including those navigating midlife and menopause), and LGBTQIA individuals as they move through life’s challenges and transitions. Whether you’re managing stress, navigating family dynamics, or seeking deeper self-connection, I’m here to walk alongside you in a space that’s warm, non-judgmental, and empowering.
I support your healing journey by using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, emotional regulation, somatic therapy, and inner-child healing. With a strong commitment to cultural competence and social justice, I ensure that therapy feels inclusive and honors your lived experiences. I’m passionate about helping you uncover your inner strength, heal, and create meaningful change in your life.
I’m also a wife, proud mom of four (three adult children and one teen), and dog parent to three silly pups. Outside of the therapy room, I’m rediscovering life as a soon-to-be empty nester with my husband, enjoying family time, watching my youngest play softball, binge-watching favorite shows, and reading—I always have a book with me.
Let’s work together to help you build a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Allen Bauman
Practice Administrator
Allen Is new to the health care practice management arena, but he is not new to the health care world or maintaining systems and operations. Allen is well versed in health care largely in part because of his wife, Lindsey. He has also become very familiar with nursing and nuances parents/consumers deal with day to day. He and Lindsey have a son who is profoundly disabled. Allen has learned a lot managing and caring for their son from bedside nursing care, coordination, ordering durable medical equipment, appointments and scheduling, handling billing, claims, and much more.
Prior to joining Lindsey at Mettā Vita Health, Allen worked in the chemical industrial arena. He worked for the same company, Jones-Hamilton, for 18 years. Allen’s time at JH speaks to his loyalty. Throughout the years at JH, he monitored operations, conducted process inspections, troubleshot, coordinated with multiple departments, and he enforced policies, procedures, and safety protocols. Allen also mentored and supervised employees. JH is a company based out of Ohio. Allen was integral in the startup and expansion of the additional JH plant in South Carolina.
Allen is a family man and takes pride in being a husband and father. Allen enjoys spending time with his family whenever he can. He is a HUGE Ohio State football fan. Allen also enjoys travelling and learning about new cultures, golfing, listening to podcasts, and developing his knowledge in stocks and finance.
“Allen and I are complete opposites. We think very differently from one another. I am incredibly grateful (most days…iykyk…HA) for him as he provides balance to me in our marriage and our practice.”
-Lindsey Bauman
Q & A with Allen
Something you do to improve your mental health?
I exercise, meditate, and sit in the sauna
Something you enjoy?
I enjoy Ohio State football, spending time with family, and travelling
Something you fear?
Gun violence
Favorite place?
The beach
Something you hope to learn?
More home improvement skills and DIYs
Q & A with Jason
Something you do to improve your mental health?
I try to perform a daily exercise to help improve my mental health. Whether it involves going to the gym,going for a run, or jumping into the sauna, a daily form of mild to moderate exertion on your body can help improve your overall mental health.
Something you enjoy?
I thoroughly enjoy sports specifically college football. Go, Clemson!
Something you fear?
I tend to fear losing my pup Bailey. She's a chocolate Labrador Retriever, and just had her 9th birthday!
Favorite place?
My favorite place is Italy. I recently explored the country and fell in love with the food and culture.
Something you hope to learn?
The world of psychiatry is ever evolving with the advancement of medical technology. I hope to learn new evidence-based interventions involving the treatment of mental illnesses to better serve my patients.
Jason Allen, PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Jason Allen is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. He is certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Jason attended Walden University, which is based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and graduated with his master's degree in nursing in November of 2023. He obtained board certification the following year. Jason has a background with developmental and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents. He has previous experience working for the Jewish Child Care Association (JCCA) in New York, where he gained extensive experience treating all age groups for psychiatric illnesses.
Before becoming a nurse practitioner, Jason worked in numerous areas within the acute care setting, including the post anesthesia care unit (PACU), case management, and the medical intensive care unit (MICU). He also was the occupational health manager for an industrial facility in Florence, SC.
I offer an evidence-based, compassionate approach for all psychiatric conditions, including necessary psychotropic or psychotherapeutic treatments. My goal is for you to leave each session feeling supported and understood, with concerns eased and a clear path forward.My experiences span across children, adolescents, and adults.
Jason currently resides in Florence, SC with his dog (Bailey) and his cat (Marmalade). His hobbies include gardening, traveling, college football, hockey, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
I find myself privileged to be able to help other individuals that may be suffering from a mental illness and are seeking help and guidance on their journey. The first step in providing effective mental health treatment is to promote an environment that's soothing and non judgemental. I would like all of my clients to be in a relaxed state while conversing and deciding on a proper treatment plan that benefits you the most. At the end of the session, all clients should leave with a feeling of peace and confidence.
- Jason Allen PMHNP-BC
Lindsey does an incredible job of helping her patients find balance inside and out. She listens with no judgment and helps us find & use the tools necessary to work through our struggles. Our family is beyond thankful for her!
-Amy H. (client)
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