Kia Bammes

Kia Bammes has extensive experience in behavioral health, currently serving as Supervisor of Behavioral Health at HCA Healthcare and as a Virtual Therapist at Embark Behavioral Health since June and May 2022 respectively. Previously, Kia held positions as a Staff Therapist at JYDES FAMILY CLINIC LLC and New Focus Addiction and Behavioral Health Inc, and worked as Program Therapist/Clinical Director at Ridgeview Institute. Extensive expertise includes developing individualized treatment plans for various populations facing co-occurring disorders and providing therapeutic guidance across ages for issues such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Kia has also served as a Mental Health Supervisor at One Community Behavioral Services, Program Director at Gentility PCH, and Mental Health Counselor at Compass Youth & Family Services, emphasizing quality clinical care and skill development. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Houston.