Our Team
A collaborative team supporting thoughtful, patient-centered care.
At Wild Ember Psychiatry & Therapy, care is supported by a collaborative team working behind the scenes and alongside our clinicians. While each provider brings specialized expertise, our support staff plays a critical role in ensuring care is accessible, organized, and grounded in clear communication.
We believe strong clinical care is supported by strong systems, and by people who care deeply about the experience of those we serve.
​Clinical Staff​​
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Ashleigh McDonnell, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Owner | Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner​​​​​​
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Ashleigh is the founder of Wild Ember Psychiatry & Therapy and a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She provides thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults, with an emphasis on careful assessment, conservative treatment planning, and collaborative care. Ashleigh is especially experienced in supporting complex presentations, including trauma-related concerns and service-connected mental health needs, and is committed to creating care that is grounded, human, and responsive to each individual’s story.
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Kwesi Woode, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
​​​​​​​​​​Kwesi is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents and adults. His approach is thoughtful, patient-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practice, with an emphasis on clear communication and collaborative care. Kwesi offers in-person services in Phoenix as well as virtual appointments across Arizona.​
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Justin Biske, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
​​​​​​​​Justin is a licensed therapist who specializes in trauma-informed care. His work incorporates evidence-based modalities, including EMDR, to support individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, and stress-related concerns. Justin’s approach is grounded, collaborative, and focused on helping clients process experiences safely while building resilience and long-term stability.
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Carly Millsap, LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor
​​​​​​​​​​​​​Carly provides therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and mild trauma-related concerns. She practices through Marley Mental Health and offers in-person therapy in collaboration from the Wild Ember office. Carly receives clinical supervision from an Arizona Board–approved independently licensed supervisor, and services are provided under billing supervision by Ashleigh McDonnell, PMHNP-BC, in accordance with regulatory and payer requirements.
​To schedule an appointment with Carly, please contact our office or click below to connect directly with Marley Mental Health.
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Cristine
Client Services Manager
Cristine serves as Wild Ember’s Client Services Manager, supporting administrative coordination, scheduling assistance, and behind-the-scenes operations. She helps ensure communication and systems run smoothly so clinicians can remain focused on providing thoughtful, patient-centered care.
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Marc
Co-Owner | Office Manager
Marc is a Co-Owner of Wild Ember Psychiatry & Therapy, supporting the practice through operations, logistics, and community engagement. He is a United States Marine Corps veteran, service-connected disabled veteran, and former law enforcement officer, bringing lived experience that informs the practice’s commitment to serving veterans, first responders, and their families.
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Care at Wild Ember is collaborative by design. From clinical providers to support staff, our team works together to create a thoughtful, grounded experience where individuals feel supported, understood, and respected throughout their care.
