Our Team

Aricka Kesic-Sellers, Co-Founder and Clinical Director, is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) from Case Western Reserve University with 13 years of expertise. She leads Psych Foundations in Wadsworth, Ohio, delivering personalized care for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. Frustrated by rushed, generic systems in prior roles, she and husband Andrew built a family-owned practice that puts patients first, earning 50 5-star Google reviews. Aricka blends expert medication management with CBT for over half her patients, championing exercise, outdoor time, nutrition, and sleep.

Outside the office, Aricka loves family time, traveling, and trying new restaurants, bringing her vibrant energy to both her life and practice. With Aricka, you’ll find compassionate, expert care grounded in a deep understanding of what it means to thrive.

Melissa Gelsomino, a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certified by the ANCC, earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in 2020. With 5 years of experience in outpatient behavioral health and addiction, she brings deep expertise to Psych Foundations in Wadsworth, Ohio, treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, and PTSD. Melissa’s patient-centered care blends expert medication management with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for over half her patients, tailored to individual needs. Her holistic approach promotes exercise, nutrition, and sleep for mental wellness.

Melissa’s patient-centered, holistic approach tailors care to each individual’s needs, driven by her passion for enhancing mental wellness and quality of life. Outside work, she cherishes time with her husband and two children, stays active through fitness, and loves traveling or diving into a good book. Her vibrant energy shines through in her practice, ensuring every patient receives exceptional, heartfelt care.

Christina Serger, a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certified by the ANCC, earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Herzing University in Akron. With experience as a Registered Nurse in interventional psychiatry, she cared for adults with treatment-resistant depression and PTSD, and worked with children in intensive psychiatric settings. This inspired her to become a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to address the need for mental health care.

Christina has a passion for treating bipolar disorder and severe depression, helping patients live fulfilling lives. Her patient-centered care blends medication management with holistic practices like outdoor activity to boost mental wellness.

Outside work, Christina enjoys her 21-year marriage and raising her two teenage daughters, traveling to explore new cultures. An avid reader, she’s always learning. She loves sunshine and warm weather, recharging outdoors. Her warmth ensures patients receive heartfelt care.

Hiral Patel, a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, earned her degree from Chamberlain University. With a background as a BSN in child, adult, and geriatric psychiatry, as well as eating disorders, Hiral developed a passion for mental health care during nursing school, inspired by the profound impact providers had on patients through medication management, therapy, and active listening. As a PMHNP, she focuses on adult and geriatric psychiatry.

Hiral is passionate about building therapeutic relationships and promoting long-term well-being through holistic care, considering each patient’s overall health. Her approach emphasizes meaningful connections to foster lasting mental wellness.

Outside work, Hiral enjoys hiking with friends, cooking, and soaking up the sun outdoors. Her warm dedication and commitment to care ensure patients receive compassionate, heartfelt support.

Andrew Sellers, Co-Founder and Managing Director, graduated from Walsh University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management. Transitioning from the auto insurance industry, he brings analytics and operations expertise to Psych Foundations in Wadsworth, Ohio. Andrew ensures seamless scheduling, billing, and patient access, powering fast response times—no hold times, text messaging, and human answers when you call. His work behind the scenes supports our providers in delivering compassionate care for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and PTSD. Outside work, Andrew enjoys family time, running, outdoor adventures, and travel, fueling a family-owned practice built on empathy.