We are building this space for you to meet our staff.

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

Holly Bruhn, LISW-CP, Clinical Supervisor

Holly earned her Bachelor degrees double majoring in psychology and sociology from the College of Charleston in 1998.
She earned her Masters in Social Work from Boston University in 2000.  She also earned a masters degree in healthcare administration from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2004. 

While working on her MSW, she was an intern working in inner city Boston at a residential treatment facility for adult men wih severe problems with substance abuse. A second internship focused on working with children and family services.  In 2000 she began her professional career at Berkeley Community Mental Health Center as a school based counselor at Berkeley Elementary school.  It was during this time she also worked on completing the requirements for professional independent licensure.  Holly began working in Private Practice here at Oasis in 2002.  She specializes in the treatment of children and adults with mood disorders, anxiety disorders and ADHD. During the past decade serving
patients in the tri-county area, Holly has had success helping people with a broad range of mental illness regain their independence and happiness
in life.



Delores Hollen, LPC

My special intrests include: eating disorders; adjustment disorders; ADD/ADHD; families of substance abuse; grief & loss issues, i.e., death of parent, spouse, child, close friends; divorce/separation, miscarriage/ abortion; and women's change of life issues, e.g., starting over/empty nest/singleness

My training and internship at the Medical University of South Carolina Eating Disorders Clinic, Children of Addicted Families Program, and life experiences uniquely qualify me to work with people in the above areas. My life's goal has been to serve people with these types of issues.

Karen Lynn Tarpey received her Master of Social Work degree at Catholic University in Washington, D.C. in 1987. Karen trained at the Jay Haley Family Therapy Institute in Rockville, Maryland. She worked in the field of foster care and adoption in the D.C.area, along with a psychiatric inpatient setting and emergency shelter for children prior to moving to the Charleston area in 1989. Since that time, Ms. Tarpey has raised a family and been in private practice for the past 19 years. Her specialty is working with children and families. She is trained in play therapy and her areas of interest include divorce, abuse and neglect, trauma, ADHD, and behavioral issues. Ms. Tarpey also provides treatment for adults dealing with anxiety and depression.

David Michael Bruhn, Ed.S., LPC, NCC     

Education and Work Experience: 

Mike attended the University of South Carolina earning a B.A. in Psychology (1995).  Following graduation he worked as a qualified mental retardation specialist (QMRP) for Babcock center in Columbia, SC.  He wrote individualized treatment plans for persons with mental retardation which were designed to teach all of the skills needed for the residents to live the most independent lifestyle as possible.  In this setting Mike learned an extensive knowledge of developmental disorders including Autism and Aspbergers.  

While working at Babcock Center, Mike earned an Ed.S. specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of South Carolina (2000).  He worked at Berkeley Community Mental Health Center primarily with adolescents and their families who were court ordered to treatment through the Department of Juvenile Justice.  Mike also worked after hours providing psychological assessments for uninsured patients in local emergency rooms and evaluated the need for inpatient hospitalization. Also during this time he earned his professional counselor license and worked in private practice here at Oasis.

In 2003, Mike decided to further his education and was accepted to the University of South Carolina's Ph.D program in Counselor Education.  He completed all of the requirements for the degree except for completing his dissertation. A growing family and a thriving practice forced him to make a tough decision and he decided not to complete his research. 

A personal message from Mike

For the past decade I have had the pleasure of treating individuals and families here in the Lowcountry. I work with client's who have a variety of mood disorders (such as Bipolar Disorder and Major Depressive Disorder), Anxiety Disorders (such as Panic Disorder & Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), ADHD, Physical and Sexual abuse, Developmental Disorders, Bereavement, etc.  In the psychiatric & psychological community we use labels to diagnose, understand and treat mental disorders.  However, in my practice, I strive to treat my clients as individuals and give them the respect they deserve.  I pride myself on creating a safe, nurturing, therapeutic relationship with my clients. I am a Christian.  I believe focusing on a person's spirituality is an essential part of the healing process.  If desired by my client, I will integrate this into therapy.  I look forward to meeting you soon and helping you overcome the unique struggles in your life.

Jerome Tilghman, LPC, CCS

Profession:  Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Addictions Counselor, Certified Clinical Supervisor

Practice Description:                  Jerome has over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families in the Low Country area. He uses his clinical skills to empower and improve the mental/emotional well being of his clients so that they can "live happier, healthier and more productive lives". He spent the last five years studying cognitive behavioral therapy with the following disorders: chronic pain, depression, bipolar disorders, panic disorder, panic attacks, stress management, self esteem, anger issues, substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorders, divorce, separation and relationship issues.

Ages Treated:  Adults, adolescents (12 and up)

Session Format:  Individual, Couple and Family

Treatment Approaches: supportive therapy, solution focused therapy, client centered therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Enhancement Therapy

Demographic Specialties: all Religious Beliefs and all Lifestyles

Education: M.A. Counseling and M.B.A

Samantha S. Maierle, PhD, completed her doctorate in Clinical-Community Psychology at the University of South Carolina in 2001.  She completed pre-doctoral internship and additional post-doctoral training at the Medical University of South Carolina’s National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center.  Dr. Maierle is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and has been in private practice since 2004.  Her areas of special interest and expertise include treatment for trauma-related problems, anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.  Dr. Maierle utilizes both supportive and cognitive-behavioral interventions, with a focus on engaging patients in interventions which research has proven to be effective.  She has been an Oasis staff psychologist since September, 2005. 

Counseling in Charleston is what I do.  I provide counseling for children and adults to include the geriatric population and family.  I specialize in adjustment disorders, trauma, crisis intervention, depression, grief, chronic illness, death and dying, family and group therapy. I use Rational Emotive and CBT and CBT Trauma Focused Therapy. I am trained in critical incident stress management individual and group crisis intervention. I am trained with the Carolina Lowcountry chapter of the American Red Cross as a disaster mental health specialist.  I am a Stephen's Minister. Spiritual counseling may be provided as well. 

Nancy Winston, LPC

As a licensed professional counselor, I work with clients to help them gain a more positive sense of well-being within themselves and in their lives. I believe in offering a safe and nurturing environment to help clients achieve their goals for growth and stability.
For the last 13 years, I have worked as a child and family therapist servicing clients with symptoms of depression, adjustments, transitions in their lives or environmental settings, grief, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, parenting concerns, family conflicts, relational conflicts, anger management/conflict resolution, domestic violence, sexual and physical abuse, and trauma.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic, mainly utilizes client-centered, trauma focused cognitive behavioral and cognitive therapy. I work with ages 6-60 years old.
I received trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy training through the Medical University of South Carolina.  I am also trained through the Carolina Lowcountry Chapter of the American Red Cross as a disaster mental health specialist.  
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination.” –Carl Rogers