Measuring Success By Lives Changed 

Dr Lipov is the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Stella. He is a board-certified medical doctor with over 27 years of clinical experience and got his medical doctorate degree from Northwestern University. In 2006, Dr. Lipov pioneered the use of Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and adapted it to an advanced protocol now known as "Dual Sympathetic Reset".

Dr Lipov's passion for helping trauma victims stems from his own personal and family history of coping with PTSD and depression. He understands the impact that trauma can have on one's physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and strives to provide compassionate and empathetic care to his patients.

Dr. lipov is based in Chicago and treats patients at Stella's Flagship location in Westmont, IL. 

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Shauna 'Doc' Springer is a co-founder and the Chief Psychologist for Stella, a leading, trusted authority on innovative trauma treatments. Dr. Springer is responsible for developing Stella's trauma informed approach to care across its international network of more than 40 clinics. She leads training and public speaking engagements for Stella and is the host of the podcast "The Story of Our Trauma." She is a best-selling author of three books on trauma and is widely considered to be one of the world's leading experts on psychological trauma, military transition, suicide prevention, and close relationships.

Brian is the Chief Psychiatric Officer at Stella, he clinical lead at our Boston location, and an attending psychiatrist in the Neurotherapeutics Department at McLean Hospital, where he treats patients with severe mental illness using modalities such as ketamine. He completed his adult psychiatry residency training at MGH and McLean Hospitals, serving as Chief Resident of Psychotherapy and the Program in Psychodynamics. 

Brian completed a fellowship at the Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute (BPSI) and trained in the Mentalization Based Treatment (MBT) clinic at McLean Hospital. Brian is currently the Affiliate Psychiatrist at Two Brattle Center, a multidisciplinary consultation team that treats patients with personality disorders using evidence-based approaches such as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). Additionally, he practices family therapy in consultation to the Gunderson program at McLean Hospital.

A former finalist in the Harvard Innovation Lab's Dean's Health and Life Sciences Challenge, Brian has a strong interest in working with entrepreneurs and has served as Executive Coach in Residence at Techstars Boston, a premier startup incubator. Having studied systems psychodynamics at BPSI and led interpersonal groups for years, he employs a team-based approach to help founders succeed through insight into group process. 

Brian graduated from Yale College with an honors degree in philosophy and earned his MD from Harvard Medical School. 

Dr. John How is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over a decade of experience in the emergency department. He has a special interest in treating musculoskeletal and mental health conditions in people who work or live in high-stress jobs and environments.

Dr. How received his medical degree at Loma Linda University School of Medicine in California and completed a residency in emergency medicine at Ascension St. John Hospital in Michigan. He is particularly interested in the use of modern ultrasound to diagnose and guide treatment for various conditions.

Through extensive training with doctors in a range of specialties, Dr. How has developed expertise in precision ultrasound-guided interventions for conditions such as peripheral nerve entrapment and soft tissue injuries. In addition to running the Stella San Diego clinic, Dr. How is also passionate about teaching and has joined the clinical faculty for the primary care sports medicine fellowship at UHC SoCal MEC, where he focuses on ultrasound guided diagnosis and treatment and regenerative medicine.

Dr. DeCocker became a nurse practitioner in 2007 after 10 years of hospital nursing experience. She is a Rush University graduate of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program and her doctoral degree was earned at Frontier Nursing University. Her special focus areas are sexual trauma and caring for Veterans and their family members.

Candice is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a passion to help all age groups. As a graduate from the University of Texas Health Science-Houston, Candice understands the need to listen and create a comprehensive treatment plan that aligns with your specific needs. Candice takes a holistic approach to treating mental health while incorporating modern day therapies.

Dr. Heather Miller is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who completed her doctoral training at Rush University Medical Center. She values a holistic approach to care by helping care for the patient's mind, body, and spirit. Dr. Miller is aware that all parts of life are interrelated and to bring true healing each patient must have an individualized treatment plan that is unique to their experience. Dr. Miller has worked with patients with severe childhood, combat, and sexual trauma. Her practice is based on identifying root causes, setting individual goals, and cultivating hope and resilience.

Hannah is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who is passionate about providing exceptional care. Hannah obtained her education in the state of Georgia and resides in South Carolina. Her clinical interests include trauma-focused care for childhood, domestic violence, sexual abuse survivors, and military personnel.

As a dedicated psychiatry PA, Rochelle's approach to mental health care is grounded in fostering a compassionate and personalized connection with each individual. With a commitment to understanding the unique aspects of every patient, she strives to tailor treatment plans that align with their specific needs and goals. She believes in collaborative decision-making, working together to explore various therapeutic options, and finding the most effective solutions.

In addition to prescribing medication, Rochelle will guide you through various options, collaboratively choosing the most suitable approach for your needs. Her priority is to ensure your comfort throughout the entire care process, and she strives to minimize the use of medication while effectively addressing your symptoms.

Ashley believe every patient represents so much more than just a name on a chart. They are individuals with unique stories, backgrounds and challenges and she considers it a privilege to be part of their mental health journey. She is passionate about delivering the best care tailored to each person's needs and developing a relationship with each patient to help them meet their goals.

With a genuine desire to make a positive, lasting impact, Ashley approach her role with kindness and empathy. She recognizes the profound ripple effect that mental health can have, understanding its impact not only on individuals but also on their families, communities, and beyond.

Jen is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with experience in acute inpatient, IOP/PHP, chemical dependency/recovery, and private practice/med management with a special interest in dual-diagnosis and trauma. Jen is passionate about ensuring that mental health be integrated into each person's individualized, holistic care.

Casey is a Physician Assistant at our Oak Park Location, and she specializes in medication management with a holistic approach. She treats patients with a wide range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, and perinatal disorders. She has been certified in perinatal mental health and obtained a specialization as a PA-C in psychiatry. 

Amanda is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of clinical experience working in behavioral health and emergency psychiatry. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from New York University and her Master of Science degree from Stony Brook University. In 2019, she helped initiate the ketamine infusion service for psychiatric inpatients at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and became convinced of this medicine's potential to catalyze true healing. Naturally inclined toward humanistic care, she approaches her work every day with empathy, curiosity, and compassion.

Keegan has a passion for holistic and transformative medicines. They are endlessly curious about how different healing modalities work for different people, and believe that everyone has a right to evidence-based, trauma-informed therapies. They're excited to be a part of a team so dedicated to collective healing, and to contribute their skills and passion to such an amazing field.
Keegan has a background in community organizing and natural science research. They previously worked as Director of Community Engagement for the Intercollegiate Psychedelics Network, and as a published research associate in cell biology at Harvard Medical School. More recently, they transitioned into clinical operations in the mental health and psychedelic ecosystem. When they're not working, they enjoy climbing, dancing, and making big pots of soups for friends.

Greg is a licensed paramedic with over 30 years of experience in healthcare related fields. He is a retired firefighter/paramedic after serving for 25 years and has 5 years experience in a hospital emergency room. Greg has been working with Dr. Eugene Lipov, treating those suffering from post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety and mental trauma for over 17 years. He has seen repeatedly over the years the negative impact these injuries and conditions can have on individual and family lives. He believes that everyone deserves a chance to live a peaceful life, without the effects of these conditions directing their daily lives.

Hannah is an industrious, versatile, and driven professional with diverse background in business operations, early childhood administration, and customer service. With 10 years of experience and aiding in the opening of multiple daycare centers in Chicago, Hannah has found a new passion in the mental health field. She is deeply compassionate for people and seeing the impact that Stella provides for so many is immensely rewarding. In her free time, she loves finding new hiking trails with her fiancé and dog as well as visiting breweries and traveling to new places.

Maria Williams received her M.A. in General Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, where her studies focused on transpersonal psychology, the use of imagery in improving athletic performance, and dance/movement therapy. She has a passion for alternative methods of healing, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, and spiritual exploration for personal growth and well-being. Maria has administrative and operational experience in holistic medicine and mental health, and she also offers certified trip sitting support.

In her free time, Maria loves to attend concerts, festivals, and other live music events, using music and movement as medicine and personal therapy. She also loves going to the beach, eating french fries, and binging dramatic TV shows. Maria is honored to be a part of the Stella family and strives to bring her skill set and love for exploration to support and enhance clients' experiences.

Sandra is a dedicated and diligent healthcare administrator with over 12 years of experience in providing quality patient care, as well as in administration and management. She has served in a senior living community and has become a Certified Dementia Care Specialist. In addition to work, Sandra is is pursuing her career in the medical field. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, working out, and spending time with her friends and family.

Bree is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner in psychiatry and mental health (PMHNP-BC). She has clinical experience working with individuals across the lifespan, in both a psychiatric and dual-diagnosis setting. Bree's psychiatric experience is centered around providing treatment, medication management, and psychotherapy for a wide range of mental health conditions including but limited to PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and psychotic disorders. Her approach to treatment is patient-centered, providing a collaborative, inclusive, and therapeutic environment. 

Bree has completed her Master's in Clinical Psychology at the University of Massachusetts, Bachelor's of Science in Nursing and Master's of Science in Nursing at the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions. Prior to working as a Nurse Practitioner, Bree worked as a psychiatric registered nurse at McLean Hospital within the psychotic disorder division and crisis stabilization team. 

Bree is recognized as the  2024 George and Regina Herzlinger Prize in Memory of Rebecca Colvin reward recipient for extensive work on her graduate scholarly research project -   Initial Evidence of Feasibility and Impact of a New Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Individuals Recovering from Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Results from a Mixed Methods Formative Evaluation.

Joan is the Medical Office Administrator at Stella Mental Health Boston clinic. She has been working in the healthcare field since 2018. She has extensive experience working in the clinical setting, including pharmacology and handling medical equipment. She holds two degrees, an associate degree in Biology as well as a Bachelor of art in Radiance Science. As she enters a new area in the medical field, she will continue to pursue her education in the mental health care. 

She loves connecting with the patients at Stella clinic and making them feel safe and welcoming when receiving treatments. Hearing from the patients that the treatments help them is the most rewarding experience to her and put a smile on her face all the time.

Michael is an experienced finance and investment professional in the healthcare and business services sectors. Prior to co-founding Stella, Michael spent a decade in various investment banking and private equity roles at RBS and Sterling Partners, respectively.

Amardeep is a seasoned business technology and operations executive with 15+ years of experience across various industries. Prior to Stella, Amardeep was CTO at Field Trip Health, where he oversaw the rollout of solutions to support expansion from concept to 12 operating clinics in 3 countries. Previously he was VP of Operations at Crius Energy and has held several additional senior business and technology leadership roles in the renewable energy space, including at SunEdison and Just Energy.

Moss is an entrepreneurial operations leader who has helped launch and grow three venture-backed companies in the insurance services and healthcare industries.

Jason leads the development of a national clinic network at Stella, offering fully integrated mental health services that combine traditional therapies with innovative treatments. His strategic vision enhances patient access and outcomes through scalable and sustainable healthcare operations.
With a diverse career spanning leadership roles at Gap, Starbucks, and Apple, Jason transitioned to healthcare over a decade ago. He successfully built one of Canada's largest dental service organizations and led the growth of a prominent group of mental health clinics, culminating in their acquisition by Stella Mental Health. His unique blend of cross-industry expertise and passion for scalable healthcare models drives his commitment to revolutionizing mental health services nationwide.

Dr. Trainor is a Colorado native who completed both his undergraduate and master's degrees at Colorado State University. He went on to attend medical school in Southern California where he graduated as the valedictorian of his class in 2011. After receiving his medical degree, Dr. Trainor finished his physical medicine + rehabilitation residency and an interventional pain medicine fellowship (through the department of anesthesia) at the world-famous Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Trainor specializes in advanced procedural interventions to treat all types of pain complaints. He understands the value of using a comprehensive multimodal approach in treating pain. Dr. Trainor is licensed in Interventional Management, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Anesthesiology.

He performed over 100 SGB's prior to joining Stella in 2021.

Dr. Patel is a double board certified anesthesiologist and interventional pain physician who began his journey into medicine through Drexel University's 7-year B.S./M.D. program. He continued with an internship in internal medicine at Hahnemman University Hospital in Philadelphia followed by residency and fellowship training at New York University in Manhattan.

Dr. Patel served as a chief resident for the Department of Anesthesiology at NYU and received various awards for his leadership there. After fellowship, he gained experience in private practice in Detroit, MI, where he served as the medical director for an interventional pain practice.

Dr. Patel is a proud alumni of the Leadership Delaware program. His experience in the private practice and academic sectors guided his strategies for coordinating the complex care required for chronic pain patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings.

Dr. LoMonaco is double board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Management. He is Stella Certified to offer our advanced stellate ganglion block treatment called the Dual Sympathetic Reset.

Dr. LoMonaco trained at UNC Chapel Hill Medical Center for Pain Management and has extensive experience treating pain and trauma symptoms with SGB. Dr. LoMonaco has been successfully treating patients in the greater Boston area for many years and has been providing dual sympathetic reset treatment for Stella patients for the past 3 years.

He excels in tailoring each treatment to his patients based on their individual needs. When he isn't helping those with pain or PTSD he enjoys being with his family, boating and playing hockey.

Dr. Wiederholz has completed nearly 100 SGBs before joining Stella in November 2021.

Dr. Wiederholz is the founder and visionary behind Performance Pain & Sports Medicine, also known as Performance. Performance is a boutique medical practice with a focus on the treatment of acute and chronic pain.

He holds four board certifications: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Pain Medicine and Anti-Aging, Regenerative & Functional Medicine. He also holds a Masters degree in Metabolic & Nutritional Medicine.

Dr. Ashley Joseph is a Double Board Certified Pain Management specialist.

Dr. Joseph completed medical school at Wayne State University and went on to complete her Anesthesiology residency and an Interventional Pain Management Fellowship at University of Chicago. Dr. Joseph uses evidence-based treatment options and leading-edge technology to expertly treat a variety of pain conditions. Her clinical interests include ultrasound-guided and fluoroscopic techniques, as well as minimally invasive procedures to target pain.

Dr. Joseph is known for her compassionate and empathetic approach, as well as her excellent procedural skill to treat her patients.

Dr. Condie is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. He is also certified in opiate addiction therapy.

Dr. Condie finished his bachelor's degree in Kinesiology at the University of Utah. He went on to obtain his Doctor of Osteopathy at Midwestern University in Chicago. After completing an internship year at Michigan State University, he finished his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Virginia Commonwealth University. He stayed on for an additional year to complete his Interventional PAIN fellowship. In his free time he is an avid cyclist, and enjoys hiking with his family in our great mountains.

He is always on the lookout for the next great dad joke and enjoys a good Netflix series to binge watch. He is passionate about functional improvement and getting the most out of life.

Daniel Dibble, MD, is an interventional spine/pain medicine physician specializing in interventional diagnostics and therapeutics for both acute and chronic conditions of the spine. He is board-certified in the specialties of pain medicine and anesthesiology.

He is the founder of Spine Team Spokane. Dr. Dibble is skilled in treating patients with occupational -related injuries, degenerative diseases, and musculoskeletal conditions. He believes strongly in the non-surgical team approach. He is highly proficient in performing fluoroscopically-guided spinal injections, radiofrequency lesioning, and neurodiagnostic testing.

Dr. Dibble has given many lectures and presentations on non-surgical treatment options and the role of a multi-disciplinary approach in the management of acute and chronic pain. He has served as medical director of St. Luke's Rehabilitation Institute Pain Clinic and as the chairman of anesthesiology at Sutter Merced Medical Center in Merced, California.

He was founder of the Pain Diagnostics & Treatment Center in Spokane, Washington and of the Pain Management Clinic of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

Dr. Brandon Harris joined Stella's network in January 2022. Dr. Harris has 20 years of experience. He graduated with honors from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 2004. His specialties include Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine, and and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Harris also speaks Cantonese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish and Vietnamese.

Dr. Rupert has a background in both engineering and medicine. With two engineering degrees from the University of Cincinnati, he was the first student in the College of Engineering to complete a full pre-med curriculum along with his core engineering credits. He was also a varsity athlete in Track and Field.

Dr. Rupert completed his Medical Doctorate at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, started a surgical residency at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati and finished training in anesthesia at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. He completed a fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Texas Tech University. Additional fellowships through the World Institute of Pain and the American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians.

Dr. Rupert continues to bring cutting-edge Interventional Pain Medicine treatments to Tennessee. He prides his team in developing successful treatment solutions for complex problems without relying on pharmacologic dependence. He is a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and Interventional Pain Specialist who had already performed close to a thousand SGB treatments before joining Stella in July 2021.

Dr. James E. Honet is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist. He began his medical career at Michigan State University, where he graduated with honors. Dr. Honet earned his medical degree at Albany Medical College in New York, where he also performed an internship in internal medicine.

He continued his post-doctoral education at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, where he completed residency in anesthesiology. He also earned the Arthur B. Tarrow Research Award for best resident research. Dr. Honet has written numerous research articles and abstracts of scientific papers on pain management and anesthesiology, in addition to a textbook chapter.

Dr. Honet is a diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology with an additional certification in pain management. He's a member of several professional societies, including the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the American Pain Society, the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia, the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists, and the International Spinal Injection Society.

Dr. Daly is an Interventional Pain Physician and is board certified in Interventional Pain Medicine Management and Anesthesiology.

She completed her Anesthesiology residency at the Montifiore Medical Center in New York City, having received her medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine in Westbury, New York.

She recently co-authored a chapter in the publication Essentials of Regenerative Medicine (2019) and has kept abreast of developments in the growing field of regenerative medicine.

Dr. Blake A. Sutton, a board certified physician in both interventional pain management and anesthesiology, joined Stella in September 2021.

Like his physician colleagues, he's passionate about treating the underlying cause of patients pain so they can regain function and improve their quality of life. Dr. Sutton believes in approaching chronic pain syndromes with compassion and works to develop treatment options using multi-modal, individualized plans that focus on the root of the problem rather than only treating the symptoms. He completed his fellowship at The University of Texas Medical Branch in 2017 and was drawn to Integrated Pain Associates by the shared core values of commitment, compassion, and a comprehensive approach to pain management.

Dr. Sutton finds it an honor and privilege to serve the brave men and women of the military in Abilene as well as the surrounding community.

Dr. Shannon Garrity has an undergraduate degree in Physiology and Medical school at The University of Arizona. He did her Anesthesia residency at University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW) in Dallas, TX and fellowship in Pain Management at UTSW in Dallas, TX. Hehas been at Interventional Pain Management Physician at Integrated Pain Associates since July of 2019.

Dr. Garrity joined Stella in September 2021 and is a board certified physician in both interventional pain management and anesthesiology.

Board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain management since 1990. Attended the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, FL and the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE. ECAA Anesthesia Specialists is one of the Southeast's largest private anesthesiology practices.

The practice has a long history of providing quality medical care and service for over 42 years. Our mission is to provide the highest quality specialty and subspecialty anesthesia care to our patients.