Get to know our team
Our team
CO-FOUNDER & CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Amrita Murgasen
Amrita Murgasen, M.S., LMHC, leads Empower Wellness as Co-Founder, CEO, and Clinical Director. With over 12 years of experience in the mental health field, she brings compassionate leadership, clinical excellence, and innovative strategies to support individuals and families.
Amrita specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief, ADD/ADHD, and provides Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy. She is also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based approach for healing trauma and emotional wounds. Her therapeutic methods include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and reality therapy—guiding clients toward empowerment, healing, and sustainable growth.
CO-FOUNDER & OPERATIONS MANAGER
Vanessa Villegas
Vanessa Villegas, B.S., Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Empower Wellness, holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health with a concentration in Emergency Medical Planning from the University of South Florida. She oversees all operational aspects of the clinic and is actively developing the expansion of additional wellness services, ensuring Empower Wellness continues to grow with innovation and excellence.
LMHC
Kate Graves
Kate Graves, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with specialized training in Crisis Intervention, De-escalation, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). She works with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, utilizing a client-centered approach that fosters empowerment and healing. Empower Wellness is proud to have Kate’s warm, down-to-earth energy enriching our team.
LCSW
Jakayla Miller
Jakayla Miller, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in working with clients aged 15 and older experiencing anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges. She utilizes a person-centered, holistic approach and is committed to continually expanding her clinical skills to best serve her clients. Empower Wellness is proud to have Jakayla’s compassionate and empowering presence guiding clients on their journey toward self-discovery and growth..