Dr. Wright earned her doctorate in psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1992. Prior to completing her Ph.D. she earned her undergraduate degree from Mississippi College. She has had the privilege of working in private practice for the majority of her professional career. Other settings include her providing professional services to schools, hospitals, intensive outpatient programs, and a drug and alcohol treatment program for adolescents. Dr. Wright furthered her educational studies by pursuing additional training in psychopharmacology and in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Dr. Wright provides psychological services to ages across the lifespan, focusing primarily on children from 6 years of age through adults in their 60’s. She conducts psychological evaluations for individuals, for the school systems, and for other providers including counselors, physicians, and psychiatry. Most of her patients are referred for treatment of trauma, the many forms of anxiety, depression, eating disorder issues, grief, learning disabilities, AD/HD, and other adjustments in life.

Dr. Wright is blessed by having her husband, Carroll Hoselton, come along beside her, and through a faith-walk, opened their own practice in August 2015, and expanded to Desoto Family Wellness Center in March 2021. She and her husband are trained as facilitators in the program Prepare/Enrich, a program that utilizes Christian principles in either helping engaged couples prepare for an upcoming marriage, or by enhancing a married couples’ relationship. She takes no credit for the success of their practice, but claims Matthew 5:16 “let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

Bridget Parkinson, Ed.S. earned her Educational Specialist degree in School Psychology from the University of Kansas in 2012. A native of Overland Park, Kansas, she previously earned her B.A. in Psychology from Ottawa University. Bridget spent eight years as a School Psychologist serving students across multiple school districts in Kentucky and North Carolina before relocating to the Memphis area with her family in 2021. Most recently, she worked as Psychological Examiner in the Department of Psychology and Biobehavioral Sciences at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital until 2025. She brings extensive experience in conducting psychological evaluations for children of all ages as well as young adults. She is a Licensed Psychological Associate (NC) and a Certified Psychological Assistant (TN). Bridget and her husband, Joseph, are proud parents to sons Jonathan and Tyler, who keep life lively and full of joy.  

Michelle Ruder, LPC earned her master’s in counseling from Delta State University in 2020. Prior to completing her masters, she earned her undergraduate degree in Social Work from The University of Mississippi in 1991. She started her career as a social worker practicing as a medical social worker in public and private industry. As a counselor, she has completed her TF-CBT certification and is a trauma informed clinician. She is also trained in substance abuse and has worked in both adolescent and adult inpatient drug and alcohol treatment programs, as well as an intensive outpatient program. Michelle has furthered her educational studies with training in psychopharmacology, EMDR, and motivational interviewing. Michelle has experience working with children starting as early as age 4, and extensive experience working with adolescence 13–18. She also works with adults 18 and up. Michelle provides services to those who suffer from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, adjustment issues, and other mental health issues. 

Michelle is blessed with three adult sons and a grandson. Her faith and family are central to her life. She has asked God not to allow her trials to be in vain, but for Him to work through her to help others. Michelle’s life verses are Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through him who gives me strength.” and Psalm 139:14 “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderful made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” 

Sarah received her master's degrees in social work from the University of Tennessee College of Social Work in 2005. She became fully licensed (LCSW) in 2007. She is licensed in Tennessee and Mississippi. She began her career in community mental health and enjoyed branching out to work in pediatric day clinics and schools. She began her current path in private practice in 2020. She works with a range of clients with concerns including depression, anxiety, life stress, life changes, trauma, and other mood and life concerns. Her concentration is children, teens, and female young adults and adults. Sarah is down-to-earth and practices with warmth and compassion. Her therapy style is described as relaxed, and utilizes a client-centered, interactive, approach and believes in the power of acceptance. Her approach is a melting pot of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral, acceptance, DBT, client-centered, short-term focused, and goal oriented. She loves spending her down time with family, her fur babies, and reading.

Jordan Royals, LPC, earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi College in 2015. Prior to completing her master's degree, she completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology at Millsaps College in 2011. Jordan began her career working in an inpatient hospital setting. She has experience working in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient care, community mental health, crisis teams, and private counseling. She has eight years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults that are overcoming grief, trauma, emotional disorders, behavioral problems, family issues, and eating disorders. Along with these areas, she also has experience working with depression, anxiety, and learning disabilities. 

As a clinician, Jordan is passionate about encouraging others as they break through challenges in their lives. She desires to illuminate hope, compassion, and a sense of security as they navigate through the darkest parts of their experience to reach a place of acceptance and peace. She holds certifications in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her daughter, husband, friends, and family members engaging in outdoor activities or traveling.