Aster Springs Outpatient – Nashville

Executive Director

Amber Lucchino, LCSW, LADAC

Amber is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor. She has been working in the behavioral health field for over 18 years, with a primary focus on trauma and co-occurring disorders. She earned her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Union University and her Master of Social Work degree from Columbia University in NYC. She has experience in outpatient, as well as residential treatment settings, where she has held positions ranging from providing direct care to clients to facilitating program management, staff development and organizational wellness in Director roles. She enjoys providing trainings in the community and has been an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Social Work for Belmont University in Nashville, TN.

Amber is married and has 4 kiddos. In her spare time, she can be found at the barn with horses or hiking on nearby trails. She loves cake decorating, spontaneous dance parties and anything outdoors. Amber brings a unique perspective to her role as Executive Director in holding 22 years of recovery herself from an eating disorder. Her motto is: “Pay attention to what brings you joy and do more of that”.

Supervising Psychiatrist

Dr. Tom Scales

As the attending psychiatrist/physician for Selah House, Selah House Outpatient, and Toledo Center for Eating Disorders, Dr. Scales provides psychiatric and medical care to our clients. He is a diplomat in the American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and in Addiction Medicine through the American Board of Preventive Medicine. Dr. Scales completed his undergraduate training at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL, followed by medical school at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. He completed his residency training in a combined Internal Medicine/Psychiatry program at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. He is passionate about helping those with eating disorders and has made numerous community presentations and local media appearances regarding the topic. Dr. Scales was the radio show host of a live web-based program entitled “Understanding Eating Disorders” which occurred weekly on www.health.voiceamerica.com and featured professionals and laypeople as guests in the eating disorder field. Most importantly, he is a husband and proud father of two children.

Program Therapist

Rachael Hausin, LMSW

Rachael Hausin is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a background in working with children, adolescents, and families in need of mental health support and advocacy. She has worked in intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization settings to meet the needs of her clients. She specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, and depression through the modalities of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Rachael attended the University of Alabama where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She then relocated to Nashville, TN where she worked as a case manager for children and their families who were in need of various support and resources. She then received her Master’s Degree in Social Work online through Arizona State University. After graduating with her Master’s Degree, she went on to be a Behavioral Specialist for children and adolescents diagnosed with eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, and depression. In her free time, Rachael enjoys reading, going on hikes, and watching The University of Alabama play any sport, but mostly college football!

Office Coordinator

Haley Richardson

Haley Richardson has been working in behavioral health since 2019. She attended Western Carolina University where she received her bachelor’s degree in psychology. Haley has experience working in direct patient care, treating individuals diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Along with this, she has worked in intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, residential and inpatient programs. In her free time, Haley enjoys reading, going to concerts and watching rom coms. On the weekends she can be found spending time with her dog and exploring the great outdoors.

Dietitian

Diana Romanach MS, RD, LDN

Diana is a Registered Dietitian who received her undergraduate degree at Middle Tennessee State University and went on to complete her dietetic internship and Master’s degree at Samford University. Diana is passionate about helping her clients restore their relationship with food and is committed to meeting her clients where they are. She wants nothing more than for her clients to learn how treasured, loved, and valuable they are. Diana empowers and guides her clients using Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size principles and loves to incorporate hands-on activities and games into her group topics. Aside from her love of cooking and all things dietetics, Diana loves visiting bakeries, hiking with her husband, and watching movies.

Primary Therapist

Mary Bryant-Likens, LPC-MHSP

Mary holds the licensed professional counselor with the mental health service provider designation in the state of Tennessee. She earned her Bachelors in Family Studies and Human Development from the University of Arizona and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Memphis.

Mary began working with clients with eating disorders in 2018 and quickly found a passion for helping those who struggle with their relationship with food and body image. She specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression. Mary utilizes experiential and somatic interventions through Internal Family Systems, EMDR, psychodrama, and art.

Program Therapist

Sarah Littleton-Smith, NCC

Sarah earned her bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Psychology in 2020 from University of Tennessee. She completed her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2023. Sarah has worked in elementary, middle, and high school settings in addition to two university settings. Sarah is passionate about advocating for her clients and providing a safe space for connection and processing. Sarah enjoys utilizing Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Nurse Practitioner

Jana Briggs, DNP, PMHNP-BC, APRN

Jana Briggs is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who obtained her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at the University of Washington in 2020. Jana started her medical career as a nurse at Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital in 2013 and quickly progressed to a Clinical Staff Leader while helping to implement system changes at Vanderbilt for evidence-based effective and compassionate addiction care. Jana has become an expert in addiction medicine practicing as the first Integrative Provider at The Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California and as a Provider on the Dual-Diagnosis Unit at Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital. She feels fortunate to join the Odyssey Family as a Provider for clients with Eating Disorders as well as Mental Health Conditions. Jana is also a registered yoga instructor who teaches in the community and has taught yoga in numerous hospital and residential settings. Jana is a strong believer in individualized care for clients and utilizes the benefits of her own recovery to inspire others.