Anna Mechem, MSN, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner at our Castleton location. She is passionate about mental health and believes caring for the mind is an essential part of caring for the whole person. Her approach is centered on helping patients feel supported, understood, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.
Anna’s educational background is a little different from the traditional path into healthcare. She began her studies at the College of Charleston, where she earned majors in Business Administration and Hospitality & Tourism Management. She later discovered her passion for healthcare and went on to earn both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing, specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, from the Medical University of South Carolina.
Anna was drawn to Klarity because of its commitment to creating a safe, positive environment while offering patients both traditional and innovative approaches to treating depression and other mental health concerns. She believes reducing the stigma around mental health starts with making people feel comfortable enough to ask for help—and knowing they will be met with compassion and understanding.
One of the things Anna is most proud of at Klarity is seeing a patient smile, reconnect with life, and begin to feel hopeful again. Being trusted with someone’s most vulnerable moments is something she never takes for granted, and those moments remind her why this work matters.
Outside of Klarity, Anna spends most of her time with her three wonderful sons. She also loves hiking, being outdoors, and going to live music. Her coffee order? A caramel Frappuccino. And a random fact: Anna is a self-proclaimed, wannabe meteorologist, who genuinely loves learning about the weather.
Anna Mechem, MSN, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner at our Castleton location. She is passion...
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Avery Schmidt, FNP, PMHNP, is a Nurse Practitioner and VP of Clinical Operations at Klarity Mental Health & Wellness, where he helps lead clinical operations across the Castleton and Greenwood locations. His approach to care is centered around looking at the whole person and having the flexibility to offer patients a range of treatment options based on their individual needs.
Avery earned his Family Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Indianapolis and went on to complete his Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner training through Purdue Global. His background in both family and psychiatric medicine gives him a unique perspective on the connection between physical and mental health.
Avery was drawn to Klarity because of its holistic approach and the variety of services available to patients. From medication management and therapy to innovative treatments such as TMS, Spravato, and ketamine, he appreciates being part of a practice where patients have more than one path toward feeling better.
One of the things Avery is most proud of at Klarity is hearing directly from patients about how treatment has changed their lives. Those stories serve as a powerful reminder of why the work matters and motivate him to continue helping Klarity grow while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
Outside of Klarity, you’ll usually find Avery on the tennis court or traveling. He also enjoys going to concerts and discovering new places. And a fun fact: Avery was a college diver!
Avery Schmidt, FNP, PMHNP, is a Nurse Practitioner and VP of Clinical Operations at Klarity Menta...
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Amy is a compassionate and motivated, board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a diverse background in internal medicine, mental health, and emergency medicine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University School of Nursing and her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Indiana State University.
Amy is committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care through sound clinical judgment, a collaborative approach, and a dedication to lifelong learning. She has a strong interest in innovative and emerging treatment modalities for mental health disorders.
With over two years of experience at Klarity, a mental health and wellness clinic focused on evidence-based, cutting-edge treatments, Amy works closely with patients to identify individualized care options, including ketamine infusions, Spravato, Exomind TMS, hormone optimization, and Emsculpt Neo. Her goal is to support patients in achieving meaningful, lasting improvements in both mental and physical well-being.
Outside of work, Amy enjoys running, reading, and spending time outdoors with her husband, two daughters, and their dog.
Amy is a compassionate and motivated, board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a diverse ba...
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Dr. Melissa Reed is a board-certified anesthesiologist and the Founder and Medical Director of Klarity, a mental health and wellness clinic dedicated to innovative, evidence-based care. After years practicing in the operating room, she transitioned from hospital medicine to focus fully on building a practice that addresses the growing need for advanced mental health and restorative treatments.
Since founding Klarity in 2016, Dr. Reed has led the expansion of services to include Ketamine Infusion Therapy, Spravato®, Exomind TMS, hormone optimization, Emsculpt NEO, NAD+, and integrative psychiatric care. Her approach combines medical expertise with cutting-edge therapies to help patients who have not found success with traditional treatments.
Dr. Reed is passionate about identifying root causes, personalizing treatment plans, and staying at the forefront of emerging therapies that support brain health, resilience, performance, and overall vitality. Her mission is to provide compassionate, results-driven care that empowers patients to reclaim their well-being and live fully.
Dr. Melissa Reed is a board-certified anesthesiologist and the Founder and Medical Director of Kl...
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