Meet The Team

Kaity Horseman is a compassionate and integrative therapist dedicated to helping individuals deepen self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and navigate life’s challenges with resilience. With expertise in trauma, somatic therapy, and psychedelic integration, Kaity tailors her approach to each client’s unique needs, blending evidence-based techniques with a holistic understanding of wellness. Kaity is trained in a wide range of modalities, including Somatic Therapy, Attachment Theory, Psychodynamics, EMDR, and Brainspotting. She has completed advanced training in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) through Polaris Insight Center, with over 300 hours of direct experience. Her work emphasizes collaboration, compassion, and fostering a deeper connection to one’s body, emotions, and values. Kaity’s professional journey began in outdoor education, where she discovered her passion for helping people align with their inner wisdom and connect with nature. This foundation informs her interdisciplinary approach, which weaves together neuroscience, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices, and eco-psychology to guide clients toward greater balance and fulfillment. When not working, Kaity loves adventuring outdoors with her family and two dogs, embracing the healing power of nature, and living in alignment with her values of authenticity, curiosity, and connection. She is committed to empowering clients to embrace their wholeness, navigate uncertainty with courage, and create lives rooted in compassion and purpose.

Stewart Canter brings over three decades of experience to his counseling practice, specializing in trauma recovery and nervous system regulation. Since beginning his career as a school counselor in 1989, Stewart has cultivated a rich and varied professional background, including adventure-based counseling, residential counseling, and public mental health. He transitioned to private practice in 2005, focusing on somatic and integrative approaches to help clients heal and thrive. Stewart’s therapeutic models include the Trauma Resiliency Model, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems, blending evidence-based techniques with a compassionate, client-centered approach. As a proud member of the Watershed Healing Collective, he also offers Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) sessions in the serene, immersive setting of his Mars Hill home office, nestled in a secluded, wooded cove. In addition to his counseling work, Stewart holds a bachelor’s degree in music education and served as the festival director for Asheville’s Shindig on the Green and the Mountain Dance & Folk Festival. His passion for creativity and connection informs his therapeutic approach, helping clients restore self-regulation, resilience, and balance to their lives. When you work with Stewart, you’ll find a compassionate guide dedicated to helping you navigate trauma, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and achieve greater peace and self-regulation. Lauren brings a holistic approach to her practice, utilizing her expertise in trauma recovery and mindfulness to guide clients through their healing journey. She is committed to providing evidence-based care that honors each individual’s unique experience and fosters long-term transformation. Whether working with individuals or groups, Lauren’s focus is on creating a healing environment that prioritizes safety, respect, and empowerment.

Matt Vest is a dedicated therapist in Asheville, NC, specializing in helping adults and couples navigate existential challenges, life transitions, and the pursuit of deeper meaning and connection. With a grounding in Existential and Humanistic psychotherapy, Matt’s approach is compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered, aiming to support individuals in embracing their unique journeys with self-acceptance and purpose. Matt incorporates a variety of evidence-based techniques in his practice, including mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). As a trained provider in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration (PHRI), Matt partners with Asheville Integrative Psychiatry’s Watershed Healing Collective to offer KAP services and support clients exploring the integration of psychedelic experiences. Matt’s work also reflects his personal passions and life experiences. A creative at heart, with a background in film editing and art, Matt enjoys supporting artists, writers, and other creatives in exploring their inner worlds and unlocking their potential. He has a special interest in spiritual growth and helping clients find their paths toward connection and universal understanding. Outside of his work, Matt is a proud dad and co-parenting partner. He balances his professional life with time spent exploring aviation, both through virtual flight simulations and as a metaphor for the deep and transformative journeys he helps his clients undertake. Whether you’re seeking individual therapy, couples counseling, or support with psychedelic integration, Matt offers a safe and welcoming space to explore the complexities of life with curiosity, courage, and compassion.

Dr. Will Hamilton is a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of mental health, chronic pain, trauma, and existential concerns. With a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Pacific Graduate School of Psychology, Dr. Hamilton’s training emphasizes neuropsychology and behavioral health, offering a unique blend of evidence-based therapies and contemplative practices to promote healing and growth. Dr. Hamilton began his clinical journey working with veterans at the Salt Lake City VA Hospital and later at Kaiser Health’s Chronic Pain Management Program in San Francisco. His extensive experience includes supporting individuals facing trauma, brain injuries, chronic illnesses, and complex health conditions like migraines. Since 2013, Dr. Hamilton has been in private practice in Asheville, NC, focusing on third-wave behavioral therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). A leader in the field of Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Dr. Hamilton has offered KAP services since 2019 in collaboration with the Living Medicine Institute. He also provides preparation and integration support for clients exploring psychedelic experiences. With additional expertise in Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and behavioral health psychology, his therapeutic approach fosters self-compassion, resilience, and meaningful change. Growing up in Asheville and earning his undergraduate degree in Anthropology and Chemistry at UNC-Chapel Hill, Dr. Hamilton brings a deep appreciation for the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. He is passionate about contemplative practices, including meditation, martial arts, and yoga, which influence his work and personal life. Outside of his practice, he enjoys hiking, traveling, reading, and leading workshops on meditation, neuroscience, and positive psychology. Whether you’re seeking support for chronic pain, trauma, relational difficulties, or personal growth, Dr. Hamilton offers a compassionate and evidence-based approach to guide you through life’s challenges.

Chandler Nobles is a compassionate and down-to-earth therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate the complexities of trauma, mental health, and life transitions. With extensive training in trauma-informed care, Chandler brings over a decade of experience to her practice, offering a warm, validating, and often humor-filled approach to therapy. Chandler specializes in treating trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and life adjustments, with a particular focus on women, medical and mental health professionals, first responders, and college students or millennials navigating the challenges of “adulting.” She is trained in a variety of modalities, including EMDR (her personal favorite), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Chandler also provides Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), integrating somatic, EMDR, and parts work approaches to complement psychedelic-assisted therapy. Chandler’s career journey has spanned diverse roles, from intensive in-home and school-based therapy to serving as Assistant Clinical Director at an inpatient psychiatric hospital. These experiences have equipped her to work with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, helping them achieve balance, peace, and purpose in their lives. An Eastern North Carolina native, Chandler has embraced Asheville as her home, where she finds joy in the mountains, waterfalls, and all things outdoors. When she’s not in session, she loves hiking, kayaking, baking, reading, and playing her violin. Whether she’s chasing waterfalls or experimenting with sweet treats in the kitchen, Chandler brings the same passion for connection and authenticity to her personal life as she does to her practice. Chandler’s mission is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take steps toward healing and self-discovery—sometimes with the help of a funny metaphor, a practical coping tool, or even a meme or two.

Dave MacDonald is a highly experienced and compassionate therapist specializing in trauma-informed care and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy (KAP and PSIP). With over 35 years of experience, Dave integrates cutting-edge therapeutic approaches to help clients heal from PTSD, CPTSD, dissociation, and other trauma-related challenges. His practice is deeply rooted in creating a safe, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and achieve greater self-awareness and healing. Dave’s expertise includes advanced training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Attachment Theory, and Structural Dissociation Theory. He incorporates these modalities into his work with KAP and PSIP, tailoring each session to the unique needs of his clients. His specialized focus extends to clinicians who have done significant personal therapeutic work and are seeking to deepen their growth and understanding of personal and professional challenges. A dedicated advocate for the transformative potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy, Dave has undergone extensive training through MAPS and other leading organizations. His approach is grounded in analytic psychodynamic psychotherapy while incorporating somatic practices, mindfulness, and interpersonal neurobiology to address the complexities of trauma and foster lasting change. Originally trained in philosophy and sociology before pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Georgia, Dave’s career spans decades of work in addiction treatment, trauma recovery, and mind-body psychotherapy. He is passionate about helping clients harness their natural healing capacities through therapies informed by the latest developments in neuroscience and attachment theory. Outside of his practice, Dave enjoys exploring the creative and transformative aspects of life, including art and contemplative practices. His work reflects his deep curiosity, appreciation for human resilience, and commitment to fostering growth, healing, and connection. Dave offers virtual therapy and KAP sessions at Asheville Integrative Psychiatry and Concierge Medicine in Asheville, NC. If you’re ready to embark on a journey of healing and growth, Dave provides a compassionate partnership to help you navigate the path forward.