Our Providers

Who We Are

Jennifer Wims-Madden, DBH MSN, PMHNP-BC

Jennifer Wims-Madden is the founder of Healing Minds Oasis.

Jennifer Wims-Madden is a Doctor of Behavioral Health and an Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who obtained her Board Certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in 2013 after completing her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Wayne State University. She began her mental health nursing career in 2007 after obtaining her Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing from Oakland Community College (OCC). She then went on to complete her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree at University of Michigan- Flint in 2009 before completing her MSN in 2012. She most recently obtained her Doctor of Behavioral Health from Cummings Graduate Institute for Behavioral Studies in 2024.

Jennifer has experience treating patients with various psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and across practice settings, from inpatient hospitals to outpatient clinics. She enjoys her role as an educator, serving as mental health nursing faculty at OCC for several years, providing hundreds of students with rewarding mental health clinical experiences, and she continues to precept PMHNP students regularly. Jennifer strives to provide a holistic, individualized, personalized, and comprehensive experience for every patient she cares for.

Aleya Williams, LMSW

If you’re reading this, you may feel unsure of what to do next—but you’ve already taken the first step by recognizing you need help. As a first-generation college graduate and part of the 4% of Black therapists, I am here to make a difference in your life. Together, we’ll navigate challenges and work toward the change and healing you deserve.

As a compassionate and skilled therapist, I specialize in guiding adults who are survivors of trauma and abuse toward healing and growth. As a Certified EMDR Therapist, I help clients navigate the challenges of trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, and Borderline Personality Disorder. While these topics may feel overwhelming or even intimidating to face, they are my passion, and I am dedicated to creating a safe space for meaningful transformation.

In addition to trauma and personality work, I have extensive experience supporting individuals dealing with:

Anxiety and depression
Stress management & Work Stress
Relationship challenges
Mood stability
Spirituality
Self-esteem issues
LGBTQIA+ identities and issues

My approach is warm, affirming, and tailored to meet your unique needs. I am here to walk alongside you in your journey to a more balanced and fulfilling life. As a therapist who has also been in therapy, I understand how you may be feeling right now. It's okay to need support, we are all human. Take the first step with me for a better, healthier you.

Nicole Nasierowski, LPC, CAADC, NCC, ACS

Nicole is a Licensed Professional Counselor who obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Oakland University and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Oakland University. She obtained a Post Addiction Certification from Western Michigan University. Nicole is a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor.

Nicole has been providing care in a community mental health setting since 2006, in the role of crisis counselor, case manager, counselor, case manager supervisor clinical supervisor and supervisor for LLPC’s. Nicole has taken all training to be endorsed as an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). Nicole sees patients 14 years old and up.

Nicole is a dedicated counselor that offers guidance to individuals and groups (couples, families, etc..) helping them deal with a variety of mental health issues to enhance their subjective well-being. She uses wellness models to highlight a client’s strengths while helping them to be more confident in their everyday lives.

Nicole has experience in treating various issues such as anger management, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and substance abuse. Nicole encourages her clients to discuss any life experiences that may have triggered mental health issues while maintaining a safe space to bring her clients back to their optimal level of functioning.

Brienne Hackett, LMSW

Brienne Hackett, LMSW received her BSW from Marygrove College in 2013 and her MSW from Wayne State University in 2015. Brienne strongly believes in client empowerment, creating and maintaining a positive mindset and helping others become stronger versions of themselves.

Brienne has experience working with children and families, survivors of abuse and neglect, survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, individuals who struggle with self acceptance and low self esteem. Brienne has experience with grief and loss as well as depression. Brienne also has experience working with individuals that have experienced their first episode of psychosis.

Brienne is certified as an Individual Resiliency Training clinician via NAVIGATE, a First Episode Psychosis program within Michigan. Brienne uses trauma-informed psychotherapy to help individuals on their journeys to their fullest potential and helps those when they can no longer see the positives in their lives. Brienne is also an LGBTQ ally. Brienne has worked as a clinician since 2016.