Meet Our Team
Our team is made up of compassionate, experienced clinicians dedicated to helping individuals and families feel supported, understood, and empowered. We believe in creating a safe, welcoming space where healing and growth can happen at your own pace. Get to know the people who are here to walk alongside you on your journey.
Jada Helmer
Jada is the founder of Just Keep Swimming Counseling and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Qualified Supervisor (QS-MH), and DBT-Linehan Board of Certification™ Certified Clinician with extensive experience working with adolescents and adults navigating emotional, behavioral, interpersonal, and substance use challenges. Her background includes supporting survivors of sexual assault, counseling adolescents in diversion programs, and working with adults transitioning out of the penal system.
Originally from Southern Illinois, Jada grew up in a small rural town surrounded by nature, which continues to influence her approach to balance and self-care. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Anthropology from Southern Illinois University before completing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Florida.
Jada has expanded her clinical expertise through advanced training and leadership roles, including developing a Substance Abuse Group for adolescents and serving as Clinical Director of an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for Substance Use Disorders. She believes treatment should be individualized, evidence-based, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Her clinical work focuses heavily on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma treatment, emotional regulation, and interpersonal challenges. She has received intensive training in DBT Prolonged Exposure (DBT PE) and Radically Open DBT (RO DBT), and provides both individual therapy and RO DBT skills groups for adolescents and adults.
Outside of the office, Jada prioritizes a “life jacket first” approach to self-care and enjoys hiking, reading, working out, spending time with her pets and friends, trying new restaurants, and catching up on her favorite TV shows.
“I provide a collaborative, compassionate, and supportive space tailored to each client,
helping build insight, develop coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Sam Kingree
Sam K is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Jacksonville University. She is passionate about helping both individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and practical tools for change.
Sam’s approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and thoughtfully integrates other evidence-based techniques to meet each client’s unique needs. She specializes in working with young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and with couples facing relationship stress or communication difficulties.
Her goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, collaborative space where clients can gain insight, build resilience, and move toward meaningful transformation.
Outside of her clinical work, Sam is an animal lover who spends her free time rehabilitating and fostering cats in need—offering them the same care and support she brings to her therapy work.
"My style is inviting, collaborative, and person-centered from a DBT-informed lens,
and focuses on skill development and building a life worth living"
Josh Pina
Josh is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern at JKSC. He earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Jacksonville University, where he was honored with the Clinical Excellence Award for his commitment to promoting wellness and compassionate care.
Josh is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and works with both teens and adults who struggle with emotional dysregulation, relationship conflict, and behavioral challenges. He also specializes in working with individuals navigating substance use disorders and is anticipated to lead the Northeast Florida Safety Council treatment program at JKSC.
Josh is passionate about helping clients build emotional insight, self-control, and more fulfilling interpersonal connections. His approach is structured, collaborative, and deeply grounded in DBT principles.
Outside of the therapy room, Josh enjoys relaxing with his dog and catching up on sports or favorite shows.
“My style is warm, collaborative, DBT-informed, and emphasizes validation, accountability, skill-building, and meaningful change.”
Paige Stabile-Dunnigan
Paige earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Jacksonville University, where she served as President of Chi Sigma Iota, the international counseling honor society. She is also a published author of “Between Clinical Practice and Content Creation: A New Frontier in Counselor Career Development” and enjoys presenting to students, interns, and emerging professionals at conferences and training events.
Clinically, Paige provides individual, family, and group therapy at Just Keep Swimming under the supervision of Jada Helmer. She serves as co-lead of the NEFSC group, founder and lead facilitator of the Tween DBT Skills Group at JKS, and co-facilitator of the FBPDA Skills Class in Florida, offering virtual DBT skills groups for adults statewide. Paige brings a warm, collaborative, and strengths-based approach to therapy grounded in connection, safety, and practical skill-building.
Her clinical interests center on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), particularly with adolescents and young adults within autism-informed care. She plans to pursue DBT certification and is passionate about supporting clients through emotion dysregulation, trauma, self-harm, and life transitions while honoring each individual’s
resilience and unique experiences. In her free time, Paige enjoys reading, film, and spending time with her dog and two cats, with favorites including Star Wars, Harry Potter, and The Mummy.
Adriana Inacio
Adriana is a Graduate Level Clinician (GLC) and currently a student at Jacksonville University in the process of earning her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is passionate about providing empathetic and compassionate therapeutic support to a diverse array of clients under the supervision of Jada Helmer, DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician, LMHC, QS-MH.
Adriana’s approach to counseling is grounded in person-centered therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), thoughtfully integrating both to meet each client’s unique needs. She focuses on emphasizing the strengths of each individual while helping clients develop new skills, navigate life’s challenges, and build the life they want.
Her goal is to provide a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel empowered to gain insight, build resilience, and work toward meaningful growth and change.
Outside of the counseling room, Adriana enjoys spending time with loved ones, exploring new places, and taking moments to relax and enjoy life.
Haley Kirby
Haley is a Graduate Level Clinician (GLC) currently completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through the University of West Alabama. She provides individual and family therapy at Just Keep Swimming under the supervision of Jada Helmer, DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician, LMHC, QS-MH.
Haley brings a wealth of experience supporting children and families through complex transitions. In her current role as a New Patient Coordinator at Baptist Behavioral Health, she helps individuals and families access a variety of behavioral health services, including individual therapy and psychiatry, Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and maternal mental health programs.
Haley’s approach to counseling is rooted in the belief that connection is the catalyst for healing. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and trauma. Haley takes a holistic approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, Solution-Focused, and Narrative Therapy to meet each client’s unique needs. She is particularly passionate about supporting individuals navigating religious trauma and co-parenting dynamics.
Outside of the counseling room, Haley enjoys supporting the local arts scene and spending her weekends hunting for vintage treasures at thrift stores and flea markets.
Sam Mohr
Sam M is a Graduate Level Clinician (GLC) and currently a student at Jacksonville University in the process of earning her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She provides counseling services under the supervision of Jada Helmer, DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician™, LMHC, QS-MH. Sam is passionate about meeting clients wherever they are in their personal journey and welcomes individuals from all walks of life seeking support with depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions.
Sam’s approach to counseling integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to help clients navigate challenges, regulate emotions, challenge negative thought patterns, and develop practical coping strategies. She strives to create an inclusive, empathetic, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel supported and empowered to heal, adapt to life’s changes, and build resilience.
Her goal is to help clients recognize their strengths, develop effective tools for navigating difficult emotions and experiences, and feel more confident as they move toward meaningful growth and change.
Outside of the counseling room, Sam enjoys nurturing her creative side through painting, drawing, and jewelry making. She also loves spending time in nature, hiking, and exploring national parks.
Poesephus Beauregard
Mr. Poe is our very important (and very adorable) office companion who takes his role of emotional support quite seriously. He can usually be found cozied up on his heated blanket, enjoying a well-earned nap between “important meetings.” Always dressed to impress in his fancy work shirts, he believes every day at the office deserves a little style.
He makes his rounds throughout the day to greet clients and staff with not so quiet hellos and supervision, offering a calming presence just by being nearby. Mr. Poe is a firm believer in balance—work hard, rest harder—and he models this beautifully through his dedication to napping, observing, and offering moral support from his cozy spot.
Whether off duty or not, you’ll find him enthusiastically batting around his toy mice or not so patiently awaiting his favorite Churu treats, which he accepts with great dignity and appreciation. Whether he’s greeting guests, napping like a pro, or reminding everyone to slow down and breathe, Mr. Poe brings comfort, charm, and a little bit of joy to everyone he meets.
Paige Lilley
Paige is the Director of Administration, overseeing everything from scheduling, billing, insurance verification, payroll, accounting, IT, and all the many details that keep the practice running smoothly and efficiently. She takes pride in creating systems that support both clients and clinicians, ensuring day-to-day operations flow seamlessly so others can focus on what matters most.
Outside of work, Paige is endlessly curious and happiest when she has a new plant, hobby, recipe, or idea to explore. She enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, trying out new restaurants, and appreciating a well-made cocktail, always on the lookout for her next favorite experience. With a deep love of plants, she tends to a collection of over 300, often adding, propagating, or rearranging something at home.
At home, Paige lives with her husband, two dogs, and four cats, including Mr. Poe, who is also part of the office family. Her pets keep life active and entertaining, and she enjoys the mix of chaos, comfort, and companionship they bring to her day-to-day routine.