Compassionate Healing Institute

Compassionate Healing Institute was founded in January of 2023 with a main focus on the treatment of co-morbid OCD and eating disorders. We are a team of 3 psychologists including one certified eating disorders specialist, one clinical neuropsychologist and Brain Injury Specialist. We also have one registered, licensed dietitian who specializes in eating disorders and OCD. We take a team approach in treatment, assessing all areas of functioning including nutritional stability and cognitive functioning when working with each of our clients. We provide individualized care based on each individuals needs, and we are able to provide an intensive treatment structure including home visits, meal support and out of office exposures. We provide both in person and telehealth services as 2 of our psychologists are PsyPact providers. Our clinic also offers group therapy an OCD support group for adults and an OCD and eating disorders support group for adults. We provide SPACE treatment for parents as well as CBIT.

Treatment of Co-occurring Disorders:

We specialize in the treatment of co-occuring eating disorders and OCD. We have our clients work together with our in staff dietitian to help support their nutritional intake while also facing food and eating fears. We provide meal support and exposure. We take a multidisciplinary approach to their treatment simultaneously addressing issues with malnourished, cognitive functioning, and obsessions and compulsions. We also provide CBIT for Tics and Tourette’s and ComB for BFRBs. We are also SPACE trained for parenting interventions.

Diversity Statement:

At CHI we strive to provide culturally competent care, honoring the unique perspectives of our clients. We deeply value diversity and inclusivity, and believe that all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, ability, deserve effective mental health treatment. We are a culturally diverse practice and value the importance of having different perspectives within our team.

Throughout our graduate and post graduate training, we have always health multicultural competencies in high regard. We have attended workshops and talks through local psychology chapters and national conferences that address the importance of providing appropriate services for all populations. We have attended talks regarding working with marginalized populations, and made efforts to be present where we can listen to the voices of these populations. We strive to incorporate their perspective into our practice.

Dr. Lissette Cortes is Hispanic, born in Colombia
Dr. Yoslaine Mesa-Jimenez is of Cuban nationality
Dr. Isaac Tourgeman is multiracial of American and Cuban nationality.

Diversity Statement:

At CHI, diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to who we are not just values we endorse, but commitments we actively uphold. We provide culturally responsive care that honors each client’s lived experience and identity. We affirm that individuals of every race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, ability, and background deserve access to compassionate, evidence-based mental health treatment.

As a culturally diverse team, we intentionally cultivate varied perspectives within our practice. We are committed to ongoing education, self-reflection, and accountability to ensure our care remains inclusive, affirming, and responsive to the communities we serve.

Throughout our graduate and post-graduate training, we have prioritized multicultural competency, attending workshops and national conferences focused on serving marginalized communities. We strive to listen, learn, and thoughtfully integrate diverse voices into our clinical work.

OCD Specialists at this Clinic:

• Lissette Cortes, PsyD, CEDS
• Michael Sheffield, PsyD