Behavioral Health Wellness Services

Ray Bement did his undergraduate

studies at the University of Illinois.

Ray also has two Master's degrees. He has a Masters MA (Human Effectiveness) from DePaul, Chicago, and a Masters of Social Work MSW (Social Work) from the University of Illinois.

Ray is dedicated to building positive relationships with clients and staying current with the latest research and best practices to provide the highest level of care. He specializes in working with individuals and families going through life transitions and dealing with the stressors and challenges of living and growing in today's ever-changing world. His goal is to assist individuals and families in finding peace within themselves and their current environments.

His training encompasses multiple therapy approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Art & Play Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT).

Ray has over 20 years of experience working with individuals of all ages to support them in meeting their therapeutic goals. He enjoys working with clients to help them address issues associated with anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, ADHD, and other spectrum disorders.

Ray enjoys junking, found art, and outsider art, and is a foodie. Ray is passionate about peace. He is a die-hard Chicago fan, a lifelong Illini fan and he loves sourdough bread and dogs.

Dr. Su attended Second Military Medical School in Shanghai, P. R. China, and Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. He completed his residency training at the University of Illinois at Chicago and has been a provider for over 20 years.

Dr. Su sees patients 18+ at the Promise Healthcare - Neil location.

Dr. Su specializes in mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. He is excited to help people regain control of their lives. 

He encourages patients to follow medical advice, keep appointments, take medications, and actively participate in their journey. He wants patients to know he is here to help whenever needed.

Dr. Su is very family-oriented. He is married with two adult children. In his free time, he enjoys shopping, exercising, and collecting stamps and coins. 

He likes to serve the community by supporting the Community Resource Center.

Tiffany completed her education at Walden University, and she is excited to begin her career with Promise Healthcare as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.

Tiffany is a dedicated mental health professional who is committed to helping others improve their mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

She strongly encourages her patients to prioritize their health by getting regular check-ups, exercising, and maintaining a healthy diet, while avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Tiffany firmly believes that these choices can have a positive impact on overall health.

In her free time, Tiffany enjoys traveling and exploring nature. She is also passionate about supporting youth programs and believes that positive mentors are essential for the well-being for everyone!!

Jessica received her education from Richland Community College, Indiana Wesleyan, and Walden University. She has worked in healthcare for over fifteen years. 

Jessica sees patients 5 & up at the Promise Healthcare-Neil location.

Jessica is passionate about learning about each patient and providing personal, individualized, holistic care. Working together with the patient, Jessica believes they can collaboratively set treatment goals and support growth toward attaining improved mental health and greater quality of life.

During her free time, Jessica loves practicing yoga, reading, hiking, exploring museums, watching true crime documentaries, and playing with her kids. “We love going to visit the Most Magical Place on Earth.”

A fun fact about Jessica is that she went to Australia during her undergrad education for an International Scholars Program, where she learned about women's healthcare services and the universal healthcare program—and went skydiving!

Tiesha Taylor-Ducker is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who completed her first master’s degree at Capella University for Nursing Leadership and Administration and completed her Post Master’s Degree at Walden University as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Tiesha obtained her undergraduate nursing degree at Indiana University Northwest. She provides care to patients across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. She is passionate about helping patients feel heard, understood, and supported. Tiesha believes that mental health care is most effective when it is collaborative, non-judgmental, and tailored to each individual’s goals and values. Tiesha values Promise Healthcare’s dedication to accessible, compassionate care and is especially committed to supporting individuals and families in underserved communities. Her approach focuses on building trust, promoting stability, and empowering patients throughout their mental-health journey. Outside of work, Tiesha enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, traveling, and cooking. A fun fact about her is that she is an identical twin, and her sister is also a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Eric received his Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois and his Masters in Public Administration from Indiana University. He is also a Nationally Rostered Child Parent Psychotherapist.

Eric will see patients at Promise Healthcare-Urbana on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays and at Promise Healthcare-Frances Nelson on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

With over 30 years of experience working with children and families, Eric remains focused on trauma. The effect trauma has on children, parents, and the community. He remains committed to helping youth overcome and process trauma so that they may realize a greater potential. Enabling the family to function cohesively and enact better communication and insight.

Eric wants patients to know that one bad decision or a good decision will not break the mold. If they made a poor choice, that's okay; tomorrow is another day; make a better decision. If they made a good decision, that's great; now, let's talk about making that a pattern. That will be change!

Eric spent 8 years in the U.S. Army and enjoys mentoring veterans. Eric is fluent in Russian and can speak some French, German, and Spanish. An interesting fact about Eric is that he has wrestled a lion.

He is an unashamed bibliophile with over 80,000 books, and he can still be found in area bookstores, finding new treasures.

Abdelkrim Hadj Said earned his master’s degree of science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fort Hays State University. He is trained in evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Abdelkrim practices at Promise Healthcare-Frances Nelson and Promise Healthcare-Neil. He is passionate about helping individuals struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Trauma, Psychosis, Substance Use, and Personality Disorders. He enjoys getting to know his patients and helping them with the obstacles they face.

Abdelkrim encourages patients to become their own best advocates and to educate themselves about their health condition.

Outside of work, Abdelkrim enjoys working out, walking his dog, listening to music, watching movies, and spending time with his family. He speaks four languages and loves traveling.

Sarah Lawson graduated with honors from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville with a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology and a minor in Sociology. She earned her Master of Social Work and is currently working toward her Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential. Her training includes the 40-hour Illinois certification to be a domestic violence advocate, trauma and PTSD education from the National Childhood Trauma Stress Network, and annual IM+CANS training through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services.

Sarah has a strong clinical interest in childhood trauma, particularly how early experiences such as lack of nurturing interactions can impact brain development and lead to developmental, social, and intellectual delays. She is also drawn to working with women and children who have experienced trauma, survivors of sex trafficking, and applying feminist therapy techniques. Inspired by research like The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, Sarah brings a trauma-informed perspective to her work.

She is especially passionate about working with middle and high school students. Sarah believes this age group often lacks consistent support and needs extra attention during such a critical and vulnerable time in their development. Her goal is to help people feel empowered to take control of their lives, and she values collaborating with clients as active participants in their own healing journeys.

Sarah has been practicing as a licensed provider for three years. She is excited to continue growing in her career and hopes to eventually step into leadership roles that help shape services for both clients and communities.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys gardening, rescuing animals, spending time in nature, and hopes to take a Viking cruise through Europe one day. She has a 23-year-old son named Sam who is graduating from Millikin University with a business degree focusing on Ag. She also shares her home with two cats, Mia and Astrid, and a Yorkie named Teddy.

Caren Cohen-Heath is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She began her education at Eastern Illinois University, where she studied education and psychology.

Caren practices at Promise Healthcare-Frances Nelson, Promise Healthcare-Neil, and Promise Healthcare-Rantoul.

Caren brings a wealth of experience to her role, having worked in community mental health since 2007 and as a counselor since 2019. She is National Board Credentialed
Counsel Member and trained in Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT), Anger Management, Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) and interventions for both substance use disorders and mental health needs.

Caren’s clinical passion lies in empowering women and helping people heal from trauma. Drawing from her own journey as a single parent navigating work, education, and
family, she connects deeply with those overcoming adversity. She believes that a person’s past or diagnosis doesn’t define their future and that people can still realize their dreams with the right support. Patients appreciate her compassionate, hopeful approach and her ability to meet them where they are.

Caren enjoys spending time with her family outside of her professional life, including her three children and seven grandchildren. She’s a fan of superhero and action movies,
especially Batman and Marvel, and enjoys crafting, reading, and playing games on her phone. She shares her home with three cats.

Meg Rawley is a Licensed Social Worker who earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Illinois School of Social Work. She has completed Youth Mental Health First Aid training and brings a strong foundation in trauma-informed care to her work.
Meg is especially passionate about supporting young children and their families. She believes the early childhood years are a critical period for development and is deeply committed to helping families build resilience when children are impacted by stress, adversity, or trauma experienced within their environment. Her approach focuses on supporting the whole family system, helping caregivers and children navigate challenges together.
What motivates Meg most in her work is the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. She recognizes that seeking help can be difficult and feels honored to support individuals during vulnerable moments, as well as celebrate their progress and positive milestones along the way.
Before beginning her clinical practice, Meg spent five years in nonprofit leadership, where she supported families facing crisis and instability. She is proud to bring that experience into her role as a provider.
Meg values Promise Healthcare’s integrated model of care and appreciates that patients can access multiple services in one location, reducing transportation barriers and simplifying care for individuals and families.
Outside of work, Meg enjoys thrifting, reading, and crocheting, and has a well-known love for vintage Halloween vests and sweaters. Born and raised in the Champaign area, she is familiar with local resources and enjoys helping patients connect with community supports that meet their needs.