Our Gulfport Location
1601 30th Avenue, Gulfport, MS 39501
Meet the Catalyst Gulfport Team
Reginald Magee, Jr. LCSW
Licensed Certified Social Worker
Clinical Director
Reginald Magee, Jr. is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in the state of Mississippi. He earned his Master of Social Work degree from The University of Southern Mississippi in 2013 after receiving his Bachelor of Social Work degree in 2010. He has 10 years of experience in a variety of settings and with diverse clients, including both long-term and brief interventions. Areas of expertise include a client-centered treatment approach to address issues related to anxiety, depression, stress, parenting, individual education plans, and marital issues. He has worked successfully as a support therapist, school therapist, and medical social worker by administering services to individuals, families, schools, and groups.
Reginald has worked at The University of Southern Mississippi as the Coordinator of Clinical Programs and Training and also as an adjunct instructor of cultural diversity. He co-presented “Ethics Within an Integrated Healthcare System” at the annual MS NASW conference in 2017. Reginald believes that change happens when people are given the guidance they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. He provides an environment of compassion and support to help individuals and families establish strengths and place focus on present circumstances and future goals.
Kimberly Weary
LMSW
Licensed Master Social Worker
Kimberly Weary is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the states of Mississippi and Alabama. She received her Master of Social Work in 2017 from University of Southern Mississippi and received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2009 from William Carey University. She brings over 15 years of social work experience in diverse settings such as child welfare, medical social work, and aging and adult services.
Kimberly brings a wealth of knowledge from her professional experience and leadership roles. Kimberly is a 2023 graduate of Leadership Gulf Coast. She is also involved in the community and is an active member on several boards.
Driven by her passion for social work, she takes pride in providing the best services possible to her clients. Kimberly utilizes the person-centered approach with active listening and unconditional positive regard for the client and their experiences. As a therapist her goals are to provide a safe and nonjudgement place for the client, meet the client where they are, and collaborate with the client to meet their goals to promote positive change.
Katrina Griffith
LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Katrina Griffith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She has worked in the mental health field for over ten years. She has experience in the following settings community mental health, psychiatric residential treatment facility, school setting, acute care, and intensive in home services. Most of this experience was obtained by providing services to children, adolescents, and their families.
She has experience in working with clients who have anxiety, depression, sexual trauma, PTSD, grief, mood disorders, and assisting individuals through major life transitions. She obtained her Master of Science Degree in Counseling Psychology from William Carey University in 2014 and her Doctoral of Professional Counseling degree at Mississippi College in 2022.
Katrina believes the foundation of a strong therapeutic alliance is accomplished thorough mutual trust, respect, honesty, authenticity, and she utilizes a non-judgmental approach with clients. Her primary goal is to create a safe space for clients to gain insight into their unique issues and develop coping strategies that can be utilized in their daily lives.
Morgan Bishop
LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Morgan Bishop is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Mississippi. She earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi State University in 2023 and her Bachelor’s in Psychology in 2021. After beginning her professional journey into the mental health field, Morgan gained valuable experience from various clinical settings, including inpatient psychiatric care, substance use rehabilitation, and collegiate counseling. She has worked with young adult and adult clients facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, substance use, and relationship struggles.
Morgan is passionate about fostering a safe, compassionate, and accepting environment for clients in all walks of life and is LGBTQIA affirming. Her down-to-earth style is rooted in forming genuine connections, meeting clients exactly where they are and working to understand their unique needs and personal goals. Using a person-centered approach, Morgan strives to empower clients in uncovering and embracing their authentic selves. She draws from a professional skill set that includes evidence-based practices in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. She is looking forward to working with you!
Gina Spiers
P-LPC
Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor
Gina Spiers is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (P-LPC). She began her mental health career in community health case management in 2003 and transitioned to the role of a mental health therapist in 2013 after obtaining a Master of Science degree in Organizational Counseling from William Carey University.
Her professional background encompasses experience in both community mental health settings and private practice. Gina has assisted adults with a wide range of therapeutic needs, from serious mental health management to goal-setting and relationship improvement. Her expertise includes helping individuals manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD/sexual trauma, mood disorders, and grief, as well as providing a supportive environment for those adjusting to significant life transitions. She also supports clients in resolving workplace or relational conflicts and achieving their desired goals. She enjoys working with diverse client populations, including those with histories of psychosis, Veterans, women, and individuals from various cultures and orientations.
Gina uses an eclectic, strength-based theoretical approach, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt therapy, and Family Systems therapy with contemporary applications. Her primary objective is to create a psychologically safe environment built on a therapeutic alliance characterized by mutual trust, respect, and non-judgmental support. She encourages clients to leverage their self-knowledge, resources, and expertise to address challenges and fulfill unmet emotional needs. She is committed to helping clients understand their unique emotional requirements and strengths, enabling them to restore and maintain equilibrium and mental wellbeing.
Tiffany Cole
LMSW
Licensed Master Social Worker
Tiffany Cole, LMSW, is a dedicated and compassionate licensed master social worker committed to supporting individuals and families through life's challenges. A proud graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, Tiffany earned both a Master of Social Work (MSW) and a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), along with a minor in Child and Family Studies.
With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, mental health, and family systems, Tiffany integrates evidence-based approaches to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment. Tiffany’s clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, addiction, and life transitions.
Tiffany’s approach is client-centered and strengths-based, focusing on empowering clients to build resilience, foster healthy relationships, and achieve their personal goals. Passionate about advocacy and mental wellness, Tiffany continues to grow through ongoing professional development and a deep commitment to the well-being of every individual she serves.
Kori Baudoin
LMSW
Licensed Master Social Worker
Kori Baudoin is a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of Mississippi. She earned her Masters in Social Work here on the Gulf Coast at the USM Gulf Park campus and her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Mississippi State University.
With a passion for community service and cultural competency, Kori first started her career working as a Peace Corps Volunteer for two years in Guyana, South America where she worked in communities to address high suicide rates, literacy, and women’s empowerment. Korialso has over 4 years of experience in the mental health field working in Wraparound Care Coordination and day treatment program serving youth and families with complex needs and mental/behavioral health challenges. Korihas experience working with children, adolescents, families, adults, and groups.
Kori brings a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, attachment-based interventions, crisis response, and mindfulness practices. Her background in Wraparound Care Coordination and staff coaching has shaped her understanding of family systems, high-risk dynamics, and the importance of building supportive, team-based approaches to care through and strengths based practice. As a TBRI practitioner, she integrates creative and experiential techniques to foster healing through connection and trust.
Kori has also facilitated group classes on mindfulness and meditation in her community and can offer an integrative, mindfulness-based approach to therapy. Her work supports clients in processing trauma, strengthening self-trust, and reconnecting with their most authentic selves. She meets each person where they are, offering a grounded, compassionate presence to help them navigate life’s challenges and deepen their sense of meaning and self-worth.
Tanika Williams
LCSW
Licensed Certified Social Worker
Tanika Williams, LCSW, is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Certified Social Worker with a background in mental health services and years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families in school and community-based settings. She specializes in emotional, behavioral challenges, trauma, social challenges, emotional regulation, and mental health well-being of all ages.
She utilizes evidence-based approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed interventions to help clients build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and increase their personal growth. She is client-centered and strength-based focused, while ensuring that clients feel seen, heard, and empowered throughout the healing journey.
Tanika earned her bachelor's in social work from the University of Southern Mississippi and her master’s in social work from the University of Alabama.
Her background includes individual, group, and family therapy in school social work and in intensive in-home therapy. She has extensive experience in crisis intervention, risk assessment, treatment planning, psychoeducation, and connecting families to vital community resources.
With her strong, passionate, and dedicated service. Tanika is committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment where a client can heal, thrive, and grow.