Ashok Yanamadala, M.D.

Medical Director and Psychiatrist

Ashok Yanamadala M.D. is a psychiatrist specializing in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. Dr. Yanamadala earned his Doctor of Medicine in 1993 from the Medical College of Virginia. He is licensed by the states of Missouri and Illinois and has worked in Madison County, St. Louis County, and St Charles County. He has been in private practice for almost 20 years. He has extensive experience in Addiction Psychiatry having worked in the inpatient, Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient settings at Centerpointe Hospital- St Charles and at Centerpointe Hospital- St Peters Adult Substance abuse Programs. He is also part of several medical entities including the BJC Behavioral Health Credentialing Committee and the AACAP.

Edward D. Flynn, ABS, MA, LPC, NBCCH, DBTC

Therapist

Edward Flynn is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works toward the treatment of clients struggling with childhood trauma, PTSD, anxiousness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, relationship issues, LGBTQ concerns, and self injury. He specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as a mode of treatment, and works in outpatient settings with children and adults. Additionally, he is a certified hypnotherapist, which can aid in DBT. Edward centers his sessions on patient satisfaction, and individualizes each treatment plan to the needs of the patient. Edward Flynn is also a nationally certified in clinical hypnotherapy and dialectical behavior therapy.

Sheila Barnes, L.C.S.W

Therapist

Sheila Barnes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree in social work from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Sheila is a compassionate psychotherapist who enjoys working with a diverse clientele including children, adolescents, and adults. She specializes in the care of Adults and Families providing therapy at the Outpatient level. Sheila provides an eclectic approach when engaging in therapy including, Client-Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This allows her to tailor the method being used to best fit each client’s particular needs.

Trushna Pasupuleti, BS

Operations/Compliance Coordinator

Trushna Pasupuleti graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. At Lakeside Behavioral Health, Trushna works as the Compliance Officer, as well as the administrator for the Intensive Outpatient Therapy program. With compassion and diligence, Trushna provides the utmost quality of services for each client to facilitate their success in the IOP program.  Trushna believes that through guidance and support, every individual can achieve the quality of life they envision for themselves.

Connor Perkins

Practice Manager

Connor Perkins graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. At Lakeside Behavioral Health, Connor works as the Practice Manager. As Practice Manager, Connor oversees the day-to-day management of the offices, ensures compliance with procedures and guidelines, and coordinates the services and staff of Lakeside Behavioral Health.