Elaine Spencer Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Spencer is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, young adults and families. Her clinical experience includes treating depression and anxiety, trauma, behavioral problems, relationship difficulties as well as family and school-related issues. She has had the opportunity to work in a variety of contexts, including outpatient care, residential treatment and school settings. Dr. Spencer also has experience conducting child and adolescent psychological evaluations.

Dr. Spencer received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan. She received her Masters degree and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver Professional School of Psychology. She then completed her American Psychological Association (APA)-approved internship at the Kaiser Permanente Department of Psychiatry in San Diego, California. After completing her post-doctoral training, she then became a staff psychologist at the Trauma Counseling Department in the Rady Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center in San Diego, California.

Dr. Spencer is passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and families and she strives to create a safe environment in which to explore therapeutic issues. She utilizes evidenced based practices, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, in addition to non-directive play therapy and psychodynamic/family approaches. Creativity plays a central role in Dr. Spencer’s approach to therapy and she often incorporates art and games into the therapeutic process. Dr. Spencer feels it is important to focus on strengths, to develop healthy coping skills and to incorporate a solid support system in order to help them achieve their optimal emotional and physical well-being.

Fun Facts about Dr. Spencer:

• Enjoys running and just completed her second marathon
• Huge Disney fan and Dory is her favorite Disney character
• Used to be a preschool teacher

Ashley Diehl Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist & Nationally Certified School Psychologist

Dr. Diehl is a licensed psychologist and Nationally Certified School Psychologist who specializes in positive psychology, helping children and adolescents build social-emotional learning, and in the delivery of services and supports in schools. She has experience working with individuals who have emotional, behavioral, and social difficulties, and has worked with in a variety of settings, including: public schools, alternative education, residential, and private practice.

Through individual, family, and small group counseling, Dr. Diehl address an array of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, family conflict, school difficulties, behavioral difficulties, social skills, organization and executive functioning difficulties, and other adjustment concerns.

Dr. Diehl enjoys working with individuals and their families through a strength-based perspective. She utilizes a variety of strategies to not only address clients’ weaknesses, but also foster clients’ strengths in order to overcome challenges. Dr. Diehl believes there is no “one size fits all” model and by collaboratively working together, goals can be identified, evidenced-based practices can begin, and progress can be monitored.

She is passionate about fostering children and adolescents’ social and emotional learning skills so that they can understand and manage their emotions, set and achieve positive goals, establish rewarding relationships, feel and show empathy, and make responsible decisions.

Dr. Diehl enjoys and has extensive experience with comprehensive assessments of children and adolescents who are struggling with learning, attention and a mix of social, emotional and behavioral challenges. She is well known for her ability to match appropriate supports and services to individual needs. Her previous experience within schools allows her to provide realistic and specific recommendations to address needs and capitalize on strengths at school, at home and in the community.
After receiving her undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo, Dr. Diehl relocated to Tampa and obtained her education specialist and doctorate degrees at the University of South Florida.

Fun Facts about Dr. Diehl:

• She is a huge Tampa Bay Lightning Fan and enjoys going to hockey games whenever she gets the chance.
• She loves action movies. Marvel movies top her list.
• She enjoys traveling, especially to the mountains to hike.

Anna Schrack, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist & Nationally Certified School Psychologist

Dr. Anna Schrack is a doctoral level, University of Florida trained (Go Gators), Licensed Psychologist, and Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Dr. Schrack earned her Bachelor of Arts degrees in both psychology and criminology from the University of South Florida, graduating with high honors. Subsequently, she attended the University of Florida, where she acquired her Master of Education and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in school psychology. Dr. Schrack attained practical experience in the schools with the Marion County and Citrus County School Districts. Dr. Schrack further developed clinical skills with the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida concentrating on anxiety and depressive disorders.

Dr. Schrack specializes in the use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Exposure with Response Prevention (E/RP) in the treatment of Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Related disorders. She also utilizes Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics/Habit Reversal Training (CBIT/HRT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices in treatment. Her clients are almost exclusively adults and children ages 6 and older who struggle with OCD, phobias, social anxiety, perfectionism, general anxiety, postpartum anxiety/OCD, panic, PANDAS, PANS, Tourette’s, tics, misophonia, hoarding, eating disorders, and/or depression. Because many of these issues impact not only the individual but also the family, Dr. Schrack includes parents, spouses and other family members as indicated to ensure the best treatment and outcomes. With her experience and training within the school system, Dr. Schrack is also a valuable resource for families in bridging the gap between mental health accommodations and school needs.

Dr. Schrack strives to help her clients live their best life, experience more joy and less suffering. She does this by creating a supportive and safe environment in which clients are invited to share openly without judgment. By providing clients with tools, she encourages them to find ways to overcome challenges. Dr. Schrack enjoys learning from each client and adapting therapeutic strategies based on the needs of each individual.

A few fun facts about Dr. Schrack:

• Favorite Vacation Spots: St. Augustine Beach on Anastasia Island and Maui, Hawaii
• Enjoys dancing: In particular, Ballroom (Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba) and Latin (Salsa, Bachata, Merengue)
• Enjoys board games and card games

Matthew Rigberg, LMHC, CRC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Independent Contractor

Matt’s formal psychotherapy training began at the University of South Florida, as a member of the Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling department, and continues to the present. Matt has had the opportunity to hone and refine his therapeutic skills at regarded institutions such as Tampa General Hospital and the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital.

Matt specializes in treating adults, people born in the millennial generation, and older adolescents using a combination of therapeutic modalities including: person-centered (Rogerian), cognitive-behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), and mindfulness based approaches. His clinical experience includes treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, men’s issues, LGBTQ, and gender dysphoria.

Matt believes effective counseling is a collaborative effort in which client and counselor work together to increase self-awareness, develop perspectives, and formulate strategies to live skillfully. Matt believes that healing and growth is assisted through developing an understanding of the mind and body connection. Deepening this understanding leads to increased self-awareness, enhanced development of coping skills, and a greater sense of control.

Fun Facts about Matthew:

• Matt is an avid cook. His favorite dish to cook is boeuf bourguignon.
• Matt’s favorite sports are soccer, tennis, and hockey.
• Matt enjoys craft beer and occasionally brews his own.

Andy Coble, LMHC, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Andy is a licensed mental health counselor who recognizes the value of bringing warmth, an open mind and genuine kindness to each client. He specializes in working with children and adolescents, along with their families, to improve problems related to anxiety, depression, oppositional defiance and argumentativeness, general behavior issues, trauma and substance use. He successfully guides parents through the sometimes extremely difficult job of raising children in 2018, taking into consideration pressures from schools, social media and extended family. Andy has a true gift for helping families in conflict improve communication and relationships.

Andy has a master’s degree in counseling from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology which is now called Argosy University. Throughout his career in both Illinois and Florida, Andy has provided counseling, prevention and intervention services at community-based organizations.

A strong proponent of understanding and treating behavioral and mental health issues, Andy utilizes family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and person-centered approaches. He believes in a strong working relationship with his clients that helps to empower them and ultimately act as a catalyst for change.

Fun Facts about Andy:

• Andy loves music and plays saxophone, guitar, and a little piano.
• A true sports fan – Andy loves to be on the field as well as in the stands.
• Andy’s favorite food is Chicago-style pizza!

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Amanda M. Cosgriff, Ph.D., BCBA, Licensed School Psychologist & Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Dr. Amanda Cosgriff is a Florida licensed school psychologist and a board certified behavior analyst who has a passion for providing clinical services to individuals with autism and related disabilities, ADHD, and children and adolescents with behavior difficulties. A Louisiana native, she earned her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University (Geaux Tigers!) and she earned her masters and doctorate degrees from Mississippi State University. 

After completing her American Psychological Association (APA)-approved internship with the Illinois School Psychology Internship Consortium (ISPIC), Dr. Cosgriff moved to Oklahoma City where she was a postdoctoral fellow for the Moore Autism Center, P.C. where she provided services for individuals with autism and their families.

Dr. Cosgriff has experience working with individuals with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and mild depression, along with those that need help with making better choices, behavior difficulties, emotion regulation, and self-esteem. She has received extensive training in delivering evidence-based interventions rooted in applied behavior analysis for children/adolescents and emerging adults across a variety of settings including public schools, alternative education, university, and private practice. She also specializes in the assessment and treatment of individuals with autism, developmental delays and with children who exhibit behavioral difficulties.

She is passionate about providing psychoeducation and helping parents/guardians understand their child’s behaviors and how support them throughout their development. She uses a developmental and collaborative team approach when working with families to identify effective interventions individualized to meet the needs of each client and family. 

Dr. Cosgriff uses a multidisciplinary approach when working with children/adolescents, young adults, and their families to help them develop the skills they need to provide the best possible outcomes. Her love for helping others is easily seen with her humor, joy, and play when working with children and adolescents. This approach helps to engage her clients in treatment and almost effortlessly establish positive relationships. Dr. Cosgriff believes in the importance of teaching functional daily living skills, coping strategies, life skills, social skills, and identifying evidence-based interventions to help individuals and their families become as successful as possible. 

Credentials and Certificates

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Florida Licensed School Psychologist

• Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule – 2^nd Edition (ADOS-2)

Fun Facts about Dr. Cosgriff:

• She was a gymnast for 13 years
• Is a dog lover and pawrent to a Doberman named Dublin
• She is a big foodie and enjoys traveling (her favorite place is Ireland)

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Amanda Pinelli Psy.D., Psychology Resident

Dr. Amanda Pinelli received her Bachelor’s degree from Florida State University, and her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology from the Florida School of Professional Psychology. She is currently pursuing Florida Psychology Licensure under the Supervision of Dr. Rice.

Dr. Pinelli has worked with a diverse population of clients within a range of the lifespan including children, adolescents, adults and the military veteran population. She has experience working in a variety of settings, including private practice, out-patient clinics, college counseling, and in-patient hospital settings. She acknowledges during life’s journey there maybe unexpected twists, turns and bumps that are often times difficult to heal from and adjust to. She is passionate and committed to walking beside clients and their families along their unique and individual journeys for healing and emotional well-being. Dr. Pinelli has experience working with: Posttraumatic stress disorder, adjustment disorders, depressive disorders, self-injurious behavior, mood disorders, Bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, anger management, self-esteem issues, body image issues, and individual problems in interpersonal relationships, personality disorders, learning difficulties, ADHD and persistent and severe mental illness.

Fun Facts about Dr. Pinelli:

• She loves spending time with family and friends doing a variety of activities.
• She loves activities on the open water, including boating, fishing and relaxing on the beach.
• She is an avid FSU football fan.

Brandi Lonergan, Office Manager

Brandi Lonergan joined RPG in February 2017 as Administrative Assistant.  She has 15 years of front office experience in a variety of setting including most recently a busy veterinary office. Brandi made the transition seamlessly from helping people help their pets to assisting people seeking care for themselves and their loved ones  Her dedication to easing the pain and suffering of both people and animals is evident daily in how she takes care of RPG’s clients, clinicians and therapy dogs.

Fun Facts about Brandi:

• Brandi’s favorite hobbies are spending time with her family, kayaking, snorkeling and travelling.
• She loves to bake.
• She is an animal lover.

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Jessica Carlson, Administrative Assistant

Jessica Carlson joined RPG in March of 2020 as an Administrative Assistant. She has 7 years of front office and administrative experience in a variety of settings. Her strengths include staying organized, meeting new people and creating art to maintain an optimistic outlook. Growing up with 2 younger sisters, as well as experience as a preschool teacher’s assistant, Jess has a unique insight to help with RPG’s clients. Prior to joining the RPG team, she managed the front office for a busy Chiropractic practice.

Fun Facts about Jessica:

• Her favorite hobbies include hiking, reading, photography and gardening.
• Ideal vacation spot is in the mountains up north.
• Loves going to hockey games with her husband. Go Lightning!!!

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