About Our Providers

We provide the highest standard of care to our patients. With years of experience practicing medicine, we are renowned for our skill in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions and disorders. Our doctors and our entire medical staff are always ready to provide expertise, experience and compassion to each and every one of our patients.

Valerie Del Medico, MD

Dr. Del Medico graduated from Case Western Reserve University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Biology. She attended The Ohio State University where she received her medical degree and she is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Del Medico was a consulting psychiatrist for North Community Counseling Centers from 1990-2000, and then served as the Medical Director from 2000-2010 before joining Central Ohio Counseling, Inc. Her specialties include mood disorders, seasonal affective disorders, attention deficit disorder, and nutritional factors in mental health.

Craig Fitzgerald, LPCC

I am a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT) with extensive experience as a therapist, caseworker, supervisor, and workshop facilitator. Over the years, I've developed a diverse skill set that allows me to provide compassionate, results-driven support to individuals, families, and teams.

Edan Gilat, MD

Dr. Gilat has been with Central Ohio Counseling, Inc. since February 2016. Originally from Central Ohio, Dr. Gilat completed his Bachelors of Science in Psychology at The Ohio State University in 2005 after which he worked as a case manager at SouthEast Recovery. He then went on to earn his medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Gilat completed his psychiatric residency training at Baystate Medical Center and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. He is well versed in both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. Areas of interest include treatment of depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, anxiety disorders, as well as, ADHD. Dr. Gilat is certified to treat patients with PTSD using medical marijuana.

Rekia Hill, APRN-PMHNP-BC

Hi, I'm Rekia! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nine years of experience as a licensed healthcare professional. I specialize in addiction medicine and have extensive experience providing comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care. My approach combines evidence-based practices with compassionate, individualized support, creating a safe and welcoming space where clients can feel understood, empowered, and supported in their journey toward wellness.

Irmina Light, LISW-S

Irmina received her Master’s in Social Work from The Ohio State University. She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with supervisory designation and is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has been in practice for 22 years, the last 6 at Central Ohio Counseling, Inc. Irmina served as the Clinical Director at North Community Counseling Centers for 12 years. Her areas of interest are psychotic disorders, anxiety and mood disorders.

Ximena Prieto Hicks, MD

Dr. Prieto Hicks received her medical degree from National University of Cordoba, School of Medicine in Argentina. She then went on to complete her psychiatric residency at the University of Arizona. She came to Central Ohio Counseling & Wellness from Lower Lights Christian Health Center in Columbus. Dr. Prieto Hicks is our only Spanish speaking physician. She specializes in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.

Vinutha Reddy, MD

Dr. Reddy joined Central Ohio Counseling, inc. in July 2017. She received her education at Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad, India and completed her residency at Connecticut Valley Hospital, Middletown Connecticut. Prior to joining our practice Dr. Reddy served our veterans for 17 years at the Veterans Administration Outpatient Clinic in Grove City, OH. Dr. Reddy is Board Certified in Psychiatry and Neurology. In addition to working at our practice she also treats patients at Access Ohio and Maryhaven.

Theodore Shannon, LPCC

Dr. Theodore Shannon has been with Central Ohio Counseling since 2011. He is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. He enjoyed a diverse career in education prior to becoming a therapist including public schools, higher education, children’s psychiatric hospitals, and prisons. He spent 20 years in the College of Education at Ohio State as a faculty member and curriculum developer. He taught in the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department at Columbus State for 8 years. He has also taught courses for the University of Dayton and Ohio University.

Mark Skinner, APRNCP

Mark Skinner is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to helping individuals achieve better mental health and overall well-being. Since 2013, he has worked in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, and telehealth medication management.

Sheila Tano, MD

Dr. Tano is a general adult psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience. She graduated from Carnegie-Mellon University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry. Dr. Tano obtained her medical degree and completed a residency in psychiatry at the Medical College of Ohio. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is currently a staff psychiatrist at the Ohio Reformatory for Women and has practiced community mental health at several mental health facilities throughout the Columbus area. Her areas of interest include depression, anxiety, Bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

Kimberly Watts, APRN-PMHNP-BC

Kimberly Watts is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who brings a wealth of clinical experience and a passion for holistic mental health care to her role at Central Ohio Counseling. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing degree from The Ohio State University, where she honed her skills in psychiatric nursing and advanced practice. Prior to her nursing career, Kimberly also holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from The Ohio State University, which has provided her with a unique perspective on the intersection of mental health and social determinants of health.

Emma Wilson, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Emma is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over six years of experience as a psychiatric nurse in inpatient settings. She has a strong foundation in working with individuals experiencing acute mental health crises and brings that depth of understanding into her outpatient practice. Her clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD across the lifespan, trauma-related conditions, and psychotic-spectrum disorders. She is particularly passionate about helping clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves and build lives that feel meaningful and manageable. She is accepting patients.