The Wellness Center Clinics
TWCBH therapists serve as collaborators towards the achievement of wellness. We utilize best practice clinical and culturally sensitive interventions informed by measurable outcomes to make decisions towards you and/or your families’ wellness .
Our therapists are available for appointments at the time listed below. Request an appointment online or call, we will be happy to assist.
Monday - Thursday | 9.00 - 8.00 |
Friday | 9.30 - 5:00 |
Saturday & Sunday | By Appointment |
The Wellness Center’s (TWC) mission is to allow each person to achieve optimal mental health through a personalized, empathetic and integrated model of health and wellness care.
We are here to help you and/or your family live a better life, give us a call, let us help.
Dr.Michael A. Turnbull
Clinical Psychologist
Practicing Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Turnbull, believes in the art and science of psychology. He Merges is clinical training steeped in Psychodynamic theory and evidenced based intervention to bring empathetic and competent care to children and families regarding various mental health disorders, with a specialty in depressive, anxiety and other disorders of childhood. Dr. Turnbull also conducts family and individual sessions with Adults affected with significant mental illness and life transition. He supports his therapeutic work with diagnostic psychological evaluations for both children and adults.
Jane Murrihy
Child & Educational Psychologist
Jane Murrihy is an Educational and Child psychologist with over a decade of experience working with children and adolescents in education, mental health and disability settings. Jane is passionate about supporting and empowering all children but believes in the importance of providing teachers and parents/caregivers with the right knowledge and understanding to help the children in their care. Jane provides assessment and intervention in the following areas; Specific Learning Difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mental Health Difficulties, ADHD, Challenging Behaviour and Emotional Behavioural Difficulties. She also offers training to educators and is a trained facilitator of a wide range of evidenced based intervention programmes.
Dr. Jardine Torno, M.D.,D.P.BP., F.P.P.A.
Psychiatrist
Dr. Torno, is a medical doctor, with a speciality in Psychiatry. He epitomizes the perfect balance between science of medicine and art of psychology. He specializes in the psychiatric treatment for children and adults, offer services such as Complete Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management services for children, adolescent and adults patients with various psychiatric manifestations and ensure their safety and wellness.
Dr. Garvin Dougan
General Medical Doctor
Dr. Garvin Dougan is our General Medical Doctor with over 7 years of invaluable experience!
With a specialization in chronic illness management and a broad range of medical expertise, Dr. Dougan is your go-to healthcare provider for comprehensive care. He’s all about making your health a priority and offers a variety of services to suit your needs, including concierge visits, telemedicine consultations, and house calls.
His commitment to cutting-edge medical practices ensures you receive the best possible care, while his unwavering dedication to patient well-being shines through in every interaction. Dr. Dougan earned his medical degree from the prestigious University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica, and brings a wealth of knowledge to his practice.
Hailing from the beautiful British Virgin Islands, Dr. Dougan also serves as an Emergency Room Physician at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith Hospital. He looks forward to extending his exceptional care to a wider audience, making a positive impact on the health and wellness of the community.
Dr. Sharlon Lewis
General Practitioner
Dr. Lewis is the Medical Director of The Wellness Center Medical Clinic where her aim is to bring a holistic approach to health care with emphasis on prevention and caring for the body, mind and spirit for the treatment of ailments. She is a UWI Graduate and also has a Post Graduate Diploma in Obesity Management. Since it is now known how many diseases are caused by excess weight, Dr. Lewis has dedicated much of her focus to managing chronic metabolic diseases, including Obesity and Diabetes. She is the President and Medical Advisor of the BVI Diabetes Association. She is always willing to provide education to the public regarding health issues, especially related to Obesity and Diabetes. These acts of service in the community earned her a Paul Harris Fellowship from Rotary Club of Road Town. As a person with ideas worth sharing, she was also a speaker at TedX Road Town. All of this while being the best mother she can be of two wonderful boys. As an added bonus, she is fluent in Spanish having spent some “younger” years in Cuba. Thomas Edison once said “The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest the patient in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease”. Dr Lewis is certainly a doctor of the future.
Aliyah Leonard
Phlebotomist & Lab Manager
Ms. Aliyah Leaonard is our incredible Phlebotomist and Lab Manager here at Wellness Center Clinics! With a passion for helping people and a dedication to making every patient feel comfortable, she’s an invaluable part of our team. A trained Biologist, with years of experience, she joins our team with a passion to help you Live Well.
Ms. Leonard not only excels in her role but also shares her expertise as a phlebotomy instructor at HLSCC. She understands the fears and concerns many people have when it comes to drawing blood, and her caring approach ensures a calm and safe experience for every patient.
Okeke, Ngozi Annastesia
Clinical Psychologist
Okeke, Ngozi Annastesia is a registered and licenced Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience in a pure clinical setting as well as international non-profits organizations where much of her work centers around supporting members of Key Population/underserved population (People who Inject Drugs, Female Sex Workers, and Men who Have Sex with Men), trauma, victims/survivors of rape, sexual and domestic violence, clients experiencing different forms of psychiatric conditions, Substance Use Disorder etc.
Her specialty areas include anxiety, depression, existential concerns, grief and loss, issues related to diversity, multiculturalism, spirituality, trauma etc. She strongly believes that therapy should be based on the client’s needs and preferences and therefore aims to integrate a range of clinical approaches; particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Rational Living Therapy, REBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, etc. She believes that healing and growth take place within the context of safe relationship.
Dr. Merisha Seepersad
Educational Psychologist
Practicing Educational Psychologist, Dr. Merisha Seepersad, believes in the holistic development of every human. Dr. Seepersad believes that everyone has the potential to achieve their authentic self and have someone who believes in them. She has long experience in the field of psychology providing counseling to individuals of all age groups. She ensures that her private practice environment is a safe, relaxing, and comfortable setting so that her clients feel relaxed so that they can effectively communicate their thoughts and emotions freely without the fear of feeling judged. She assists her clients in identifying their goals and barriers to achieving such goals and provides possible solutions in overcoming such barriers. Dr. Seepersad provides child/adolescent and adult therapy for various issues such as learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, and family issues. Her role is to provide a supportive, interactive yet challenging space that actively
encourages insight and change.
Dr. Rylene Lobaton Marijuan
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Marijuan, is a clinical psychologist and had spent a lot of years in in-school and community based programs that equipped her in working with different age groups. She is passionate about assisting individuals in healing their invisible wounds, alongside with her significant training in
crisis interventions and trauma rehabilitation to survivors of violence and trauma. In helping her clients, she implements treatment plans using integrated approaches in counseling and psychotherapy. Additionally, she uses different psychological tests and is adept at making psychological assessments to be able to fully apply the therapeutic process with her clients.
Dr. Arnel Soller
Pediatrician
Dr. Arnel Soller MD has more than 20 years of experience as a pediatrician. After earning a Bachelor of Science major in Zoology as his premed and a doctor of medicine (M.D.), he completed his postgraduate 4 year pediatric residency program. He passed his pediatric board exams in the Philippines, along with his US Medical Licensure Exams. In his work experience, he has managed intensive care from newborn to all children, but as a pediatrician and a father himself, he cares for all children, including adolescents. He has worked in Asia, the Middle East and Caribbean, including several years in the BVI. He now brings his wealth of knowledge and experience to the Wellness Center Clinics where he will help your child to live well.
Dr. Andrew N. McIntosh
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Dr. Andrew N. McIntosh is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with almost 20 years of experience in the specialty. He attained his DM in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Jamaica and practiced in Turks and Caicos Islands and Jamaica before moving to the British Virgin Islands. He has extensive experience in the management of pregnant patients throughout their pregnancy, during delivery, and in the post-delivery period. He is competent in the management of high-risk pregnancies, and in the performance of both pregnancy-related and gynaecologic ultrasound investigations. Dr.McIntosh also performs wide range pregnancy-related and gynecological surgeries. With the mantra – delivering patient-centered evidence-based medicine, Dr Mcintosh brings a high level of service and broad expertise to the Wellness Centre Medical Clinic.
"My family and I were able to get through a really tough time because of the our time spent with Dr. Mike. He is patient, skilled, and most of genuinely loves helping people."
Greatful Parent,Child & Family Therapy
"The social emotional and behavioral skills training for effective classroom management was practical, relevant. I look forward to implement what I learnt in my classroom."
Energized Teacher,Classroom Consultation
TWCBH, is an Outpatient Behavioral & Medical facility providing psychological and medical services to help children & families live well.
🧦 **Stepping Up for Down Syndrome Awareness!** 🧦
Today, we're slipping into our most vibrant and mismatched socks to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Day! At Wellness Center Clinics, we're proud to stand in solidarity with the Down syndrome community and raise awareness about the unique abilities and contributions of individuals with Down syndrome.
Just like the colorful patterns on our socks, individuals with Down syndrome bring joy, diversity, and resilience to our world. Today, we wear our socks as a symbol of acceptance, inclusion, and celebration of differences.
By stepping up for Down Syndrome Awareness, we're spreading love, understanding, and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Let's embrace diversity and champion inclusivity in our communities.
Join us in celebrating Down Syndrome Awareness Day by rocking your quirkiest pair of socks and spreading awareness far and wide. Together, we can create a world where everyone is valued, respected, and celebrated for who they are, socks and all! 🌟💙 #downsyndromeawareness #rockyoursocks #InclusionMatters #WellnessCenterClinics
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Ever wondered about the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist? Let's break it down!
👩⚕️ Psychiatrist: A medical doctor who specializes in mental health. They can diagnose and treat mental illnesses using a combination of therapy, medication, and other interventions. Psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe medication.
🧠 Psychologist: Trained professionals who study human behavior and mental processes. They offer therapy and counseling to help individuals cope with stress, manage emotions, and overcome challenges. Psychologists cannot prescribe medication but often collaborate with psychiatrists for comprehensive care.
Here at The Wellness Center Clinics, we're proud to introduce you to Dr. Torno, our exceptional psychiatrist! With a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of mental health, Dr. Torno is dedicated to providing personalized care and support to our clients.
From diagnosis to treatment, Dr. Torno combines expertise with empathy to guide individuals towards holistic wellness. Whether you're seeking therapy, medication management, or a combination of both, Dr. Torno is here to help you thrive.
Take the first step towards mental well-being with Dr. Torno by your side. 🌟 #mentalhealthawareness #meetourpsychiatrist #wellnessjourney#Livewell
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🌟Another Wellness Series Post is Here! 🌟
Hello, Wellness Enthusiasts! We're excited to share another installment of our Wellness Post Series. Join us as we continue our journey towards healthier and happier lives.
🗣️ Elevate Your Social Skills! 🌟
Listen Up: Engage in active listening. Truly hear what others are saying without interruption.
Body Language Speaks Volumes: Pay attention to non-verbal cues. They convey as much as words do!
Thoughtful Communication: Before speaking, pause and consider your words. Quality over quantity!
Jot It Down: Writing helps solidify thoughts. Take notes to remember important details and show you care.
Enhance your social game with these simple yet powerful tips! 💬 #socialskills #communicationiskey #livewell
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