About
the
Practice
Magnolia Psychiatry and Mental Wellness provides services in an outpatient setting. Private practice allows the provider time to get to know the needs of individual patients and provide services in a comfortable environment. Services are provided in the office or by Telehealth and the services are patient-centered to each unique person's needs. We believe everyone deserves to be happy and live their best life.
Meet the Providers
Jackie Wenzel, MSN, PMHNP-BC
I’m excited to bring Magnolia Psychiatry and Mental Wellness to multiple locations, offering both in-office and telehealth services in Fuquay-Varina, NC, Cary, NC, and now serving Massachusetts via telehealth.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am licensed and nationally board-certified to provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including diagnosis, medication management, psychotherapy, and patient education. I am a proud graduate of the Duke University and bring over 26 years of experience across a range of specialties, including pediatrics, maternal-child health, adolescents, adults, as well as specialized care in Oncology and Veterans Health.
I believe life is all about balance, and I’m honored to walk this wellness journey alongside my patients. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, gardening, and spending quality time with my family.
Jennifer Hoffman, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Jennifer Hoffman is a licensed and board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides psychiatric care including assessment, diagnoses, medication management, and therapeutic treatment for pediatric and adult populations. She is a graduate of Duke University with a Master of Science in Nursing, with 13 years’ experience in health care including but not limited to pediatric inpatient psychiatry, perinatal care, and adolescent partial hospitalization. Jennifer believes in patient
and family centered health care, collaboration, and integrative care. EveningTelehealth Vists Available!
Jalecia Beatty, Psychotherapist
Jalecia is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and currently serves as the Clinical Director of a partial hospitalization program. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition with a concentration in science and her Master of Science in Clinical Counseling with a concentration in Mental Health and Substance Abuse from East Carolina University.
Jalecia is passionate about expanding access to high-quality, intensive mental health care for adolescents. Drawing from both her professional experience and personal journey toward healing and self-acceptance, she understands the importance of creating safe, supportive spaces where teens feel seen, heard, and empowered. She is committed to helping young people navigate life's challenges while advocating for increased access to meaningful mental health resources and services.
Jalecia believes in building strong therapeutic relationships grounded in compassion, authenticity, and trust. She strives to create an environment where adolescents and their families feel supported throughout the healing process and works collaboratively to foster resilience, growth, and lasting positive change.
Outside of work, Jalecia enjoys traveling, watching Supernatural with her dogs, and finding opportunities to recharge through new experiences.
Zkhia "Kia" Via, Psychotherapist
Zkhia earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Biology from Winston-Salem State University. She went on to complete her Master of Social Work with a concentration in Children and Families from Walden University in 2023.
Driven by a deep passion for helping others, Zkhia is dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care that honors each individual's unique experiences, strengths, and goals. She believes in creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey. Working collaboratively, Zkhia helps clients identify meaningful goals, build effective coping strategies, and develop the tools needed to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.
Outside of work, Zkhia enjoys taking cruises and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Vidya Venkataganesan, Psychotherapist
Vidya Venkataganesan is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) providing outpatient therapy to pediatric and adult populations. She believes in collaborative care, focusing on supporting individuals through transitions, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, self-criticism, and relational issues. She provides a warm, supportive environment where you can explore your self-identity, identify strengths, and set achievable goals. She currently provides telehealth services and in-office visits at the Cary location.
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Jacob Hoyt, Psychotherapist
Jacob Hoyt (he/him) is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who provides individual mental health services to adolescents and young adults. He received his Bachelor of Social Work from North Carolina State University and his Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Jacob has 7 years of experience working with youth and adolescent populations, including in the public school system, behavioral health settings, higher education institutions, and at yellow ribbon events with military youth. Primarily, Jacob's specialties include, but are not limited to, adolescents, college students, mixed-status families, and racial and gender/sexuality minority populations.
Kristen Boucher, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Kristen is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a deep commitment to recovery-oriented, collaborative mental health care. She holds a BA in Psychology from NC State University and earned both her undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees from Duke University.
Believing that recovery is not a destination but a dynamic, ongoing process, she partners with patients to support their unique needs, preferences, and goals while nurturing hope and resilience. With over three years of experience in psychiatric nursing, she brings a strong foundation in psychopharmacology and a holistic approach that integrates evidence-based practices with compassionate care.
A lifelong resident of North Carolina, she is also a proud mom to three wonderful children, and two spirited pups.
Milenna Echegaray Gomez, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Milenna (she/her) is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to individuals in Massachusetts and North Carolina.
She takes a holistic, collaborative approach to treatment, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their care while honoring their unique experiences, values, and goals. Milenna believes that meeting people where they are in their mental health journey fosters meaningful growth and supports lasting, positive outcomes.
Before becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Milenna gained more than three years of experience in critical care and emergency nursing, where she cared for individuals with complex medical and mental health needs. Working with diverse, low-income, and historically marginalized communities strengthened her commitment to reducing barriers to care and improving access to high-quality mental health services for all.
Milenna is dedicated to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment. She values building strong therapeutic relationships and partnering with clients to help them achieve their mental health goals.
Outside of work, Milenna lives in Boston, where she enjoys reading in the park, exploring local coffee shops in search of the perfect cup, and embracing all the city has to offer.
Rylee Matechak, MSW, LCSWA, BC-TMH.
Rylee earned their Bachelor of Social Work from North Carolina State University in 2023 and went on to complete their Master of Social Work at NC State (Go Pack!) in 2024. They are a Licensed Clinical Social Work Associate and a Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH), having completed the required training and examination to strengthen their expertise in delivering high-quality, ethical, and effective telebehavioral health services. Rylee is also pursuing a Master of Jurisprudence in Child Law and Policy to further their commitment to advocacy.
As a queer and neurodivergent-identifying therapist, Rylee brings a deeply personal understanding to their work. They strive to create a nonjudgmental, affirming space where clients feel safe expressing themselves authentically. Rylee emphasizes meeting each client where they are, honoring their unique lived experiences and strengths. They are committed to providing trauma-informed, client-centered care and continuously expanding their knowledge to better affirm all identities and experiences. Rylee is dedicated to walking alongside clients as they discover their own paths toward resilience, self-understanding, and empowerment.
Outside of work, Rylee enjoys traveling to new parks to camp, exploring arts and crafts, and spending time playing with their dog.
Diana Houston, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Diana is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care for adults experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, sleep disturbances, and life stressors. She is especially passionate about supporting women and neurodivergent individuals, recognizing that ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence often present differently and may go unrecognized or misunderstood for years. In many cases, these experiences can leave individuals feeling chronically overwhelmed, misunderstood, emotionally drained, or struggling to keep up without ever understanding why. She works collaboratively with individuals to help them move away from self-criticism, guilt, and mental fatigue and toward clarity, self-compassion, and mental wellness.
Diana earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Duke University and is a retired Army veteran with more than 21 years of active-duty service. Her nursing background includes experience in emergency medicine, where she cared for adult patients experiencing a wide range of psychiatric and behavioral health concerns. As a wife and mother of three, she values meaningful connection, balance, and quality time with loved ones. Outside of her profession, she enjoys spending time with family, hosting game nights, quiet moments alone, and getting lost in a good whodunnit.