OUR TEAM

Dr. Miguel Stamati is a highly regarded psychiatrist. He practices at Awakenings KC in Prairie Village, KS, offering both in-person and virtual sessions.

He earned his medical degree from the National University of Córdoba and brings a comprehensive understanding of diverse mental health needs. He is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Dr. Stamati combines his clinical knowledge with a compassionate approach, focusing on tailored care that supports each patient’s mental and emotional well-being. His practice encourages personal growth and resilience through individualized treatment pathways.

Samantha Russell is a board-certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in outpatient and inpatient psychiatric care. Dedicated to supporting individuals facing chronic and acute conditions, she takes an empathetic, patient-centered approach tailored to diverse needs. From providing acute psychiatric care for adults to leading behavioral health initiatives, she fosters a safe, nurturing environment for healing. Her blend of professional expertise and compassionate care enables her to guide patients and families through psychological and emotional challenges with warmth and understanding.

Loise is a board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been with Awakenings KC since 2025. She supports clients through medication management, lifestyle modification strategies and compassionate, evidence-based approach to care. A long-time healthcare professional in the Kansas city community, Loise earned her degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). Her passion lies in helping clients succeed on their mental health journey with empathy, understanding, and respect. She believes that everyone deserves to live a happy, healthy life-and it is her goal to help each person reach their full potential and life goals. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and travelling to explore new parts of the world.

Amelia Hess is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor, practicing under licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Becky Milks. Amelia received her Master of Arts in Counseling with an emphasis in Mental Health from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2022 and has been in practice at Awakenings since January of 2023. She is accepting new clients. Amelia’s therapeutic interests include working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, stress management, and more. Amelia’s populations of interest include adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, and neurodivergent individuals. Amelia’s counseling style is a person-centered, interpersonal process approach which she supplements with evidence-based interventions from acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.