Founded in 2016 Evolution Mind is dedicated to providing evidenced based services to individuals in order to reach a heightened level of peace, happiness, and self-actualization. Evolution Mind was created by two women with a goal to create change in the lives of those struggling with mental and emotional discomfort. Evolution Mind was designed as a corner stone of peace; Dr, Paula Wilson and Kira
Baskerville- Williams set out on a mission, a destined journey to provide families with tools, strategies, resources, and solutions that will assist them in experiencing significant change and growth while sustaining treatment goals. They pride themselves on actively listening and eagerly focus on solutions to help their clients achieve optimal results. Dr. Wilson is a certified School-Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of direct clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. Dr. Wilson obtained a Bachelors of Arts (BA) in Psychology from the State University of Plattsburgh and earned her Master of Science (M.Sc) in counseling and Educational Services from Fordham University. Dr. Wilson continued her education at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology where she earned her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D) in School-Clinical Psychology. Dr. Wilson has extensive experience conducting evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of suspected victims of child abuse and neglect. She also provides services to individuals diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Mood Disorders. In addition to private practice, Dr. Wilson continues to work in the public schools where her responsibilities include but are not limited to conducting individual and group counseling, administering psycho-educational assessments which provide psychological attributes of learning and of academic skills. Dr. Wilson also has extensive knowledge and experience developing and implementing 504 and Individual Educational Plans. Kira Baskerville-Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been involved in private practice for over 10 years. She has been a clinical supervisor for the past two years helping clinicians develop and become Licensed Clinical Social Workers. Kira specializes in working with children and parents, families, and individuals looking for better outcomes and a better quality of life. After completing her Master of Social Work degree, Kira started her career working in alternative education. After working in alternative education, Kira started working on child study teams in the position of a social worker. Kira continued her education at Seton Hall University where she received her ED.S degree to become an Educational Specialist. Kira provides Educational Consulting to families, schools, and systems of care. Kira holds several certifications in the field of mental health such as Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Social Worker, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Kira also holds certifications in the field of education such as Supervisor and Principal Certification. Dr. Paula Wilson, Psy.D strongly believes that the therapeutic relationship that she cultivates with her clients is the groundwork of which creates new beginnings. While Kira Baskerville-Williams LCSW, ED.S is able to combine her experience and knowledge to foster client centered growth and solutions to everyday life concerns. Kira thoroughly enjoys working with individuals and helping them evolve into what they envision for themselves. Together they form an alliance which provides an overall sense of mental, physical, and emotional wellness for the mind, body and soul.
