Allow Us To Introduce Ourselves!

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Angel has four years of experience providing trauma-informed care to children, adolescents, and families. I offer virtual therapy across North Carolina using a strengths-based, client-centered approach to support healing, resilience, and life transitions. Her background in social work across diverse settings has deepened my understanding of the systems that impact mental health and strengthened my commitment to holistic care.

MAAT, NCC, ATR- BC®, LCMHC, CWSI

Beth brings her extensive training in art, psychotherapy, and the creative process to her work as a clinician. As an art therapist, she can utilize nonverbal expression and exploration through a variety of art materials and expressive arts, including theatre, music, film, poetry, animation, and comics/anime. Beth focuses on integrating art and creativity to facilitate communication, insight, growth, and healing.

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Dena graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Miami and a Masters of Science in Clinical Counseling from East Carolina University. She and her husband of 23 years are the proud parents of four children. She is a member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists. She works with adults and young people who question their sexuality and have issues that arise from their lifestyle.

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Donita Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She earned her Bachelor of Social Work from Shaw University in 2015 and her Master of Social Work from North Carolina Central University in 2019. Donita provides a calm, welcoming, and collaborative space where clients feel comfortable discussing even difficult topics. She works with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relational concerns, focusing on building emotional awareness, coping skills, and meaningful change.

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Jacqua has been in the mental Health field for almost 8 years working with many different populations. She takes pride in what she does because she understands how important mental health is to every community.

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Jasmine is particularly committed to helping those affected by family conflict, difficult childhood experiences, and overwhelming stressors. Her warm, direct, person-centered approach uses evidence-based interventions focusing on building trust and connection to strengthen coping skills, increase self-awareness, and promote healing and a more fulfilling life.

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Jenien has over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities through life’s challenges. I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship or family concerns. Her approach is client-centered and strengths-based, focused on creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered. Together, we work to build on strengths, develop practical coping skills, and support meaningful, lasting change.

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Jenna provides individual Telehealth services to adult clients across the state. I have a heart for helping others because we all need support sometimes. Her approach is to meet clients where they are and provide therapeutic support as their journey to mental wellness progresses.

Her specialty areas include coping skills, stress, depression, ADHD, anxiety, family conflict, grief, life transitions, peer relationships, relationship issues, self-esteem, and trauma/PTSD.

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Kathleen believe it is the therapeutic relationship that helps us heal. We do not live in a vacuum; we change and grow through our relationships. She works with people experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and loss, physical and/or sexual abuse, relationship issues, issues connected with the LGBT community, and behavioral issues. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults, and I provide individual, group, and family therapy.

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Whether a teenager or adult, LaMika believes we all experience things in life that require someone to walk alongside us to assist us on our journey to healing. She possess a strong sense of empathy for my clients and understand every client has different needs. She provides a nonjudgmental, supportive, and therapeutic environment to help you explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Her approach is warm and professional. She focuses on treating all aspects of the individual while applying strengths and teaching new skills to assist you on your healing journey. 

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Laquanna received her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2018. After graduating, she decided to return back to school where she received her Masters of Social Work from Capella University in 2021. Laquanna enjoys serving diverse populations, mentoring the youth, and being a mental health advocate. She has had experience working with the homeless population, and has also worked in a psychiatric inpatient hospital.

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Born in Argentina to Italian parents, Mariela speaks Spanish and some Italian! She has lived and worked in several countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Colombia, Spain, and Italy, and now reside in the United States with my husband and their blended international family. Her many years of volunteer work with organizations such as UNICEF naturally led her to a career in social work. I am passionate about ongoing learning, advocacy, and supporting others. Outside of work, she enjoys fitness classes and exploring new cultures and cuisines with her husband.

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Michael provides compassionate, trauma-informed care with a holistic, client-centered approach. He supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions using evidence-based practices focused on collaboration, emotional regulation, and practical skill-building.

Michael takes a whole-person approach to therapy, helping clients explore lived experiences, strengths, and patterns in a safe, culturally responsive space. He meets clients where they are and walks alongside them at their own pace, supporting meaningful growth, stability, and lasting change.

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Minerva has 9 years of experience in the mental health field. She began her career in mobile crisis services supporting individuals with mental health, substance use, and IDD needs, which inspired her commitment to continuity of care and long-term support. She earned her Associate in Arts from Pitt Community College (2017), her Bachelor of Social Work from Shaw University, and her Master of Social Work from Walden University (2022). She is a member of NASW, Phi Alpha Honor Society, and the National Association of Black Social Workers.

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Queena has over 20 years of experience in healthcare and social services. Her background includes nursing in geriatrics, medical and administrative support, peer support, intensive in-home services, and Adult Protective Services work. She earned an Associate of Arts in Health Administration (2008), a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2011), and a Master of Social Work (2022). My professional experience has given me a strong foundation in working with individuals facing complex behavioral, emotional, and socio-economic challenges, including severe and persistent mental illness. As a clinician and a single mother, she brings both professional expertise and lived understanding to her work.

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Sodeya earned her Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and has 7 years of experience in mental health and human services.

She works with adults, adolescents, and older adults from diverse backgrounds, supporting concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment disorders, ADHD, ODD, and family-related challenges. Her approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

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Shamika has worked in the mental health field for 15 years, with specialized experience in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), geriatrics, and inpatient psychiatric care. She enjoys working with a diverse range of clients to help enhance their quality of life and overall well-being.

Shamika provides a supportive, judgment-free environment where clients feel heard and respected. She believes in meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively to help them achieve their goals and reach their highest level of happiness and fulfillment.

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Shaunte is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) with over 9 years of experience. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Rehabilitation Counseling from North Carolina A&T State University in 2015.

Shaunte provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling, utilizing evidence-based approaches with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, postpartum mental health concerns, anger management, relationship issues, substance use, and addiction.

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She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a Master of Science in Counseling from Faulkner University, and also completed nursing training at Shelton State School of Nursing.

Sherree brings extensive experience from psychiatric hospitals, community mental health, outpatient services, intensive in-home treatment, nursing, case management, and substance abuse counseling. As a retired Soldier and member of a military family, she has a unique understanding of the challenges faced by service members and their loved ones.

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She provides individual, person-centered therapy for adults navigating life’s challenges, including mood concerns, anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and substance use. Her approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each client’s unique needs, creating a therapeutic space grounded in trust, respect, and openness.

She is committed to helping clients build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and recognize their capacity for meaningful change. Using evidence-based and creative approaches, she supports clients in improving emotional well-being and enhancing their overall quality of life.

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He works with men, women, youth, and adolescents facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem challenges, stress, autism spectrum disorder, substance use, relationship issues, family conflict, and marital concerns.

His approach integrates Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. He focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, compassion, and respect, creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to grow and heal.

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William works with individuals, veterans, and their families navigating stress, trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and other life challenges. As a veteran, he understands the unique demands of military service and the transition to civilian life, and he believes seeking therapy is a sign of strength. His collaborative approach is rooted in helping clients recognize their strengths, build confidence, and create meaningful change.

With experience in both medical and community settings, he supports clients through emotional challenges, crisis situations, and major life transitions while fostering insight, resilience, and lasting well-being.

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Vera is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples create meaningful change in their lives and relationships. She works with clients experiencing trauma, behavioral challenges, relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, and life transitions.

Vera’s approach is goal-oriented, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. She helps clients explore past experiences and patterns, build emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and develop practical tools for lasting growth. With extensive experience working with individuals, families, and children, she believes every person has the capacity for change and resilience.