LaTreece Ross, LPC

KaShunda "Shun” Davis is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. She received her Master of Science in Counseling at Amberton University and postgraduate studies in Professional Counseling and Development at Lamar University. Shun has worked in various settings in the mental health field including community-based counseling centers, private practice, and large group practices providing counseling services to adults, couples, and adolescents. Her professional experience has focused on mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder, persistent affective disorder), anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, self-esteem and confidence, gender identity and LGBTQIA+ concerns; relationship concerns, and life transitions. Shun's integrative therapeutic style provides an emotionally safe space that supports self-exploration, empowerment, and authenticity. Specializing in cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness; she tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each individual. She is dedicated and passionate about assisting individuals to work through barriers to create the lives and relationships that they desire and to develop a sense of personal strength and self-acceptance. She celebrates and welcomes the diversity of all clients and strives to create an affirming, inclusive, and non-judgmental space to explore individual needs and therapeutic goals.

Lisa May is a licensed professional counselor and mental health service provider (LPC-MHSP) with extensive experience working in the mental health field. Lisa has worked with clients of various demographics who are living with a variety of mental health conditions. Lisa attended Lindsey Wilson College where she attained her Master's in Mental Health Counseling and Morehead State University where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in social work. She has worked with DCS, foster care, and had a private practice in KY before deciding to move to Tennessee. Lisa has been practicing for over 10 years and has worked in other areas of mental health since 1997. Working with Lisa, I found that treatment is tailored for the individual, as there is great effort put into choosing the treatment modality that fits the individual's personal struggles. Lisa uses the three C's (catching, checking, and changing) approach with a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy intertwined with Mindfulness. She also prefers the person-centered focus, as she works specifically with the individual and the struggles they may be facing.‍

Demetries North holds the position of Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience across mental health, substance use, and public health settings. He has worked extensively with adults, Veterans, justice-involved individuals, and underserved populations. Demetries currently serves in senior clinical leadership roles within community mental health and federal systems and has experience in outpatient, integrated primary care, forensic, and substance use treatment programs. He is a doctoral candidate in Health Administration with a focus on public health education and holds multiple state licenses, allowing him to provide care across several jurisdictions.

Demetries values collaboration, transparency, and mutual respect in the therapeutic relationship. He takes time to listen carefully and understand each client’s concerns without rushing or making assumptions. His approach is practical, structured, and supportive, with an emphasis on real-life progress. He works to create a calm, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe discussing complex or sensitive issues, particularly when navigating stress, trauma, life transitions, or long-standing patterns.

Demetries begins with a thorough initial session focused on history, current concerns, strengths, and goals. He uses evidence-based assessment tools when appropriate and collaborates with clients to develop individualized treatment plans that evolve over time. Sessions emphasize skill-building, insight, accountability, and measurable progress, with regular goal reviews and coordination of care as needed.

Jan Hollis-Cole, LCSW, began her career as a social worker for hospice in 1999 and has extensive experience helping families cope with death and grief due to illness and/or trauma. Following her foundational work with hospice care, Jan expanded her clinical knowledge and expertise in a variety of settings to include substance abuse, challenges related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues, and navigating the foster care/adoption system.

Jan believes that connection is the foundation of positive growth and dedicates her work to providing a safe place for clients to engage in self-expression and to explore the particular challenges they face on a daily basis.

Her approach is client centered, focusing on evidenced based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavorial Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Jan works with clients of all ages and encourages inclusion and diversity within families to promote individual growth.

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Amber Boyd, LPC, has experience working in inpatient, outpatient, and virtual therapy settings. She has provided care for individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder. Amber offers individual, group, family, and couples counseling, and is skilled in developing treatment plans, clinical documentation, and administering screenings such as the PHQ-9, GAD-7, and C-SSRS. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from Jackson State University and her M.S. in Counseling from Mississippi College. Amber completed her supervision hours at Mississippi State Hospital and obtained her LPC in Mississippi in 2019 and in Oklahoma later that same year.

Amber values honesty, trust, courage, and integrity. She believes in building strong rapport through open communication and mutual respect. Her approach is compassionate, direct, and goal-oriented, using a collaborative style to help clients increase emotional resilience, develop self-awareness, and strengthen coping skills to manage life’s challenges.

Amber strives to create a calm, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to share their background, expectations, and therapy goals. Together, she and her clients create individualized treatment plans that reflect each person’s unique needs and diagnosis. Each plan includes realistic short- and long-term goals designed to promote growth, self-understanding, and lasting emotional well-being.

Paula Bennett, LPC, has been in practice for over 20 years. She specializes in CBT and individual therapy. Paula strives to provide a client-centered approach based on the individual’s needs.

Paula has a specific passion for victims of trauma. As a teen and young adult, she struggled with depression. There weren’t many treatment options at that time but she found a counselor who inspired her to help other with mental health issues.

Outside of work, Paula is known to enjoy reading, swimming, animals, spending time with family and watching movies. She also loves being able to help people and watch them grow.

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