Joy Mitchell, LMFT

Christine Cantilena Barnes, LPC, is a dedicated mental health counselor with two master’s degrees, including a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. She developed extensive crisis and trauma expertise as a mobile trauma therapist serving all four Emory Hospital emergency rooms and completed advanced clinical training across inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. Christine is certified in EMDR and Trauma-Focused Therapy, with extensive training in DBT and CBT. Her clinical background spans child art therapy, high-conflict couples counseling, and collaborative work within psychiatric settings.

Christine believes that personal values are central to meaningful change and healing. She fosters a therapeutic environment built on honesty, transparency, and open communication, helping patients feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. She works collaboratively with patients to establish clear, measurable goals and regularly evaluates progress to ensure treatment remains focused, effective, and aligned with each individual’s needs.

Christine begins with a comprehensive assessment of each patient’s history, current circumstances, personal values, spiritual well-being, and primary concerns. Using this foundation, she develops an individualized treatment plan that validates each person’s unique experiences while targeting realistic, achievable goals. Her approach combines evidence-based strategies with thoughtful clinical insight to support meaningful and lasting progress.

Lupe Garcia is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. As owner and Clinical Director of Vital Mind Counseling, LLC, he provides evidence-based treatment and supervision. He has worked in community mental health, juvenile justice, crisis intervention, and outpatient care and is certified in TF-CBT. He treats trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions using CBT, DBT, ERP, EFT, CPT, and trauma-informed care. He is trained with first responders, veterans, and trauma survivors, focused on resilience and lasting change.

Lupe emphasizes a strong therapeutic relationship as the basis for growth. He provides a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and respected. He values authenticity and collaboration, meets patients where they are, and tailors treatment to individual goals. He balances compassion with honest feedback and offers practical tools for use between sessions to support lasting change.

Lupe begins by understanding each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals, then collaborates on an individualized treatment plan. He uses evidence-based approaches tailored to symptoms, focusing on insight, coping skills, and underlying contributors to distress. Progress is reviewed regularly and treatment is adjusted as needed. He encourages active participation and supports improved emotional regulation, relationships, and resilience.

Alyson Pond, LCSW, provides outpatient therapy for adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She has experience supporting military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals in high-stress service-oriented roles. Alyson’s background includes crisis intervention, suicide prevention, outpatient behavioral health, and trauma-informed care. She earned a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University and a Master of Arts in Military Psychology from Adler University.

Alyson provides a grounded, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be practical, honest, and tailored to each person’s goals, strengths, and lived experience. Alyson works with clients to process trauma, navigate life transitions, reduce isolation, and build resilience in sustainable and realistic ways.

Alyson begins by learning each client’s history, current concerns, strengths, and goals. She collaborates with clients to create individualized treatment plans aligned with their values and priorities. Using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, Alyson helps clients improve coping skills, strengthen emotional regulation and relationships, and build healthier patterns that support lasting progress.

Carrie DuPont, LMFT, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, and addictions counselor with 15 years of clinical experience across inpatient, outpatient, community mental health, private practice, telehealth, and university counseling settings. She is EMDR trained and utilizes evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, mindfulness-based interventions, and family systems therapy. Carrie specializes in trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, OCD, ADHD, substance use, and relational concerns.

Carrie believes therapy is most effective when built on trust, honesty, and collaboration. She creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can safely explore difficult emotions, experiences, and patterns. Her style is warm, direct, and practical, helping clients gain insight while developing tools they can use in daily life. She takes a trauma-informed approach and tailors treatment to each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals.

Carrie begins with a thorough assessment to understand each client’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals. Together, they identify patterns, triggers, and underlying factors contributing to distress, then establish meaningful treatment goals. Depending on individual needs, sessions may focus on emotional regulation, trauma processing, relationships, coping skills, or challenging unhelpful thoughts. She integrates evidence-based interventions and regularly reviews progress to support lasting change.

Kimberley Knox, LPC, is a licensed mental health therapist with experience across outpatient, private practice, community, and college counseling settings. She earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University and received the Hanshew Clinical Excellence Award. Kimberley is trained in DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR, and ADHD treatment, and is passionate about helping clients build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and lasting change through a warm, collaborative, and structured approach.

Kimberley takes a collaborative approach where each client’s goals, experiences, and voice guide treatment. She creates a supportive, judgment-free space while balancing insight with practical skill-building. Kimberley integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, SFBT, MI, and EMDR, tailoring sessions to each client’s unique needs and helping them develop tools that support long-term growth outside of therapy.

Kimberley begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals. Together, they identify priorities and create an individualized treatment plan that matches the client’s pace and needs. Throughout therapy, Kimberley regularly evaluates progress and adjusts interventions as needed, using a structured yet flexible approach that emphasizes support, insight, and meaningful change.

LaShay Dupree, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most difficult challenges. She views therapy as both a profession and a calling, with a deep commitment to normalizing mental health care and reducing stigma. LaShay believes in helping clients heal unapologetically by exploring the connections between their experiences, relationships, environment, and overall well-being.

LaShay provides a safe, supportive space where clients can show up exactly as they are. She believes therapy should focus on the whole person, not just symptoms, and works collaboratively to help clients build resilience, confidence, and meaningful change. Known for her steady presence and accessibility, she is committed to being a trusted partner in each client’s healing journey.

LaShay begins by establishing trust and rapport, allowing clients to move at a pace that feels comfortable and respectful of their boundaries. Her approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused interventions. Together, she helps clients understand how thoughts influence emotions and behaviors while identifying practical strategies that support growth, healing, and lasting progress.

Brandi Cihlar is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 18 years of experience in mental health and addiction counseling. She earned her Ph.D. in counseling from George Washington University and has worked with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, bipolar disorder, PTSD, personality disorders, and relationship challenges.

Brandi believes each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can support healing and growth. She creates a safe, supportive space where patients can openly explore thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each patient’s unique goals and needs.

Brandi uses a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches depending on what works best for each individual. She helps patients identify patterns, gain insight, and develop practical strategies to improve well-being while supporting them through life transitions, trauma, addiction, stress, and relationship concerns.

Zainab Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with nine years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has provided care in community mental health, crisis response, private practice, and telehealth settings. Zainab earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). She utilizes evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.

Zainab creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be individualized and collaborative, tailoring treatment to each client's goals, strengths, and cultural background. She supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, grief, and life transitions while helping them build coping skills, emotional awareness, and confidence.

Zainab begins by building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe space for open dialogue. Early sessions focus on understanding each client's history, strengths, current concerns, and goals. She develops individualized treatment plans and incorporates evidence-based strategies that evolve with client feedback and progress. Her approach emphasizes practical, sustainable changes that support healthier behaviors, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

Mary Lane, LCSW, has experience working in private practice, outpatient, and inpatient settings. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Iowa and has more than a decade of experience supporting individuals across a variety of care settings, including substance use treatment and school-based services. Her broad clinical background allows her to provide compassionate, informed care tailored to each client's needs.

Mary understands that beginning counseling can feel vulnerable and values creating an environment where clients feel safe, respected, and supported. She is known for her relatable approach and thoughtfully incorporates humor when appropriate to help build a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, understanding, and collaboration.

Mary starts by giving clients space to share their story at a pace that feels comfortable for them. During the initial sessions, she focuses on understanding each client's experiences, interests, and goals. Together, they develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects the client's unique needs and supports meaningful progress.

Michelle Walker, LPC, has experience practicing in both outpatient and inpatient settings, working with adults ages 18–99. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University, where she also completed her undergraduate degree in English. Michelle completed her internship at Sacred Heart University and trained in various Connecticut outpatient clinics. She has worked in-person at Shoreline Wellness Center and remotely with AbleTo and Optum Behavioral Health.

Michelle Walker creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and understood. She is committed to listening and helping in any way she can, focusing on practical coping strategies and new perspectives. Her goal is to help patients improve their mood, build resilience, and enhance overall quality of life.

Michelle begins with a comprehensive intake to understand each patient’s history, concerns, and goals. From there, she collaborates with patients to identify priorities and develop realistic, personalized steps toward progress. Whether goals are large or small, she works alongside patients to reduce symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and stress.

Banti Zehyoue, LCSW, has experience practicing in outpatient settings—including school-based, hospital, community-based, and crisis response—as well as inpatient environments focused on assessment and triage. Banti earned a Doctorate in International Conflict Management from Kennesaw State University, a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern University. Banti is also a certified School Social Worker.

Banti is known for building strong rapport through a flexible, approachable demeanor. Banti values open communication and prioritizes active listening to understand each patient’s needs. With a collaborative mindset, Banti works closely with patients to establish clear, achievable goals, using person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support symptom reduction.

Banti begins by reviewing available records to better understand each patient’s history. In initial sessions, Banti assesses strengths, areas of concern, and potential risks while helping patients develop SMART goals. From there, Banti creates individualized treatment plans through a collaborative process that incorporates patient input as a central component of care.

Vivia Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Albany State University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. She enjoys helping people achieve their therapy goals using a holistic approach to therapy.

Vivia is an authentic, down-to-earth therapist who is ambitious, passionate, caring, and intentional about her clients’ healing. She strives to create a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel heard and respected.

Vivia uses a holistic approach to support clients in working toward their goals and blossoming into the person they desire to be, tailoring care to each individual’s needs and focusing on intentional healing and growth.

Porschia Fisher, LPC, NCC, MSW, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, women’s issues, and relationship challenges. Porschia uses a compassionate, individualized approach to help clients build resilience, discover purpose, and create meaningful change.

Porschia creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients manage emotions, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop practical coping skills tailored to everyday life.

Porschia begins by building rapport and learning about each client’s concerns, emotional experiences, and goals for therapy. She then develops a personalized treatment plan and tracks progress using evidence-based tools such as the PHQ-9, GAD-7, and C-SSRS, while adjusting care to support lasting growth and overall well-being.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy for adults, from people in the thick of their working years to older adults navigating the changes that come with age. I've been licensed across multiple states for more than a decade, with a Master's in Social Work and time spent in both outpatient and inpatient settings. That range has taught me that no two people arrive for the same reason, so I don't come in with a fixed script.

I'm trained in evidence-based models like CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy, along with other brief approaches, and I draw on whichever one actually fits the person in front of me. What matters most early on is trust. I want you to feel heard and respected enough to say the things that are hard to say out loud. Early sessions are mostly about understanding where you are right now and what you'd like to be different.

I value transparency, and I'll be honest with you about what I'm thinking. I also think you should have an active hand in your own care, so we'll set goals together that are specific and realistic, the kind you can actually track rather than vague intentions. You won't be a passenger in this.

Curious whether this way of working would suit you? That's exactly what a first visit is for.

Most of my work as a therapist comes out of behavioral medicine, where I've spent a lot of time at the point that physical health and mental health meet. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I'm often working with people managing depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, or relationship difficulties, sometimes all at once. I care about reaching people in underserved communities who haven't always had access to this kind of support.

My approach centers on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. A lot of what we do together is noticing patterns that get in the way, the ones quietly keeping you from better health, and then figuring out whether we can challenge them, reframe them, or replace them with something that actually works for you. I like to get underneath the behavior to the need it's trying to meet, because that's usually where lasting change starts. Sessions with me tend to be practical and collaborative; expect to do some honest looking at what's happening and why, and to leave with a clearer sense of the next step. When medication has a role, it's one part of a fuller plan, never the whole story.

What I'm really after is helping you grow into a version of yourself that feels more like you.

There's no rush to any of this. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll take it from there.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy for adolescents and adults, and I've spent more than 14 years doing this work across outpatient clinics, schools, and, for the last six-plus years, over telehealth. I earned my Master of Social Work from East Carolina University after my Bachelor of Social Work at Elizabeth City State University, and that range of settings has taught me to work with people at very different points in their lives.

I treat therapy as a partnership built on accountability and steady progress. I tend to think of myself as a guide rather than someone with all the answers, and I lean on evidence-based practices, skill-building, psychoeducation, and practical strategies you can actually use. I'll often send you off with something to work on between sessions, because the growth that lasts usually happens outside the room. You're in the driver's seat here. I ask for open communication and honest feedback, and if something in our approach isn't working, I want to hear it so we can adjust. Expect me to check in on your goals and to ask you to come to our time together with some intention about what you want out of it.

What matters most to me is that the progress we make is meaningful and sustainable, not just a good session that fades by Tuesday. Reach out when you're ready to get to work.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy, with 25 years of experience walking alongside people through the kinds of life challenges that don't fit neatly into a single label. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating strain in their relationships, tension or conflict at home, the disorientation that comes with grief, or the ordinary hard questions of parenting. Often the people I see aren't looking to be fixed so much as understood, and that distinction matters to me.

My work starts from a simple commitment: to treat everyone I meet with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I don't arrive with a script. Early on, most of our time goes toward getting the shape of what you're actually dealing with, and I'll ask questions and listen closely before we settle on any direction. From there, I build a plan around your specific circumstances rather than a generic template, and I check in with you about what feels useful and what doesn't. I'd rather adjust as we go than push an approach that isn't fitting your life.

I trained at Howard University School of Social Work and did my clinical internship at St. Elizabeth's Hospital and the DC Rape Crisis Center, and that grounding in listening to hard stories has stayed with me throughout my career.

If that sounds like the kind of support you've been considering, I'd be happy to talk.

I'm a therapist who has spent years treating adults navigating anxiety, depression, phobias, communication struggles, and the kind of relationship concerns that wear on you over time. Alongside my counseling license, I hold certifications in clinical anxiety treatment and anger management, and much of that focus grew out of early work facilitating a Women's Recovery Group during my internship at a substance recovery facility.

My style is warm, direct, and down-to-earth, and I'm not afraid to use a little humor to take the edge off a hard conversation. I want to understand the whole person sitting across from me, not just a set of symptoms, so early sessions are about gathering your background, talking through what's actually bothering you, and setting goals that mean something to you. I'll use clear assessments to track where we are and where we're headed, and I balance genuine support with gentle challenge when it's useful. From there we build a flexible plan that can shift as you do, sometimes with small between-session activities if you want to keep building skills on your own time.

What I care about most is that you can be yourself with me, without editing or performing. Change tends to stick when it happens at a comfortable pace rather than a forced one.

There's no timeline you have to meet here. When you feel ready to start, reach out and we'll take it from there.

I've spent years as a therapist treating adults and older adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and the life transitions that tend to arrive without warning. Along the way I've worked with veterans, children, and adults across inpatient, outpatient, and nonprofit settings, which taught me that no two people walk in with the same story, and therapy is never one-size-fits-all.

I lean toward client-centered, goal-oriented work. My approach is eclectic and grounded in evidence, drawing on CBT, DBT, ACT, and motivational interviewing depending on what actually fits the person in front of me. Early on, I focus on building rapport in a structured setting where trust has room to grow, and I do a thorough assessment of your history, your needs, and where you'd like to go. From there we shape a treatment plan with clear goals that belong to you, and I stay in your corner with steady support and encouragement as the work unfolds.

I'm also certified in Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention and trained in CAMS, so if you're navigating something that feels dangerous or unbearable, you're not too much for this room.

What I care most about is collaboration. I won't hand you a script; I'll help you find the plan that reflects your life and then walk it with you.

Curious whether this kind of work would suit you? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

I'm a marriage and family therapist, and most of what I see is people navigating the emotional and relational challenges that come up in their lives, whether they're working through things on their own, as a couple, or as a family. I earned my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliance Graduate School of Counseling in Nyack, New York, and that relational lens shapes how I understand almost everything a person brings to me. Nobody arrives with the exact same story, so I don't treat anyone as though they do.

I care a lot about trust and respect being present from the start, because I don't think real work happens without them. Our first session is mostly about getting a full picture of your background, what's bringing you in, and where you'd like to end up. From there, we build a plan together that actually fits your life rather than a generic version of it. I try to keep things collaborative throughout, checking in as we go and adjusting when something isn't working for you.

What matters to me is that you feel genuinely heard, not processed. I'd rather move at a pace that lets you feel steady than rush toward a milestone that doesn't mean anything to you.

Curious whether the two of us would work well together? That's exactly what a first conversation is for.

I'm a licensed counselor who focuses on helping adolescents and adults work through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and the patterns that come with co-dependency and addictive behaviors. I'm licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and New York, and as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia, so I've had the chance to sit with a wide range of people at very different points in their lives.

What matters most to me is genuineness. I won't pretend to have all the answers or dress things up, and I'd rather be honest with you than tell you what's easy to hear. A lot of the people I see have been carrying something painful for a long time, sometimes the effects of sexual abuse or a loss they've never fully spoken about, and they need to feel understood and respected before any real work can happen. In a session, that usually looks like slowing down, letting you say things at your own pace, and staying open-minded about wherever the conversation goes. From there we work together to make sense of your experiences, build some insight into them, and put practical coping strategies in place.

My hope is that healing, growth, and a little more resilience come out of that process, though I never promise a timeline. If you've been quietly holding onto something and want someone in your corner while you sort through it, reach out and let's talk.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults who are ready to look honestly at what's been weighing on them and want a clear sense of where we're headed. My path into this work started in foster care and adoption services, then moved through inpatient settings with people of all ages and community mental health, where I supported adults living with severe mental illness and the effects of trauma. Later I ran an outpatient clinic and led multidisciplinary teams, so I've seen how care works from a lot of angles.

I start with a thorough assessment because I want to understand your history, your concerns, and what you're actually hoping to change before we settle on a direction. From there we build a treatment plan together, one with specific goals and measurable outcomes so you can see progress rather than guess at it. I value open communication, and I'll encourage self-awareness and help you build on the strengths you already have. In practice, I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques, and I focus on teaching practical skills you can carry beyond our sessions.

I'm licensed in Florida, Georgia, and Texas. If you want a therapist who will listen closely, tell you the truth, and keep the work pointed toward the outcomes that matter to you, reach out when you're ready to start.

Most of my work as a therapist is with individuals and couples working through anxiety, depression, grief, and the kind of stress that builds up from work and family life. A lot of what I see comes down to transitions, the moments when someone's usual footing shifts and they're trying to find a new one. I also work with adolescents and older adults, so the range of stories I hear is wide, and I like that.

My style is collaborative and goal-oriented. I do a fair amount of compassionate listening, but I'm also practical, and I care about giving you something you can actually use once you leave the room. In a first session, I want to hear your story, what's weighing on you right now, and what you're hoping therapy can change. From there we shape a plan that fits you, which might mean skill-building, noticing patterns you hadn't named before, and coping strategies you can try between our conversations. I check in regularly on how things are going and adjust as your needs shift, because therapy shouldn't stay frozen while your life keeps moving.

What matters to me is that the work stays connected to your own values and strengths, not some generic idea of progress.

Deciding to start is often the hardest part. If you've gotten this far in reading, you've already begun turning toward something, and I'd be glad to help you take the next step.

Christine Cantilena Barnes, LPC, is a dedicated mental health counselor with two master’s degrees, including a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. She developed extensive crisis and trauma expertise as a mobile trauma therapist serving all four Emory Hospital emergency rooms and completed advanced clinical training across inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. Christine is certified in EMDR and Trauma-Focused Therapy, with extensive training in DBT and CBT. Her clinical background spans child art therapy, high-conflict couples counseling, and collaborative work within psychiatric settings.

Christine believes that personal values are central to meaningful change and healing. She fosters a therapeutic environment built on honesty, transparency, and open communication, helping patients feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. She works collaboratively with patients to establish clear, measurable goals and regularly evaluates progress to ensure treatment remains focused, effective, and aligned with each individual’s needs.

Christine begins with a comprehensive assessment of each patient’s history, current circumstances, personal values, spiritual well-being, and primary concerns. Using this foundation, she develops an individualized treatment plan that validates each person’s unique experiences while targeting realistic, achievable goals. Her approach combines evidence-based strategies with thoughtful clinical insight to support meaningful and lasting progress.

Lupe Garcia is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. As owner and Clinical Director of Vital Mind Counseling, LLC, he provides evidence-based treatment and supervision. He has worked in community mental health, juvenile justice, crisis intervention, and outpatient care and is certified in TF-CBT. He treats trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions using CBT, DBT, ERP, EFT, CPT, and trauma-informed care. He is trained with first responders, veterans, and trauma survivors, focused on resilience and lasting change.

Lupe emphasizes a strong therapeutic relationship as the basis for growth. He provides a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and respected. He values authenticity and collaboration, meets patients where they are, and tailors treatment to individual goals. He balances compassion with honest feedback and offers practical tools for use between sessions to support lasting change.

Lupe begins by understanding each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals, then collaborates on an individualized treatment plan. He uses evidence-based approaches tailored to symptoms, focusing on insight, coping skills, and underlying contributors to distress. Progress is reviewed regularly and treatment is adjusted as needed. He encourages active participation and supports improved emotional regulation, relationships, and resilience.

Alyson Pond, LCSW, provides outpatient therapy for adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges. She has experience supporting military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals in high-stress service-oriented roles. Alyson’s background includes crisis intervention, suicide prevention, outpatient behavioral health, and trauma-informed care. She earned a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University and a Master of Arts in Military Psychology from Adler University.

Alyson provides a grounded, supportive, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be practical, honest, and tailored to each person’s goals, strengths, and lived experience. Alyson works with clients to process trauma, navigate life transitions, reduce isolation, and build resilience in sustainable and realistic ways.

Alyson begins by learning each client’s history, current concerns, strengths, and goals. She collaborates with clients to create individualized treatment plans aligned with their values and priorities. Using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, Alyson helps clients improve coping skills, strengthen emotional regulation and relationships, and build healthier patterns that support lasting progress.

Joy Mitchell, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with nearly 10 years of experience providing behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She earned a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Mercer University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Georgia State University. Joy has worked in outpatient, telehealth, crisis intervention, employee assistance, utilization review, and community mental health settings. She specializes in comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, and other behavioral health concerns.

Joy creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe, heard, and respected. She values trust, collaboration, and open communication, working alongside clients to identify meaningful goals and practical strategies for change. Using evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual's needs, Joy encourages active participation in treatment while helping clients build on their strengths, resilience, insight, and coping skills. She is committed to providing culturally responsive care that supports personal growth and emotional well-being.

Joy begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand each client's history, concerns, strengths, and goals. She creates a collaborative space where clients can openly discuss their experiences and priorities. Together, they develop an individualized treatment plan and use evidence-based interventions tailored to the client's needs and progress. Throughout therapy, Joy helps clients build insight, recognize patterns, strengthen coping skills, and regularly reviews goals to ensure treatment remains effective and aligned with their needs.

Kimberley Knox, LPC, is a licensed mental health therapist with experience across outpatient, private practice, community, and college counseling settings. She earned her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Richmont Graduate University and received the Hanshew Clinical Excellence Award. Kimberley is trained in DBT, RO-DBT, EMDR, and ADHD treatment, and is passionate about helping clients build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and lasting change through a warm, collaborative, and structured approach.

Kimberley takes a collaborative approach where each client’s goals, experiences, and voice guide treatment. She creates a supportive, judgment-free space while balancing insight with practical skill-building. Kimberley integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, RO-DBT, SFBT, MI, and EMDR, tailoring sessions to each client’s unique needs and helping them develop tools that support long-term growth outside of therapy.

Kimberley begins by gaining a thorough understanding of each patient’s history, concerns, strengths, and goals. Together, they identify priorities and create an individualized treatment plan that matches the client’s pace and needs. Throughout therapy, Kimberley regularly evaluates progress and adjusts interventions as needed, using a structured yet flexible approach that emphasizes support, insight, and meaningful change.

LaShay Dupree, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s most difficult challenges. She views therapy as both a profession and a calling, with a deep commitment to normalizing mental health care and reducing stigma. LaShay believes in helping clients heal unapologetically by exploring the connections between their experiences, relationships, environment, and overall well-being.

LaShay provides a safe, supportive space where clients can show up exactly as they are. She believes therapy should focus on the whole person, not just symptoms, and works collaboratively to help clients build resilience, confidence, and meaningful change. Known for her steady presence and accessibility, she is committed to being a trusted partner in each client’s healing journey.

LaShay begins by establishing trust and rapport, allowing clients to move at a pace that feels comfortable and respectful of their boundaries. Her approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused interventions. Together, she helps clients understand how thoughts influence emotions and behaviors while identifying practical strategies that support growth, healing, and lasting progress.

Zainab Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) with nine years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has provided care in community mental health, crisis response, private practice, and telehealth settings. Zainab earned a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). She utilizes evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.

Zainab creates a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She believes therapy should be individualized and collaborative, tailoring treatment to each client's goals, strengths, and cultural background. She supports individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, grief, and life transitions while helping them build coping skills, emotional awareness, and confidence.

Zainab begins by building a strong therapeutic relationship and creating a safe space for open dialogue. Early sessions focus on understanding each client's history, strengths, current concerns, and goals. She develops individualized treatment plans and incorporates evidence-based strategies that evolve with client feedback and progress. Her approach emphasizes practical, sustainable changes that support healthier behaviors, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

Mary Lane, LCSW, has experience working in private practice, outpatient, and inpatient settings. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Iowa and has more than a decade of experience supporting individuals across a variety of care settings, including substance use treatment and school-based services. Her broad clinical background allows her to provide compassionate, informed care tailored to each client's needs.

Mary understands that beginning counseling can feel vulnerable and values creating an environment where clients feel safe, respected, and supported. She is known for her relatable approach and thoughtfully incorporates humor when appropriate to help build a strong therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, understanding, and collaboration.

Mary starts by giving clients space to share their story at a pace that feels comfortable for them. During the initial sessions, she focuses on understanding each client's experiences, interests, and goals. Together, they develop an individualized treatment plan that reflects the client's unique needs and supports meaningful progress.

Michelle Walker, LPC, has experience practicing in both outpatient and inpatient settings, working with adults ages 18–99. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University, where she also completed her undergraduate degree in English. Michelle completed her internship at Sacred Heart University and trained in various Connecticut outpatient clinics. She has worked in-person at Shoreline Wellness Center and remotely with AbleTo and Optum Behavioral Health.

Michelle Walker creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and understood. She is committed to listening and helping in any way she can, focusing on practical coping strategies and new perspectives. Her goal is to help patients improve their mood, build resilience, and enhance overall quality of life.

Michelle begins with a comprehensive intake to understand each patient’s history, concerns, and goals. From there, she collaborates with patients to identify priorities and develop realistic, personalized steps toward progress. Whether goals are large or small, she works alongside patients to reduce symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and stress.

Banti Zehyoue, LCSW, has experience practicing in outpatient settings—including school-based, hospital, community-based, and crisis response—as well as inpatient environments focused on assessment and triage. Banti earned a Doctorate in International Conflict Management from Kennesaw State University, a Master of Social Work from Louisiana State University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern University. Banti is also a certified School Social Worker.

Banti is known for building strong rapport through a flexible, approachable demeanor. Banti values open communication and prioritizes active listening to understand each patient’s needs. With a collaborative mindset, Banti works closely with patients to establish clear, achievable goals, using person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques to support symptom reduction.

Banti begins by reviewing available records to better understand each patient’s history. In initial sessions, Banti assesses strengths, areas of concern, and potential risks while helping patients develop SMART goals. From there, Banti creates individualized treatment plans through a collaborative process that incorporates patient input as a central component of care.

Vivia Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Albany State University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. She enjoys helping people achieve their therapy goals using a holistic approach to therapy.

Vivia is an authentic, down-to-earth therapist who is ambitious, passionate, caring, and intentional about her clients’ healing. She strives to create a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel heard and respected.

Vivia uses a holistic approach to support clients in working toward their goals and blossoming into the person they desire to be, tailoring care to each individual’s needs and focusing on intentional healing and growth.

Porschia Fisher, LPC, NCC, MSW, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, women’s issues, and relationship challenges. Porschia uses a compassionate, individualized approach to help clients build resilience, discover purpose, and create meaningful change.

Porschia creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients manage emotions, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop practical coping skills tailored to everyday life.

Porschia begins by building rapport and learning about each client’s concerns, emotional experiences, and goals for therapy. She then develops a personalized treatment plan and tracks progress using evidence-based tools such as the PHQ-9, GAD-7, and C-SSRS, while adjusting care to support lasting growth and overall well-being.

Rachel Voisine, LCSW, holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and has been licensed in multiple states for over 10 years. She is trained and experienced in evidence-based models including CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy, as well as other brief treatment approaches. Her background spans both outpatient and inpatient settings, supporting a wide range of patient needs.

Rachel Voisine provides a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and safe to share openly. She prioritizes building trust and meeting individuals where they are in their mental health journey.

Rachel Voisine values transparency and collaboration, encouraging patients to take an active role in their care. She works with individuals to develop treatment plans with goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely.

Danielle Webb, LCSW, has extensive experience in behavioral medicine, addressing the physical and mental health needs of both adults and children. Her work often includes a holistic approach to care, supporting individuals with substance use concerns and incorporating psychotropic medication when appropriate. She is skilled in identifying maladaptive behaviors that may hinder optimal health and uses focused interventions to reduce or eliminate them, with a commitment to promoting wellness in underserved populations.

Danielle is passionate about helping individuals grow into the best version of themselves. She emphasizes the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, guiding patients toward deeper self-understanding. Her approach is supportive and collaborative, with specialties that include depression, anxiety, co-occurring disorders, and relationship challenges.

Danielle works with patients to explore how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. Through this process, she helps identify patterns that may be unhelpful and supports patients in challenging, reframing, or replacing them. She focuses on uncovering underlying needs and developing healthier, more effective ways to meet them, fostering meaningful and lasting change.

Richelle Smallwood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience providing mental health services across outpatient and school-based settings, along with more than 6 years of telehealth experience. She earned her Master of Social Work from East Carolina University and her Bachelor of Social Work from Elizabeth City State University. Her diverse background supports individuals across various life stages and environments.

Richelle approaches therapy as a collaborative partnership focused on accountability and progress. She often incorporates between-session activities to reinforce growth and goal alignment. She serves as a guide, using evidence-based practices, skill-building exercises, psychoeducation, and practical strategies to support overall well-being.

Richelle emphasizes that clients are in the driver’s seat of therapy. She encourages open communication and invites feedback to ensure the approach remains effective. She supports clients in staying aligned with their goals, coming to sessions with intention, and making meaningful, sustainable progress.

Kim Barsella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C) with a Master’s of Social Work from Howard University School of Social Work. She completed her internship at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital and the DC Rape Crisis Center. Kim brings 25 years of professional experience supporting individuals through a range of life challenges.

Kim believes in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She has experience helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, grief and loss, and parenting concerns. She focuses on creating a supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.

Kim tailors each conversation and treatment plan to meet the unique and specific needs of every client. She works collaboratively with patients to identify goals and develop approaches that align with their personal experiences and priorities.

Tasha Sarvis is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor (NCC) who supports adults experiencing anxiety, depression, phobias, communication challenges, and relationship concerns. She earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Tasha completed her internship at a substance recovery facility, where she facilitated a Women’s Recovery Group. She later worked in private practice providing in-person and telehealth therapy. She also holds certifications as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and Certified Specialist in Anger Management.

Tasha creates a supportive, judgment-free space where clients can be themselves. Her style is warm, direct, and down-to-earth, often incorporating humor to help clients feel at ease. She uses an integrative approach tailored to each individual, balancing support with gentle challenge. Clients can expect a collaborative process focused on building insight, strengthening coping skills, and creating meaningful, lasting change at a comfortable pace.

Tasha begins by understanding the whole person, not just symptoms. Early sessions focus on gathering background, exploring concerns, and setting meaningful goals. She uses clear assessments to track progress and guide care. Together, they develop a flexible treatment plan that evolves over time, with optional between-session activities to build skills and encourage continued growth.

Robea Meikle-Paige, LMHC, LPC, LPCMH, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, Georgia, and Delaware. She earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master of Education in Guidance and Counseling with a mental health focus from Florida A&M University. She completed her internship at a community mental health center and is certified in Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention (BCBT-SP) and trained in CAMS. Her experience includes working with veterans, children, and adults across inpatient, outpatient, and nonprofit settings.

Robea provides compassionate, client-centered, and goal-oriented care for adults and older adults. She supports individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, and more. She uses an eclectic, evidence-based approach, integrating CBT, DBT, ACT, and MI. Robea values collaboration and tailors treatment to each individual, recognizing therapy is not one-size-fits-all.

Robea begins with building rapport in a safe, structured space to foster trust and engagement. She conducts a thorough assessment to understand each client’s history, needs, and goals. Together, they develop personalized treatment plans with clear goals, while she provides ongoing support, encouragement, and empowerment throughout the therapeutic journey.

Lou Hang, LMFT, has experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliance Graduate School of Counseling in Nyack, NY. Her background equips her to support clients across a range of relational and emotional challenges.

Lou Hang provides individualized, client-centered care, recognizing that each person’s experiences and needs are distinct. She fosters a compassionate, supportive therapeutic environment where trust and respect are central, helping patients feel safe, heard, and understood throughout their care.

Lou Hang establishes a strong foundation by thoroughly exploring each patient’s background, concerns, and goals during the initial session. She collaborates closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that align with their unique needs and therapeutic goals.

Deborah Columbro is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. She works with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, sexual abuse, co-dependency, and addictive disorders. Deborah brings a compassionate, person-centered perspective to her work.

Deborah creates a warm, supportive, and open-minded environment where patients feel safe to share. She emphasizes genuineness, non-judgmental acceptance, and empathy, helping individuals feel understood and respected throughout their therapeutic journey.

Deborah collaborates with patients to explore their experiences, build insight, and develop coping strategies that foster healing, growth, and resilience.

Heather Watson, LMHC, LPC, earned her Master’s in Professional Counseling from South University in Savannah, GA. She is licensed in Florida, Georgia, and Texas, with experience across nonprofit, inpatient, and outpatient settings. She began in foster care and adoption services, later working inpatient with diverse age groups, and in community mental health supporting adults with severe mental illness and trauma. She also managed an outpatient clinic, leading multidisciplinary teams.

Heather Watson creates a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and validated. She values open communication, encourages self-awareness, and helps clients build on their strengths. Her approach emphasizes collaboration, with clear, goal-oriented treatment plans and measurable outcomes to support meaningful progress.

Heather Watson begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand history, concerns, and goals. She collaborates with clients to develop personalized treatment plans and teaches practical skills for lasting change. Her integrative approach incorporates CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques.

Most of my work as a therapist is with individuals and couples working through anxiety, depression, grief, and the kind of stress that builds up from work and family life. A lot of what I see comes down to transitions, the moments when someone's usual footing shifts and they're trying to find a new one. I also work with adolescents and older adults, so the range of stories I hear is wide, and I like that.

My style is collaborative and goal-oriented. I do a fair amount of compassionate listening, but I'm also practical, and I care about giving you something you can actually use once you leave the room. In a first session, I want to hear your story, what's weighing on you right now, and what you're hoping therapy can change. From there we shape a plan that fits you, which might mean skill-building, noticing patterns you hadn't named before, and coping strategies you can try between our conversations. I check in regularly on how things are going and adjust as your needs shift, because therapy shouldn't stay frozen while your life keeps moving.

What matters to me is that the work stays connected to your own values and strengths, not some generic idea of progress.

Deciding to start is often the hardest part. If you've gotten this far in reading, you've already begun turning toward something, and I'd be glad to help you take the next step.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy with adults, including older adults, who are working through anxiety, depression, grief, and the kind of life transitions that quietly reshape how a person sees themselves. Some of the people I meet are navigating strained relationships; others are managing severe mental illness and want a steady partner in that work. I've spent time in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and earlier in my training I worked in an emergency room and specialty clinics, which taught me to stay calm and present when things feel far from calm.

The way I work is collaborative. Early on, I want to understand what's actually going on and what you're hoping will be different, so we can sketch out a roadmap for growth together rather than my handing you a plan. My first session tends to be conversational: we talk through what brought you in, a bit of your history, and how sessions and confidentiality work, and then we start naming goals. After that, our time centers on exploring your thoughts and feelings, noticing the patterns underneath them, and practicing skills you can use outside the room. I draw on DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches, but I fit the method to the person, not the other way around. We check in on progress along the way.

Deciding to start therapy takes something. If you've gotten this far, you've already begun.

My work as a therapist centers on helping people set goals that actually matter to them and then figuring out the practical steps to get there. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of independent experience across the DMV, and I've practiced in a lot of settings: private practice, nonprofit, medical, federal, and military. That range has shown me that change happens when someone has both a clear direction and steady support to keep going. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I've spent a good deal of time working with individuals, families, and service members.

My approach is collaborative and goal-focused. Early on, we'll look at what you're up against, but also at your strengths and what's motivating you to change, because both matter. From there we build a plan that's realistic, drawing on tools like CBT, solution-focused work, DBT, and narrative therapy depending on what fits you. Sessions tend to be active. I'll offer encouragement and honest accountability, and I'll help you build momentum in the areas that feel stuck. Partnership is the heart of it; I'm working alongside you, not handing down instructions.

What matters most to me is your progress on the goals you care about, at a pace that's sustainable. Bring the things you'd like to move forward on, and we'll map out where to start together.

My work as a therapist centers on talk therapy with adults, including older adults, who are looking for more meaning, balance, and some measure of inner peace in their lives. What drew me to this field in the first place was a genuine curiosity about human behavior, why we do what we do, and how we can change it when the old patterns stop serving us.

My approach draws on both behavioral and psychodynamic ideas, which lets me address what's happening in your day-to-day life while also exploring the deeper emotional patterns underneath it. Some sessions are about practical, present-tense problem-solving; others are about understanding where a reaction comes from. I try to bring a thoughtful and motivating presence to that work, and I pay close attention to what makes you different from the next person who walks in.

Early on, I focus on getting to know you and gathering the background that helps me understand your history, alongside building the kind of relationship that actual change tends to grow from. From there, we clarify your needs, values, and goals together, and we adjust those goals as things shift over time. I see the relationship between us as the ground the rest of the work stands on.

The first step is a conversation to sort out what matters to you; we shape the direction from there and keep revisiting it as we go.

I'm a licensed mental health counselor with about seven years of experience, and most of what I see is adults working through anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and the kind of life transitions that leave you unsure of your footing. I also work with older adults who are facing the shifts that come with later chapters of life. Wherever someone happens to be, my aim is to help them get closer to where they actually want to be.

My approach is person-centered, which for me means the work follows your goals, not a script I've decided in advance. I draw on mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and a strength-based lens, but the through line is collaboration. I want our sessions to feel like a real back-and-forth. Early on, expect me to ask a fair amount of questions and mostly listen, because I'd rather understand how you see things before I offer much of anything. I take cultural context seriously, and I try to keep the room open enough that you can bring the parts of your life that matter to you.

Reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, and I think naming that honestly is part of the point. It's also a genuinely courageous step. There's no rush on my end. Whenever you feel ready to start, I'll be here to begin the work with you.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a particular focus on people navigating life transitions and those trying to make sense of symptoms they don't yet have words for. Over the years I've worked across a lot of settings, residential, intensive in-home, school, outpatient, and inpatient, with children, families, and adults. That range shapes how I practice: I lean practical, and I pay attention to what actually helps day to day.

My style is friendly, straightforward, and collaborative. Early sessions are mostly about laying a solid foundation, so we'll spend that time going through your history, your current concerns, and what has and hasn't worked before. From there, your goals set the direction, the pace, and where we put our attention. I check in often and I want your honest feedback, because the strategies we use should stay flexible and responsive to you rather than locked into a plan. When I work with younger clients, I bring family into the process when it makes sense and lines up with what we're aiming for.

Much of what I offer comes down to building self-awareness, useful skills, and steady support you can rely on between sessions. I'm certified in cognitive behavioral therapy and accelerated resolution therapy, and I hold ICISF certification for crisis intervention, so I have a few different tools depending on what you need.

The first step is just a conversation about what brought you here, and we'll shape the rest together from there.

I trained as a licensed clinical social worker, and I mostly work with adults navigating the ways stress shows up in the body: the tension, the sleeplessness, the anxiety that doesn't stay in your head. A good part of my practice centers on the seasons of life that reshape us, whether that's the perinatal and postpartum stretch, the shifts of menopause, grief after losing someone you love, or the quieter grief of goals that didn't turn out the way you'd planned. Parenting struggles and big life transitions bring people to me too.

My approach draws on psychodynamic work, CBT, and solutions-focused thinking, but what that really means is I want to understand what's underneath before we decide what to do about it. Rather than handing you a new set of tools and calling it a day, I'd rather start with the coping strategies you already lean on, fine-tune the ones that serve you, and figure out together what's missing from your self-care. Early sessions tend to be less about fixing and more about mapping: where the stress lives, what it's connected to, and what emotional freedom might actually look like for you. I've worked with people from all walks of life and all age groups, and I especially connect with clients in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Bring whatever's been sitting on you into a first visit, and we'll begin sorting through it, mind, body, and spirit, at a pace that feels workable.

I'm a licensed professional counselor specializing in talk therapy for adults, adolescents, and older adults who are working through depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and body dysmorphia. My background spans a range of settings, from inpatient care at Willowbrooke at Tanner, where I served as a primary therapist and assessor, to a university counseling center and virtual practice in Atlanta. That mix taught me that no two people arrive with the same story, and that the therapy has to fit the person rather than the other way around.

I take an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed work depending on what's actually in front of me. Rather than fitting you into one method, I customize what we do to your needs and your preferences. Early sessions are largely about exploring and processing the emotions and experiences that are hardest to name, at a pace that doesn't push you faster than you want to go. I try to stay warm and steady while we do it, so the difficult parts feel less like something to get through alone.

A lot of my work is about healing from what came before so you can actually be present in your life now. If you're ready to look at what's been weighing on you, come as you are to a first visit and we'll start untangling it together.

I trained as a licensed clinical social worker, and I mostly work with adults through the geriatric years, along with couples looking to understand each other a little better. Over more than twenty years, I've sat with people managing a wide range of concerns, including co-occurring struggles, grief and bereavement, and the existential questions that tend to surface at life's turning points.

I'm a wife, mother, daughter, and sister, and I've walked through my own share of life's challenges, so there's a good chance some part of your story will land with me. I pay close attention, not just to what people say but to the things they show without words. My approach is individualized, strengths-based, and affirming. I'm intentional about building rapport and meeting people without criticism, though when I notice behaviors keeping someone stuck, I'll name that gently and respectfully.

I draw on approaches like CBT, ACT, IPT, and solution-focused work, and I fold in mindfulness, breathing exercises, and spirituality where they fit. I'm also a self-described movie and series buff, and I'll often bring in a scene, a theme, or a character to give us a shared way to talk about behaviors and their consequences. It tends to make hard conversations feel a little more human.

My hope is that you can be your true, authentic self here, without needing to perform. If that sounds like the kind of support you're after, I'd be happy to talk.

Most of my work as a therapist spans a wide age range, from kids as young as five to teenagers, adults, and older adults well into their later years. I've spent more than fifteen years in community and outpatient settings, which taught me that no two people walk in with the same story, so I don't treat them as if they do. Some of the folks I see are figuring out a hard season for the first time; others have been managing something for years and want a fresh set of eyes.

I draw on a range of approaches rather than forcing everyone into one method, because what helps a nine-year-old is rarely what helps someone in their seventies. The first time we meet, I'm mostly getting to know you: your history, what's bringing you in, what you're hoping for, and the strengths you already have that we can build on. From there we shape a plan together, one aimed at both some relief now and steadier ground over the long run. I try to keep things straightforward and grounded in your culture and life, so you actually feel understood rather than processed.

My training in social work at Adelphi University shaped how I look at people in the context of everything around them, not in isolation. Reach out when you're ready to start, and we'll figure out the first steps together.

I trained as a therapist, and I mostly work with adults, including older adults, who are working through depression, anxiety, and the mood shifts that make daily life feel heavier than it should. A lot of what brings people to me lives in the space between the clinical and the personal: relationship strain, questions of meaning, and the psycho-spiritual challenges that don't fit neatly into a diagnosis. My training took me through inpatient and outpatient settings, and I've sat with individuals, couples, families, first responders, and people navigating high-risk situations, so I've learned not to assume what a person's struggle looks like from the outside.

My approach leans on open, empathetic understanding and a genuinely collaborative pace. I don't hand down a plan; I build one alongside you, checking that it actually reflects what matters to you. In a first session, expect me to ask real questions and listen closely, less interested in labeling you than in understanding how you got here and where you'd like to go. Healing, in my experience, tends to happen when the work stays centered on the person, not the symptom list.

When I'm not working, I'm usually near the ocean, whether that's SCUBA diving, taking photographs, or joining a beach clean-up, and the rest of my time belongs to my family, my dog, and my cat.

Reach out when you're ready to begin the work together.

I'm a licensed professional counselor with a particular focus on talk therapy across the lifespan, and after more than 24 years in this field I've worked with just about every age, from children as young as five to older adults. That range matters to me. A parent bringing in a struggling nine-year-old, a teenager who feels misunderstood, an adult sorting through years of accumulated stress, a grandparent facing later-life changes: each one asks something a little different of me, and I've built my practice around being able to meet those differences.

I draw on a number of approaches depending on who's in front of me, including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and motivational interviewing, and I'm certified to do this work over telehealth, which I've come to trust as a genuine way to connect rather than a compromise. I tend to be practical and direct. Early sessions are mostly me getting to know how you think and what you actually want to change, not a checklist of symptoms. I'll ask questions, and I'll tell you honestly what I'm noticing.

My background runs from crisis work and family therapy at a children's center to private practice, so I'm comfortable with complicated situations and with people who've been told their case is complicated. Send a message when you're ready to get started.

I'm a licensed professional counselor with a particular focus on helping people through crisis and the rebuilding that comes afterward, and I've spent about ten years doing this work. Much of my background is in the harder chapters of people's lives: I've counseled survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, worked a mental health crisis line, and run support and therapy groups where people slowly figured out how to trust again. These days I see adults and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, shaky self-esteem, strained relationships, and the kind of communication breakdowns that leave you talking past the people you love most.

My own guiding idea is simple: I want to help people help themselves. So the relationship we build in session is close and steady, but the point isn't to lean on me indefinitely. Expect open, honest conversation, some digging into where old patterns come from, and practical, workable suggestions you can actually use between our meetings. I'll ask questions that build insight, and I'll be direct when I think it's useful. The pace is yours, though I tend to nudge toward forward movement.

Outside of session, I stay busy with continuing training, volunteering, sci-fi conventions, a slightly out-of-hand Disney collection, and thoroughly spoiling my nieces and nephews.

Curious whether this kind of counseling might fit what you're looking for right now?

I'm a licensed professional counselor with a particular focus on people navigating anxiety, depression, mood instability, and the kind of adjustment struggles that surface when life shifts in ways you didn't choose. Over the years I've worked across a wide range of settings, from outpatient and in-home care to partial hospitalization and residential treatment, which means I've sat with clients at nearly every level of intensity. I have a real interest in young adults sorting through co-occurring challenges, and I've spent time working with complex trauma and substance use as well.

My approach is integrative and client-centered, and it's grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a model I lean on because it adapts to whatever a person is actually facing rather than forcing them into a single framework. Depending on what fits, I draw on mindfulness, dialectical and acceptance-based work, psychoeducation, and trauma-informed care. In practice, our early sessions are less about me steering and more about understanding what matters to you and what's gotten in the way of it. I take the relationship itself seriously; feeling heard and validated isn't a nicety, it's where the work starts.

I tend to move at a pace that respects where you are rather than where a treatment plan says you should be. There's no rush to figure it all out at once. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll begin from there.

Geoffrey Edelstein, LCSW, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker. His practice is informed by the latest neuro-cognitive sciences, emphasizing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. In addition to working with children, adolescents, and adults, he also works with couples and families. Geoffrey also has experience working with LGBTQ+ clients. Geoffrey received his Master's in Social Work from New York University Silver School of Social Work. Before that, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at Drew University. Geoffrey's experience includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and psychodynamic psychotherapy, but his unique approach to therapy also integrates music, writing, drawing, and origami. In crafting a treatment plan, Geoffrey draws on his years of clinical experience from Four Winds Hospital. There, Geoffrey served as the Coordinator of Children's Services and facilitated care for children ages 8-13 in a Dialectical Behavior Therapy group setting. Geoffrey also worked with adults and adolescents in Four Winds' inpatient units. Prior to this, Geoffrey worked in respite services at Family Services of Westchester and the Federally Qualified Health Center of the Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association. Geoffrey is committed to delivering quality mental health services to his patients and is passionate about helping them reach their goals.

I'm a therapist, and after more than 23 years in the mental health field, I've sat with people through most of what life throws at us: anxiety, depression, the weight of past trauma, and the particular kind of overwhelm that comes with pregnancy, new motherhood, and the postpartum stretch that no one quite prepares you for. If you've been reacting to things more strongly than you'd like and you don't fully understand why, that's often where my work starts.

I'll be honest, I bring warmth and a fair amount of enthusiasm into the room, and I'll expect you to be an active participant rather than a passenger. My aim isn't for you to leave a session with something vague to think about. You'll leave with a plan of action, detailed steps, and skills that are actually easy to apply the next day, whether that's managing stress, healing from something that hurt you, communicating more clearly, or holding firmer boundaries in your relationships. Along the way, we'll work on understanding how and why certain emotions surface and what's driving those reactions, because naming that usually loosens its grip.

I trained in Georgia, undergrad in Albany and graduate school in Valdosta, and much of my approach centers on restorative self-care and building real emotional awareness over time.

If you're ready to do the work and want a partner who'll bring both structure and heart to it, reach out and let's begin.

I'm a licensed professional counselor, and most of what I see is people trying to make sense of what's going on for them, whether that's anxiety, low mood, the weight of past trauma, or simply feeling stuck. Over 18 years across homes, communities, schools, and offices, I've worked as a case manager, a family therapist, and an outpatient therapist, with people from a wide range of cultural and economic backgrounds. I especially enjoy working with families, adolescents, and young adults, and I connect closely with neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ folks.

My core belief is that people are doing the best they can with what they know. Given supportive listening, care, and a little education, most of us can grow and move toward what we're after. In practice, that means a session with me tends to feel like a real conversation: I listen closely, I explain what I'm noticing, and we figure out the next step together rather than my handing you a plan. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness depending on what fits, and I'm certified in trauma-focused CBT for those who need it.

Whatever's bringing you here, there's no clock on this. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll take it from there.

I'm a therapist with a particular focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and the messy in-between moments that come with a major life transition. I've worked across outpatient, telehealth, and managed care settings, and much of what I do comes down to helping people make sense of the thoughts, emotions, and patterns that keep showing up, then building practical tools to actually work with them.

The way I work is integrative and person-centered, which really just means I don't hand everyone the same plan. Depending on what you need, that might look like CBT or DBT, motivational interviewing, solution-focused or interpersonal work, or mindfulness-based techniques, shaped around your goals, your strengths, and what you value. In a first session, expect me to listen closely and ask questions that help me understand where you're starting from before we decide where to go. I take seriously the job of walking alongside you through whatever you're facing, with compassion and respect, and I want you to feel heard rather than processed.

Healing and growth tend to happen at their own pace, and I'd rather move at yours than rush a timeline. If something in your life feels stuck, painful, or simply too heavy to sort out alone, bring it to a first visit and we'll start untangling it together.

I've spent years as a therapist working across inpatient and outpatient settings, and I see individuals, couples, families, and groups. Some of the people I work best with are children, teenagers, and older adults navigating change, and I've learned that the same approach rarely fits two people the same way. As an Army brat, a combat veteran, and a retired military spouse, I've lived in a lot of places and sat with a lot of different life experiences, and I think that history shapes how I listen.

My style is eclectic, meaning I adjust to what's actually in front of me rather than running everyone through the same protocol. I treat therapy as a joint effort, and I genuinely mean that: you're the expert on your own experience, and progress tends to come from shared commitment and a little courage on both sides. I start with a thorough assessment so I understand your background, your needs, and where you want to go. From there I keep the dialogue open, including between sessions, and I make sure you're part of building the plan, not just receiving it. When it fits, I draw on training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and EMDR.

Our first conversation is mostly me asking questions and getting to know how you got here. There's no rush to this. Reach out when the timing feels right for you.

I'm a therapist, and over more than ten years I've worked in a lot of different clinical settings with people from all walks of life. That range matters to me, because it means I've learned not to assume that two people walking in with similar struggles need the same thing. Adults come to me at all sorts of turning points: some are trying to build steadier coping skills, some are working through a lifestyle change they know they need but haven't been able to make stick, and some just want to feel more like themselves again.

How we work depends on you. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches rather than forcing everyone into one method, and I keep an eye on the whole picture, not just the symptom in front of us. A lot of what I do is aimed at helping you become more independent over time, so the goal isn't leaning on therapy forever but leaving with more of your own footing. Early sessions tend to be practical: we talk through what's actually going on day to day and start naming what you'd like to be different.

I care about connecting with the person in the room, not a chart. If any of this fits where you are right now, there's no rush. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll take it from there.

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist with experience working across many stages of life, from children as young as five to adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups. Over the years I've worked with people from a lot of different worlds: finance, education, wellness, entertainment, hospitality, marketing, and sales. Each one arrives with a personal story, and I'm easily inspired by the work of discovering it.

My approach is eclectic and integrative, which really means I don't force one method onto everyone. Depending on your needs, interests, and goals, a session might draw on family systems, cognitive behavioral tools, acceptance and commitment work, mindfulness, or a focus on your strengths and healthy attachment. What stays constant is the tone: curiosity, care, and steady guidance. My love of nature, science, people, and lifelong learning tends to show up in the room, and I think it keeps the work grounded and hopeful.

I treat this as teamwork. When we're aiming at a common goal together, that's where I've seen real growth, healing, and a fuller sense of wellbeing take hold. I'll ask questions, follow your lead, and adjust as we go.

Deciding to look for a therapist takes something, and getting this far in a bio means you've already started. When you're ready to talk, I'll be glad to sit down and get to know your story.

I'm a bilingual therapist with experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, and the kind of stress that piles up during major life transitions. I see adolescents, adults, and older adults, and I've worked with people navigating change at nearly every stage of life. Before I became a licensed psychotherapist, I spent over five years as an educator in Florida and New York, and that background still shapes how I practice. I care a great deal about psychoeducation, because understanding what's actually happening tends to sharpen our insight into it.

My approach is person-centered and multicultural, which for me means paying attention to the whole context someone lives in, not just the symptoms they walk in with. Depending on what you need, I draw on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness, and Relational-Cultural techniques. In a first session, I'm mostly asking questions and listening closely so I understand what brought you in and what you're hoping to feel differently. I aim to be genuine and steady, and I want the work to help you recognize your own potential rather than talk you out of it.

Building a real therapeutic relationship matters more to me than moving quickly, so we'll go at a pace that fits you. Bring whatever's been weighing on you to a first visit, and we'll begin working through it together.

I'm a therapist who focuses on the concerns that touch nearly every corner of someone's life: trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use, intimate partner violence, and the strain that shows up in relationships and marriages. Over the years I've worked in just about every setting you can name, from inpatient units and emergency departments to partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, schools, and community-based work. That range has taught me that people arrive at very different points, and the work has to fit the person in front of me.

I don't see my job as needing to save the world or empower anyone. I think that framing gets it backward. What I do is work alongside you to find the tools you already carry and the resources in your community, and then use both to move toward what you actually want. Practically, that means we start by getting honest about the root of what's going on rather than only managing the surface, then build a plan that's specific to you and shows real, measurable progress. I lean on approaches like CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work, and I keep care culturally informed because context matters.

Reaching out and putting words to what's been hard is not a small thing. If you've gotten this far, you've already started the part most people find hardest, and I'd be glad to pick it up with you from there.

My work as a licensed clinical social worker centers on the ordinary and not-so-ordinary things that pull people off balance: anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma from childhood or adulthood, strained relationships, and the disorientation that comes with big life transitions, stress, and loss. Over four years in outpatient practice, I've sat with people across a wide range of ages and backgrounds, from younger adults sorting out who they're becoming to older adults facing changes in health, role, or the people around them.

I look at each person through a biopsychosocial lens, which is a way of saying I don't think any of us can be understood apart from our bodies, our histories, and the relationships we're living inside. My training is in cognitive-based therapies, including CBT and trauma-focused CBT, and I draw on ACT, DBT, and a strengths-based approach depending on what actually fits. Part of the early work is figuring out together which of those approaches suits you, because the same method rarely lands the same way for two people. Early sessions tend to be steady and curious; I'll ask questions, and I'll be honest with you about what I'm noticing.

Before any of that works, though, there has to be a relationship you can trust and speak freely inside. That's the piece I protect most.

Deciding to look for help takes something. If you've gotten this far, you've already done part of the hard part.

I'm a therapist who has spent years working with adults navigating the transitions that reshape a life: a new medical diagnosis, a shift in a relationship, changes at work, becoming a parent, or moving into a new stage of aging. A lot of what brings people to me is stress that's spilling into how they communicate, how they connect with the people around them, and how they handle conflict when it shows up. My interest in whole-person care isn't abstract for me. I live with a chronic medical condition, and getting through my own difficult stretches taught me how much our daily habits shape our well-being. So I pay attention to the six pillars I've come to rely on: how you eat, how you move, how you manage stress, how you sleep, whether risky substances are in the picture, and how connected you feel to others. In our work, I draw on solution-focused therapy, CBT, and mindfulness, and because I'm Gottman Level One and Two trained and a certified relationship educator, I'm comfortable helping couples untangle communication. Early on, expect me to ask real questions about your lifestyle, not just your symptoms, and to be honest with you about what I notice. I've found deep satisfaction in watching people grow more confident and steadier in their relationships and careers. If you're ready to look at your story together, the first step is a straightforward conversation, and we'll map out where to go from there.

I'm a licensed professional clinical counselor specializing in talk therapy, and over the past seven years I've spent most of my time in outpatient care, working with people across the whole span of life. That's meant sitting with kids as young as five, teenagers figuring out who they are, adults in the thick of adult life, and older folks in their sixties and beyond. Before outpatient work, I did in-home services, which taught me early on that a person is never just an individual; they come with a family, a household, and a natural support system that matters to the work.

I tend to draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused approaches, but I don't force anyone into a single method. I fit the modality to the person in front of me and to the goals we're actually trying to reach. Early sessions are practical: we get clear on what you want to be different, and we start naming concrete steps toward it. I'm collaborative and goal-oriented, and I'll keep us honest about what's working and what isn't.

Having trained as a supervisor and coordinated a clinic, I've learned that steady, structured support goes a long way, especially when someone feels stuck.

Deciding to talk to someone takes real effort. If you've made it to the end of this bio, you've already started something worth continuing, and I'd be glad to pick it up with you.

I'm a therapist with experience helping adults and older adults work through life's challenges by building on what's already strong in them. My background is a little unusual for talk therapy. Over the years I've worked as a primary, family, adventure, equine, crisis, and expressive arts therapist, across inpatient and outpatient settings as well as private practice, and that range shapes how I show up in a session. I'm trained in Internal Family Systems, CBT, DBT, and play therapy, and I hold certifications in life coaching and EAGALA, but I don't lead with a technique. I lead with you.

I tend to be sensitive, direct, and genuine, and I try to keep judgment out of the room entirely. No single method fits every person, so I tailor each session and treatment plan to your particular strengths and goals, drawing on solution-focused work, CBT, DBT, psychoeducation, IFS, and expressive arts as they fit. Early on, a session usually feels like getting oriented together: I want to understand what you're up against, what's worked before, and what you actually want to move toward, so we're building on real footing rather than a checklist.

My style is respectful and meant to leave you feeling more capable, not more managed. Reach out when you're ready to start that work together.

As a licensed mental health counselor with a decade of experience, I work mostly with adults and older adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, grief, or the aftermath of trauma. Over the years I've practiced in a lot of different settings, an outpatient community clinic, in-home family therapy, work with undocumented minors carrying trauma histories, and now telehealth, and each of those settings taught me something about how differently people arrive at counseling and what they need once they get there.

What I've come to believe, after all this time in the field, is that therapy works best as a collaborative process, one where we're figuring out your goals together rather than me handing down a plan. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic work, but I choose the approach based on the person in front of me, not the other way around. Early sessions tend to be more conversation than assessment; I want to understand how you actually experience your days before we decide where to focus.

I keep the pace steady and I stay honest with you about what I'm noticing, because I've found that people make more progress when the process feels transparent.

There's no rush to any of this. Whenever you feel ready to start, I'll be here to begin the work with you.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on the everyday stuff that wears people down: substance use, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and the effects of trauma. Over more than 15 years I've worked across just about every level of care, from intensive outpatient and medication-assisted treatment to residential programs and private practice, so I've sat with people at a lot of different points on the road.

The people I tend to click with are the ones who are somewhere in the middle of change and growth, not necessarily sure where it's leading, but ready to keep walking. My style is steady and open. I want you to feel like you can say the real thing out loud without bracing for judgment. I'll be honest with you about what I'm noticing, and I'll ask questions rather than hand you a script for how you should feel.

And I don't think healing has to be grim. A few laughs along the way matter to me; humor is part of how people connect and how they get through hard things. So expect sessions that take your struggles seriously without taking themselves too seriously.

If you're tired of navigating this on your own and want someone who'll be direct, patient, and human about it, reach out and let's talk about where you are and where you'd like to go.

I'm a therapist who has spent years treating substance use, trauma from domestic violence, and the co-occurring conditions that tend to travel alongside them. A lot of that work has happened in the harder rooms: inpatient units, crisis intervention, intensive outpatient programs. As an IOP coordinator, I ran the tracks that kept people connected to both group and individual therapy, and earlier, working with parents involved in the child welfare system, I learned how to hold treatment and court realities in the same hand.

My style is person-centered and honestly a bit eclectic. I pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness-based work, but I don't force any of it onto someone it doesn't fit. I'd rather tailor what we do to what's actually in front of you. Early on, expect me to spend real time understanding your situation before we settle on a direction; I move at a pace that lets us build something you can sustain, not just survive. My aim is to help you find your footing again, whether that's staying in recovery, steadying after a crisis, or rebuilding a sense that you can handle your own life.

If you've been through the wringer with substance use or a relationship that hurt you, and you're ready to do the work with someone who's sat in those rooms before, reach out and let's talk about where to start.

I'm a therapist, and I've spent over five years doing psychotherapy and behavioral health work in medical and community-based settings, along with some program leadership along the way. Most of the people I sit with are adolescents, adults, and older adults trying to make sense of patterns that keep repeating, whether in their relationships, their choices, or the way they talk to themselves. I've done specialized training in LGBTQ+ care through Callen-Lorde and post-graduate work in relational psychoanalysis, and both shape how I listen.

My approach is thoughtful and relational; I lead with curiosity rather than conclusions. Early on, I want to understand your history, what's bringing you in, and what you actually hope to get out of this, and from there we shape a plan that fits your values rather than a formula. I balance compassion with structure, so sessions tend to feel warm but purposeful. You can expect me to check in regularly on whether the work is landing, and to say honestly when I think we should adjust course. I believe every person's story matters, and I pay attention to the strengths already in it, not just the struggles.

If you've been wanting a space to look closely at the patterns underneath things, and to do that with someone who won't rush you toward tidy answers, reach out and let's talk.

I'm a therapist with experience treating anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma and PTSD, along with the anger, stress, and family strain that so often come tangled up with them. Everyone has a story, and I've found that life's challenges can build until they feel overwhelming, until hopelessness and despair start to crowd out everything else. My work is walking alongside people through those stretches, drawing on both my professional training and my own life experience to actually understand what someone is up against.

I draw from a wide toolkit depending on what fits the person in front of me, including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational and solution-focused approaches, internal family systems, and trauma-informed care. What that looks like in practice is less about a technique and more about a conversation. Early on, I mostly want to hear your story and understand what's been weighing on you, and from there we sort out what practical steps might actually help. I lean on your strengths rather than dwelling only on what's hard, because I've seen how much people already carry that can be turned toward healing.

My aim is a space where you feel genuinely heard, and where exploring hard things starts to feel less like exposure and more like building something steadier. I work collaboratively; the plan is one we shape together.

There's no rush to any of this. Reach out when the timing feels right for you, and we'll start there.

I trained as a therapist, and I mostly work with adults and teens who want a place to talk honestly about what's weighing on them and to actually make progress on it. Over more than ten years across both outpatient and inpatient settings, I've come to rely on approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work, which suit people who don't just want to sit with a problem indefinitely but want practical steps toward the change they're after.

Open and honest communication matters a great deal to me, and I'll expect the same in return. In our first session, I want to understand your history, your concerns, and what you're hoping to get out of this before we settle on any goals. I'd rather take the time to get that right than rush into a plan that doesn't fit you. From there we set clear, specific goals together and adjust them as your life and priorities shift. My aim is for you to feel genuinely heard and respected in the room, and to leave with a direction that reflects what you want, not what I assume you need.

I'm currently finishing a doctorate in marriage and family therapy, which continues to shape how I think about the relationships and systems around each person I see.

If you're ready to stop circling the same problem and start moving toward the version of yourself you have in mind, reach out and let's talk.

I've spent years as a therapist working across residential and outpatient facilities, schools, and private practice with kids, teens, and adults. That range matters to me, because the five-year-old who can't sit still, the sixteen-year-old who's stopped talking to anyone, and the seventy-year-old adjusting to a life that looks different than expected all need something a little different from me. I try to meet each of them as a whole person before I meet the problem they came in with.

My main approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which shapes how I work: less about fighting your thoughts, more about figuring out what you actually value and building toward it. I care a lot about creating an affirming space for everyone who sits down with me, whatever your identity, and I'll say that as someone who's part of the LGBTQ community myself. Our first session is really an intake. I ask about your background, what's brought you in, and what you're hoping for, and from there we shape a plan together rather than me handing you one. I lean on empathy, and honestly, a bit of humor too. I've found people open up faster when the room doesn't feel so heavy.

If you've been thinking about starting, bring what's on your mind to a first visit and we'll begin working through it side by side.

I've spent years as a therapist working with people at very different stages of life, from children as young as five to adults and older folks in their later years. I've done individual, group, and family work, and I've come to appreciate that each of those settings asks something different of me. Some of the people I see are kids learning to name what they feel for the first time; others are adults or seniors trying to steady themselves through a stretch of life that hasn't gone the way they planned.

I start by getting to know your history and what's bringing you in right now, and from there we set weekly goals and build a plan that fits your specific struggles rather than a generic checklist. I'd rather we work as a team than have me hand down instructions. That means early sessions involve a lot of me listening and asking questions so I actually understand what you're dealing with before we decide where to go.

What matters to me is that you can be honest here, including on the days when things aren't going well. I lean toward practical strategies, the kind you can carry out of the room and actually use during the week, so the work doesn't stay stuck inside the hour we spend together.

Deciding to talk to someone takes real effort. If you've gotten this far, you've already done part of the hard work, and I'm glad to help you take the next step.

I'm a therapist who has spent years working across schools and clinical settings, sitting with people of all ages as they work through depression, anxiety, mood struggles, shaky self-esteem, and the big life changes that tend to knock things sideways. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor in New York, I've learned that no two people arrive with the same story, so I don't hand out the same playbook to everyone.

What draws me to this work is helping people feel more capable in their own lives. I take an empowerment-driven, whole-person view, which means I'm paying attention to more than the symptom that brought you in. Depending on what's useful for you, I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused work, and person-centered approaches. Early on, expect me to ask a lot of questions and listen closely; I want to understand what you're actually dealing with before we decide where to put our energy. I'll be honest with you about what I'm noticing, and I'll check that any direction we take is one you feel good about.

Some weeks the focus is on getting through something specific and immediate. Other weeks it's slower, more about untangling patterns that have been around a while. Both count as progress.

If you're ready to start, the beginning is simply a conversation, and we'll shape the rest of the work together from there.

I'm a therapist who focuses on talk therapy for adults, and I've spent more than 20 years doing this work across inpatient units, outpatient clinics, emergency and hospital settings, and community mental health, including a stretch managing the social services department at a crisis stabilization facility. That range has taught me that no concern is too large or too small to bring into therapy.

Starting counseling can feel intimidating, and I don't take that lightly. I tend to work at your pace, not mine, and I know that talking through personal history can be hard, so we go as slowly as you need. My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but I pull from behavioral work, solution-focused and strength-based methods, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy depending on what fits you. I'm also trained in Trauma-Focused CBT. My own multicultural background shapes how I show up: I want to understand and honor the experiences and culture you're bringing into the room.

Our first appointment is really about building trust and figuring out how the two of us can work together. I'll lay out a clear sense of what to expect, and I want your questions. Collaboration matters to me at every step, so nothing about the plan happens without you weighing in.

Curious whether we'd fit? That's exactly what a first visit is for.

I'm a therapist who has spent years working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, life transitions, and the quieter erosion of self-esteem that often runs underneath all of them. Much of that work happened in community mental health, healthcare, and outpatient settings for substance use and mental health, and it taught me that no two people arrive for the same reason, even when the diagnosis on paper looks similar.

My style is collaborative and direct without being clinical about it. I want treatment to fit you specifically, so I start with a thorough first session where we talk through what's bringing you in, some of your history, and what you actually want to change. From there we build a plan together and revisit it as your goals shift, because they usually do. Depending on what fits, I draw on approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, and I lean on your strengths rather than treating you as a list of problems to fix.

Sessions with me tend to move between building concrete skills and stepping back to make sense of patterns, and I'll tell you honestly when I think something isn't working so we can adjust. I hold licenses in Ohio, Maine, and Virginia, and I work with adults across the lifespan, including older adults.

Reach out when you're ready to start.

As a therapist, I work mostly with adults who are trying to work through anxiety, depression, trauma and the aftermath of PTSD, anger that's gotten hard to manage, and struggles with substance use. I've spent time in both outpatient and inpatient hospital settings, and I've worked as a psychotherapist in a university counseling center, so I've sat with people at a lot of different points in their lives.

My way of working is conversational. I lean on friendly, honest conversation and reflective questions to help you gain insight, rather than lecturing you or handing you a script. Early on, I spend most of my energy listening: I want to understand your history, your strengths, what's worrying you, and what you're actually hoping will change. From there, we build a plan shaped around your personality and your specific goals, not a one-size-fits-all template. I don't rush that. Growth that lasts tends to take its own pace.

Empathy and validation matter to me, but so does staying practical about what you want to be different. My earlier degree is in clinical mental health counseling, and much of what I do still comes back to that core idea: helping people feel genuinely heard, understood, and respected while we do the work together.

There's no timeline you have to meet before reaching out. Whenever you feel ready to begin, I'll be here.

I'm a marriage and family therapist with over 18 years of experience in behavioral health, working with individuals, couples, and families across outpatient, community mental health, and integrated care settings. Along the way I've held clinical leadership roles, including directing mental health programs and overseeing multidisciplinary teams, which shaped how I think about care: as something relational, systems-aware, and grounded in what actually works. I've supported adults of all ages, from those in the thick of midlife pressures to older adults navigating loss, change, and later-life transitions, often with complex, layered concerns.

My approach is conversational and thoughtfully paced. I start by getting to know your history, your relationships, your strengths, and what you're actually hoping to change. Early sessions feel less like an interview and more like a real back-and-forth, where we're sorting out what matters and what a realistic path forward looks like. I care about culturally responsive, individualized care, which means the plan we build reflects your values and lived experience, not a template. I aim for both insight and practical skills, and I stay flexible as your needs shift.

I think good therapy respects the whole person: their family, their history, and the systems they move through every day. If you're looking for a therapist who'll take your context seriously and work alongside you rather than hand down answers, I'd be glad to talk.