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Angela Blackshear, LMSW
Hi, I’m Angela, I’ve spent over a decade walking alongside individuals and families through seasons of change, healing, and growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, drawing from CBT, Solution-Focused, and Brief Treatment therapies. For those who wish, I can also integrate Christian biblical principles into our work to support healing that feels personal, authentic, and faith-aligned. "Helping you find peace, purpose, and growth—one step at a time."
Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral issues, Coping skills, Life coaching, Self esteem, Women's issues, Alcohol use, Anger management, Career counseling, Child or adolescent, Childhood abuse/neglect, Chronic illness, Chronic impulsivity, Chronic Relapse, Chronic pain, Codependency, Divorce, Dual diagnosis, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Domestic abuse, Domestic violence, Infertility, Infidelity, Internet addiction, Marital discord, Marital and premarital, Life transitions, Issues with pornography use, Parenting, OCD, Peer relationship, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Relationships, Oppositional defiance, Self harming, Sexual abuse, Stress, Sleep or insomnia, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD, Teen violence, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Weight loss, Academic underachievement, Eating disorders, School issues, Social media
Behavioral issues
Askia Abdus-Salaam, LCSW
I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker who provides a supportive, nonjudgmental space for individuals navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. I use evidence-based approaches while meeting clients where they are, helping them build insight, coping skills, and confidence. I value collaboration, cultural humility, and creating a safe therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard and respected.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Behavioral issues, Academic underachievement, Anger management, Child or adolescent, Family conflict, Divorce, Alcohol use, Life transitions, Parenting, Coping skills, Codependency, Narcissistic personality, Peer relationship, Self esteem, Stress, Trauma and PTSD
Behavioral issues
Denard Fenaud, LMSW
I am passionate about fostering resilience and integrating Christian Cognitive Behavior Theory. I remind you that you have a friend listening. My approach is tailored to assist with depression, anxiety, and other aspects of mental well-being. As a lover of basketball and track, I bring energy and teamwork into therapy, creating a warm, engaging space for healing and growth. Let's work together toward a brighter, healthier you.
Anxiety, Depression, Spirituality, Grief
Behavioral issues
Jemma Griffin, LPC
I work with individuals navigating a wide range of challenges, whether finding it hard to cope, or functioning on the outside while struggling internally. My approach is thoughtful, grounded, and tailored to each individual. I will meet you where you are, at a pace that feels manageable. Together, we will work to make sense of your experiences, identify patterns that may be holding you back, and develop practical ways to help more like yourself again. I bring both professional training and real-life perspective to my work, allowing me to connect with clients in a genuine and down-to-earth way.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction
Behavioral issues
Clifford Daniels, LCSW
Good day to each of you. I first would like to thank you for considering this important step in your journey to develop healthy coping skills as you navigate mental illness and everyday life events that can cause stress, distress, grief, Couple's Therapy (45-minute/Video ONLY), substance use/abuse, anxiety and depression. Your decision to take care of you is an investment into your future and into the lives of those who know you, love you and support you. I am trained in many modalities and have been using and specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy successfully for more than 20 years. So let's get to work!
Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Addiction, Anger management, Dual diagnosis, Men's issues, Family conflict, Life transitions, Self esteem, Self harming, Sexual abuse, Relationships, Spirituality, Sexuality, sexual health, and sexual-related concerns
Behavioral issues
Susan Miles, LPC
Hello. My name is Susan. You can call me Mrs. Sue for short. I have been in the counseling field for 13 years now and I really love what I do. I mainly work with young adults and middle age. My goal is to help us all live a better life while we look forward to our future. I love to see growth in others because it means that positive things are bound to happen. My focus areas are mental health, families, anxiety, grief and depression. I hope I can help you with your issues and overcoming many problems in life.
Anxiety, Depression, Parenting, ADHD, Stress, Women's issues, Relationships, Self esteem
Behavioral issues
Melissa Lewis, LCSW
So many of us wrestle with mental/emotional obstacles everyday, resulting in distress and discomfort! I am an LCSW and received my MSW from Fordham University. I truly believe that everyone has the power and ability to overcome life's struggles. Whether it be anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, issues with communication, relationship conflict etc. I love helping them find their power to make positive changes! I also come from a trauma-focused perspective and recognize that previous trauma can interfere with anyone's ability to recognize that they have the power to make the changes they desire!
Anxiety, Depression, Coping skills, Family conflict
Behavioral issues
Patricia Washington, APC
I have been certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors since 2005 with undergraduate and graduate degrees (B.S. '04, M.Ed., '05) from Vanderbilt University. I've provided mental health services in clinical, community, and school settings for children, adolescents, adults, and couples. I believe there is power is bringing the darkness to light and while we may not always be able to change our circumstances, understanding them better can always promote coping and healing.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Child or adolescent, Marital and premarital, Parenting, ADHD, Alcohol use, Coping skills, Family conflict, Peer relationship, Marital discord, School issues, Substance use disorder, Suicidal ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Academic underachievement, Divorce, Codependency, Chronic impulsivity, Grief, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexual abuse, Self harming, Spirituality, Sports performance, Stress, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Michelle Jones, LPC
Hello. I am Psychotherapist, Michelle S. Jones. Welcome to your healing journey! I have been a Mental Health clinician for 25 years. Over the course of my career, I have worked in the Mental Health Court system, community mental health agencies as well as in a private practice setting. I provide individual, family and couples counseling. I utilize solution focused and outcome based psychotherapy and coaching methods to promote self-understanding and self- actualization with my Clients. My hours of availability include weekday and weekend hours.
Anxiety, Depression, Marital discord, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Destini Turner, LPC
Thank you for taking that first step to check in with yourself! My name is Destini Turner. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, specializing in anxiety and coping with life stressors. I have over 5 years of experience working in mental and behavioral health. I primarily utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I provide a comfortable, safe space for clients to begin their healing journey and aim to empower clients to learn the tools necessary to reach self-efficacy and not be afraid to face any obstacle they may come across. I look forward to speaking with you!
Anxiety, Depression, Self esteem, Stress, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Coping skills, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Life coaching, Life transitions, Peer relationship, Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
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