FOUNDER, THERAPIST

For over 25 years, I have been volunteering as a mentor for adolescents and their families through various community based organizations. My passion is to aid in the healing and restoration of families through the love of Christ.

I utilize several theoretical perspectives tailored to the individuals needs that include primarily cognitive/behavior therapy (CBT), person centered therapy (PCT), reality therapy, solution focused brief therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing. All client complexities are viewed through the lens of the bible. 

THERAPIST

Everything happens for a reason. That reason causes change, sometimes it hurts. Sometimes it is hard, but in the end, it is all for the best. Never stop trusting God and believing in His plan. I approach counseling in the eclectic theoretical orientation that is focused on Person Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I take an eclectic approach to counseling implementing other counseling approaches that benefit the client. I believe that humans are capable of being their best and require encouragement or help to get them to a position in life that completes them. I will incorporate that encouragement and support as they embark on their journey.

My experience includes working with the MH/SA population in an outpatient group therapy setting for 18 years. My internship and counseling experience was also completed in the outpatient group therapy setting. The outpatient services include Mental Health and Substance Abuse Partial Hospitalization, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient, Multifamily Group Therapy, and Substance Abuse Continuing Care.

THERAPIST

For well over two decades, I have worked with children and their families in many capacities. I have served in both public and private schools and was inspired to start my own nonprofit organization that provides services to families who foster and foster to adopt.

I attended The Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development and completed a specialized trauma-based training program, which utilized Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge and reshape the unhealthy thought patterns that we often develop about ourselves as we navigate difficulties in life. By combining TBRI and CBT through the lens of Attachment, I aim to support families in building stronger relationships by encouraging an understanding of behaviors as a child's way of expressing their needs.

I strongly believe in seeing each individual as a whole person created in the image of God. Through Him we have hope, and with hope, we can find healing.

PRACTICE MANGER

As far back as I can remember, I have felt drawn to helping others, especially regarding mental health and personal growth.

As Practice Manager, my main goal is to make your care as accessible as possible. I will do my best to take care of the scheduling, billing, and insurance so that you and the therapists can focus on getting you the support you need.

I believe everyone deserves access to mental health care. It is my pleasure to assist you along your journey and I aim to be available for any questions or concerns you may have.

Josh is a student counselor from Walden University and is working on his dual degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Stress and Trauma and School Counseling Masters degree. He earned his Masters in Emergency Services Management and his undergraduate in Fire Science from Columbia Southern University.

Josh is a 25 year veteran of the fire service and medically retired as an NC EMS Paramedic when he was diagnosed with PTSD. Josh is passionate about working with first responders and military veterans, as well as any client populations dealing with trauma.

Josh is married to his wonderful wife Katherine and they have an amazing 12 year old son, James, who is a type 1 Diabetic. He and his son love to collect comic books and He-Man action figures, build Legos, and play video games together. Josh puts service to others above all and has committed his life to serving others, which is what led him to counseling. He looks forward to serving you.

For a while now, I've realized there is a stigma within the mental health community when it comes to seeking help. My goal is to play a part in eliminating this stigma for all individuals making it so that everyone can feel comfortable seeking help when they need it. From a theoretical perspective, I align closely with person-centered and existential therapy. This means that I value helping others to grow and make progress. It also means that I find it important for individuals to find love within themselves because in order to properly love others, one must love their self. Lastly, I find meaning to be very important for people to find, so I strive to help others find meaning and purpose in their lives and apply that purpose to their spiritual and emotional growth. Faith is something that means a lot to me, so I appreciate every opportunity to help others to grow in their faith in Christ.

I am a graduate student that has a bachelor's degree in psychology and I am working toward a masters degree in clinical mental health counseling. My long term goal is to become a sports psychologist and eliminate the stigma behind mental health in athletes and athletics as a whole. I value my relationship with God and I enjoy seeing him work through others.