BOARD-CERTIFIED PSYCHIATRIC - MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

Dr. LaTonya Gray, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 19 years of diverse healthcare experience, including critical care, long-term care, home health, psychiatric nursing, and managed care.

She began her nursing career at Forsyth Technical Community College, earning an Associate Degree in Nursing. She then obtained a Bachelor's Degree from Winston-Salem State University and a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Gardner-Webb University, focusing on Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

In 2021, LaTonya dedicated her practice to behavioral and psychiatric mental health nursing, providing comprehensive care for individuals across the lifespan. Her expertise includes treating addiction, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, and other mood and behavioral disorders.

LaTonya employs a person-centered approach, ensuring clients actively participate in their care. She integrates pharmacological treatments, evidence-based therapies, complementary and alternative modalities, and spiritual considerations to support individuals in achieving their well-being goals.

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.

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, Brainspotting, and sandtray therapy. All client complexities are viewed through the lens of the bible. 

PRACTICE MANAGER

Megan is a warm and approachable professional with a passion for mental health and personal growth.

As Practice Manager, Megan’s main goal is to make your care as accessible as possible. She combines her organizational and analytic skills with her previous experience as a Certified Peer Support Specialist to take care of the initial scheduling, billing, and insurance so that you and the therapists can focus on getting you the support you need.

Megan believes everyone deserves access to mental health care. In addition to assisting clients along their counseling journeys, she also enjoys facilitating various mental health support groups.

INTERN

Ingram Johnson is a counseling intern who brings warmth, life experience, and a passion for helping people in the therapy room. Ingram earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling and Human Services from Gardner Webb University. Currently earning her master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University, Ingram is especially drawn to supporting individuals through life transitions, stress, grief and self-discovery. 

Ingram’s approach is client-centered, compassionate, and grounded in faith. She is happy to integrate a Christian or spiritual perspective into the counseling process for those who desire it, believing that healing and growth often come through both practical tools and spiritual connection. 

Ingram believes in creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and respected. She believes that transformation begins when people feel safe enough to show up just as they are. 

Ingram is currently seeing clients under supervision and looks forward to walking alongside individuals on their journey toward healing and wholeness. 

INTERN

Luke completed his bachelor's degree in psychology at UNC Charlotte is currently pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling at Wake Forest University. He values a person-centered approach to therapy to cultivate an environment in which clients feel free to be fully themselves in the therapy room. He also has interests in mindfulness, parts work, and working with the Enneagram. Before changing careers to become a counselor, Luke worked as a chef for several years and still enjoys cooking, baking, and eating good food.

INTERN

Hannah is a counseling practicum student who obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of North Dakota. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Wake Forest University. Hannah values a holistic approach to counseling that emphasizes the importance of the mind, body, spirit relationship. Her theoretical approach is primarily tailored through the lens of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), REBT (rational emotive behavioral therapy), and PCT (person centered therapy). Through counseling, Hannah believes in creating a space for people to feel safe, heard, and respected, while promoting and encouraging personal growth. 

INTERN

Alli Reid is a counseling intern who brings connection, intuition, insight, and creativity into the therapeutic setting. Alli earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and is currently earning her master’s degree in Christian Counseling at Gordon- Conwell Theological Seminary. Alli is progressing towards her licensure and works under supervision.

Alli’s approach to counseling is client-centered, empathic, and tailored to the values and goals of her clients. Alli strives to understand her clients’ inner world and provide them with an experience of feeling known and validated. She enjoys integrating all aspects of the self, including one’s spiritual self, as well as navigating the self in relationship to others. Alli believes that within a safe and accepting therapeutic relationship, clients can be curious and explore the parts of the self that are trying to find a voice. When allowed to express those parts, one often experiences a breakthrough of personal insight and empowerment to make desired changes in one’s life.

Alli considers it a privilege to be invited into the lives of her clients and to partner with them to not only overcome what is holding them back and heal, but also to help them discover and use their strengths and resources to flourish and enjoy fulfilled lives.

INTERN

Hannah began her professional journey with a B.S. in Science Education and an early career in the classroom, where she discovered a deep passion for helping others grow in their own wellbeing. After gaining experience as a personal trainer, Hannah developed a holistic perspective on well-being—one that now informs her therapeutic approach. Currently pursuing an M.S. in Counselor Education and working toward licensure as a Counseling Associate in the state of North Carolina, Hannah is committed to offering compassionate, whole-person care.

In addition to counseling licensure, Hannah is completing requirements for the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) credential, expanding her ability to support athletes and team systems in cultivating mental wellness and optimal performance climates.