Our counselors here at GCC are Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Psychologists, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers. All are licensed by provincial states and government regulating bodies.

 As the owner and clinical director of the agency, I have had the privilege of working alongside a truly outstanding group of mental health providers here at Goldsboro Counseling Center.  Since my arrival in 2020, I have grown to admire their attention to professional ethics, their display of respect and understanding, as well as their commitment to the therapeutic process.  In my role as the clinical director, I provide clinical oversight, and compliance monitoring while guiding the agency forward through a rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare.  

As a provider, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Clinical Addiction Counselor.   I provide substance abuse and mental/behavioral health counseling for children, adolescents, adults,

couples, and families. I work from a relational perspective using an understanding of the generational and systemic processes that affect our thoughts, feelings, and behavior. When treating couples, I find emotion-focused therapy to be especially effective addressing repeating patterns that contribute to relational distress and conflict.   I also rely on acceptance and commitment therapy as an evidenced-based treatment for individuals seeking recovery from drugs and alcohol or relief from unhealthy obsessions and compulsions.

 I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, mainly working with older adolescents and adults of all ages. I enjoy working with pregnant and postpartum moms. I received a Bachelor's degree in Family and Community Services/Child Development from East Carolina University in 1999 and a Master’s degree in Counselor Education from East Carolina University in 2007. I worked for 10 years with the Partnership for Children of Wayne County,  have counseled students at the community college level, and have worked in private practice since 2010.  I use an eclectic approach to counseling, using mostly principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy to tailor to individual needs. 

 I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with a passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. I earned my Masters’ degrees in Rehabilitation Counseling and Clinical and Substance Abuse Counseling from East Carolina University in 2009. Over the years, I’ve worked in a variety of clinical settings, from residential treatment programs to outpatient clinics supporting individuals at different stages of treatment.  I provide counseling services for adults, adolescents, couples, and families, addressing both mental health and substance use concerns.

My approach is rooted in evidence-based cognitive-behavioral principles, but I always tailor my work  to fit each person’s unique needs and goals. Above all, I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.

  I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and my professional experience includes clinical social work roles in private practice, the public school system, and inpatient treatment. I am a graduate of ECU (1986)  with a Master’s of Social Work and  NCSU (1985) with a Bachelor’s of Social Work. I work with individuals, couples, and families and provide counseling that is confidential, compassionate, supportive, and strengths-based with the focus on identifying and developing the strategies, skills, and resources that can affect change and improve  quality of life.  

 I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS). I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Mount Olive, and I’m passionate about supporting individuals on their path to healing and growth. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing therapy for a range of mental health, behavioral, and substance use concerns. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices including Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy. I strive to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to make meaningful change.

 I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (License #14381).  I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Child Psychology in 2011 from Mount Olive University and earned a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling at Liberty University Online in December 2017.  I mainly see children, adolescents, and their families.  However, I do occasionally see young adults.  I practice an integrative approach to counseling, meaning I draw upon many different approaches to counseling, as each client is unique. Some of the therapies I draw from include Solution-Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.  Also, I love to let my personality and humor show in therapy.  I am a goofball, an avid reader, and an animal lover.

  I received a Master’s in Human Services from Bellevue University in Nebraska in 2012, and in 2013, I completed a Master’s in Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University. I have five years of counseling experience as the team lead of an Intensive In-Home team serving children, adolescents, and their families. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I am also a Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. My theoretical approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy, with competencies and Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. 

I have been a practicing psychiatrist for over 45 years. I graduated from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University in 1973 and completed my residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine. I perform psychiatric  evaluations  and consult on medication management for Goldsboro Counseling Center, PA.  I work with adults, adolescents, and children.  

 I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and my professional experience includes clinical social work roles in psychiatric hospital settings and at a Children’s Advocacy Center. I also have many years experience within a childcare center setting. I am a graduate of ECU (2021)  with a Master’s of Social Work and  a Bachelor’s of Human Development and Family Science. I work with adolescent to adult females and am SafeZone certified to provide counseling to the LGBTQ+ community. I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and hope to become officially certified in the future. I am looking forward to providing counseling that is confidential, supportive, and strengths-based with the focus on identifying, acknowledging, and honing somatic experiencing, boundary setting, and goal pursuit.  

  I am a graduate of the University of Mount Olive where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate (LCAS-A). I have experience working with adolescents, teens, and adults as well as couples and families. Additionally, I have experience as an elementary school counselor and a Guardian ad Litem volunteer who advocates for children in the family court system. These experiences have helped me understand the various systems that impact individuals and families which I use as a basis for understanding change in therapy. Currently, I provide therapeutic services for mental/behavioral health and substance use. I utilize primarily Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, and Client-Centered therapeutic approaches. 

I graduated from the University of North Texas, with a M.S. Degree. I am a Licensed Psychological Associate. I specialize in psychological testing for children through adolescence for Autism, ADHD, and learning impairments. 

 I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA #P014269) in the state of North Carolina.  I hold both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Social Work from East Carolina University.  By day, I serve as a full-time school social worker with Wayne County Public Schools, and in the evenings, I work part-time as a therapist. I have experience supporting adolescents, adults, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, and I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and empowerment.  My approach to therapy is rooted in a strengths-based perspective, and I draw from a range of evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, mindfulness, and elements of psychodynamic theory.  I believe therapy should be a collaborative process—but most importantly, it’s your therapy. That means it’s centered around your needs, your goals, and your pace. My priority is to create a safe, supportive space where we can work together to help you connect with your best and most authentic self.