Lidia Mengistu, ME.d., Resident in Counseling
As your therapist, my goal is to create a comfortable, collaborative space where we can address your concerns and find meaningful solutions. I take a holistic approach, recognizing that mental health is interconnected with physical well-being and other aspects of life. By exploring these factors, we can create a clear path forward that supports your overall wellness. Throughout our work together, we’ll focus on practical strategies that promote lasting change. Since therapy represents only a small portion of your week, it's important to build internal and external support systems that help you manage challenges between sessions. My approach is designed [...]
Senovia Ross, LMFT
Senovia Ross is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Virginia. She received a Master’s Degree in Counseling with emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Augusta State University in 1995. Mrs. Ross has been licensed to practice Marriage & Family Therapy for over 15 years. “As an interactive, solution-focused therapist, I meet individuals where they are and help them evolve to where they want to be. I offer tools, techniques, and resources that have proven to be effective in getting desired results. With over 15 years of experience, I have assisted individuals and couples in overcoming [...]
Dr. Courtney Shaughnessy, PsyD., MA, LPC
My approach to counseling is to collaborate with my clients to understand their goals both individually and together. I employ different counseling methods depending upon the needs of my clients. I am trained in several evidence-based treatments including Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused short-term therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I encourage verbal communication skills, coping techniques, understanding empathy, compassion, and acknowledgements. As a counselor I aim to develop an understanding of each person’s value system. I have experience through the United States Air Force, as well as in private practice. I am certified in trauma, as well as a [...]
Lorna Tempest, LPC, LMFT
“People typically seek counseling to cope with life’s challenges, transitions, hurts, and losses. My hope is that, in our work together, these difficulties will not be permanent fixtures in your life. You may be striving to improve communication, gain greater understanding and deeper connections, increase attunement of yourself and of your family, or work through whatever rough waters you are experiencing. Together we will develop solutions and draw on your personal strengths and natural supports to help you meet your goals for therapy. I will honor each person and each family’s unique understanding of their challenges throughout the therapeutic process. [...]
Carole Thomas, MSW, LCSW
I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their path to mental health and well-being. Because I believe that therapeutic rapport and alliance are paramount to therapeutic success, my goal in therapy is to hold a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and understood. I believe that every person possesses the strength and resilience to overcome life's challenges, and I'm here to my clients harness their inner resources through a collaborative partnership. When working with couples, I emphasize that the relationship is my “client” and strive to create a non-partial, cooperative environment to honor the “space between [...]
Donna Thurston, LPC
“It is my highest priority in counseling to offer a safe, compassionate, and professional environment for sharing life’s most challenging struggles. I consider it a privilege when anyone allows me into his or her life experience. My personal belief is that relationships are at the core of what brings meaning to our lives. When one or any of our connections is broken, it can impact everything around us. Working toward improved insight and understanding of yourself and others is essential to healing. It is seldom easy. It can be hard work, but life on the others side can be satisfying [...]
Kenni Walker, LPC
“You are the only one responsible for your mental health. The greatest gift you can give yourself is to know and understand your own story. More importantly, know and understand when it’s time for a change in that story. I have been working in human services for over 19 years with an objective of helping everyday people get their own needs met. I have a keen interest in helping you discover what’s holding you back and what it’s going to take to move you to the next level- OF YOU. My main approach is to help you stop living for [...]
Kyla Rose Wilcox, M. Ed., Resident in Counseling.
My top priority is to create a comfortable and warm therapeutic environment that fosters openness and collaboration. As your therapist, I will take time to learn about your identity, your history, your values, and your needs - you are the expert on your own lived experiences and I want to empower you to recognize your goals. With my background in school counseling and music therapy, I have experience working with diverse cultures, identities, trauma backgrounds, and disabilities, therefore I am always adapting my approach to accommodate the needs of the individuals I am working with. I prioritize understanding your perspective [...]
