Creating Space for Reflection, Growth, and Emotional Safety

Healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and respected. Samara believes therapy should be a space where clients can slow down, sit with their experiences, and explore life’s challenges without judgment or pressure to “fix” everything at once. Her approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in empathy—allowing clients to process emotions at their own pace while building insight and coping skills along the way.

Samara is passionate about supporting young adults and adults as they navigate anxiety, emotional dysregulation, life stressors, and major transitions. Drawing from her background in child welfare and community-based services, she brings a strong understanding of systemic barriers, family dynamics, and the impact of life experiences on mental health. She values being present with clients, encouraging reflection, and gently exploring both challenges and possibilities in a way that feels supportive and empowering.

About Samara Cobb, MSW Student

Samara Cobb is a second-year Master of Social Work (MSW) student at Eastern University, with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Central Michigan University. Her professional experience includes work in child welfare and community services, where she supported individuals and families through investigations, family preservation efforts, and emergency resource coordination. These roles shaped her commitment to holistic, strengths-based care and deepened her appreciation for ethical, client-centered practice.

Samara brings strong communication skills, clinical curiosity, and a collaborative mindset to her work. She is dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive environment where clients feel empowered to share their stories and explore meaningful change.

A Grounded and Collaborative Therapy Approach

Samara’s therapy style centers on empathy, reflection, and skill-building. She is especially interested in both individual and group therapy, and believes group spaces can be powerful environments for connection, shared learning, and realizing you are not alone. Her approach includes:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Strengths-Based Therapy Helping clients identify patterns in thoughts and behaviors and develop practical coping strategies.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Supporting emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.

Strengths-Based & Trauma-Informed Care Honoring each client’s lived experience while recognizing resilience and capacity for growth.

Reflective & Collaborative Exploration

Sitting with emotions, exploring worst- and best-case scenarios, and brainstorming solutions when clients are ready.

Who She Helps

Samara works with:

Young adults and adults navigating anxiety, stress, and life transitions

Individuals seeking a thoughtful, supportive space to process emotions

Clients interested in learning coping skills and building emotional awareness

Those open to individual or group therapy experiences Clients who value a therapist who listens deeply and collaborates rather than rushes the process

Holding Space for Meaningful Change

Samara believes healing is not about having all the answers—it’s about having a space where you don’t have to carry everything alone. She is committed to walking alongside clients with curiosity, compassion, and respect, supporting them as they explore challenges, build skills, and move toward greater clarity and emotional balance.

For clients seeking a therapist-in-training who leads with empathy, presence, and a strong foundation in evidence-based care, Samara offers a calm, supportive, and intentional therapeutic experience.

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Creative and Compassionate Therapy

Talking about emotions can be hard—especially for kids and teens. That’s why I believe therapy should be a space where self-expression feels safe, natural, and even creative. Whether through conversation, art, or playful exploration, I help clients of all ages, especially children and adolescents, work through their emotions and life challenges with understanding, care, and encouragement.

As a Clinical Social Work Intern with a strong background in mental health and social services, I’ve worked with individuals ages 3 and up, including those navigating anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, psychosis, and mood disorders. I create a welcoming and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel supported as they explore their thoughts, build emotional awareness, and learn to manage life’s stressors.

About Elisia Danley, CSW-I

Elisia Danley is a Clinical Social Work Intern with a background in mental health and social services, specializing in children, adolescents, and young adults. She has experience treating clients ages 3 and older, including individuals facing anxiety, depression, neurodivergent conditions, psychosis, and mood disorders.

Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Art Therapy, and currently receiving training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Elisia uses a client-centered, trauma-informed approach. She also draws from Play Therapy techniques, offering children and teens alternative ways to express and process their emotions when words aren’t enough.

Elisia is passionate about helping clients build emotional awareness, process difficult experiences, and discover their strengths through both structured and creative methods. Her warm, inclusive presence helps clients feel at ease, making therapy a space where they can truly explore, heal, and grow.

Client-centered, strengths-based approach

Elisia uses a client-centered, strengths-based approach, blending traditional and creative therapies to meet clients where they are. Whether it’s through art, play, or structured interventions, I tailor sessions to support self-expression, resilience, and emotional balance. Here’s how she helps her clients grow and heal:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Strengths-Based Therapy Helping clients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Teaching emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness (currently in training).

Art Therapy Using creativity as a tool to process emotions and communicate when words aren’t enough.

Play Therapy Techniques Especially helpful for younger children who may struggle to express emotions directly.

Feelings Charts & Analogies Breaking down complex emotions and situations into manageable, relatable parts.

Who She Helps

Elisia works with:

Children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, or emotional regulation

Neurodivergent youth who benefit from expressive and structured support

Young adults navigating identity, stress, and transitions Clients with difficulty understanding or expressing emotions

Families seeking a supportive and creative therapeutic environment

A Safe and Supportive Space for Expression and Growth

Elisia’s role as your therapist is to meet you where you are—with empathy, patience, and a creative spirit. Elisia knows how tough it can be to open up, especially for kids and teens. That’s why she strives to create a space that feels safe, relatable, and engaging—where therapy doesn’t feel intimidating but instead feels like a place for exploration, discovery, and healing.

If you’re looking for a therapist who blends clinical insight with creativity and care, Elisia will be honored to support you or your child on the journey toward healing and emotional growth.

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Real Conversations. Safe Space. Lasting Change

Sometimes life feels like too much—too overwhelming, too fast, or too heavy. If you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, mood swings, or feeling emotionally stuck, I want you to know you’re not alone. Therapy with me is a no-pressure, no-judgment zone where you can breathe, be yourself, and start taking steps toward what truly matters to you.

As a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern, I focus on working with adults and young people (ages 7+), especially those in the queer and BIPOC communities, who are navigating mental health challenges such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. With a background in the U.S. Air Force, I bring both groundedness and empathy to every session—meeting you where you are and walking beside you as you move forward.

About Alayna Hammond, CPC-I

Alayna Hammond is a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Delaware State University and a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling from Walden University. Before pursuing a career in mental health, she served in the U.S. Air Force, a background that shapes her grounded, direct, and supportive approach to therapy.

Alayna specializes in supporting clients ages 7 and up, with a focus on queer and BIPOC individuals navigating anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and Borderline Personality Disorder. She creates a safe, empowering, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions and challenges freely.

Using CBT, DBT, and client-centered counseling, Alayna helps clients build emotional resilience, improve self-understanding, and develop healthy coping strategies. Her work is rooted in compassion, respect, and authenticity, and she is passionate about helping people rediscover their strength, value, and purpose.

A Personalized and Holistic Approach

Therapy doesn’t have to be stiff or clinical—it should feel like real conversations, in a safe space, with someone who sees your whole self. Alayna uses a mix of evidence-based tools and genuine human connection to help clients build emotional balance, healthier coping skills, and renewed self-worth. Here’s

how I work with clients:

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Building skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Challenging negative thought patterns and developing healthier ways of thinking.

Trauma-Informed Counseling Recognizing the impact of past experiences and creating a safe, non-triggering space to explore them.

Strengths-Based Counseling Focusing on what’s working and helping clients build confidence and direction.

Affirming and Inclusive Care Providing culturally sensitive support for queer, BIPOC, and marginalized individuals.

Who She Helps

Alayna works with:

Adults and teens (ages 7+) struggling with anxiety, depression, or mood disorders

Individuals with borderline personality disorder or suicidal ideation seeking stability and emotional safety

Queer and BIPOC individuals navigating identity, cultural stress, and systemic challenges

Clients looking for a grounded, affirming, and honest therapist who “gets it”

People who want practical tools paired with real conversations and compassion

A Space for Clarity, Stability, and Self-Discovery

Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating or clinical—it can be a place to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with your sense of self. Alayna will meet you where you are, help you clarify what you want out of life, and support you in taking manageable steps toward your goals.

If you’re ready for honest conversations, effective tools, and a space where you’re genuinely seen, Alayna is here to support you on your journey.

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Supporting Growth and Healing

Life brings many challenges, but healing and hope are always possible. I believe that therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you feel understood, empowered, and capable of creating change. With over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families as a Caseworker, Behavioral Specialist, and Adoption Recruiter, I am passionate about walking alongside my clients through life’s most difficult transitions.

Now completing my clinical training to become a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and women as they navigate challenges related to behavioral health, trauma, family transitions, substance use, and personal growth. Whether you’re healing from past experiences or facing new life changes, my goal is to help you build resilience, find stability, and move forward with confidence.

About Christie Johnson, CPC Intern

Christie Johnson is a Clinical Professional Counselor Intern with over 15 years of experience in social services, specializing in supporting individuals and families facing substance use, behavioral health challenges, foster care transitions, and adoption-related issues. She holds a Master’s degree in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma and is currently completing her clinical training to become a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor.

Christie focuses on working with children, teens, young adults, and women, offering a client-centered, trauma-informed approach to therapy. Her work is grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, and she plans to expand her expertise with future certification in EMDR trauma therapy.

Christie is passionate about meeting clients where they are, helping them build resilience, achieve personal growth, and find lasting stability. She is committed to providing a safe, empowering environment where every individual has the support they need to heal, grow, and thrive.

A Lighthearted and Insightful Approach

Christie believe that every person deserves to be met exactly where they are—without judgment and with compassion. She combines client-centered, trauma-informed care with evidence-based practices to create a healing environment where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Her approach is by using:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Strengths-Based Therapy Helping you identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns to support emotional well-being.

Trauma-Informed Care Providing a sensitive, safe space if you have experienced trauma, particularly within family systems.

Strengths-Based Focus Highlighting resilience and empowering clients to build on their existing strengths.

Motivational Interviewing Empowering you to tap into your own motivation for positive change.

Who She Helps

Christie works with:

Children and teens navigating behavioral challenges, emotional struggles, or family transitions

Young adults facing life transitions, self-esteem issues, or mental health challenges

Women seeking empowerment, healing, and personal growth

Individuals impacted by foster care, adoption, or family reunification

Clients managing substance use or working toward long-term stability

A Space for Empowerment, Healing, and Resilience

Therapy with Christie is about more than working through problems—it’s about recognizing your strength, building emotional tools, and creating the life you want. Christie believes that growth happens when we feel supported, encouraged, and respected, and she is honored to provide that space for her clients.

If you’re ready to start your journey toward healing and resilience, Christie is here to walk alongside you with compassion, expertise, and unwavering support.

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Compassionate Therapy for Kids and Teens

Growing up is full of changes—and sometimes those changes feel overwhelming. As a therapist who specializes in working with children and teens, I help young people navigate the stress, emotions, and big questions that come with growing up in today’s world.

Whether a child is experiencing anxiety, grief, trauma, or struggling with friendships or identity, I create a safe, supportive space where they can feel understood, heard, and empowered. My goal is always to meet kids where they are—offering encouragement, structure, and practical tools they can use both in and outside of therapy.

With a background in advocacy and crisis support, I’ve worked closely with youth navigating major life transitions, school stress, family changes, and interpersonal trauma. I believe that emotional safety and a strong therapeutic relationship are the foundations for lasting growth.

About Janelle Thompson, CSW-I

Janelle Thompson is a Clinical Social Work Intern who specializes in working with children and teens ages 4 to 15. Her background includes advocacy, crisis support, and trauma-informed care for young people navigating grief, anxiety, interpersonal violence, and identity development. She uses a strengths-based, collaborative approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and creative engagement strategies tailored to each child’s developmental needs.

Janelle brings warmth, patience, and cultural humility to every session, creating a safe and empowering space where young clients can thrive.

Trauma-informed care, empowerment approach

Janelle’s work is grounded in trauma-informed care, empowerment theory, and deep respect for each child’s lived experience. She helps kids and teens explore their feelings, learn healthy coping strategies, and grow into more confident, connected versions of themselves.

You can expect therapy with Janelle to be:

Kid and Teen Friendly Sessions are designed to help young people feel safe, respected, and at ease

Emotionally Attuned To help your child or teen name, understand, and manage their emotions without shame

Strengths-Based To highlight what’s going well and help your child or teen build on their resilience

Creative and Flexible Incorporating art, games, and storytelling alongside talk therapy as needed

Who She Helps

Janelle works with:

Kids and teens ages 4–15 who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or emotional regulation

Pre-teens dealing with school stress, peer issues, or emotional overwhelm

Youth adjusting to family transitions, divorce, or loss Kids from diverse cultural or LGBTQ+ families who need affirming support

A Safe Space for Kids and Teens to Be Heard and Grow

Janelle believes that every child deserves to be seen, heard, and supported as they grow. Therapy can be a powerful place for young people to make sense of their world, learn new skills, and feel more confident in themselves.

If your child is struggling emotionally or behaviorally, Janelle is here to help. She is ready to partner together to support your healing, growth, and well-being.

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Finding Strength Through Life’s Challenges

Life can feel confusing, overwhelming, and even lonely at times—but you don’t have to face it alone. My passion is to help young adults who feel stuck, anxious, or sad, especially during big life changes. Knowing firsthand how tough it can be to manage stress, loss, or anxiety while adjusting to life’s transitions, like having a tough breakup or going through medical trauma when having chronic pain and illness. I provide a safe, welcoming space where you can heal and grow.

As the daughter of Vietnamese refugees, I have a special place in my heart and I am passionate about serving Asian Americans who are working through family challenges and generational struggles. Together, we can work through the tough moments, and understand and heal from the past so you can move forward with confidence.

True healing happens when we take care of our whole selves—mind, body, and spirit. By using traditional therapy along with mindfulness, meditation, movement, and nutrition, you can feel balanced and supported in your journey. Utilizing many other therapeutic tools such as brainspotting, Parts and Memory Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Yoga, helps you to process emotions in a deep and lasting way.

When not working with clients, I love going to live music events, exploring new places, hiking in nature, reading, and enjoying relaxing activities like sound baths and astrology.

As a therapist who truly understands, listens with compassion, and supports you at every step, I am here to help you on your journey! Call today and schedule your first step to a Brighter Tomorrow.

About Joanne Tran, LCSW, Team Lead

Joanne Tran is a Licensed Clinical Social Work, Brainspotting Practitioner, Level 2 Reiki Practitioner, and 200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher dedicated to helping individuals heal from emotional wounds and navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and confidence. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and has extensive training in trauma-informed therapy, integrative healing modalities, and mind-body wellness practices.

Joanne specializes in working with young adults in their 20s and 30s who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. She understands that life can feel overwhelming, especially for those balancing personal growth, career pressures, and shifting family dynamics. As the daughter of Vietnamese refugees, she is particularly passionate about supporting Asian American children of immigrants as they process intergenerational trauma, cultural identity conflicts, and family expectations.

A Holistic and Trauma-Informed Approach

Joanne believes that true healing requires more than just talk therapy—it involves addressing the mind, body, and spirit as a whole. By blending evidence-based psychotherapy with mindfulness-based interventions, she creates a compassionate and empowering space for her clients to explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and foster self-awareness. Her approach integrates:

Brainspotting A powerful trauma-healing technique that helps process and release deeply stored emotional pain.

Parts and Memory Therapy A gentle yet effective approach to working with different aspects of self, allowing for healing at a deeper level.

Trauma-Informed Yoga & Somatic Practices Using movement, breathwork, and mindfulness to support emotional regulation and stress relief.

Reiki & Energy Healing Helping clients restore balance, release emotional blockages, and enhance overall well-being.

Mindfulness & Meditation Teaching clients how to develop inner awareness, self-compassion, and grounding techniques for daily life.

Nutrition & Lifestyle Integration Encouraging wellness practices that support emotional and physical health.

Who She Helps

Joanne works with individuals who are:

Struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Facing grief and loss. Navigating major life transitions, such as career changes, breakups, or new life stages. Experiencing stress and burnout from high-pressure environments. Processing childhood trauma and intergenerational wounds. Seeking alternative healing practices alongside traditional therapy.

A Space for Healing and Growth

Joanne’s goal is to provide clients with a supportive and non-judgmental space where they feel safe to explore their emotions, reconnect with their inner wisdom, and build resilience. She believes that therapy should be an empowering journey—one that helps clients develop the skills, self-awareness, and confidence to create a life that feels aligned and fulfilling.

Outside of therapy, Joanne enjoys live music, traveling, hiking, reading, attending sound baths, studying astrology, and reading tarot—interests that further deepen her connection to holistic healing and self-exploration.

For those seeking a therapist who blends modern psychology with ancient healing practices, Joanne offers an approach that is both deeply compassionate and transformative. She is committed to walking alongside her clients as they heal, grow, and step into their fullest potential.

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