"Healing takes time, and asking for help is a courageous step." - Mariska Hargitay
Be it early childhood development years or difficulty navigating intermarital issues, we have experience utilizing various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Play Therapy and Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy to help guide you towards leading your best life.
OUR MAIN MISSION AT JCCC is to help you
This is why we strive to provide comprehensive treatments that meet you where you’re at while teaching you how to find a proper life balance that honors your truth. There are so many accessible ways to heal from difficult situations beyond talk therapy! At JCCC, we want you to be a part of a comfortable environment that is proud and excited for your growth!
Our therapists have years of experience!
Finding the right fit in a therapist is essential to the therapeutic process. Our therapists are trained in: Play Therapy, Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy, Yoga, Triple P Positive Parenting, Gottman Method Couples Therapy and much more!
Children & Adolescents
Anxiety
Couples
Play Therapy
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Go to self-care activity:
Adult coloring books.
Empathy.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Working with various populations and building rapport with clients as they make steps towards healing.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“You live most of your life inside of your head, make sure it’s a nice place to be.” - Unknown.
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Adult coloring books.
Empathy.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Working with various populations and building rapport with clients as they make steps towards healing.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“You live most of your life inside of your head, make sure it’s a nice place to be.” - Unknown.
Favorite Quote:
Trauma
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Children & Adolescents
Depression
Go to self-care activity:
Going on a hike with my dog Piper and enjoy nature.
I have always been a good listener and perceptive of others' thoughts and feelings.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Walking alongside individuals on their journey of self-discovery.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away.’"
-Unknown
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Going on a hike with my dog Piper and enjoy nature.
I have always been a good listener and perceptive of others' thoughts and feelings.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Walking alongside individuals on their journey of self-discovery.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away.’
-Unknown
Favorite Quote:
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
LocationS:
Anxiety
Children & Adolescents
Depression
Go to self-care activity:
I enjoy physical activity (working out, hiking, etc.) and listening to audiobooks.
I am easy going and highly adaptable.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being able to witness clients grow and reclaim their voice and inner power.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I’ll try again tomorrow.”
– Mary Anne Radmacher
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
I enjoy physical activity (working out, hiking, etc.) and listening to audiobooks.
I am easy going and highly adaptable.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being able to witness clients grow and reclaim their voice and inner power.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I’ll try again tomorrow.”
– Mary Anne Radmacher
Favorite Quote:
Outside of her professional commitments, Nashara enjoys physical activity, spending time with her family and friends, listening to music, and trying new food. Nashara extends an invitation to embark on a shared journey of self-discovery, growth, and well-being. With her as a guide, anticipate a path marked by understanding, collaboration, and unwavering support.
Trauma
Anxiety & Depression
Children & Adolescents
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
Concerts/Listening to Music
I exude warmth and calmness that puts people at ease, am easy to talk to and intentionally practice optimism.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing clients recognize their personal power, applying it to their daily lives and the confidence that grows from it.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"So far you’ve survived 100% of your worst days. This too shall pass."
- Unknown
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Concerts/Listening to Music
I exude warmth and calmness that puts people at ease, am easy to talk to and intentionally practice optimism.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing clients recognize their personal power, applying it to their daily lives and the confidence that grows from it.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
So far you’ve survived 100% of your worst days. This too shall pass.
-Author Unknown
Favorite Quote:
Lacey’s priority is making sure every child feels heard, finds their voice and feels empowered. When Lacey is not servicing families, you can find her at the nearest concert singing her heart out & enjoying the vibes.
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
Reading and exercise
Open and creative.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being able to be the person I needed when I was a child
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing”
- Audre Lorde
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Reading and exercise
Open and creative.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being able to be the person I needed when I was a child
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“I am deliberate and afraid of nothing” - Audre Lorde
Favorite Quote:
Lana utilizes several interventions including solution-focused therapy, strength-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical
behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to support individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, conduct, and life transitions.
Children & Adolescents
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
LocationS:
Play Therapy
Trauma
Go to self-care activity:
Art Therapy including coloring, painting, pottery, and sculpture
Active and empathetic listening
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Witnessing the courage and resilience of clients who take the first step towards seeking therapy. It's not just a sign of strength but also an act of self-care and empowerment.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
'You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress, simultaneously.' — Sophia Bush
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Art Therapy including coloring, painting, pottery, and sculpture
Active and empathetic listening
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Witnessing the courage and resilience of clients who take the first step towards seeking therapy. It's not just a sign of strength but also an act of self-care and empowerment.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
'You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress, simultaneously.' — Sophia Bush
Favorite Quote:
Play Therapy
Trauma
Children & Adolescents
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
LocationS:
Go to self-care activity:
Completing DIY Projects.
Expressive and Creative.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing my client’s growth from beginning therapy to discharging.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“You’re never dressed until you wear a smile.”
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Completing DIY Projects
Expressive and Creative.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing my client’s growth from beginning therapy to discharging
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“You’re never dressed until you wear a smile.”
Favorite Quote:
Women's Issues
Depression
Anxiety
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
Traveling
I can get along with anyone and can easily adapt to just about any situation.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing that “aha” moment happen for a client. It’s that moment when they begin to truly understand themselves and use the tools that they’ve learned to begin their healing.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“You may not control all events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them." -Maya Angelou
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Traveling
I can get along with anyone and can easily adapt to just about any situation.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
The most rewarding part about being a therapist is seeing that “aha” moment happen for a client. It’s that moment when they begin to truly understand themselves and use the tools that they’ve learned to begin their healing. Another reward is that I learn a lot from my clients. They help me to value and appreciate my life and grow as a person.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“You may not control all events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them." -Maya Angelou
Favorite Quote:
Grief
Anxiety
Depression
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
I like to be creative! Self-care Sundays always involve a paintbrush, a clean canvas, and good music.
I love to laugh! Most people say I have a unique and contagious laugh.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being able to see the change in others and having the honor to be part of that change.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Your willingness to look at your darkness is what empowers you to change." - Iyanla Vanzant.
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Self-care Sundays always involve a paintbrush, clean canvas, and good music.
I love to laugh! Most people say I have a unique and contagious laugh.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being able to see the change in others & having the honor to be part of that change.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Your willingness to look at your darkness is what empowers you to change." - Iyanla Vanzant.
Favorite Quote:
Anxiety
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Life Transitons
Trauma
Go to self-care activity:
Weightlifting
Genuineness, Empathy, Cultural Sensitivity, Listening
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being a part of my clients’ counseling journeys and helping them learn new skills to empower them to make changes is not only a privilege, but in turn, empowers me to continue to be the therapist that my
clients need.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“A rising tide doesn’t raise people who don’t have a boat.” -Rahul Gandhi
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Weightlifting
Genuineness, Empathy, Cultural Sensitivity, Listening
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being a part of my clients’ counseling journeys and helping them learn new skills to empower them to make changes is not only a privilege, but in turn, empowers me to continue to be the therapist that my
clients need.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“A rising tide doesn’t raise people who don’t have a boat.” -Rahul Gandhi
Favorite Quote:
Anxiety
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Relationships
Depression
Go to self-care activity:
Thrifting. Thrifting is like treasure hunting. You never know what you will find and sometimes you find some unique things that could not be obtained anywhere else!
My ability to understand. I do my best to understand others' perspectives and find common ground in the human experience.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being a change agent for good. I delight in seeing people become the most healed, happy, and whole version of themselves.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
Not everything that is faced can be changed; but nothing can be changed until it is faced,”
- James Baldwin
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Thrifting. Thrifting is like treasure hunting. You never know what you will find and sometimes you find some unique things that could not be obtained anywhere else!
My ability to understand. I do my best to understand others' perspectives and find common ground in the human experience.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Being a change agent for good. I delight in seeing people become the most healed, happy, and whole version of themselves.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“Not everything that is faced can be changed; but nothing can be changed until it is faced,” - James Baldwin
Favorite Quote:
Couples
Families
Adolescents & Adults
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
Meditation.
Resilience.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
The moment(s) that clients realize their own power and potential to overcome the things that brought them to therapy, and witnessing them transform newly learned practices into life-changing habits.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Today is your opportunity to build the tomorrow you want" - Ken Poirot.
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Meditation.
Resilience.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
The moment(s) that clients realize their own power and potential to overcome the things that brought them to therapy, and witnessing them transform newly learned practices into life-changing habits.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Today is your opportunity to build the tomorrow you want" - Ken Poirot.
Favorite Quote:
Addictions
Anxiety
Trauma
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
Reading a good book.
I can be rather persistent and stubborn about not giving up when met with setbacks or bumps in the road.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing a client grow and hearing the excitement in their voices as they talk about how well they've used the skills we've practiced in their sessions in their daily lives.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Everyone falls down. Getting back up is how you learn how to walk." - Walt Disney.
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Reading a good book.
I can be rather persistent and stubborn about not giving up when met with setbacks or bumps in the road.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing a client grow and hearing the excitement as they talk about how well they've used the skills we've practiced in their sessions in their daily lives.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Everyone falls down. Getting back up is how you learn how to walk."- Walt Disney.
Favorite Quote:
Anxiety
Trauma
Life Transitons
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
To snuggle and nap with my dog, Kobe. .
I am personable with people who I know and do not know. I strive to make others feel welcomed and comfortable. .
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Most rewarding part is when clients are able to have their "ah ha" moment, which sparks a desire for change.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." Maya Angelou
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
To snuggle and nap with my dog, Kobe.
I am personable with people who I know and do not know. I strive to make others feel welcomed and comfortable.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Most rewarding part is when clients are able to have their "ah ha" moment, which sparks a desire for change.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." Maya Angelou
Favorite Quote:
Maternal Mental Health
Parenting
Family Dynamics
SPECIALTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Location:
Go to self-care activity:
Definitely, bubble baths!
I am very laid back and calm, which has been helpful within the therapeutic relationship
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing growth and change over time. Empowering people to make the best choices and decisions for them and seeing them grow as people.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales comparison to what lies inside of you." - Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Favorite Quote:
Go to self-care activity:
Definitely, bubble baths!
I am very laid back and calm.
Positive Qualities/Traits:
Seeing growth and change over time. Empowering people to make the best choices and decisions for them.
Most Rewarding Part about Being a Therapist:
“What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales comparison to what lies inside of you" - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Favorite Quote:
The Salisbury location is located in an outdoor environment at Saving Grace Farm.
Charlotte, North Carolina (South Park and University Area) & Salisbury, North Carolina
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