DEVELOP-MENTAL PROFESSIONALS

Preston Jones LPC, CPCS

“Over ten years of experience in the field of clinical counseling .”
Preston Jones M. Ed. LPC has accumulated 12 years of experience in the field of clinical counseling and 15 years in the field of education. Upon receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice in 2003 from Lincoln University, Preston gained experience working with at-risk youth in Detention Centers and Residential Facilities, including Vision Quest, Pennsylvania Clinical Schools, and Devereux Georgia. During this time, Preston provided interchangeable research-based interventions for youth and students experiencing a wide range of diagnoses and disabilities for mental and behavioral rehabilitation.​

Preston gained expertise in clinical modalities, assessments, and directed treatment. He expounded on Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered approaches, and Brief Therapy to treat multiple diagnoses.

Preston teams up with qualified professionals to assist with the comprehensive services provided to families. Preston is passionate about his work and eager to help. He prides himself on customer service and receiving the best possible outcomes on the journey with the families he serves in the community and individually.

Chiquita Turner, LMSW

My name is Chiquita Tuner, & I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the field. I hold a Bachelors from the University of Georgia, and a Master of Social Work from Georgia State University. My areas of expertise include depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and more.
In therapy, we will work together as a team to get you to a place where you can thrive on your own. towards your progress. You are the conductor of your life, and we will take one step at a time until we ultimately reach your comfortable place. Feel free to reach out to me to discuss your treatment options.

Nurah Moffett, LMSW

Hey! I am Nurah Moffett LMSW practicing strengths-based, person-centered, holistic, and dialectical therapies. My hope is to facilitate empathy for the past, acceptance of the present, and liberate empowerment toward the unique possibilities of your future. Our collaboration will reflect compassion, consciousness, and justice, along with insights into the self and multiple worldviews.
I received my Master’s in Social Work from Clark Atlanta University in 2017 and gained my Bachelor’s in Anthropology, minoring in History from Georgia State University in 2015. In addition to clinical therapy, I have worked as a qualitative researcher and administrator, with my area of focus relating to multidimensional approaches to trauma, stress, coping, learning, and wellness.

Johanna Carter, LPC

I am a national board certified counselor. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and master’s in clinical mental health counseling. I am described as empathetic and compassionate and strive to provide a space for my clients to feel safe and conformable. I believe the therapeutic relationship is especially important and uses a person-centered approach to get to know my clients more and to build rapport. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused.

Brittani Gray, Supervised Therapist

My name is Brittani Gray, and I am a therapist with over 10 years of Counseling experience. My experience ranges from working with adults, adolescents, families and couples with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Therapy can be a life-changing and transformative process, and I would love to support you in this journey. I want to empower all my clients to walk in healing and wholeness, so you can live your healthiest, fullest life. I strive to create an open and safe environment for all clients so to be an effective counselor for you.

Liz Gallaspy, LMSW

I have over 30 years of Social Work experience.  I am dedicated to advocating and supporting what makes each of us unique as we navigate our journey.  I use Trauma informed lens and techniques.  Oftentimes we tend to focus on the behaviors that each of us present.  However, It is critical that we address the trauma that’s underlying the behaviors.  “WHAT has happen to US, rather than asking WHY. 

We will go on this journey of healing together!  The tools that we need for self-preservation are already within us.  We will navigate these temporary rough waters side by side! It is our right to enjoy life on our terms, not someone expectations.  I was born to do this!  I have always wanted to give back to others and remind each of us of our strengths

Nikita DeWitt, LAPC

Nikita DeWitt, M.S, started her clinical experience in 2015. She received her Bachelor’s in Psychology from THE Fort Valley State University in 2012. Then she completed her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University, graduating in 2016 Summa Cum Laude. Upon receiving her Bachelor’s, Nikita began working as a Residential Counselor, where she assisted individuals with various disabilities with activities of daily living. During Nikita’s time in her master’s Program, she had the opportunity of interning and working in a private practice where she worked with a wide range of populations; adults, children/adolescents, couples, and groups with a variety of mental health disorders and psychosocial issues.

Nikita has a passion for meeting clients where they are and helping them reach a level of their best self and full potential. Her objective is to create an environment where her clients feel safe processing their emotions. Her mission is to use a collaborative approach with her clients while using integrative treatment modalities not limited to Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, and Person-Centered Therapy to get to the root of their issues and concerns, build their coping mechanisms, transform their current thinking, and build their confidence.

William Scales, LPC

William is a licensed professional counselor committed to supporting individuals create change in their life. William works with adult and adolescent individuals from diverse backgrounds. Many of William’s clients come in when the stressors of life, self-criticism, relationships feeling unbalanced, or symptoms of depression or anxiety impact their well-being. William is particularly passionate about serving individuals facing moments transition as they can influence self-esteem and self reliance. Working in the mental health field for the past 15 years it has deepened William’s empathy for individuals who need assistance managing the many facets of life.

William’s style is to meet the client where they are. When a client first comes in, the first priority is that they feel safe, heard and like an equal in the therapeutic process. William is dedicated to being a part of a therapeutic relationship that is focused on the client seeing real progress, being non-judgmental and honoring the client as the expert on their experiences.

William’s approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which uses an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected. In session, William focuses on supporting individuals gain understanding about their physical responses to stressors and begin to problem solve ways to introduce moments of clarity, to choose to respond rather than react in the face of life’s challenges. William will work to cultivate a meaningful therapeutic relationship that will help in clarifying and assessing the presenting issue. After clarifying the issue(s) the development and tracking therapy goal(s) collaboratively will enrich the client/therapist relationship. The goals will provide a guide that will direct the therapeutic process to be productive and promote independence.

Najla Losch LPC, CPCS

Hello, I am Najla (Nay-jala)! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I earned my Bachelor’s Degree from the University of West Georgia in 2002 and my Master’s Degree from LaSalle University in 2005. I have worked in mental health for 20 years with children; families; adolescents; and adults. My specialties include play therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused CBT. My skills and training include working with families and individuals experiencing personal, relationship, and/or emotional struggles. Also, survivors of trauma, Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD), Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and ODD.

Starting from our first session, my goal is to create an environment built on trust, communication, and collaboration. Next is to foster the rapport and trust we have built together and work through the process of developing strong coping skills to navigate toward progress.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I provide brief and ongoing therapy services to individuals, families, teens, and children. I offer a safe, supportive setting with honest and non-judgmental feedback to help address current and past challenges. I combine complementary methods to provide the best service for each individual.

Shaquila Wise, LPC

My name is Shaquila Wise. I am a professional counselor in the state of Georgia. I have been a school counselor since 2018 and can combine clinical counseling techniques with education experience. In addition, I have experience working in a hospital setting with teens and adolescents. As a result, I have developed a strength and passion for working with teens and adolescents in the areas of self-esteem issues, coping strategies, school issues, peer relationships, and other struggles that may present as Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Anger Management, ADHD, and other life stressors.

I have a Bachelor’s in Education from the University of Georgia and a Master’s in Professional Counseling with a concentration in School Counseling. With this experience, I can use an eclectic approach to helping clients understand their concerns and take control of their future. But, more importantly, I help them cope effectively!

My typical process for working with clients is to introduce myself by sharing my background and experience and trying to make them feel comfortable. Then, we develop goals and agree on the frequency of treatment together. I will utilize modalities like CBT, DBT, Solution Focused, Strength-Based, and Motivational Interviewing.

I look forward to meeting you!