DENISHA HAMILTON, LCSW, CCATP
Owner, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Addictions-Informed Professional
Denisha Hamilton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Addictions-Informed Professional (CAIMHP) and a DBT Certified Therapist that can work with many issues and ages. Denisha is well versed in dealing with issues of trauma, attachment disorder, anxiety, depression, gender/sexuality issues, as well as a variety of other issues that impact children, teenagers, and adults. Denisha uses the tenets of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients work towards their goals, despite their diagnoses, life circumstances, and other obstacles that may steer clients away from their goals.
Denisha’s philosophy to therapy: “Life is a journey and any impact I can have on helping a person through that journey is an honor and a privilege. I aim to help people understand and accept themselves, and move towards the life they deserve”.
SUCHITA PALIT, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Suchita Palit (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience providing individual, family, and group services across a variety of treatment settings, ranging from outpatient services to residential mental health and addiction treatment, crisis care, and school and home-based services. Suchita is skilled in addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, ADHD, identity, sexuality, gender, and life transitions. Her special interests include helping adolescents and adults with acculturation, racial trauma, body image, and LGBTQIA2S+ issues.
Suchita’s philosophy to therapy: "Whether you’re looking to heal past wounds or navigate new challenges, I am honored to support you through this journey. I believe in meeting people with empathy, humor, and realness as we collaboratively center strengths, explore the painful parts of life, and make room for healing."
KIMBERLY BRYANT, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Kimberly Bryant is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor, who specializes in providing compassionate and effective support tailored to women navigating life's challenges. With extensive experience in addressing a wide range of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, or life transitions, Kimberly guides her clients toward healthier ways of managing circumstances and aligning with their life vision. Creating a safe and collaborative space, she offers practical tools tailored to individual needs, facilitating self-discovery, and fostering resilience for personal growth. Kimberly believes in the transformative power of therapy and is committed to empowering women to overcome obstacles, build confidence, find inner strength, create fulfilling lives, and thrive.
Kimberly's philosophy of therapy: "I recognize your inherent resilience and growth potential, honoring the uniqueness of your journey. My commitment is to enhance your well-being through supporting positive change and empowering you towards a more fulfilling life."
JORDAN COSTEN-SUMPTER, ACSW
Certified Social Worker
Jordan L. Costen-Sumpter is a dedicated social worker passionate about helping those in need, particularly youth. For the past eight years, he has focused on creating an affirming and accepting space specifically for LGBTQ+ adolescents. Throughout this journey, Jordan has supported youth facing various challenges, including anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts, by incorporating evidence-based practices aimed at improving their mental health and overall outlook on life. He has also provided care, support, and therapeutic services to the aging population in public settings.
Jordan utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to effectively address his clients’ concerns. He is committed to providing a space where clients feel calm, relaxed, and free to express their needs in a professional setting, whether virtual or in person.
Jordan’s philosophy on therapy is: "Help is here when you feel you need it. Don’t feel ashamed to ask for it. Instead, feel proud that you recognize there is a problem and are actively seeking a resolution.”
TIANA CRAWFORD
ARIEL BATISTE
Licensed Social Worker
Ariel Batiste is a genuine, empathetic, and passionate Licensed Social Worker. Ariel has a deep vested interest in empowering, inspiring, and installing hope to individuals struggling with life challenges and barriers. Ariel's specialty includes working with families, teenagers, and adults. Ariel utilizes strength based approaches providing validation towards empowerment and positive change. Ariel provides evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and support that includes: mindfulness training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and distress tolerance skills to assist with emotional regulation.
Ariel’s philosophy to therapy is that “people are resilient. Psychological resilience is a quality in which people are knocked down by their adversities in life and come back even stronger than before. Therapy allows the opportunity to gain hopefulness and positive coping mechanisms in addressing current, as well as future life challenges.”
ROCHON MOORE BUMGARDNER
Resident in Social Work
Rochon Moore Bumgardner is a social worker who works with pre-adolescent and adolescent teens through transitional stages in life. Rochon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused approaches to help youth identify and manage challenges they may face.
Rochon's philosophy to therapy: "It's ok to ask for help even when the rest of the world seems to not need it. It is my goal to help reduce the stigma of therapy and share the benefits of having someone in your corner who will allow you to be you without judgment."
MITZI ALBERT
Resident in Social Work
Mitzi Albert is a Resident in Social Work with experience in advocating for clients related to improving the collaboration and communication between mental health and physical health providers. Mitzi has extensive training doing research on the topic of suicide prevention. Mitzi's passion is working with adults with chronic medical illness, as well as a variety of mental health concerns that accompany medical diagnoses.
Mitzi believes that healing and growth are possible through an environment steeped in connection, mutual respect, and authenticity. She is interested in empowering her clients by helping them recognize and build upon their strengths to overcome life’s adversities.
Mitzi’s philosophy is “I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment…”
~ Brené Brown ~
Resident in Social Work
Tiana Crawford is a Resident in Social Work, who has experience working in many diverse settings in the social work field. Tiana has experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and families. Tiana has experience working with clients with trauma, mood/anxiety/substance use disorders, gender issues, low self-esteem, anger management, and other issues that impact day to day living. Her focus is to help others navigate their daily life challenges. As someone who suffered from post-partum depression, her special interest is prioritizing Black Maternal Mental Health. Tiana utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to effectively address her clients’ needs. She is committed to creating a safe, trusting, non-judgmental, and encouraging therapeutic environment where clients can feel free to express their needs.
Tiana’s Philosophy to therapy: “No matter what you are going through know that you are not alone. You are not defined by your past, your struggles, or your current circumstances. You are defined by your strength, your kindness, and your ability to overcome. Mental health is a journey, and every step forward is a victory!”
RAYA CARON
Resident in Social Work
Raya Caron is a Resident in Social Work who enjoys working with a wide array of people, from children to adults. Never assuming she knows more than those in her care, she is not afraid to ask questions. Whether to learn more about her client’s life or to help her client discover truths within themselves. Having worked in a variety of settings, Raya has a great breadth of knowledge of mental health and developmental disorders. Being neurodivergent herself, she can understand the complexity of having to navigate a world that may not always be kind. Often utilizing elements from different modalities, Raya is a firm believer of integrating methods to create a holistic approach for each client. Raya is proficient in the areas of ADHD, LGBTQ issues, stress, life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and body image concerns, and family relationships. Raya is Health at Every Size (HAES) supportive and believes that everyone should feel comfortable in their own skin.
Raya's philosophy: "I have no magic answers. Instead, I offer kindness, humor, a sense of safety, and a promise that we will try and find the answers together. This is your journey; I am just along for the ride."
JENNIFER REYNOLDS
Resident in Social Work
Jennifer Reynolds is a Resident in Social Work with over twenty years of experience working with adolescents. Jennifer has found that her niche is working with children, teens, and young adults. She enjoys building a partnership with her clients so they can reach the goals they've set for their lives. Jennifer has worked with teens from all walks of life and has learned that no matter where we are on our journey, we all walk through the same joys and struggles. The path may look different for all of us, but we will all find our way. Jennifer celebrates emotional growth in young people as they begin to piece together their definitions of themselves, their world, and their future.
Jennifer’s philosophy: "Every day is a second chance. There is always another day to work on the person you want to become. There is always another day to forgive yourself for things you wish you had done differently. Some days kick us, but some days we kick back."
KRISTAL LAMAR
Licensed Professional Counselor
Kristal Lamar brings experience working with a wide range of ages and populations (veterans, adults, teens and adolescents). Kristal has knowledge working with adults and children in an outpatient setting and children in an inpatient facility. There is no limit to her expertise or drive. She applies various therapeutic interventions including but not limited to mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and more. Her fundamental principles are molded from a person-centered stance where the client is encouraged to share in a nurturing, judgement free, empathetic, genuine, honest, and safe environment. Each client is guaranteed a smile at the beginning and end of each session. Her passion is working with her clients to assist in identifying and overcoming obstacles in their lives, guiding them on their journey towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Kristal's philosophy: "Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness" - Desmond Tutu. I look forward to partnering with each client to find the hope to see the light.
CHANTEL RICHARDSON
Social Work Intern
Chantel Richardson is a Social Work Intern with 8 years of experience working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. She is passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community through the use of affirmative therapy that validates the identities and experiences of the individuals she is working with. She works to ensure her clients have the support needed to become a better version of themselves by understanding and acknowledging that they are not defined by what they deal with but by what they do in the face of those struggles.
Chantel’s philosophy to therapy “Everything happens for a reason, even if we don’t know or understand the reason. The challenges we face are only obstacles that make us stronger, and your progress is not diminished by how the world views Mental Health.”
TANYA LAYTON
Social Work Intern
Tanya is a social work intern who’s been with Journey To Wellness since January 2024. With a background in education and over 20 years of teaching experience, Tanya brings a unique perspective to her role. Her passion lies in creating a supportive and inclusive environment for trauma survivors and the LGBTQ+ community. Tanya is well-versed in working with a variety of diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. Drawing from her extensive experience, she is dedicated to helping individuals redefine themselves beyond their challenges, emphasizing personal growth and empowerment. Tanya's approach is rooted in empathy and affirmation, ensuring her clients feel validated in their identities and experiences.
Since 2021, she's played a crucial role in developing and implementing online training courses with a licensed psychologist. These courses, tailored for first responders, address coping with witnessed trauma, highlighting her dedication to their well-being in the line of duty. Tanya celebrates emotional growth in individuals as they define themselves and shape their futures.
Tanya’s philosophy is "Every individual possesses the inherent power to find happiness and health; therapy merely lights the path to self-discovery and self-worth.”
CALLIE BRINKER
Social Work Intern
Callie is a social work intern with years of experience working with middle schoolers, high schoolers, college-aged young adults, and middle-aged adults. She welcomes people from all backgrounds, and is passionate about working with underserved communities such as the LGBTQ+ community. She is dedicated to supporting individuals through different stages of life and utilizes evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
These approaches enable her to offer individualized support to address a range of challenges, including anxiety and depression. Her goal is to help you build resilience, discover your strengths, and empower you to achieve your personal goals. She is committed to creating a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and work towards meaningful change with unconditional support.
Callie’s philosophy to therapy: “I strive to find a unique balance with each person between compassion and challenging, to both meet you where you’re at and help you grow in the direction you choose for yourself.”