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Lingyi "Drew" Zhu

Lingyi “Drew” Zhu

I am a Licensed Resident in Counseling in Virginia and a National Certified Counselor (NCC), trained at The George Washington University. My approach blends evidence-based …

Kristen Holmes

Kristen Holmes

Kristen is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where individuals feel seen and heard. She works with people navigating depression, …

Tracey Lindvall

Tracey Lindvall

Tracey (she/her) is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern who received her Master of Social Work from Indiana University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, …

Jill Kowalski

Jill Kowalski is a dedicated professional in franchising, with a strong commitment to supporting small businesses. With a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, she has …

Justin Higgins

Justin is a fun and adventurous husband and dog dad who hails from the small fishing town of Stuart, Florida. He brings decades of experience in various in-field and franchise …

Karen Tuttle-Trujillo

Karen Tuttle-Trujillo

Karen Tuttle-Trujillo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life transitions, relationships, anxiety, and understanding and …

Allison Koenig

Allison Koenig

Allison earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Minnesota State University, Mankato and is an LPCC in Colorado, pursuing full licensure. Her approach is …

Garine Achikian

Garine Achikian

Gariné Achikian (she/they) is an art therapist who works with children, teens, and adults to support mental and emotional well-being through creative, trauma-informed care. They …

Roxanne Green

Roxanne Green

Roxanne specializes in supporting first responders, veterans, and adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD. Her approach is …

Rachel Jones

Rachel Jones

Rachel is a Marriage and Family Therapist and a graduate of Fairfield University’s Marriage and Family Therapy program. She works with individuals, couples, and teens using a …

Sam Bloom

Sam Bloom

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and that the role of the therapist is to help clients feel safe and supported so that together we can address whatever a client …

Martin Quiñones Lebron

Martin Quiñones Lebron

Martin is a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC) with more than 2 years of experience in the mental health field. He has a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling …